Background
SDGs act as a trigger for data innovation, methodology advancement and up-skilling. However, at the same time they create additional strain on statistical systems whose resources (human, time, financial, etc.) are already limited. The side event will offer an opportunity to both share success stories and discuss the long-term challenges in SDG statistics assessment and communication. It will try to find some balance between the two by offering concrete instruments facilitating statistical systems scene (Road Map 2.0., Self-Assessment Tool, Communication Fortnights, Matrix on Capacity Development). The outputs provided by the UNECE Steering Group on Statistics for SDGs could be used by NSOs regardless of the region they represent to enhance the proficiency of the statistical systems and to improve the 2030 Agenda follow-up. The event will provide a good opportunity for a strategic overview prior to the 2025 Comprehensive Review.
Objective
Halfway to the 2030 Agenda, the side event aims to:
- present lessons learnt from the complex SDG process through the regional and national lens,
- offer practical solutions for both strengthening and expanding the statistical capacity for SDGs,
- showcase best practices of applying the UNECE guidelines and tools to enhance the availability and communication of high quality, relevant and disaggregated data on SDG progress,
- provide inspiration to act “outside the box” and take up new and unconventional initiatives for SDGs.
Target Audience
The side event is dedicated to the members of statistical offices regardless of the region they represent and other stakeholders engaged in 2030 Agenda implementation.