Strategies for Implementing the Sustainable Development Goals: Organizational Alignment, Partnerships, Resources, and Advocacy
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sstdvgltch-03
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About the Article
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) require more than global consensus; they demand actionable strategies at organizational and community levels. This article analyzes four interlinked approaches: aligning organizational missions with SDGs, fostering partnerships, mobilizing diverse resources, and engaging in evidence-based advocacy. Drawing on cases from Unilever, BRAC, and the Kenya Red Cross, alongside collaborative initiatives such as the Global Fund, IDH, and PAGE, the article demonstrates how organizations translate global frameworks into measurable outcomes. For academics, the analysis contributes to debates on governance and resource mobilization. For practitioners, it offers practical guidance on aligning strategy, building partnerships, and influencing policy for maximum impact.
Key Topics
- Sustainable Development Goals implementation
- Organizational alignment and SMART targets
- Partnerships and collaboration
- Resource mobilization strategies
- Policy advocacy and governance
- Capacity building in low-resource contexts
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Strategies for Implementing the Sustainable Development Goals: Organizational Alignment, Partnerships, Resources, and Advocacy. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sstdvgltch-03
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