Project

State-of-Affairs Report on Sustainable Development Goals for Qatar

Assessing digital transformation's role in achieving SDGs, this report offers insights and recommendations to enhance sustainable development.

Date Published
10 Nov 2023
Expected Start Date
11 Dec 2023
Expected End Date
01 Mar 2025
Project Type
Research
Project Status
Completed

The aim of the Report is to assess the current landscape of digital transformation initiatives in the context of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT)'s mandate, initiatives, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The report will analyse the progress made by various sectors and regions in integrating digital technologies to achieve sustainable development objectives.


By providing a state-of-affairs analysis, the report seeks to offer valuable insights and recommendations to MCIT. Ultimately, the goal is to foster a deeper understanding of how digital transformation can be harnessed effectively to promote sustainable development, drive innovation, and create positive societal and environmental impact.

Activities

PHASE 1: Research & Data Collection               

  • A1.1 Organize and conduct kick-off meeting.

  • A1.2 Conduct review of reporting requirements with respect to MCITs internal and external reporting requirements (e.g. Ministry of Planning & Statistics (PSA) and UN SDG dashboards and voluntary reporting) as well as potential data required.

  • A1.3 Data collection, with input from MCIT and PSA.

PHASE 2: Report Compilation            

  • A2.1 Develop the first draft of the SDG State-of-Affairs Report (high-level 10-15 pages).

  • A2.2 Updated first draft based on input from MCIT.

  • A2.3 Present findings and recommendations (incl. executive level meeting and PowerPoint presentation).

Outputs

D1. SDG State-of-Affairs Draft Report.

D2. SDG State-of-Affairs Report.

D3. Presentation of Report and Recommendations.

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