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Friday 27 October 2023

SDG rule 8

 SDG #8's primary goal is to guarantee that everyone has access to good employment. This entails



having equal opportunities, safe working conditions, and fair wages in addition to having a job. Not only is decent labour a necessity for existence, but it also opens doors to self-actualization and human dignity.


**Inflationary Growth:**


Economic expansion is essential to achieving this objective. It does not imply unchecked growth at the expense of the environment or the welfare of society. Rather, it encourages growth in the economy that is sustainable, creates jobs, lowers inequality, and boosts regional economies. Promoting equitable economic systems that safeguard the environment and benefit all parties is the aim.

Important Markers: **


Progress towards SDG #8 is tracked using a number of significant metrics. Among them are measurements pertaining to:


1. **Unemployment Rate:** Tracking the number of unemployed individuals and working to lower this figure.

2. **Labour Rights:** Guaranteeing the freedom to form unions, engage in collective bargaining, and work in a safe environment.

3. **Economic Diversity:** Encouraging diversity of the economy to withstand shocks to the world economy.

4. **Youth Employment:** This section focuses on young people's employment opportunities, as they frequently experience greater unemployment rates.




Why Goal #8 Is Important:


1. **Reduction of Poverty:** Good employment and economic expansion are effective means of rescuing individuals from poverty and guaranteeing a higher standard of living.


2. Equitable Gender Roles: This objective encourages women to have equal opportunities in the workforce, closes the gender pay gap, and removes barriers that discriminate against them.


3. **Sustainable Societies:** We can lessen the negative effects of production and consumption on the environment by promoting sustainable economic growth.


Achieving SDG #8 is a complex and interconnected endeavor, but it is a fundamental step toward building a more just and equitable world. Governments, businesses, and individuals all have roles to play in ensuring decent work and sustainable economic growth for all. By working together, we can create a world where no one is left behind, and prosperity is shared by all.

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