Kevin Watkins outlines his vision for converting the principle of 'leave no one behind' into measurable targets. He argues that, by introducing a series of 'stepping stone' benchmarks, the world can set ambitious goals on equity by 2030.
Should our concern be with inequality, per se, or rather the situation of the most deprived? Which inequalities are most pressing? Do we need a goal on inequality, or should it be incorporated as a ‘cross cutting’ issue? Which individuals or groups should we be most concerned about? In the light of the HLP’s forthcoming report, we invite our panellists to reflect upon its recommendations and give their own insights on the questions above.