More from UN DESA - June 2023

Raising our voices against gender-based violence in older age

Observed on 15 June, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was officially recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011. WEAAD represents the one day in the year when the world raises its voice in opposition to elder abuse and enhances the recognition of the dignity of older persons and their right to live their lives free from fear and violence.

Celebrating 20 years of public service innovation for sustainable development and inclusion

For two decades, the United Nations Public Service Awards Programme (UNPSA) has celebrated excellence in public service by recognizing the creative achievements and contributions of public institutions to address the social, economic and environmental needs of society. The annual Awards programme which began in 2003 serves as a prominent platform for highlighting global innovations and best practices in public administration and governance.

Supporting small businesses to achieve inclusive growth for all

Micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) represent around 90 per cent of global businesses, over 60 per cent of employment and half of the gross domestic product (GDP) worldwide. As such, and in recognition of MSMEs’ contribution to inclusive growth, employment creation, poverty eradication and the empowerment of women, youth and groups in vulnerable situations, the United Nations General Assembly designated 27 June as Micro-, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day.

Unlocking sustainable development financing through Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs)

As countries worldwide work towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, financing becomes increasingly vital. In 2015, UN Member States adopted the Addis Ababa Action Agenda and agreed to use Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs) to support nationally owned sustainable development strategies.

Next Global Policy Dialogues aim to turbocharge SDGs under review at HLPF

From the climate crisis to global conflicts to the lingering socioeconomic effects of the pandemic, it is clear that the world is facing major challenges that are setting back hard-earned development progress. It is also clear that we need a revitalization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to get us on the best path forward.