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UN Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the goalsPartnerships in Scotland

The UN recognises the importance of people powered networks which can make a difference implementing the aims of all of the sustainable development goals at both a local and global level.

Part of Learning for SustainabilityLiving sustainably

Partnerships in Scotland

Scotland already has some long-standing international partnerships. The began in 1859 and still continues.

The Scotland-Malawi Partnership involves over 1,000 organisations and individuals, including Scottish schools and universities working together.

The partnership allows both nations to learn about each other's cultures and gives students the opportunity to study in each other's countries.

As a sign of its success, the partnership estimates that .

Find out about partnerships in Scotland

Activity

  • Partnerships are formed often and in many forms. Can you think of any recent examples, either global or local?
  • What do you think is needed to make a partnership successful?
  • Can you think of any partnerships you would like to see?