Building an Ecosystem of Innovative SDG-Led Solutions: Brazilian Civil Society Organizations Driving the 2030 Agenda Implementation

This chapter focus on the Brazilian experiences of innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the roll of Civil Society Organizations (CSO). It highlights how grassroots initiatives in Brazil can serve as a model for similar contexts in the Global South. This chapter emphasizes the importance of recognizing the innovation and creativity of the Brazilian population in addressing society’s complex problems, and how these solutions can inspire disruptive models of sustainability. The study is divided into three main parts, discussing the theoretical-conceptual framework supporting innovation for the SDGs, debating on Brazilian CSO engagement in innovative SDG-led solutions, assessing structurant elements of these solutions and looking to the future of the 2030 Agenda. Overall, this communication provides valuable insights into Brazilian experiences of innovation for the SDGs, highlighting the significance of alliances with civil society and SDG-led solutions in achieving sustainable development