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Furthermore, SDG target 16.7 aims to “Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels”. The 2030 Agenda also highlights, in its paragraph 48, the importance indicators have for decision-making. In the Rio+20 Conference outcome document, the Future We Want, paragraph 14 recognizes that “opportunities for people to influence their lives and future, participate in decision-making and voice their concerns are fundamental for sustainable development” and reaffirms respectively in paragraph 19, “ the continued need for the full and effective participation of all countries, in particular developing countries, in global decision-making” and in Paragraph 31 the “commitments to ensure women's equal rights, access and opportunities for participation and leadership in the economy, society and political decision-making”. An important role is also recognized to major groups and other stakeholders. In the outcome document of the Future We Want, member states “agree to work more closely with major groups and other stakeholders and encourage their active participation, as appropriate, in processes that contribute to decision-making, planning and implementation of policies and programmes for sustainable development at all levels”, as per paragraph 43. Paragraph 276 of the Future We Want acknowledges “the need to facilitate informed policy decision-making on sustainable development issues and, in this regard, to strengthen the science-policy interface”, whereas paragraph 279 reiterates “participation and representation of men and women scientists and researchers from developing and developed countries in processes related to global environmental and sustainable development assessment and monitoring, with the purpose of enhancing national capabilities and the quality of research for policy- and decision-making processes”. Both the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) in 2002 and the Commission on Sustainable Development emphasized the importance of information for sound decision-making. The Johannesburg Plan of Implementation (JPOI) focuses in paragraph 7d, on women’s access and full participation to decision-making. Paragraph 19 takes into consideration the importance of integrating sustainable development into decision-making processes at all levels. Whereas, paragraph 86 describes the importance of consolidating the reform process of existing financial systems in order to “provide for the effective participation of developing countries in the international economic decision-making processes”. Furthermore, the need to “improve policy and decision -making at all levels” and in particular through an “improved collaboration” between science and policy-makers is stressed in paragraph 109 e. Chapter 8 of Agenda calls on countries to improve or restructure the decision-making process so that consideration of socio-economic and environmental issues is fully integrated and a broader range of public participation assured. It also calls on countries to adopt national strategies for sustainable development (NSDS) that "should build upon and harmonize the various sectoral economic, social and environmental policies and plans that are operating in the country". Furthermore, chapter 40 of Agenda 21 focuses on information for decision-making and emphasizes that, in sustainable development, everyone is a user and provider of information considered in the broad sense. That includes data, information, experience and knowledge. 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Furthermore, SDG target 16.7 aims to <em>“Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels”</em>. The 2030 Agenda also highlights, in its paragraph 48, the importance indicators have for decision-making.</p> <p>In the Rio+20 Conference outcome document, the Future We Want, paragraph 14 recognizes that “opportunities for people to influence their lives and future, participate in decision-making and voice their concerns are fundamental for sustainable development” and reaffirms respectively in paragraph 19, “ the continued need for the full and effective participation of all countries, in particular developing countries, in global decision-making” and in Paragraph 31 the “commitments to ensure women's equal rights, access and opportunities for participation and leadership in the economy, society and political decision-making”.</p> <p>An important role is also recognized to major groups and other stakeholders. In the outcome document of the Future We Want, member states “agree to work more closely with major groups and other stakeholders and encourage their active participation, as appropriate, in processes that contribute to decision-making, planning and implementation of policies and programmes for sustainable development at all levels”, as per paragraph 43.</p> <p>Paragraph 276 of the Future We Want acknowledges “the need to facilitate informed policy decision-making on sustainable development issues and, in this regard, to strengthen the science-policy interface”, whereas paragraph 279 reiterates “participation and representation of men and women scientists and researchers from developing and developed countries in processes related to global environmental and sustainable development assessment and monitoring, with the purpose of enhancing national capabilities and the quality of research for policy- and decision-making processes”.</p> <p>Both the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) in 2002 and the Commission on Sustainable Development emphasized the importance of information for sound decision-making.</p> <p>The Johannesburg Plan of Implementation (JPOI) focuses in paragraph 7d, on women’s access and full participation to decision-making. Paragraph 19 takes into consideration the importance of integrating sustainable development into decision-making processes at all levels. Whereas, paragraph 86 describes the importance of consolidating the reform process of existing financial systems in order to “provide for the effective participation of developing countries in the international economic decision-making processes”. Furthermore, the need to “improve policy and decision -making at all levels” and in particular through an “improved collaboration” between science and policy-makers is stressed in paragraph 109 e.</p> <p>Chapter 8 of Agenda calls on countries to improve or restructure the decision-making process so that consideration of socio-economic and environmental issues is fully integrated and a broader range of public participation assured. It also calls on countries to adopt national strategies for sustainable development (NSDS) that "should build upon and harmonize the various sectoral economic, social and environmental policies and plans that are operating in the country".</p> <p>Furthermore, chapter 40 of Agenda 21 focuses on information for decision-making and emphasizes that, in sustainable development, everyone is a user and provider of information considered in the broad sense. That includes data, information, experience and knowledge. The need for information arises at all levels, from that of senior decision-maker at the national and international levels to the grass-roots and individual levels.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="publications" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="publications-tab" class="tab-pane fade "> <div> <div class="views-element-container"><div class="view view-related-blocks view-id-related_blocks view-display-id-topics_publications js-view-dom-id-6795b66e9075c14e67e5231d4cf5d378109f6869584f8f9cba29d13009362ed8"> <div class="view-header"> <div class="heading-block"> <div class="row"> <div class="heading-text col-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-4"> <h2>Publications</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="view-content row"> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/publication-enhancing-ndcsa-guide-strengthening-national-climate-plans-32942" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/2021-04/Enhancing%20NDCs%20A%20Guide%20to%20Strengthening%20National%20Climate%20Plans.jpeg?itok=43DAEOUw");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Publication - Enhancing NDCs_A Guide to Strengthening National Climate Plans</h4> <p class="card-text">This report aims to help government officials identify options for enhancing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) in line with the Paris Agreement. It offers guidance on establishing a process for NDC enhancement, enhancing mitigation and adaptation components of NDCs, and communicating NDCs t...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/transforming-our-world-2030-agenda-sustainable-development-17981" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/2022-03/transforming_our_world_2030_Agenda_7.png?itok=bjwU5usU");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Transforming our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development</h4> <p class="card-text">This Agenda is a plan of action for people, planet and prosperity. It also seeks to strengthen universal peace in larger freedom, We recognize that eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, including extreme poverty, is the greatest global challenge and an indispensable requirement for su...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/millennium-development-goals-report-2015-17963" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_2036.jpg?itok=d8fngF8C");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >The Millennium Development Goals Report 2015</h4> <p class="card-text">At the beginning of the new millennium, world leaders gathered at the United Nations to shape a broad vision to fight poverty in its many dimensions. That vision, which was translated into eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), has remained the overarching development framework for the world for...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/global-sustainable-development-report-2015-briefs-17910" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_1870.jpg?itok=URzUAJ-c");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Global Sustainable Development Report - 2015 Briefs</h4> <p class="card-text">2015 will be a watershed year for sustainable development. Major international conferences – on financing for development the post-2015 development agenda, and climate change – will take momentous decisions that could, if effectively followed up, have profound implications for the future of our soci...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/unesco-roadmap-implementing-global-action-programme-education-sustainable-development" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_1674.jpg?itok=L1Mh0i9Y");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >UNESCO Roadmap for Implementing the Global Action Programme on Education for Sustainable Development</h4> <p class="card-text">Rapid, sweeping, and long-lasting change is altering our planet’s environment in an unprecedented manner, while societies are undergoing profound shifts in their demographic makeup and social and economic fabrics. 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The 2012 Secr...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/common-african-position-post-2015-development-agenda-17780" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_1329.jpg?itok=zg3ku9NC");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Common African Position on the Post-2015 Development Agenda</h4> <p class="card-text">The post-2015 Development Agenda provides a unique opportunity for Africa to reach consensus on common challenges, priorities and aspirations, and to actively participate in the global debate on how to complete the MDGs and address emerging development issues. Published in March 2014, the Common ...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/measuring-capacity-17709" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_953.jpg?itok=w5KgMRw-");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Measuring Capacity</h4> <p class="card-text">What is the measure of capacity? This paper on Measuring Capacity attempts to help development practitioners unbundle this question. First, by defining the starting point: an institution’s ability to perform, sustain performance over time, and manage change and shocks; second, by offering programmat...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/practitioners-guide-capacity-development-environmental-sustainability-17710" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_954.jpg?itok=QgvqqIi-");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Practitioner&#039;s Guide: Capacity Development for Environmental Sustainability</h4> <p class="card-text">From the guide: "We are pleased to share this Practitioner’s Guide: Capacity Development for Environmental Sustainability, which brings together UNDP’s experiences and expertise in both capacity development and environmental sustainability, to provide practical guidance for UNDP staff, development p...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/executive-summary-preparing-low-emission-climate-resilient-development-strategies" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_955.jpg?itok=vuVDUxF2");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Executive Summary: Preparing Low-Emission Climate-Resilient Development Strategies</h4> <p class="card-text">UNDP is assisting national and sub-national governments in developing countries to prepare low-emission climate-resilient development strategies (LECRDS). Working within relevant national, local, and regional planning and coordination frameworks, LECRDS are designed to build upon existing strategies...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/how-guide-low-emission-development-strategies-and-nationally-appropriate-mitigation" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_956.jpg?itok=-dzigsK7");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >How - to Guide: Low-emission Development Strategies and Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions: Eastern Europe and CIS</h4> <p class="card-text">Recognizing that each country has unique national circumstances and priorities, this guide describes the main steps in the process of developing LEDS and NAMAs that a country would need to follow; it identifies the main questions that need to be addressed at each stage of the process and describes t...</p> <div class="link">Read the document</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="card card-custom publications-01 col-sm-6 col-lg-3 mb-3"> <a href="/publications/sustainable-development-scenarios-rio20-component-sd21-project-17614" style="background-image: url("/sites/default/files/styles/topics_thumbnails/public/publications/image400_793.jpg?itok=y7rlteK3");"> <div class="card-body"> <h4 class="card-title" >Sustainable Development Scenarios for Rio+20 - A Component of the SD21 project</h4> <p class="card-text">This report is the result of a collaborative effort of 49 global modellers and scenario analysts. 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Furthermore, the need to “improve policy and decision -making at all levels” and in particular through an “improved collaboration” between science and policy-makers is stressed in paragraph 109 e.</div> </div> </li>  <li> <div class="direction-r"> <div class="flag-wrapper"> <span class="hexa"></span> <span class="time-wrapper"> <span class="time">January 1992</span> </span> <span class="flag"> <a href="https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/milestones/unced/agenda21" target="_blank" style="color:#4d4d4d;">Agenda 21 (Chap. 8 and 40)</a> </span> </div> <div class="desc">Chapter 8 of Agenda calls on countries to improve or restructure the decision-making process so that consideration of socio-economic and environmental issues is fully integrated and a broader range of public participation assured. 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