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4 things you should know about the SDG Pavilion at COP29
Showing how climate action and sustainable development support one another is critical to achieving the shared ambitions of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Since 2018, the SDG Pavilion organized by UN DESA at the annual UN Climate Change Conference (COP) has grown into a premiere showcase for these connections. Here are four things to know about this year’s SDG Pavilion:
3 things to know about the state of gender equality across the SDGs in 2024
Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2024, the sixth joint publication by UN DESA and UN Women, was launched during the Summit of the Future week. The report reveals that none of the SDG 5 indicators have been met to date, while it examines progress on gender equality across all the 17 SDGs. Here are three things you should know about the latest global progress towards gender equality.
4 things to know about the latest global population trends
The global demographic landscape has evolved greatly, driven in large part by rapid fertility declines in some of the world’s most populous countries. Understanding how population trends are unfolding is critical for achieving a more inclusive, prosperous and sustainable future. Here are four things you should know about the latest global population trends:
3 things you need to know about SDG progress in 2024
The world is in great upheaval. The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 finds that only 17 per cent of the SDG targets are on track. Lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, escalating conflicts and growing climate chaos have severely hindered progress. With the clock still ticking, here are 3 things you need to know about how the global community can turn things around to fulfil the promise of the SDGs.
4 things you should know about rethinking disability inclusion
The world is currently experiencing several crises, and the upcoming United Nations conference on persons with disabilities is focused on rethinking how we can better include persons with disabilities to build a more resilient and equitable future. With over 1.3 billion persons with disabilities worldwide, this conference is of great importance to advance and protect their rights. Here are four things you should know about rethinking disability inclusion:
4 opportunities for science, technology and innovation in Small Island Developing States
The challenges of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are well-known: their relatively small size, undiversified economies, distance from large markets and trade routes, as well as extreme vulnerability to external shocks. In the world of science, technology and innovation (STI), SIDS also face a number of obstacles. But these vulnerabilities have a flip side. Here are four STI-related challenges that can become opportunities for SIDS.
3 things you need to know about this year’s UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
The UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) is one of three UN bodies addressing Indigenous Peoples' issues, focusing on economic and social development, culture, education, environment, health, and human rights. It also works to ensure that the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is implemented and respected worldwide. Ahead of the Forum on 15-26 April, learn 3 things unique to this year’s session:
5 things you need to know about the Committee for Development Policy
The Committee for Development Policy (CDP) will hold its annual meeting at UN Headquarters in New York on 4-8 March. Its 24 members bring a wealth of perspectives on development issues from their work in academia and other organizations across the world. Here are five things to know about the Committee’s efforts to make a difference for development around the globe:
3 ways to foster societies where everyone is included
In today’s globalized world, it is crucial to promote social justice alongside digital transformation to create more inclusive and equitable societies. Both social justice and digital transformation can improve access to essential services for vulnerable communities, creating opportunities which include everyone. Here are three things you should know:
5 things you should know about the future of work
The world of work is currently undergoing significant changes due to emerging technologies, globalization, and other factors. These changes have the potential to reshape job markets and livelihoods for billions of people. While they present exciting opportunities for enhanced productivity and innovation, they also pose challenges for workers and policymakers alike. To promote a future of decent work for everyone, here are five key things you should know: