Theme: “SDG16+ and COVID-19: Local Actions for Global Solutions”

Are you working to build peaceful, just and inclusive societies? Have you been working to promote women’s political participation? Have you been supporting local-level work to improve access to justice?

Building on the resounding success of the 2019 Voices of SDG16+ campaign, this year’s video campaign will ask individuals and partners around the world to share short videos showcasing how they are contributing to advancing SDG16+, particularly in light of the COVID-19 global pandemic. The most compelling videos will be shared widely in the lead up to and during the 2020 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) from 7-16 July 2020, and the top 5 storytellers will be invited to share their stories during a dedicated 2020 HLPF Side-Event. 

No matter how small our actions may seem to us, when we put them together, these stories can have great power. We want to hear how you are taking part in the global movement working to build peaceful, just and inclusive societies.

Individuals and organizations from around the world are invited to submit short videos (maximum 3 minutes) telling their “stories” of best practices and extraordinary efforts being undertaken towards SDG16+ at the national and local levels, particularly in the face of the COVID-19 crisis. Successful stories should showcase concrete examples of how SDG16+ is being implemented and is helping to positively impact people’s lives. In particular, videos should also highlight why participants feel that SDG16+ is important, despite the challenges represented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants are also invited to include concrete commitment for advancing SDG16+, highlighting plans for a long-term impact in their communities.

Deadline for submissions: Sunday, 21 June 2020 

Please read through the guidelines and selection criteria thoroughly below before submitting your video.