The occurrence of global complex crises greatly impacted the progress in achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in creating more resilient, peaceful, and equitable societies. At the center of these crises and stalled progress are various communities and populations confronting the consequences at present and will impact the future. This course invites students to examine these issues by addressing three key questions: (1) What are the crises we face now? (2) How can a people-centered approach address these crises and challenges? and (3) What are the ways to achieve the SDGs given the current challenges, and where do we stand in achieving these goals by 2030? This course is designed to guide the students in answering these questions through combined lectures, workshops, and presentations. Students are expected to discuss the current crises and issues comprehensively in class and submit a final written report detailing their impact on our lives and the actions taken towards achieving the SDGs.