Meet our exceptional guest, Rachel Svetanoff, my friend who's making waves in the sphere of social entrepreneurship and activism. Rachel's work predominantly revolves around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and she brings a unique fresh perspective to these critical objectives aimed at nurturing people, planet, and wildlife. This episode promises to enlighten you on the vast scope of the SDGs, their inherent challenges, and the promising solutions on the horizon. Guided by Rachel's insights, we traverse through a complex landscape, exploring the progress made towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, now at its halfway point. We also discuss the upcoming SDG Summit, and the challenges presented by climate disasters, conflict, global economic downturn, and lingering COVID-19 effects. As we journey further, we delve into the transformative potential of AI and technology in achieving these goals, and their profound implications on the future. The role of social media in rallying collective action, particularly among the youth, is also a poignant topic of discussion. Wrapping up, Rachel and I reflect on the power of individual action, the significance of role models, and the potential of our voices to effect substantial global change. This episode is sure to leave you with a sense of empowerment and a clearer understanding of how your actions can contribute to these global goals. Check out the shownotes to learn more! __________________ Support the Podcast Click here to send in a one time or monthly donation Join the Podcast Mailing list: https://www.globalhealthpursuit.com/mailing-list Make sure to follow Hetal on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook! Email her at [email protected]. Thank you so much. We deeply appreciate you.