The SDGs are also explicitly grounded in human rights. #ZermattSummitFoundation

The SDGs are also explicitly grounded in human rights. Goal 16 on “peace, justice, and sustainable institutions” aims to “Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.” Within this is Goal 16.9, on identity: “By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration”.

Identity is massively important – the ability to prove who we are can be a provider of security and can form an important part of our ability to exercise our fundamental rights. This is particularly clear when looking at cases like those of stateless people, who often lack documentation to establish who they are, leaving them open to discrimination and abuse.