SDG 16

Deskripsi

More frequent, intense and prolonged conflicts around the world are shattering people’s lives, communities and futures. Violence against women, children and marginalized groups remains widespread. Casualties among children and women in armed conflicts quadrupled in the biennium 2023–2024 compared with the previous biennium. While there was progress in accreditations of human rights institutions, many political systems fail to represent their populations fully, leading to declining trust. High pretrial detention rates and limited access to justice highlight the need for inclusive governance and rule of law. Achieving lasting peace requires an urgent global commitment to good governance, human rights, equal justice access and accountable institutions, emphasizing diplomacy and dialogue. Under the Global Programme on Strengthening the Rule of Law, Human Rights, Justice and Security for Sustainable Peace and Development of UNDP, support is provided for integrated initiatives to strengthen national institutions, promote accountability and ensure compliance with human rights obligations. It enhances justice and security mechanisms by providing legal services and advice, building the capacity of prosecutors, police and legal aid providers, and facilitating access to justice for internally displaced persons and survivors of gender-based violence. In addition, the Programme assists Governments in developing national action plans on business and human rights and advances people-centred policing approaches.