Concept information
Preferred term
Goal 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions
Definition
- Goal 16 envisages peaceful and inclusive societies based on respect for human rights, the rule of law, good governance at all levels, and transparent, effective and accountable institutions. Many countries still face protracted violence and armed conflict, and far too many people are poorly supported by weak institutions and lack access to justice, information and other fundamental freedoms.
Narrower concepts
- Target 16.10: Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms, in accordance with national legislation and international agreements
- Target 16.1: Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere
- Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children
- Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all
- Target 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets and combat all forms of organized crime
- Target 16.5: Substantially reduce corruption and bribery in all their forms
- Target 16.6: Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels
- Target 16.7: Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels
- Target 16.8: Broaden and strengthen the participation of developing countries in the institutions of global governance
- Target 16.9: By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration
- Target 16.a: Strengthen relevant national institutions, including through international cooperation, for building capacity at all levels, in particular in developing countries, to prevent violence and combat terrorism and crime
- Target 16.b: Promote and enforce non-discriminatory laws and policies for sustainable development
Entry terms
- Goal 16
- Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
Identifier
- 16
URI
https://vocabulary.oneofftech.xyz/sdg/16
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