With just five years to go until 2030, the world is off track on most SDG targets. But local and regional governments are stepping up—driving innovation, protecting services, and bringing global goals closer to communities.

VLRs and VSRs are leading this shift. Over 370 VLRs and 45 VSRs show that reporting isn’t the end—it’s the starting point for real change.

As the movement evolves, it's time to raise the bar: looking beyond reporting to long-term impact and transformation.

Held just before the 2025 High-Level Political Forum, the fourth edition of VLR-VSR Days will spotlight three key themes shaping the way forward: