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In September 2018, the United Nations launched the <\/span>SDG Media Compact<\/b>, an initiative marking a new drive to advance awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals<\/a>, (SDGs). The SDG Media Compact began with 31 founding media and entertainment companies and has grown into a powerful alliance of almost 400 members around the world, spanning 160 countries on five continents, with a combined audience of about 2 billion people worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n The SDG Media Compact seeks to inspire news and entertainment organizations to leverage their resources and talent to amplify and accelerate progress towards achieving the Goals<\/span><\/p>\n The Compact provides a gateway to the UN for industry leaders and innovators interested in deepening their commitment to supporting the achievement of the SDGs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Table of Contents<\/strong><\/p>\n In Focus<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Latest News<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Join Us<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Member List<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Resources<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> From large broadcasters, entertainment companies and established print media, to news agencies, radio stations and digital publishers, the SDG Media Compact has become a powerful driver for advocacy and action on the SDGs.<\/span><\/p>\n SDG Media Compact members receive regular opportunities for engagement with <\/span>UN experts on key issues relating to the SDGs as well as regular updates, relevant content and insights on UN priorities issues.<\/span><\/p>\n Members of the SDG Media Compact remain independent and free to define for themselves how to take action under the Compact, with guidance and expertise from the UN on thematic and substantive issues, when needed.\u00a0 While the Compact does not prescribe any specific action from participants, members are expected to commit to engaging on the SDGs by leveraging their creative talent and resources to develop content focussed on SDG related issues and\/or scaling up their sustainability practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Secuoya Studios<\/strong> will be honoured with the MIP SDG Award<\/strong>, presented in association with the United Nations, for its pioneering sustainable production programme that integrates measurable environmental practices across its projects.<\/p>\n The award, announced ahead of MIPCOM CANNES 2025<\/strong>, celebrates the studio\u2019s dedication to reducing the environmental impact of production and embedding sustainability into every stage of content creation. From implementing the Greenbook<\/em> Sustainable Filming Protocol to introducing an Eco Manager role on all productions, Secuoya Studios is setting a new standard for responsible storytelling in the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n Read more about the MIP SDG Award and Secuoya Studios\u2019 sustainability journey here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div> Nanette Braun, Former Chief of Communications Campaigns at the United Nations, spoke to Dr Alexandra Borchardt, Lead Author of EBU News Report 2023: Climate Journalism That Works – Between Knowledge and Impact<\/em>, in an interview published by the European Broadcasting Union \u2013 an alliance of public service media.<\/p>\n In the interview, Ms. Braun discussed the role of media in combating climate change, stressing that showcasing solutions keeps people engaged. \u201cWe want to hook people on hope, not on fear,\u201d she says. \u201cWe want to provide them with the understanding that everybody can contribute.\u201d<\/p>\n Read the entire interview here<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div> The \u201cPromise of 1.5\u00b0C<\/a><\/span>\u201d is an initiative by member organizations of the\u00a0SDG Media Compact<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u2013 a global network of media companies that signed on to promote the SDGs. \u201cJapan, as a major greenhouse gas emitter \u2013 but also as a great innovator in sustainability, green technologies and energy efficiency \u2013 can lead the way,\u201d said\u00a0Melissa Fleming<\/span><\/a>, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications. \u201cI look forward to seeing this campaign mobilize action across Japan and inspire others to follow suit.\u201d<\/p>\nIN FOCUS<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
What our members are saying about the SDG Media Compact<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>
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Secuoya Studios to be Honoured with MIP SDG Award, Presented in Association with The United Nations<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/div>
Interview with the European Broadcasting Union<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>
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