Global Environmental Health LAB

For the 14th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 14, Life Below Water

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 14) is the UN’s blueprint to “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources.” It focuses on protecting marine ecosystems, preventing pollution, ending overfishing, and addressing ocean acidification to ensure a healthy, productive, and resilient ocean for future generations.

Tell us your thoughts on goal 14 in the comments!

Read more on goal 14 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal14

Meet Fernanda, our new Programs and Communications Intern!

Let’s talk Vaccine Hesitancy & Refusal!

The aim of this study was to understand the factors associated with vaccine hesitancy and refusal in Indonesia using the Social-Ecological Model (SEM).

Cultural factors play a significant role in vaccine hesitancy and refusal. The SEM can be used to propose multi-level interventions with collaboration and communication among stakeholders to improve community health.

Check out this infographic to learn more about our research!

Learn more on this topic here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39457308/

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For the 13th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 13, Climate Action

Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13) calls for urgent, global action to combat climate change and its impacts. Its core objective is to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, build climate resilience, and limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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Read more on goal 13 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal13

For the 12th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 12, Responsible Consumption and Production

Sustainable Development Goal 12 aims to “ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns,” focusing on reducing resource footprints, managing chemicals, cutting food waste, and reducing waste generation by 2030. It addresses the need to “do more and better with less,” breaking the link between economic growth and environmental degradation.

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Read more on goal 12 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal12

For the 11th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities

SDG 11 aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. It addresses rapid urbanization challenges by targeting affordable housing, safe transport, waste management, and reducing the environmental impact of cities.

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Read more on goal 11 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal11

For the 10th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 10, Reduced Inequalities

Sustainable Development Goal 10 aims to reduce inequality within and among countries by 2030, fostering social, economic, and political inclusion for all regardless of age, s*x, disability, race, or ethnicity. Key targets include boosting income growth for the bottom 40% of the population, regulating financial markets, facilitating safe migration, and increasing developing nation representation.

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Read more on goal 10 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal10

Let’s talk WASH!

The Hidden Vulnerability: Occupational Health, Migration, and Hygiene in Myanmar

While sharing similar income levels, internal migrants in Myanmar face unique health vulnerabilities driven by status itself, particularly in occupational illness and basic sanitation access.

In the past decade, Myanmar has experienced high rates of internal migration due to social, economic, and political change, resulting in many health risks.

Learn more on this topic here: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8588907/

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Join us in Indonesia!!

Apply now to join our team this summer in Indonesia! Engage in academic excellence while experiencing Indonesia’s rich culture, innovation, and global perspectives. Now accepting applications until March 31! Use the QR code or click the link below to apply now!

Join an immersive education experience in Indonesia where you’ll explore real-world challenges tied to the UN SDGs. Work alongside local professionals, professors, and students across STEM, medicine, public health, and social sciences—while contributing to the building of resilient communities for Healthy and Sustainable Living.

Apply Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8Pm1JY6YeVe4Sp9gSxky2ttxrpvVofYxIb7DmWv9MgSS9NA/viewform

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For the 9th SDG Saturday, let’s learn about Goal 9, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

SDG 9 aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation by 2030. It focuses on enhancing technological capabilities, upgrading industries for sustainability, and increasing access to information and communications technology (ICT), crucial for economic growth and development.

Tell us your thoughts on goal 9 in the comments!

Read more on goal 9 here: https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal9