How Can Supervisory Authorities Contribute to Meeting the UN SDGs

Year Published

2019

Contributing Organizations

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

Toronto Centre

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate Policy & Policy Engagement

Topic 2

Risk Management

Target Audience

All

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This resource explores how financial supervisory authorities can support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on climate change, financial inclusion, and gender equality. It offers practical guidance on aligning supervision with national development goals.

Why This Matters

Supervisory authorities have growing opportunities to address development goals. Integrating SDG priorities into supervision can strengthen financial systems while advancing inclusive and sustainable development.

Key Insights

Describes how financial stability can be enhanced by addressing climate, inclusion, and gender-related risks
Recommends supervisory actions such as climate risk disclosure (TCFD), inclusive financial regulation, and gender-diverse leadership
Highlights tools like simplified KYC, digital finance, and gender-sensitive governance practices
Suggests aligning mandates and international standards to enable broader supervisory action on SDGs

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