UNSDG Goal 01: No poverty

In our everyday lives, we support people in need through simple acts such as donating clothes and food. We also donate to organizations that are dedicated to fighting poverty.

These actions reflect the first goal of the United Nations: “No poverty”. This goal aims to eradicate poverty in all its forms worldwide. It is not just about financial hardship, but also about access to important resources such as education, healthcare and social participation. We also fight discrimination.

Organizations can contribute to this goal much more effectively through targeted measures. Here are three examples:

• Gastronomy: Restaurants can donate unsold food to homeless shelters to reduce food waste and support people in need.

• Retail: Shops can offer their customers the option of rounding up the purchase amount in order to donate the difference to aid organizations.

• Local public transport: Tram companies can offer social tickets or discounted season tickets for low-income groups to facilitate their mobility and social participation.