The UN in Thailand and UNSSC debut Thai SDG Micro-Primer at the Sustainability Expo in Bangkok

The United Nations (UN) in Thailand, with the support of the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) will debut the “Thai SDG Micro-Primer: My learning journey to contributing to Thailand's sustainable future” at Bangkok's Sustainability Expo 2023.  

The SDG microlearning is the UN in Thailand's innovative initiative for today's fast-paced, digital-first learning environment, with the aim of reaching the digital-native youth through a mobile-centric, dynamic format akin to leading digital platforms. 

As Thailand's premier platform for sustainable solutions, the Sustainable Expo 2023, boasts collaborations from over 100 international entities and insights from 150 global experts. Mirroring the transformative nature of the SDGs, the Expo exemplifies actionable, tangible pathways towards sustainable living, as evidenced by last year's significant turnout of 100,000 attendees amidst global challenges. 

With the SDG Summit taking place this month, the 2030 Agenda's message resonates louder than ever: the SDGs stand as a collective vision for a balanced and prosperous world.   

Engaging Youth with Innovation  

“Young people are instrumental contributors to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Staff College is pleased to collaborate with the UN in Thailand on the launch of this crucial initiative targeted at Thai youth. Our common objective is to ensure the global ambitions set in the Agenda resonate with all,” says Patrick van Weerelt, Head, UNSSC Knowledge Centre for Sustainable Development. 

This interactive learning platform provides Thailand-specific challenges and solutions, merging education with actionable insights. The course is tailored to Thai university students, but professors, development practitioners, civil society organizations, and youth groups can also benefit from the learning. Inspired by contemporary digital platforms, the microlearning initiative delves into the intricate interconnection between SDGs and Thailand's developmental objectives. The primary areas of focus include ocean plastics, air pollution, and education inequality. 

UN Resident Coordinator of Thailand, Gita Sabharwal, encapsulated the vision aptly: "The SDGs thrive on partnership. Civil society organizations, youth, communities, businesses, and the financial sector are the mosaic pieces of this global picture. We invite you to delve into this learning journey, understanding the challenges and your unique role in sculpting a sustainable future. Together, we champion the SDGs." 

“With the 2030 Agenda at midpoint, it is imperative that we take urgent and accelerated action to put the SDGs back on track. No player, including the United Nations, can accomplish this alone. Young people are pivotal in shaping a sustainable future. UNESCO is proud to support Thailand’s youth in becoming SDG Champions,' says Ms. Soohyun Kim, Director of UNESCO Multisectoral Regional Office in Bangkok. "Together with our UN partners, we are pleased to jointly launch the SDG primer aimed at inspiring young people and mobilizing collective action toward achieving the SDGs" 

Other information 

For comprehensive details on the Thai SDG Micro-Primer, visit this page: https://www.unssc.org/sdg-microlearning-thailand  

The Thai SDG Micro-Primer unveiled on 5 October 2023, at the Sustainability Expo global premiere. 

To learn more about sustainable development strategies and initiatives in Thailand, please reach out to the United Nations in Thailand at RCO-TH@un.org.  

For tailored microlearning solutions centered on sustainable development, reach out to sustainable-development@unssc.org.