Articles

Sustainable Development Goals and Family Well- Being: Implications for Home Economics

Ezema, P.N.
Department of Home Economics, Hospitality Management & Tourism, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
Published: August 31, 2024 Issue: Vol. 24 No. 2 (2017)

Abstract

This paper reviews concept of family well-being and issues relating to
that such as health, relationships, security, housing, among others. It
also discusses the threats to family well-being including, poverty,
unemployment, food insecurity, diseases, environmental issues, etc. it
further relates the threats to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The paper, addition, examines various implications of the SDGs for
Home Economics. Such implications focus on research, curriculum and
innovations, gender mainstreaming, teacher preparation, professional
associations and mentorship.

Keywords: SDGs Family Well-being Home Economics Threats