FAQ – SDPPs

1. What are SDPPs?

Sustainable Development Pathways Projects (SDPPs) are mission-driven development projects designed to help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at global, continental, sub-regional, national, and community levels. SDPPs are implemented by Globalgood-accredited Missions and are aligned with economic justice principles, including the replacement of fiat currency with asset-backed Domestic Natural Money (DNM).

2. Who can implement an SDPP?

Only accredited Globalgood Missions may implement SDPPs. These can be existing:

• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• Faith-based organizations
• Nonprofits or charitable foundations
• Social enterprises with a public benefit mandate

All applicants must undergo formal Globalgood Mission accreditation and agree to comply with SDPP legal, ethical, and economic justice standards.

3. How do SDPPs differ from traditional development projects?

Unlike traditional projects, SDPPs:

• Explicitly link development to monetary justice and currency reform
• Operate within a framework that transitions from fiat-based economics to asset-backed, credit-based C2C systems
• Are measured in ℧ (Universal Receivables Units) and funded in DNM post-transition
• Are integrated into the broader legal architecture of the Proposed Treaty of Nairobi

4. What is the role of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

All SDPPs are mapped to at least one of the 17 UN SDGs, such as ending poverty, ensuring clean water, and promoting sustainable energy. However, SDPPs also recognize that the fiat currency system has structurally undermined SDG progress, and therefore, monetary reform is central to achieving these goals.

5. Can SDPPs receive funding before the global transition to DNM?

Yes. In the Pre-Transition Phase, SDPPs can receive fiat-based funding from:

• Philanthropic foundations
• Bilateral and multilateral donors
• Corporate sponsors
• Community fundraising and crowdfunding platforms

Once the transition occurs, all funds will be administered in asset-backed DNM, with fair value anchored in ℧.

6. What is the Universal Receivables Unit (℧)?

The Universal Receivables Unit (℧) is the standard unit of account under the Credit-to-Credit (C2C) Monetary System. It is not a currency, but a measure of value—specifically defined as 1.69 grams of gold. All DNM must be measured against the ℧ to ensure it holds real, non-deceptive value. Only Central Banks determine and publish the DNM-to-℧ ratio for their jurisdiction.

7. What is Domestic Natural Money (DNM)?

Domestic Natural Money (DNM) is the asset-backed national currency issued by a country’s central bank after the retirement of the fiat system. Unlike fiat currency, DNM:

• Is measured in ℧
• Is backed by real, auditable assets (e.g., gold, commodities, energy reserves)
• Cannot be loaned into existence via debt
• Reflects true, fair value for value exchange

8. How does the Proposed Treaty of Nairobi relate to SDPPs?

The Proposed Treaty of Nairobi is the international legal framework enabling the transition from the fiat system to the Credit-to-Credit monetary system. It:

• Mandates ℧-based accounting
• Establishes the Global Uru Authority (GUA) for regulatory oversight
• Provides mechanisms like the Making Whole Program to retire fiat-era debts
• Legally protects asset-backed economies and human rights

SDPPs are operational arms of this Treaty at the project level.

9. How is the value of DNM determined in my country?

The Central Bank of each participating nation is responsible for:

• Defining its Domestic Natural Money (e.g., Ghana Ura, Indonesia Rupiah-DNM)
• Setting its DNM-to-℧ ratio publicly (e.g., 1.00 USD-DNM = ℧0.01)
• Ensuring each unit is backed by tangible reserves
• Publishing data and audit results to maintain public confidence

This ensures no devaluation, inflationary abuse, or stealth taxation can occur.

10. Can I still fundraise or operate an SDPP in fiat currency?

Yes, but only in the pre-transition phase. All SDPPs must be ready to:

• Operate within existing fiat-based regulations
• Submit dual-reports in both fiat and ℧ once transition begins
• Prepare to fully migrate to DNM accounting and ℧-based measurement post-transition

11. Will donors continue to give once fiat is retired?

Yes—and likely in greater volume. Under DNM:

• Purchasing power is preserved, correcting the fiat-era theft of value
• Donor confidence increases, since their contributions are no longer devalued
• New donors enter the space, especially from asset-backed finance sectors

The expected upward correction in labor wages and social income globally—especially in underdeveloped regions like Africa—will expand the pool of individual contributors.

12. What are some examples of SDPPs?

Examples include:

• Global SDPPs: Projects operating in extraterritorial zones like UN refugee zones or Antarctica
• Continental SDPPs: Renewable energy corridor projects in the African Union
• Sub-Regional SDPPs: Food sovereignty programs in ECOWAS or Mekong Delta
• National SDPPs: National clean water campaigns or monetary education projects
• Community SDPPs: Faith-based or NGO-led local clinics, farms, or eco-schools

13. Is there an application process to start an SDPP?

Yes. All prospective implementers must:

• Apply to become a Globalgood Mission
• Undergo legal, financial, and ethical due diligence
• Commit to transitioning to C2C compliance and use of DNM/℧-based reporting
• Submit project proposals that clearly link to at least one UN SDG

14. What legal obligations must SDPPs meet?

Pre-transition: Compliance with all relevant national laws, donor regulations, and financial transparency guidelines.
Post-transition: Full alignment with:

• The Treaty of Nairobi
• ℧-measured accounting standards
• Global Uru Authority regulations
• Contractual and human rights protections for beneficiaries

15. How is project success measured in the C2C system?

Project outcomes are measured using a new standard:

• All economic activities are reported in ℧
• MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning) is tied to asset-based value metrics
• Project audits are verified by Treaty-accredited auditors

This prevents false inflation, speculative growth, or metrics based on devaluing currency units.

16. How can I contribute to an SDPP?

You can:

• Donate in fiat (pre-transition) or DNM (post-transition)
• Become a Mission Partner
• Provide in-kind contributions or technical expertise
• Share your story or serve as a community advocate

Visit the “How to Get Involved” section on the SDPP Homepage to take action.

17. Are SDPPs compatible with religious or faith-based values?

Absolutely. Many faith-based organizations are key partners in the SDPP network. The C2C system, by design, aligns with moral principles of just weights and measures, stewardship, and the ethical condemnation of debt-based oppression.

18. How is SDPP different from traditional UN development programs?

Traditional programs operate within the constraints of a fiat system that:

• Inflates away development gains
• Undervalues human labor
• Rewards proximity to currency issuance rather than ethical merit

SDPPs break this cycle by linking every development dollar (or DNM unit) to real, measurable value, guaranteeing economic justice alongside social impact.

19. What happens if a project violates the rules?

Projects that violate compliance guidelines may face:

• Revocation of Mission status
• Blacklisting from GUA-approved funding
• Legal action under Treaty of Nairobi jurisdiction
• Community censure and loss of credibility

Accountability and enforcement are central to Treaty-based operations.

20. How do I get support or ask further questions?

Please contact the Sustainable Development Pathways Program Secretariat or your relevant Regional Globalgood Mission Office for:

• Accreditation inquiries
• Project design support
• Legal guidance
• ℧ conversion rates or compliance questions

Visit the Contact and Support section of the SDPP Homepage.