SDGs in Action

The SDG Actions are innovative projects developed by the MOC-LLAB team, as part of our Toolkit, promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in southern California and the Baja California Mexico region.

The SDG Actions are case study partnerships – between institutions with shared interests but who otherwise would not connect, or be able to do so as easily is at the heart of the MOC-LLAB. These partnerships will pioneer new methods, derive new insights, build new infrastructure, and develop policies with the aim of facilitating better decisions that lead to better lives. Like many networks, the majority of these interactions have sometimes taken place behind closed doors, physical, and virtual. This leads to less recognition of this important work and sometimes duplication of efforts.

The SDG Actions section offers a platform to represent the activities of its members and for burgeoning data collaboratives to attract input, resources, and partners, while offering regular updates about progress.

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SDG in Action Projects in 2021

San Diego States Plate Project

Tackling Food Insecurity & Food Waste at SDSU 🌱 Our project focuses on supporting SDSU students—especially low-income and Spanish-speaking communities—by addressing food insecurity and reducing food waste on campus. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals of Zero Hunger and Sustainable Cities and Communities, we aim to understand students’ needs, raise awareness of available food… Read More »

Capacity Building for Social and Economic Inclusion

Why This Topic? Cúcuta faces a dual challenge: accommodating populations displaced by internal conflict and managing the dynamics of a border region. The lack of formal employment opportunities pushes many individuals into the informal economy, which exceeds 60% in the city. Although many people possess prior educational qualifications and professional experience, the complex process of… Read More »

She Thrives

She Thrives is a campus-led initiative that supports homeless women in Downtown San Diego by collecting and distributing essential hygiene products. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, it aims to improve their health, dignity, and well-being, while raising awareness within the student community. The initiative also fosters a culture of compassion and social responsibility… Read More »

Dreams without barriers

Sueños Sin Barreras (Dreams Without Barriers) is an educational and social inclusion initiative that examines how poverty, inequality, and urban conditions affect students’ academic motivation and school retention in Cúcuta, Colombia. Through digital ethnography and field observation, the program identifies barriers that limit educational opportunities and highlights strategies that support vulnerable youth in pursuing their… Read More »

Safe Steps

Introducing SafeSteps — a free mobile app designed to help older adults in Chula Vista stay active, connected, and safe. By combining senior-friendly walking routes, wellness goals, and community engagement, SafeSteps aims to reduce loneliness and encourage healthy lifestyles for adults 65+. Built from local research and community insights, it’s a step toward healthier aging… Read More »