,EUP1501 Assignment 5 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025 (825161) - DUE 29 May 2025; 100%
TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
Section A: Role of Social Media in Achieving the Sustainable
Development Goals
Introduction
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United
Nations Member States in 2015, lays out 17 Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs) aimed at eradicating poverty, protecting the planet, and
ensuring prosperity for all (UNDP, 2017). Among these, SDG 4:
Quality Education is a fundamental pillar for achieving social
inclusion, reducing inequality, and promoting lifelong learning
opportunities for all. In the digital era, social media has emerged as a
powerful tool in raising awareness, mobilizing communities, and
promoting educational initiatives globally. This paper explores the role
of social media in achieving SDG 4, including successful campaigns,
platform use, and the broader implications for global and local change.
Background: SDG 4 - Quality Education
Goal 4 of the SDGs is to "ensure inclusive and equitable quality
education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all" (United
Nations, 2015). It includes 10 targets and 11 indicators, ranging from
universal primary and secondary education to equal access to affordable
technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university. It also
emphasizes gender equality, literacy and numeracy, and education for
sustainable development and global citizenship.
, Global disparities in education access and quality are still persistent.
According to UNESCO (2023), 244 million children and youth were
out of school globally in 2022, and many who attend school are not
achieving basic literacy and numeracy. Addressing these challenges
requires innovative, inclusive, and far-reaching solutions—social media
being one of them.
Rationale for Choosing SDG 4
Education is the foundation of sustainable development. Without
accessible and quality education, individuals are less likely to escape
poverty, participate in civic life, or address issues such as climate
change, gender inequality, and economic disparity. I selected SDG 4
because it not only shapes individual futures but also drives progress
across all other SDGs. Furthermore, the use of digital tools, particularly
social media, is reshaping the way people learn and access educational
resources, making this topic both timely and impactful.
Relevant Social Media Platforms and Campaigns
A variety of platforms have been instrumental in supporting SDG 4:
Instagram and TikTok are used by influencers and educators to
create short, engaging educational content.
Facebook is often used for organizing virtual learning
communities and events.
X (formerly Twitter) is used by NGOs, educators, and global
organizations for advocacy and policy dialogue.
YouTube serves as a global classroom, offering free, high-quality
educational content.
Semester 1 2025 (825161) - DUE 29 May 2025; 100%
TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and
explanations.
Section A: Role of Social Media in Achieving the Sustainable
Development Goals
Introduction
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United
Nations Member States in 2015, lays out 17 Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs) aimed at eradicating poverty, protecting the planet, and
ensuring prosperity for all (UNDP, 2017). Among these, SDG 4:
Quality Education is a fundamental pillar for achieving social
inclusion, reducing inequality, and promoting lifelong learning
opportunities for all. In the digital era, social media has emerged as a
powerful tool in raising awareness, mobilizing communities, and
promoting educational initiatives globally. This paper explores the role
of social media in achieving SDG 4, including successful campaigns,
platform use, and the broader implications for global and local change.
Background: SDG 4 - Quality Education
Goal 4 of the SDGs is to "ensure inclusive and equitable quality
education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all" (United
Nations, 2015). It includes 10 targets and 11 indicators, ranging from
universal primary and secondary education to equal access to affordable
technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university. It also
emphasizes gender equality, literacy and numeracy, and education for
sustainable development and global citizenship.
, Global disparities in education access and quality are still persistent.
According to UNESCO (2023), 244 million children and youth were
out of school globally in 2022, and many who attend school are not
achieving basic literacy and numeracy. Addressing these challenges
requires innovative, inclusive, and far-reaching solutions—social media
being one of them.
Rationale for Choosing SDG 4
Education is the foundation of sustainable development. Without
accessible and quality education, individuals are less likely to escape
poverty, participate in civic life, or address issues such as climate
change, gender inequality, and economic disparity. I selected SDG 4
because it not only shapes individual futures but also drives progress
across all other SDGs. Furthermore, the use of digital tools, particularly
social media, is reshaping the way people learn and access educational
resources, making this topic both timely and impactful.
Relevant Social Media Platforms and Campaigns
A variety of platforms have been instrumental in supporting SDG 4:
Instagram and TikTok are used by influencers and educators to
create short, engaging educational content.
Facebook is often used for organizing virtual learning
communities and events.
X (formerly Twitter) is used by NGOs, educators, and global
organizations for advocacy and policy dialogue.
YouTube serves as a global classroom, offering free, high-quality
educational content.
