At the heart of academic publishing is a commitment to accelerating the creation and dissemination of trusted knowledge. By enabling its production, distribution, and application, publishers are essential to advancing the SDGs and fostering global sustainable development. 

STM members advance SDG 4, particularly Target 4.7—Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship. 

By adopting and championing ethical and inclusive practices, academic publishers actively promote equity and inclusion, ensuring the diversity of the global research community is reflected in scholarly publishing and beyond. 

STM members support SDG 10, particularly Target 10.2—empowering and promoting the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or socioeconomic status. 

Developing communities and fostering partnerships is a core strength of academic publishing. Publishers connect researchers, educators, and institutions to advance trusted knowledge and collaborative solutions. 

STM members contribute to SDG 17, particularly Target 17.16—enhancing global partnerships through shared knowledge, expertise, technology, and financial resources, especially in low- and middle-income countries.