Call for Papers: Special Issue

"The 2030 Agenda and Global Governance Transformation"

Submission Deadline: October 31, 2026

Global Governance & Sustainable Development (GGSD) is pleased to announce a call for papers for our inaugural special issue, which will examine the progress, challenges, and transformative potential of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

As we approach the midpoint of the 2030 Agenda, it is critical to assess how global governance systems are adapting to address the interconnected challenges of climate change, inequality, pandemics, and geopolitical tensions.

Thematic Areas

• Progress and gaps in SDG implementation at global, regional, and national levels
• Transformative governance models for sustainable development
• Multi-stakeholder partnerships and the 2030 Agenda
• Climate governance and just transition pathways
• Digital transformation and sustainable development governance
• Global health governance and pandemic preparedness
• Financing the 2030 Agenda: innovative mechanisms and challenges

For inquiries about the special issue, please contact:

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