SDG16 Bangladesh Knowledge Hub:

Capturing Knowledge for Connecting and Empowering Voices for Just, Inclusive and Peaceful Society in Bangladesh

Without peace, stability, human rights and effective governance, based on the rule of law – we cannot hope for sustainable development.The SDGs aim to significantly reduce all forms of violence, and work with governments and communities to find lasting solutions to conflict and insecurity. Strengthening the rule of law and promoting human rights is key to this process and strengthening the participation of  Institutions of local, national, regional & global governance. 

The SDG 16 Bangladesh knowledge Hub is a platform for multi-stakeholder that responds to the increasing demand for a space for knowledge and collaboration on SDG 16 and to ensure meaningful and impactful exchanges.

It is designed to allow all stakeholders with an interest in SDG 16 to share experiences around its key pillars. Included here are key SDG 16 resources produced by multi-stakeholder  initiatives. The portal is hosted by the Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication(BNNRC) and supported by Switzerland. 
 

What does the SDG 16 Hub do?

The SDG 16 Bangladesh knowledge Hub is designed to be a one-stop-shop for knowledge and collaboration on SDG 16. It does so by offering SDG 16 related  targets and indicators the following:

1. Knowledge Creation

2. Knowledge Preservation

3. Knowledge Dissemination

4. Knowledge Utilization

Through Influence, Empower and Amplify

1. Influence : Nothing about us without SDG16

2. Empower: Coming to Voice about  SDG16

3. Amplify   : Leave no one behind 

Goal 16 Targets

16.1 Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere

16.2 End abuse, exploitation, trafficking and all forms of violence against and torture of children

16.3 Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all

16.4 By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets and combat all forms of organized crime

16.5 Substantially reduce corruption and bribery in all their forms

16.6 Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels

16.7 Ensure responsive, inclusive, participatory and representative decision-making at all levels

16.8 Broaden and strengthen the participation of developing countries in the institutions of global governance

16.9 By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration

16.10 Ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms, in accordance with national legislation and international agreements

16.A Strengthen relevant national institutions, including through international cooperation, for building capacity at all levels, in particular in developing countries, to prevent violence and combat terrorism and crime

16.B Promote and enforce non-discriminatory laws and policies for sustainable development