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# SDG Lens

Monitoring Sustainable Development in Eastern Europe & South Caucasus

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [VNRs 2024: Alternative Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement](https://www.sdg-lens.org/events/vnrs-2024-alternative-reporting-and-stakeholder-engagement/) - Join an engaging online event that brings together civil society representatives from VNR countries of 2024 to share their unique perspectives.
- [Stand with Georgians against the law on foreign agents!](https://www.sdg-lens.org/news/against-the-law-on-foreign-agents/) - Statement of the SDG LENS team against the controversial law on foreign agents in Georgia
- [Open Call: Global Week to Act for Sustainable Development Goals 2024](https://www.sdg-lens.org/open-calls/open-call-global-week-to-act-for-sustainable-development-goals-2024/) - We launching New Open Call for the Global Week to Act4SDGs. Join us in renewing intergenerational determination and cooperation for sustainable development and positive change, and get a small grant to implement your ideas!
- [How to engage at the HLPF 2024; connecting national VNR experiences](https://www.sdg-lens.org/events/webinar-engage-at-the-hlpf-2024/) - Preparation of the HLPF 2024 together with experts from NGO Major Group and Action for Sustainable Development
- [From Observers to Advocates](https://www.sdg-lens.org/news/from-observers-to-advocates/) - Online Training Series on SDG Monitoring and Reporting, December 2023- February 2024
- [Apply to attend 2024 UNECE Regional Forum on Sustainable Development ](https://www.sdg-lens.org/open-calls/apply-to-attend-rfsd-2024/) - Application Deadline: February 8, 2024.
- [UNECE Regional Forum on Sustainable Development 2024](https://www.sdg-lens.org/events/unece-regional-forum-on-sustainable-development/) - Highlights of SDG LENS network participation in 2024
- [Expert Insights: Enhancing Transparency and Collaboration in SDG Reporting](https://www.sdg-lens.org/events/expert-insights-enhancing-transparency-and-collaboration-in-sdg-reporting/) - Summary of experiences and a framework of recommendations on sustainability reporting prepared by civil society experts.
- [Global Week to Act for Sustainable Development Goals 2023](https://www.sdg-lens.org/open-calls/global-week-to-act-for-sustainable-development-goals-2023/) - We are launching our open call for the Global Week to Act4SDGs, taking place from September 15 to 25, 2023. Join us in advocating for a positive change and receive a micro grant for your advocacy or mobilisation ideas!
- [2023 SDG Summit: A critical turning point for Sustainable Development](https://www.sdg-lens.org/news/un-summit-on-sdg-2023-a-critical-juncture-for-sustainable-development/) - World leaders officially adopted the SDG Summit declaration, reaffirming their shared commitment to reach the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030
- [Newsletter 05/2023](https://mailchi.mp/79cd50dadbab/newsletter-052023-open-call-new-sdg-analyses-and-upcoming-events#new_tab) - SDG Advocacy School 2023, Independent CIvil Society Reviews and new Shadow report
- [SOIN Newsletter 8/2022](https://soin-network.org/en/news/newsletter-08-2022#new_tab) - A new program - SDG LENS, microgrants for the SDGs, and presentation of Belarusian shadow report

## Pages

- [SDG LENS - Monitoring Sustainable Development in Eastern Europe & South Caucasus](https://www.sdg-lens.org/) - SDG LENS Monitoring Sustainable Development in Eastern Europe & South Caucasus We empower civic actors to monitor, report and advocate the 2030 Agenda and to stand up for peace, climate and justice. About us SDG LENS. Monitoring Sustainable Development in Eastern Europe & South Caucasus is a capacity-building program for civic actors, representatives of NGOs and
- [Impressum](https://www.sdg-lens.org/impressum/) - Impressum SDG Lens ist eine Webseite und ein Projekt vom gemeinnützigen Verein Coopera e.V.Anschrift:Coopera e. V.Ahlbecker Str. 310437 BerlinTelefon 030 284 22739E-Mail: board@coopera.ioVertretungsberechtigter Vorstand:Sergey Medvedev, Alexander FormozovRegistereintrag:Dekabristen e.V. ist im Vereinsregister des Amtsgerichts Charlottenburg unter der VR-Nummer 32019 B eingetragen.Gemeinnützigkeit:Der Verein fördert folgende gemeinnützige Zwecke:– Förderung internationaler Gesinnung, der Toleranz auf allen Gebieten der Kultur
- [Datenschutzhinweise](https://www.sdg-lens.org/datenschutzhinweise/) - Datenschutzerklärung 1. IntroductionThis document explains how Coopera e. V. handles your personal information — how we collect, use, and protect it. This Data Protection Statement gives you a clear overview of what happens with your data If you visit our website or engage with Coopera e. V. in any other way.It’s important to understand your
- [About SDG Lens](https://www.sdg-lens.org/about/) - About SDG LENS SDG LENS. Monitoring Sustainable Development in Eastern Europe & South Caucasus provides civil society from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine with the knowledge and tools to act for the SDGs at the local, national and global levels. These countries face particular challenges: shrinking civic spaces and violation of human rights,
- [Global Week to Act for SDGs](https://www.sdg-lens.org/global-week-to-act-for-sdgs/) - Global Week to Act for SDGs Are you ready to take action for the SDGs in your community, country or globally? Join the Global Week to Act4SDGs, a worldwide initiative that brings people together in support of the Sustainable Development Goals. It takes place every year during the high-level week of the UN General Assembly
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- [News and Events](https://www.sdg-lens.org/news/) - News and Events 26.11.2024 Events Shadow Report, VNR VNRs 2024: Alternative Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement Join an engaging online event that brings together civil society representatives from VNR countries of 2024 to share their unique perspectives. 04.07.2024 Open calls GWtoAct4SDGs Open Call: Global Week to Act for Sustainable Development Goals 2024 We launching New Open
- [Publications](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/) - Publications Shadow Report: Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Georgia 2024 GeorgiaShadow Report All SDGs SDG Implementation in Armenia 2024. Shadow Report ArmeniaShadow Report All SDGs Review on the implementation on 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in Azerbaijan 2024 AzerbaijanShadow Report All SDGs Sustainable Development Goal 11: Alternative Urban Assessment ArmeniaSpotlight Report SDG 11 Spotlight

## Publications

- [Shadow Report: Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Georgia 2024](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/shadow-report-georgia-2024/) - This report highlights the primary challenges in implementing ten Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Georgia: SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and
- [SDG Implementation in Armenia 2024. Shadow Report](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/sdg-implementation-in-armenia-2024-shadow-report/) - Armenia’s shadow report provides an in-depth analysis of the country’s progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting key achievements and persistent challenges. A key feature of the report is the People's Scorecard, a participatory tool that empowers citizens to assess public services, fostering greater accountability and collaboration between communities and authorities developed by Action
- [Review on the implementation on 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in Azerbaijan 2024](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/sustainable-development-in-azerbaijan-2024/) - Developed by independent civil society representatives, this Shadow Report delves into the implementation of six selected Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). The report
- [Sustainable Development Goal 11: Alternative Urban Assessment](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-11-armenia/) - Armenia has produced its first comprehensive report on SDG 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, focusing on inclusive, safe and sustainable cities. The report localized global standards to create an accurate Armenian database, identifying key issues and high-level recommendations for future research and policy development.The report not only addresses critical issues, but also provides high-level recommendations
- [Civil Society Reports on the SDGs: FAQ & Guidelines](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/civil-society-reports-on-the-sdgs-faq-guidelines/) - Enabling civil societies to understand and develop independent monitoring, reporting and advocacy of the Agenda 2030
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation in the Republic of Moldova](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-6-moldova/) - As an agricultural nation, the provision of water and sanitation services is of great importance for Moldova, not only in urban areas but also in rural regions. The report focuses on the challenges related to SDG 6, pointing to shortcomings in sanitation, especially in rural and low-income areas, Moldova's dependence on external rivers, fragmented governance
- [Affordable clean energy against climate change. Moldova report: SDGs 7 & 13](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/affordable-clean-energy-against-climate-change-moldova-report/) - What is the status of implementation of SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) in Moldova? What are the main obstacles to achieving the Goals by 2030 and how can the government and civil society address these challenges? In the first independent review, experts present a comprehensive assessment of the government's
- [Responsible consumption and production in Belarus: SDG 12](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/responsible-consumption-and-production-in-belarus-sdg-12/) - Trends, barriers, recommendations.The first independent shadow report on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in Belarus (SDG 12).
- [Prospects for Sustainable Development and Conservation of Ecosystems in Belarus: SDG 15](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/prospects-for-sustainable-development-and-conservation-of-ecosystems-in-belarus/) - Situation analysis and recommendations: a public review of SDG 15 implementation
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 15: Life on Land in Ukraine](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-15-ukraine/) - SDG 15, which focuses on the protection of terrestrial ecosystems, is facing major challenges due to the extensive Russian war in Ukraine. More than 900 protected areas, representing 48% of Ukraine's total land area, have been affected. The military actions led to forest fires, soil contamination and a reduction of the protected ecosystem area. The
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities in Belarus](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-11-belarus/) - Belarus faces the problem of urbanization as more than 78% of the population lives in cities, with the trend increasing in the capital Minsk. While the country is making moderate progress on SDG 11 "Sustainable Cities and Communities", the Spotlight report highlights challenges related to the energy efficiency of housing, the maintenance and inclusivity of
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities in the Republic of Azerbaijan](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-11-azerbaijan/) - What progress has Azerbaijan made in the field of sustainable urban development up to the halfway point of the 2030 Agenda? What obstacles stand in the way of achieving SDG 11? These are the questions addressed in the Spotlight Report on the implementation of SDG 11 "Sustainable Cities and Communities", focusing on critical aspects such
- [Spotlight report on the implementation of SDG 4: Quality Education in Georgia](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-4-georgia/) - What is the status of SDG 4 implementation in Georgia? What progress is the country making toward quality education for all, and what challenges does it face? These are the questions addressed in the Spotlight report on SDG 4 implementation in Georgia, which focuses on the period after the publication of the second Voluntary National
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation in Ukraine](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-6-ukraine/) - Already prior to the Russian full-scale war, Ukraine has been facing challenges in ensuring access to safe drinking water and proper sewage treatment, particularly in rural areas. The authors of the Spotlight Report analysed the multifaceted challenges of Ukraine in the implementation of SDG 6 “Clean Water and Sanitation”, highlighting the disruptive impact of climate
- [Spotlight Report on the Implementation of SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation and SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy in Georgia by example of Guria Region](https://www.sdg-lens.org/publications/spotlight-report-sdg-6-sdg-7-georgia/) - In each region, the implementation of SDGs is context-specific, with developing countries like Georgia presenting their own unique challenges. Our partner Caucasus Environmental Network NGO (CENN) prepared two Spotlight Reports on SDG 6 “Clean Water and Sanitation” as well as on SDG 7 “Affordable and Clean Energy”, analysing the complex situation in the water and

## Countries

- [Armenia](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/armenia/) - Sustainable Development Goals in Armenia In September 2015, Armenia became one of the 193 signatories to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In March 2015, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia signed a decree establishing the National Council for Sustainable Development Goals. Two years later, an inter-ministerial council was formed to lead efforts
- [Ukraine](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/ukraine/) - Sustainable Development Goals in Ukraine Since joining the global sustainable development process in 2015, Ukraine has committed to the achievements of the SDGs, although success in achieving the Millennium Development Goals has been limited. Ukraine has made the SDGs a national priority and initiated a participatory and inclusive process to adapt the SDGs to the
- [Belarus](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/belarus/) - Sustainable Development Goals in Belarus Since 2015, Lukashenko's administration has consistently expressed its commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Belarus. According to the SDG Index, Belarus ranked 24th out of 165 countries for 2021, and 34th out of 166 countries in 2023. In 2017, Belarus established the role of the National Coordinator on
- [Georgia](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/georgia/) - Sustainable Development Goals in Georgia In 2015, Georgia and all other UN member states committed to implementing the Sustainable Development Goals and targets for 2030. To reflect the national priorities, the Administration of the Government of Georgia created the Sustainable Development Goals National Document. The document identifies all 17 Sustainable Development Goals and 93 targets
- [Azerbaijan](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/azerbaijan/) - Sustainable Development Goals in Azerbaijan Azerbaijan endorsed the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development on September 25-27, 2015 at the UN Sustainable Development Summit in New York. As the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals requires a comprehensive approach in institutional and political terms, the formation of an effective national executive mechanism in Azerbaijan to develop
- [Moldova](https://www.sdg-lens.org/network/moldova/) - Sustainable Development Goals in the Republic of Moldova In September 2015, the Republic of Moldova undertook the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and committed to implement the 17 SDGs. In 2016, the National Coordinating Council for Sustainable Development was established, which was followed by the process of adjusting the objectives, targets, and

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## SDGs

- [SDG 4](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-4/)
- [SDG 6](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-6/)
- [SDG 7](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-7/)
- [SDG 16](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-16/)
- [SDG 12](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-12/)
- [SDG 15](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-15/)
- [SDG 11](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-11/)
- [All SDGs](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/all-sdgs/)
- [SDG 13](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-13/)
- [SDG 1](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-1/)
- [SDG 2](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-2/)
- [SDG 17](https://www.sdg-lens.org/sdg/sdg-17/)