Millennium Development Goals

The Millennium Development Goals are a promise to the world that a better future is possible for everyone. These goals empower millions of people with the opportunity to learn, grow and break out of poverty.

World leaders have promised to meet these goals by 2015, but it’s up to everyone to work together to ensure the goals are met. Learn more about the goals and discover ways you can take action to help.

The Millennium Development Goals focus on four major issues:

1.6 billion people live without electricity.