The Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev) asked organizations to apply for or renew membership in the Stakeholders’ Chamber on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to accelerate the country’s progress toward the 2030 Agenda.
The chamber serves as the first institutionalized multi-stakeholder mechanism for sustainable development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.
DEPDev, which acts as the chair and secretariat of the Subcommittee on SDGs under the Development Budget Coordination Committee, opened the application window on Jan. 13. Interested parties have until March 13, 2026, to submit their requirements for a term running from July 2026 to June 2029.
“Attaining the goals of the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development requires not only whole-of-government but also a whole-of-nation approach,” DEPDev policy and planning group Undersecretary and SC-SDG chair Rosemarie Edillon said.
Edillon said the 17 Goals demand a framework where the public, private and civil sectors work alongside development partners. Through the chamber, the government aims to strengthen collaboration and foster shared accountability to ensure no one is left behind.
Since its inception in 2022, the body has coordinated with the government on advocacy and outreach activities aligned with the corporate social responsibility and sustainability programs of its members.
The chamber offers participants strategic influence on policy, networking opportunities, and increased visibility for their development initiatives.
“The 2030 Agenda is a shared responsibility. We invite organizations to join the Stakeholders’ Chamber to harmonize our resources and innovations, ensuring that our path toward sustainable development is collective, inclusive, and accelerated,” Edillon said.
The department is seeking applications from a broad range of sectors including academia, business, trade unions, media and social enterprises. While the announcement did not specify funding requirements, the chamber aims to align resources to meet the 2030 targets.
Organizations interested in the application process can visit the official DEPDev website or contact the secretariat via email.
