1 Poverty
What questions do I need to answer to know whether a project contributes to the first goal of the SDGS “End poverty in all its forms everywhere”?
To determine if a project contributes to the first Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ending poverty in all its forms everywhere, consider the following questions:
Target Beneficiaries: Who are the primary beneficiaries of the project? Does the project specifically target low-income individuals or marginalized communities?
Economic Impact: Does the project create jobs or provide income-generating opportunities for impoverished people?
Access to Resources: How does the project improve impoverished populations' access to essential resources, such as education, healthcare, clean water, or food?
Empowerment: Does the project empower individuals or communities to lift themselves out of poverty through skill development, capacity building, or access to financial services?
Sustainability: Is the project designed to be sustainable in the long term, ensuring ongoing benefits to impoverished communities?
Collaboration: Does the project involve partnerships with local organizations, governments, or stakeholders who have a vested interest in eradicating poverty?
Measurable Outcomes: What indicators are in place to measure the project's impact on poverty reduction over time?
Social Inclusion: Does the project address all dimensions of poverty, including social, economic, and environmental factors, while promoting inclusion and equity?
Policy Alignment: How does the project align with national and local development plans or policies aimed at poverty reduction?
Addressing Vulnerability: Does the project consider the most vulnerable groups, such as women, children, the elderly, or persons with disabilities?
By answering these questions, you can better assess whether the project meaningfully contributes to ending poverty in all its forms.
5 Gender equality
What questions do I need to answer to know whether a project contributes to the fifth goal of the SDGS “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls”?
To evaluate whether a project contributes to the fifth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls, consider the following questions:
Target Audience: Does the project specifically aim to benefit women and girls, including targeting marginalized groups?
Gender Equality: How does the project address gender disparities in access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making processes?
Empowerment Activities: What activities are included in the project to empower women and girls, such as educational programs, skills training, or leadership development?
Participation and Leadership: Does the project promote women's participation in leadership roles and decision-making at all levels?
Economic Opportunities: Does the project create economic opportunities for women, such as access to jobs, entrepreneurship, or financial services?
Health and Safety: How does the project address issues related to women's health, including reproductive health and access to healthcare services, as well as combating gender-based violence?
Community Engagement: Does the project involve community engagement and awareness-raising to challenge societal norms that perpetuate gender inequality?
Monitoring and Evaluation: What indicators and mechanisms are in place to measure progress toward gender equality and assess the impact of the project on women and girls?
Policy Integration: Does the project align with national policies and legal frameworks advocating for gender equality and women's rights?
Sustainability: How does the project ensure that its benefits for women and girls will be sustainable in the long term, beyond the project's lifespan?
Answering these questions can help you assess the extent and effectiveness of a project in contributing to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
