Sustainable Development Goals

The International Trade Council is committed to advancing global efforts under the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, ensuring that our work contributes to building a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable global economy.

Our initiatives and programs, such as our advanced single-source of truth for international trade (ADAMftd) platform, align with specific Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), helping to address critical challenges such as economic inequality, climate change, and access to education.

Primary Goals

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

By fostering international trade and promoting foreign direct investment, the ITC creates jobs, enhances productivity, and stimulates economic growth in developing and developed nations alike.

Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

Through our business incubation programs, trade missions, and digital solutions like ADAMftd, we contribute to the development of resilient infrastructure, the promotion of inclusive industrialization, and the fostering of innovation globally.

Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Collaboration is at the heart of the ITC’s mission. We build partnerships across borders, bringing together businesses, governments, and international organizations to promote sustainable development and global cooperation.

Secondary Goals

Goal 5: Gender Equality

The ITC promotes gender equality by ensuring that women-owned businesses are represented in our trade missions, networks, and educational programs, providing equal opportunities for women entrepreneurs to succeed in global markets.

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

We advocate for sustainable business practices by encouraging companies to adopt environmentally responsible production methods, ensuring long-term sustainability and reducing environmental impacts.

Goal 13: Climate Action

Through our support for sustainable trade practices and our collaboration with green industries, the ITC is committed to promoting climate action, ensuring that economic growth is achieved without compromising the health of our planet.

Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

By promoting transparency, ethical business practices, and good governance in international trade, the ITC helps build stronger institutions and fosters peaceful, inclusive societies for sustainable development.

Goal 4: Quality Education

The ITC’s commitment to offering free learning resources through the International Trade Academy helps businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals enhance their knowledge and skills, contributing to global education and workforce development.

The International Trade Council is a global, peak-body, chamber of commerce that supports businesses and governments by providing resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities to promote international trade and foreign direct investment. It serves as a platform for organizations to collaborate, share knowledge, and navigate the complexities of global markets.