Goal 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth

Goal: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

UGA is working to address UN Sustainable Development Goals through focused research, teaching, service, and stewardship on campus, across the state, and around the globe. Some examples of how students, faculty, and staff are addressing Goal #8 are listed below.

The University of Georgia is committed to serving communities and supporting local economies, across the state and around the globe. Throughout Georgia, UGA promotes economic vitality, civic engagement, and community health, generating a $6.5 billion annual impact on the state’s economy. University programs and research have helped launch more than 175 companies and introduced more than 850 new products to the market.

Center on Human Trafficking Research and Outreach

The Center on Human Trafficking Research and Outreach (CenHTRO) works to implement effective anti-trafficking policies and innovative programs that protect victims, prevent trafficking, strengthen prosecution, and enhance partnership while also equipping the next generation of human trafficking researchers with competencies that can enhance social justice for trafficking survivors and victims. CenHTRO works in 10 countries on five continents.

Archway Partnership

The Archway Partnership empowers communities to address long-standing and critical community and economic development needs. Through the Archway Partnership, UGA students and faculty have worked with communities to address issues related to economic development, education, workforce development, leadership, health and welfare, overall quality of life, and more.

Improving Profits for Small-Scale Farmers in Africa

Researchers in the College of Engineering have developed a cooling device for milk that doesn’t require in-home electricity. The device, known as the Evakuula, is being used in sub-Saharan Africa to maximize dairy profits for small farmers. The team is now using the technology to create a cooling container for eggs.

Workforce Development

The Carl Vinson Institute of Government assists communities as they plan for the future and increase their capacity to build a strong workforce to meet employer needs. Partners include state entities, local governments, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and employers.