SDGs: Goal 8What is SDGs?: Goal8. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were formally adopted on 25 September 2015 by United Nations General Assembly.
What is each goal of SDGs and our initiatives to achieve the goal?
Goal 8. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
| 8.1 | Sustain per capita economic growth in accordance with national circumstances and, in particular, at least 7 per cent gross domestic product growth per annum in the least developed countries |
| 8.2 | Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors |
| 8.3 | Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services |
| 8.4 | Improve progressively, through 2030, global resource efficiency in consumption and production and endeavour to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation, in accordance with the 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production, with developed countries taking the lead |
| 8.5 | By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value |
| 8.6 | By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training |
| 8.7 | Take immediate and effective measures to eradicate forced labour, end modern slavery and human trafficking and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labour, including recruitment and use of child soldiers, and by 2025 end child labour in all its forms |
| 8.8 | Protect labour rights and promote safe and secure working environments for all workers, including migrant workers, in particular women migrants, and those in precarious employment |
| 8.9 | By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products |
| 8.10 | Strengthen the capacity of domestic financial institutions to encourage and expand access to banking, insurance and financial services for all |
| 8.a | Increase Aid for Trade support for developing countries, in particular least developed countries, including through the Enhanced Integrated Framework for Trade-related Technical Assistance to Least Developed Countries |
| 8.b | By 2020, develop and operationalize a global strategy for youth employment and implement the Global Jobs Pact of the International Labour Organization |
Reference: https://www.un.org/ga/search/view_doc.asp?symbol=A/RES/70/1&Lang=E
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SDGs and Business with an Eye on the Future
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Manac Incorporated
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Create Easy-to-Work Environments and Realize Fulfillment of Each Employee
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Higashi Hiroshima Taxi Co., Ltd.
Tax/Bus Business for Community Service
Higashi Hiroshima Taxi Co., Ltd.
Toraya-Honpo Co., Ltd.
Japanese Sweets-Making Experiences for Community Vitalization
Toraya-Honpo Co., Ltd.
Onomichi Omotenashi Co., Ltd.
Aiming to Become a Place Loved by Community People
Onomichi Omotenashi Co., Ltd.
The Hiroshima Bank, Ltd.
Establish the Reliable Hirogin Group with a Strong Relationship with the Community
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Umwelt Co., Ltd.
Support Development of Safe and Sustainable Cities behind the Scene
Umwelt Co., Ltd.
Imoto Construction Co., Ltd.
Sustainable Society Supported by “Building Regeneration” Technology
Imoto Construction Co., Ltd.
Mirai Kaikei FAMZ Junya Okazaki Tax Attorney Office
To Encourage More Companies to Work on the SDGs
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Manac Incorporated. Fukuyama Factory & Research Center
Support the health of people with chemical technologies! Contributing to the evolution and development of society and pursuing sustainability
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Day Service Center Short Stay Megumi-en Hiro, Nishinihon Denko Co., Ltd.
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Higashi Hiroshima Taxi Co., Ltd.
Supporting local communities! A taxi company caring for the lives of local people
Higashi Hiroshima Taxi Co., Ltd.
Hiroshima Restaurants Mirai Ticket Group
I wish to have a pleasant meal again with my friends at that restaurant! I want to be of some help to them! These wishes have taken shape.
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Tamema Co., Ltd.
Gently and warmly, supporting community-building by residents with the web app
Tamema Co., Ltd.
Sera Town Sightseeing Association
Communicating the attractions of Sera nationwide and worldwide! Start from the Michino-eki to create a unique Sera community!
Sera Town Sightseeing Association
IHI Corporation, Chugoku Branch Office
Enhancing corporate (branch office) value by addressing the SDGs—Improving branch office members’ quality of life
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EVENTOS Corporation
Revitalization of Arifuku Onsen, Gotsu, Shimane Prefecture: “Revitalizing the Community through Food”
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Okazaki Junya Certified Public Tax Accountant Office
“Making Hiroshima the SDGs Prefecture!” Establishment of a website to showcase companies working on the SDGs
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Sanai Kikou Co., Ltd.
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Sanai Kikou Co., Ltd.
Shinwa Kinzoku, Co., Ltd.
“From FACTORY to WACTORY” Cherishing harmony, removing boundaries, and creating an exciting society
Shinwa Kinzoku, Co., Ltd.
West Japan Blind Co., Ltd.
Creating interior products that take the environment, health, an aging society, energy conservation, and safety into consideration
West Japan Blind Co., Ltd.
Nishimaki Industry Co., Ltd.
Passing on the baton—creating an environment that future generations can be proud of
Nishimaki Industry Co., Ltd.
Bunkado Co., Ltd.
Using recycled paper from origami cranes, to establish a recycling process, support the independence of people with disabilities, and promote a peaceful society
Bunkado Co., Ltd.
Maeda Housing Co., Ltd.
Using living environments to enrich communities and health
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Yuki Tourism Community Development Corporation NPO
Peace and adventure tourism for a sustainable Yuki
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What is SDGs?
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal goals that every countries take action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere. SDGs are composed of 17 Goals and 169 Targets and the pledge to leave no one behind.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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