SDG 8 - Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Sustain per capita economic growth in accordance with national circumstances, and at least 7 percent GDP growth per annum in least developed countries.
How this Goal works as a Guide for our work
We strengthen rural economies with farms, small business and markets.
How GIS supports our work
Track production, trade routes and population growth to target investment.
8.1
Sustain per capita economic growth in accordance with national circumstances, and at least 7 percent GDP growth per annum in least developed countries.
Support steady economic growth, especially in poorer countries.
We strengthen rural economies with farms, small business and markets.
Track production, trade routes and population growth to target investment.
8.2
Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation.
Increase productivity through innovation and diverse work.
We promote value-added agriculture and local enterprise.
Map resources and markets to guide training and innovation.
8.3
Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship and innovation, and encourage MSMEs including through access to finance.
Create fair policies that help small businesses grow.
We support farmers and craftspeople with training, tools and markets.
Map businesses, resources and infrastructure for job creation.
8.4
Improve resource efficiency in consumption and production and decouple economic growth from environmental degradation.
Grow while protecting the environment.
We promote sustainable farming and resource management.
Use EO to track land use and deforestation trends.
8.5
By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all and equal pay for work of equal value.
Ensure decent work and fair pay for all.
We create opportunities for youth, women and people with disabilities.
Map employment and training access to guide inclusion.
8.6
By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training.
Reduce the number of young people not in work or training.
We provide practical skills for trades, farming and enterprise.
Highlight youth populations versus training centre access.
8.7
Take immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labour, end modern slavery and human trafficking, and end child labour in all its forms by 2025.
End forced labour, slavery and child labour.
We support families so children learn rather than work.
Map poverty, schooling and jobs to identify child labour risks.
8.8
Protect labour rights and promote safe and secure working environments for all workers.
Ensure safe and fair workplaces.
We promote safe conditions and fair treatment through education.
Map workplace hazards and safety to support improvements.
8.9
By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products.
Promote tourism that benefits local people and culture.
We support craft and cultural enterprises that create jobs.
Map tourism routes and cultural sites for community benefit.
8.1
Strengthen the capacity of domestic financial institutions to expand access to banking, insurance and financial services for all.
Expand access to banking and financial services.
We link communities with microfinance and savings groups.
Identify areas lacking financial access to target support.
8.A
Increase Aid for Trade support for developing countries.
Increase support that helps countries trade fairly.
We strengthen supply chains and fair market links.
Map trade routes and production zones for efficient chains.
8.B
By 2020, develop and operationalise a global strategy for youth employment and implement the ILO Global Jobs Pact.
Create a global plan for youth jobs.
We train young people to build their futures and communities.
Monitor youth employment and training needs with GIS.