Nurses Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals: The United Nations and Sigma.

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Global Health Policy
• Nursing Leadership

Background:

• The United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a framework for global action on social, economic, and environmental issues.
• The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted in 2015, comprises 17 SDGs and 169 targets.
• These SDGs build upon the previous Millennium Development Goals (2000-2015).

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine the integration of specific UN SDGs into nursing practice and advocacy.
• To highlight the relevance of SDGs to clinical issues, public health emergencies, and nursing leadership.
• To showcase the advocacy efforts of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing within the UN system.

Main Methods:

• Review of UN Sustainable Development Goals and related literature.
• Analysis of the intersection between global health goals and nursing practice.
• Case examples of nursing advocacy for SDGs within the UN.

Main Results:

• SDGs 5 (gender equality), 8 (decent work and economic growth), and 17 (partnerships for the goals) are particularly relevant to nursing.
• Nursing leadership and advocacy are crucial for achieving the SDGs.
• The SDGs offer a comprehensive approach to addressing health determinants.

Conclusions:

• Nurses play a vital role in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals through clinical practice, leadership, and advocacy.
• Integrating SDGs into nursing education and practice is essential for global health equity.
• International partnerships are key to achieving sustainable development and improving health outcomes worldwide.