Subject Guides: Sustainable Development Goals at NSCC: Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

About Goal 16

Goal 16, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, aims to promote peaceful and inclusive societies that provide justice for all. This goal calls for an end to abuse, exploitation, trafficking and violence, particularly against children. It also strives to develop effective and transparent institutions at all levels. 

Learn more about Goal 16

Nations United. (2020, September 26). Justice and equality for all [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/bjQr_Ud8j9k

Resources and Links

End Violence: Safe to Learn
A global initiative working to end all forms of violence against children in and through schools.
United Nations Peacekeeping
Helps countries navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace.
United Nations: Universal declaration of human rights
A common standard of achievements for all peoples and all nations. It sets out fundamental human rights to be universally protected.

Books

eBook - Feminist Conversations on Peace by Sarah Smith ; Keina Yoshida (Eds.)
This edited collection brings together conversations across borders and boundaries to explore plural, intersectional and interdisciplinary concepts of feminist peace.
Global Justice: the Basics by Huw L. Williams; Carl Death
A straightforward and engaging introduction to the theoretical study and practice of global justice.
Human trafficking: Interdisciplinary perspectives by Mary C. Burke
Essential reading for professionals in law enforcement, human services, and health care, and for concerned citizens interested in human rights and making a difference in their communities.

Key Organizations

Dalhousie Legal Aid Service
Provides legal aid services for persons who would not otherwise be able to obtain legal advice for assistance.
Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia
The Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia (or LISNS) is a charitable, not-for-profit organization. We have been providing Nova Scotians with easy to understand information and resources about the law for 35 years.
UNICEF: Child protection
UNICEF works with partners around the world to promote policies and expand access to services that protect all children.