ICSDP’s Five Core Programs


The ICSDP’s five core programs position the Commission as a global catalyst for transforming sustainable development efforts, addressing gaps, driving innovation, and ensuring lasting, measurable progress. These include:

Global Sustainability Assessment Program: This program focuses on reinventing the SDGs through comprehensive assessments, with an emphasis on ensuring scientific rigor, political neutrality, and practical applicability. It includes activities such as:

  • Regular evaluation of the progress of global and regional sustainability.

  • A review and redesign of existing SDG targets and indicators for clarity and effectiveness.

  • Development of evidence-based, science-driven alternative frameworks and strategies to address identified gaps.

  • Integration of cross-disciplinary expertise in developing robust sustainability policies.

Policy Innovation Program: The Policy Innovation & Advocacy Program focuses on driving the adoption of sustainable, scientifically supported policies at national, regional, and global levels. This program includes:

  • Stakeholder Engagement to engage policymakers, businesses, and civil society in sustainable practices.

  • Development of policy recommendations based on ICSDP’s independent assessments, designed to guide political

    leaders and international bodies.

  • Advocacy initiatives aimed at promoting the adoption of evidence-driven policies for sustainable development.

  • Ongoing dialogues through forums, think tanks, and regional consultations that drive collective action.

Sustainable Development Intelligence Program (AKILI): Building on the AKILI Intelligence framework, this program would focus on producing actionable insights and recommendations using data and intelligence for sustainable development decision-making. It includes:

  • Data Analytics & Research on global sustainability performance, tracking trends and identifying key areas for intervention.

  • Developing field assessments to gather on-the-ground data from regions implementing sustainable projects.

  • The AKILI Lecture Series and publications to disseminate research findings and foster dialogue.

  • Producing annual benchmark reports, i.e. The Sustainable Development Intelligence Report (SDI Report), on global and regional sustainability progress.

  • Offering Executive Leadership Programs for policy makers and corporate leaders to integrate sustainable practices.

Sustainability Leadership Development Program: Aimed at building leadership in the field of sustainable development, this program would focus on developing human capital and fostering leadership that drives sustainability. Key activities include:

  • Executive, Leadership Development and Certification Programs designed to prepare the next generation of sustainability

    leaders across sectors.

  • Training and Workshops for policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society on sustainable development principles and practices.

  • Talent and Capacity Development for national and regional institutions to improve local implementation of SDGs and sustainable policies.

  • Establishment of partnerships with educational institutions and think tanks to offer specialized training programs.

Global Collaboration & Action Program: This program focuses on enhancing global cooperation and multilateral efforts for sustainability. It would facilitate cross-border collaboration and enable the sharing of best practices and lessons learned. Key components include:

  • Organizing international summits and conferences to foster collaboration between governments, international organizations, businesses, and civil society.

  • Development of regional coalitions for sharing knowledge, resources, and innovations that help accelerate SDG implementation.

  • Cross-sector partnerships between public and private sectors to create sustainable, scalable solutions.

  • Mobilization of financial resources for SDG implementation through advocacy, partnerships, and targeted funding initiatives.