The evolution of thinking on peacebuilding in DFID, and the context of the Sustainable Development Goals. The evolution of thinking on peacebuilding in DFID, and the context of the Sustainable Development Goals. Building on Goals 1-15 – on ending poverty, building strong economies and infrastructures, promoting access to health, resources and work, inclusivity, combating climate change, protecting ecosystems - Goal 16 aims to “Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.”