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Embracing Sustainable Development Goals: CASA India’s Journey Towards a Better Tomorrow

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have arisen as a ray of hope and a blueprint for a brighter future in an era where major global concerns like poverty, inequality, climate change, and environmental degradation loom large. An outstanding NGO, CASA India, is unwavering in its dedication to bringing about good change and achieving the SDGs, and it is at the vanguard of this revolutionary movement. In this blog article, we will examine the relevance of the SDGs and CASA India’s inspiring journey towards social change and sustainable development.

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The Role of Occupational Therapy in Meeting Sustainable Developmental Goals within the Community

As an aspiring occupational therapist, I have the privilege of working with people from different backgrounds, abilities, and needs. I help them to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life through meaningful activities. In doing so, I also contribute to the sustainable development of the community I work in. Sustainable development is defined as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs" (United Nations, 1987). It is based on three pillars: social, economic, and environmental.

There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a global agenda for 2030, please click on the following link to see all of them https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sustainable_Development_Goals#/media/File:Sustainable_Development_Goals.svg.

They aim to end poverty, protect the environment, and ensure peace and prosperity for all. As an occupational therapist, I can align my practice with these goals and make a positive impact on the world.

Here's a YouTube video that explains each developmental goal in detail in just 10 minutes or less.

Here are five SDGs that I intend to work towards within my community:

The first of which would be SDG 1: No Poverty. Poverty is not only a lack of income but also a lack of access to basic services, opportunities, and resources. Poverty can affect anyone, but it disproportionately affects people with disabilities, older adults, women, and children. Poverty can also limit one's occupational choices and participation. As an occupational therapist, I can help people living in poverty to overcome physical, cognitive, and environmental barriers and access opportunities that can improve their well-being and livelihood. For example, I can provide assistive devices when necessary such as a wheelchair to easily allow for mobility around the community, and provide vocational training for my client to be able to overcome barriers to accessing, maintaining, or returning to employment or other meaningful occupations, financial literacy education/financial management skills by teaching the client financial management skills so that the client can be able to save or manage the money that he/she has effectively and advocacy for social protection and inclusion by advocating the client to go back to work if he/she is being limited that opportunity to go back to work due to his disability or illness by communicating with the employers or manager of that particular job. collaborate with community organizations, schools, and local government agencies to develop programs that address the needs of marginalized and underserved populations. These programs might focus on skill development, vocational training, mental health support, and more.

The second goal that I can play a role in is goal 2 which is to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. According to (de Klerk et al, 2004) by 2004, 14 million South Africans suffered from food insecurity, 43% of households suffered from food poverty, and 1.5 million children had malnutrition. By the year 2015, (Walsh et al., 2015) highlighted that 26% of households in South Africa were food insecure, whilst 28.3% were at risk of being food insecure. In a more recent report, it was indicated that 8.18 million people in South Africa were in crisis and 1.16 million were in a state of emergency in terms of food insecurity in December 2020, with projections to increase to 9.60 million and 2.20 million by March 2021, respectively (Maxwell D et al.,2023). The main drivers of this increase in food insecurity included economic decline and unemployment, food prices, drought, and the COVID-19 pandemic (IPC, 2021). Covid 19 had a huge impact on food insecurity in South Africa (Arndt et al.,2020)

The government is also making an impact in schools to help reduce hunger as he created a program called the National school nutrition program which offers 1 nutritious meal to children at primary and secondary school to improve their learning capacity. The meal is beneficial to the family of the learners as it costs 10% of the family’s income per child which is a significant save for the learners' family(Bundy et al,2018).In this Goal, as an Occupational therapist, I can create a garden to help reduce hunger this can be achieved by working together with the community leaders so that they can provide me with the land and the equipment that I’m going to use. Ask them for JoJo tanks so that water can be easily accessible when watering the vegetables. As most people are unemployed, I can work with them to help create a garden and appoint people that are going to be responsible for maintaining it. This vision can be presented in front of the community members so that they can also participate if they want. Whilst trying to achieve the goal I can incorporate the MDT approach such as working together with the dietician to get good nutritional advice and how important a healthy diet is in our body. While also creating groups with the caregivers and teaching them about breastfeeding to prevent the child's risk of getting malnutrition (Severe acute malnutrition and moderate acute malnutrition). We can also as Ots create groups of mothers and children especially first-time mothers whereby, we educate them on different ways to formulate a bond with the child and encourage playing with the children.

Sustainable Development Goal 3 entails good health and well-being. According to the world health organization, health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Health is also influenced by the social determinants of health, such as income, education, environment, culture, and gender. As an occupational therapist, I can promote health and well-being for individuals and groups through prevention, providing realistic intervention, and rehabilitation while working together with the client to meet their needs. I consider the social determinants of health, such as housing, education, and access to healthcare, when working with clients.

 As an occupational therapist, I can support goal 4 which is ensuring quality education for all by addressing the diverse learning needs and styles of students, teachers, and parents. For example, I can provide inclusive education, curriculum adaptation, assistive technology, learning strategies, school readiness, and transition services. In the community, I have seen a gap in learners in the community unable to read, write, and identify shapes, colors, and numbers as a result those children repeated class multiple times which delayed their success. By working together with the teachers, I aim to create the most conducive and adaptable environment for the learners to be able to fully concentrate during the class and strategic ways to assist them to understand better for example breaking down instructions into small steps, praising them after completing each task to keep them motivated to do more.

The last sustainable development goal that I strive to assimilate into a core principle of my practice as an occupational therapist would be SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities. Inequalities are disparities in income, wealth, power, opportunities, and outcomes that affect people's lives and dignity. Inequalities can be based on factors such as gender, age, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and migration status. Inequalities can also create occupational injustice, which is the denial or restriction of access to meaningful occupations due to structural or personal factors. As an occupational therapist, I can reduce inequalities by promoting equity and inclusion for marginalized and vulnerable groups within a community such as workplaces, schools, and public spaces. By considering the diverse needs of individuals with varying abilities, therapists can help create environments that are accessible and welcoming to everyone. Have advocacy efforts to influence policy changes that promote equality and accessibility. This could involve working with professional associations, community leaders, NGOs, and policymakers to create and implement policies that support the rights and needs of marginalized populations.  For example, I can provide culturally sensitive care to better understand and respect the diverse cultural backgrounds of their clients. This ensures that interventions are tailored to individual values, beliefs, and preferences, thereby reducing disparities in care, human rights education, empowerment programs, community development projects, and policy advocacy. Can also conduct workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns to educate communities about the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities. This can help reduce stigma, increase understanding, and foster a more inclusive society.

By working to promote healthy lives with adequate income and reduced hunger, quality education, and reduced inequality,we as OT's in South Africa and not only SA but in general, can make a significant contribution to sustainable development within communities we work in. OT's are helping to create a more inclusive and accessible society, where everyone can participate in activities that are meaningful to them. These are some of the ways that I intend to work towards the SDG's within my community as an occupational therapist. I believe that by doing so, I can make a difference not only for myself but also for others and future generations.

References

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2.De Klerk, M., Drimie, S., Aliber, M., Mini, S., Mokoena, R., Randela, R., ... & Kirsten, J. (2004). Food security in South Africa: key policy issues for the medium term. Human Sciences Research Council Integrated Rural and Regional Development Position Paper.

3. Haywood, L. K., Funke, N., Audouin, M., Musvoto, C., & Nahman, A. (2019). The Sustainable Development Goals in South Africa: Investigating the need for multi-stakeholder partnerships. Development Southern Africa, 36(5), 555-569.

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6. Mugambiwa, S. S., & Tirivangasi, H. M. (2017). Climate change: A threat towards achieving ‘Sustainable Development Goal number two’(end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture) in South Africa. Jàmbá: Journal of Disaster Risk Studies, 9(1), 1-6.

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Importance Of Sustainable Development Goals For Schools

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Sustainable development is a broad term that covers many aspects of the world and its inhabitants. It aims to ensure that we have the best possible future for the next generation and beyond, without sacrificing our planet's resources or leaving future generations with an unsustainable legacy. We are living in a time when climate change is becoming more visible than ever before, and as a result, education about sustainability has become more important than ever before as well. The importance of sustainable development cannot be overstated, which is why there are now so many initiatives focused on bringing it to the forefront of society once again. If you work in education, you might be asking yourself what this will mean for your school or institution. Well, read on to find out how goals for academia platform can impact your school and how you can get involved in making a difference.

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Sustainable Development Goals - 2030 Agenda | SDGCC

The Global Goals and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals seek to end poverty and hunger, realize the human rights of all, achieve gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls, and ensure the lasting protection of the planet and its natural resources, achieve 17 Goals by 2030.

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Title: Sustainable Development and Women's rights in Pakistan - A Paradigmatic Analysis

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              Human rights is the essential aspect for existence with dignity and poise on the planet. Its a truth universally acknowledge, that women are making around half of the total populace, yet at the same time are disregarded in varying backgrounds. Reasonable and practical steps are vital for the development as a nation. In Human Rights, a neglected aspect is “Women Rights” which is not neglected in academia but in practical fields of life. The paper focuses on the existing circumstance of women rights generally and particularly the circumstances of women rights in Paksitan. The study examines present conditions and circumstances, where women face varied issues. Conclusively, seven essential recommendations are made for women rights in public as well as in private organisations, in order to establish a balanced society with sustainable development.

Weblink: http://www.grrjournal.com/article/Sustainable-Development-and-Womens-rights-in-Pakistan-A-Paradigmatic-Analysis

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Efforts towards Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in India" Casa India Ngo

The Sustainable Development Goals are the world's shared plan to end extreme poverty, reduce inequality, and protect the planet. Casa India is an NGO based in India that works towards achieving these through sustainable Development Goals and various initiatives. These NGOs include promoting education, healthcare, and sanitation in rural areas, empowering women and girls, and providing vocational training and livelihood opportunities, If you're passionate about contributing towards sustainable development Give us a call.

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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by CASA

The sustainable development goals aim to meet the dual challenge of cantrol poverty and protecting the planet. CASA highlight a broad vision of sustainable development that support economic, social and environmental aspect. They promote combined approaches to carry out the SDGs on the other hand, we directly work for the poorest communities across India by organising and mobilising people. We promote integrated approaches to implement the Agreement on Climate Change, through education, research, policy analysis, and global cooperation. If you want to see results sooner than later, then visit our website!

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Archived Sustainable Development Goals With Casa India

Casa India is committed to sustainable development goals, by building the right environment and creating a society that is more resilient and just. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outline 17 global targets including climate change, poverty reduction, and gender equality. To fulfill these goals, it's vital to build a distributed, inclusive, and inclusive developing world economy (DIW), with real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

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The Sustainable Development Goals - Casa India

Problems of this scale can be overwhelming but the Global Goals, also known as the sustainable development goals, are the solution to tackle them. The SDG List 2015 was adopted by all United Nations member states to end poverty, reduce inequality, and take more peaceful immediate action to prevent climate change and combat its effects, successfully achieving all (SDGs). is an integral part of receiving.

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Our Indian Sustainable Development Goals - Casa India

The Sustainable Development Goals are a blueprint for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all. The 15 goals of Casa India are conservation, restoration and promotion of sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainable management of forests, combating desertification and preventing and reversing land degradation.

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Sustainable Development Goals - song - Anthem - SDGCC Punjab

SDGCC has been set up to achieve the Global Goals 2030 agenda by initiating action for convening on SDG-related issues. It focused on achieving all Global Goals by 2030. and work with all departments to help them align their work with SDGs.Sustainable Development Goals - song - Anthem - SDGCC Punjab

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Sustainable Development Goals - song - Anthem - SDGCC Punjab

SDGCC has been set up to achieve the Global Goals 2030 agenda by initiating action for convening on SDG-related issues. It focused on achieving all Global Goals by 2030. and work with all departments to help them align their work with SDGs.Sustainable Development Goals - song - Anthem - SDGCC Punjab

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Sustainable Development Goals - 2030 Agenda | SDGCC

The Global Goals and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals seek to end poverty and hunger, realize the human rights of all, achieve gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls, and ensure the lasting protection of the planet and its natural resources, achieve 17 Goals by 2030.

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Sustainable development is the overarching paradigm of the United Nations. The concept of sustainable development was described by the 1987 Bruntland Commission Report as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Chandigarh Punjab has ranked number one among the states in the country in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) India Index-2020-21 for sustainable cities.