# OSDG 2.0: a multilingual tool for classifying text data by UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2211.11252 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2211.11252/

## Key facts

- Cited by 2 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 21 Nov 2022.

## Built on by (most cited first, 2 of 2)

- [Using novel data and ensemble models to improve automated labeling of Sustainable Development Goals](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2301.11353/) (2023)
- [ITL: Interpretable Document Alignment with Structured Reference Frameworks](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2608.27031/) (2026)

## Abstract (arXiv)

Despite concrete indicators and targets, monitoring the progress of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains a challenge, given the many different actors, initiatives, and institutions involved. OSDG, an open-source classification tool aims to help navigate the SDG related ambiguities through a simple and easy to use application. The tool allows to map and connect activities to the SDGs by identifying SDG -relevant content in any text. This paper presents OSDG 2.0, a new iteration of the partnership's work, which marks a significant improvement in the tool's methodology, as well as support for content in 15 languages.