Four social impact leaders on how COVID-19 has shifted their perspectives on the SDGs

Author Kylie Adair
A stronger recovery means a better 2030, too

Why It Matters

Ten years out from the deadline for the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the entire world was turned upside down by the Coronavirus pandemic. While the crisis may have taken some spotlight away from the SDGs, these social impact leaders say itโ€™s also deepened their understanding of what needs to change in order to meet the Goals in an inclusive, meaningful way.

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