Recent open-access books on SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

In a world striving for sustainable development, the role of knowledge dissemination cannot be overstated. SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals – is crucial for advancing inclusive and sustainable development, contributing to a better future for all. To support this mission, we are proud to showcase a curated list of recently published open-access books that align with SDG 17 themes. These books are freely accessible to readers worldwide, helping advance research, share innovative ideas and drive meaningful change.

As a publisher committed to open access, we believe in breaking down barriers to knowledge accessibility and empowering authors to share their research with a global audience. If you are an author or researcher with innovative ideas that align with SDG 17 – or any of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals – this is your opportunity to make a difference. We are actively seeking book proposals for open-access publications that inspire change and contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future.

Here are some of the latest open-access books that explore diverse aspects of SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

A God Who Cares? : Reformed Perspectives on God’s Providence amid the Shift from the Holocene to the “Anthropocene”
Authored by Ernst M. Conradie
This book rethinks Reformed convictions around God’s providence amid the Anthropocene.

Collaborative community partnerships across education settings
Edited by Luiza O de Sousa and Mariëtte P Koen
This book explores how participatory collaborative collaborations between practitioners, parents/guardians and teachers can provide children, adolescents, and pre-service and in-service teachers with opportunities to become active collaborators in making a positive contribution to learning environments and a more sustainable world through participatory approaches.

Diverse educational contexts and research on metacognition and motivation to enhance self-directed learning
Edited by Bernadette Geduld, Byron J Bunt and Divan Jagals
This book is a contribution to self-directed learning and metacognition in diverse educational contexts.

Envisioning a promising Africa from diverse perspectives
Edited by Cheryl Potgieter, Vimbai Chibango, Lifutso Tsephe and Imraan Buccus
Insights on how Africa and its diaspora can collectively work together to realise its aspirations.

Evaluation as a mechanism to foster an equitable society in the Global South
Edited by Steven Masvaure, Takunda J Chirau, Tebogo Fish, Samukelisiwe Mkhize and Candice Morkel
Through improved evaluation processes, these insights will help address inequality and promote a more equitable society in Africa.

Public administration, democracy and peacebuilding in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Authored by Jean Chrysostome K Kiyala
This work makes a cutting-edge contribution to the global discourse on peace, democracy and good governance and is a vital resource, firstly for scholars and also policymakers engaged in African studies, conflict resolution and public administration.

These books demonstrate the power of open-access publishing in driving progress toward SDG 17. By making these works freely available, we are not only amplifying the voices of researchers but also ensuring that their insights reach researchers, policymakers, practitioners and communities who can turn ideas into action.

If you are passionate about contributing to the global dialogue on sustainable development, we invite you to submit your book proposal today and join a growing movement that prioritises accessibility, impact and innovation. Together, we can create a world where knowledge knows no boundaries and sustainable development becomes a reality for all.

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