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SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
The Impact Project
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
Abe Oudshoorn – Global Homelessness Researcher
Abe connects researchers and advocates through the International Journal on Homelessness, creating a global dialogue that includes perspectives often excluded from academic research. His work supports SDG 17 by sharing knowledge internationally and building networks that advance coordinated policies to end homelessness.
Victoria Esses – Immigration and Community Partnership Expert
Through Pathways to Prosperity, Victoria brings together researchers from 50 Canadian universities, policymakers and immigrant-serving organizations. By sharing evidence and practices across Canada and internationally, this network demonstrates how multi-stakeholder partnerships can create more welcoming communities.
Josh Givans – Open-Source Health Technology Innovator
Josh works through a partnership between Western and Kenyatta University to develop affordable, open-source technology for treating newborn jaundice. By sharing designs and helping communities build and use the equipment themselves, his work advances SDG 17’s focus on technology transfer and capacity-building.
Paul Beamish – Global Business Education Advocate
Through the 39 Country Initiative, Paul connects Ivey with universities in developing countries to provide free educational resources and faculty training. The initiative’s international network strengthens knowledge-sharing and institutional capacity while expanding access to business education.
Kato Hussein Wabbi – Global Biomedical Capacity Builder
Kato combines expertise from Western and his experience in Uganda to develop affordable systems that prevent failures in essential medical equipment. His goal of training biomedical engineers and transferring locally appropriate technology supports stronger international cooperation and long-term capacity in underserved health systems.
Diane-Laure Arjaliès – Collaborative Sustainable Finance Expert
Through the Sustainable Finance Lab, Diane-Laure works with Indigenous communities, researchers, investors and environmental organizations to develop financial tools for nature and equality. Her partnership-based approach supports SDG 17 by mobilizing expertise and investment across sectors and sharing successful models with others.
