February 4, 2025, is a significant date for several reasons. Firstly, it marks the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, a founding document of New Zealand. Secondly, it is the date on which the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are set to be achieved.
The SDGs are a set of 17 goals adopted by all United Nations member states in 2015. They cover a wide range of issues, including poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, and climate change. Achieving the SDGs will require significant cooperation and effort from all sectors of society. However, they offer a blueprint for a more sustainable and equitable future for all.