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 and grow.

World leaders have promised to reach these goals by 2015, but we all have to work together to make sure they are met. Learn more about the goals and discover ways you can take action to help.

Visit the United Nations Millennium Development Goals site

The Millennium Development Goals focus on four major issues:

More than 70 percent of the world's people have never used a telephone.