Lecture Notes: Advocacy for SDGs

Introduction

• Honored to be present and meet inspiring individuals.
• Shared learning experiences with others.

Focused Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

1. SDG 14: Life Below Water
2. SDG 15: Life on Land

Inspiration for Advocacy

• Observations from Indonesia:
  • Presence of many endangered species.
  • Importance of raising awareness about these issues.
  • Motivated to be a voice for change.

Specific Initiatives in Indonesia

• Collaboration with UNDP Indonesia:
  • Focused on saving endangered species in Sumatra.
  • Example: Sumatran Tigers
    • Notable decline in population.
    • Research and observation in Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park.
• Engaging with local communities:
  • Working together to conserve wildlife and environment.
  • Aiming for broader impact across other national parks in Indonesia.

Message to Youth

• Encouragement for young people globally:
  • Take action on social issues.
  • Youth have the power to drive change in their nations.
  • Importance of practical action over just discussions.

Inspirational Quote

• Mahatma Gandhi: "Be the change that you wish to see in this world."

Conclusion

• Call to action:
  • Collective efforts are essential to save the planet.
  • Reinforcement of youth as the future generation.