Sustainable Development Goals - Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Find out more about Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all on the United Nations SDG site.

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