Equity in the Education Sustainable Development Goal

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the 70th General Assembly of the United Nations in 2015, otherwise known as the Global Goals or the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, are a universal call for action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. The fourth SDG (SDG 4) is to: “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”. SDG 4 is to be achieved through the accomplishment of ten targets, which represent the most comprehensive and ambitious agenda for global education ever attempted. Among these, Target 4.5 is of special interest for this year’s edition of Education at a Glance as it focuses on equity.