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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T130000
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SUMMARY:Civil Society Action Forum: NGO Priorities\, Challenges\, and Contributions to the SDGs
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/civil-society-action-forum-ngo-priorities-challenges-and-contributions-to-the-sdgs/
LOCATION:Church Center for the UN\, 777 United Nations Plaza\, 2nd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10017-3521\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260624T085837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T120148Z
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SUMMARY:Humanity at the Center: Global Citizenship\, Ethical AI\, and the Water–Energy–Food Nexus for Transformative SDG Action
DESCRIPTION:Humanity at the Center: Global Citizenship\, Ethical AI\, and the Water–Energy–Food Nexus for Transformative SDG Action \nOrganized by the Republic of Korea and co-organized with UNDESA-OSD\, IVECA\, IEGI\, CoNGO\, and GNEC\, with engagement from Member States including Kyrgyzstan\, Senegal\, Malawi\, and Sierra Leone\, this side event to the High-Level Political Forum responds directly to the 2026 theme: “Transformative\, equitable\, innovative\, and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for a sustainable future for all” while modeling SDG 17 in practice: a multi-stakeholder partnership integrating education\, innovation ecosystems\, and integrated resource governance to support scalable SDG implementation across diverse national contexts. \nThrough digitally facilitated global exchange\, youth innovators from countries across Asia\, Africa\, and the Americas will present AI-enabled\, locally grounded solutions and private sector leaders will demonstrate deployment-ready innovations addressing water efficiency (SDG 6)\, clean energy adoption (SDG 7)\, and urban resilience (SDGs 9 and 11). Technical experts and government representatives will illustrate the tangible multiplier effect of nexus governance and ethical AI policy frameworks across sustainable development goals. \nEvent Details \nDate: July 10\, 2025 \nTime and Venue: \n\nPart 1 – 1:15 – 2:30 pm ET | Conference Room 3\, United Nations HQ\, New York\nPart 2 – 2:45 – 4:00 pm ET | Ban Ki-Moon Hall\, the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations\n\nProgram Brochure: Please navigate here for the program brochure. (Subject to updates) \nRegistration: Please register here by July 5. (Subject to seat availability)
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/humanity-at-the-center-global-citizenship-ethical-ai-and-the-water-energy-food-nexus-for-transformative-sdg-action/
LOCATION:United Nations Headquarters\, New York\, USA
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260706T204524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T204524Z
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SUMMARY:Making Finance Work: Turning Intersecting Challenges into Inclusive and Sustainable Outcomes for People and the Planet
DESCRIPTION:Making Finance Work: Turning Intersecting Challenges into Inclusive and Sustainable Outcomes for People and the Planet\nOrganized by the NGO Committee on Financing for Development \nAligned with the review of SDG 6 on water and sanitation\, SDG 7 on energy\, SDG 9 on industry\, innovation and infrastructure\, and SDG 17 on partnerships\, this event will examine how financial systems can be better targeted to support integrated outcomes across energy\, water\, productive \nsectors\, and inclusive economic participation. The discussion will examine how digital transformation\, including artificial intelligence\, digital public infrastructure\, and digital financial services\, can enhance domestic resource mobilization\, expand financial and digital inclusion\, and strengthen the efficiency\, transparency\, and responsiveness of public and financial systems. \n \n  \nEvent Details: \nDate: July 9\, 2026 \nTime: 8:30 – 10:00 am ET \nFormat: Virtual Event \nRegistration: Please register  here  to attend \nEvent Concept Note: Available here \nEvent Partners: Women First International Fund\, New Humanity International Association\, Man Up Campaign\, STUF United Fund\, Global Foundation for Democracy and Development\, Maryknoll Sisters\, The Inclusivity Project\, and Sikh Human Rights Group \n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/making-finance-work-turning-intersecting-challenges-into-inclusive-and-sustainable-outcomes-for-people-and-the-planet/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Member Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T212535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212535Z
UID:10002723-1783382400-1784159999@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:UN High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, please visit hlpf.un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/un-high-level-political-forum-on-sustainable-development/
LOCATION:United Nations Headquarters\, New York\, USA
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T212323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212323Z
UID:10002721-1783296000-1783727999@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)\, Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/world-summit-on-the-information-society-wsis-forum-2026/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T212426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212426Z
UID:10002722-1782691200-1782863999@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:7th Global Conference on Climate and SDG Synergies
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, please visit climate-sdgs-synergies@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/7th-global-conference-on-climate-and-sdg-synergies/
LOCATION:UN Conference Centre\, Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T212239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212239Z
UID:10002720-1780272000-1781308799@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:International Labour Conference\, 114th Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, please contact ilo@ilo.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/international-labour-conference-114th-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T212136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212136Z
UID:10002719-1779062400-1779580799@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:79th World Health Assembly
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, please visit these pages: About the World Health Assembly and WHO News
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/79th-world-health-assembly/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T211937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212004Z
UID:10002718-1778457600-1779494399@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:International Narcotics Control Board\, 146th Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, contact incb.secretariat@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/international-narcotics-control-board-146th-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260505T152636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T152821Z
UID:10002725-1778227200-1778241600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Languages and Technology in an Uncertain World: Threats and Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:**Call for Participation** \nThe Study Group on Language and the United Nations presents: \nLanguages and Technology in an Uncertain World:\nThreats and Possibilities\nA Virtual Symposium on 8 May 2026 \nTechnology has long shaped the work of language professionals. The rapid growth of AI‑driven language technologies\, in particular\, has brought new issues and challenges to the forefront. How are emerging language tools making the work of translators and interpreters more efficient? What new pressures or complexities do these innovations introduce? What existential implications do AI tools have for human interaction and communication? How might advances in artificial intelligence expand opportunities for equitable communication across languages\, and at the same time\, what challenges do they pose for the human dimensions of translation and interpreting? How might language technologies contribute to advancement and limitations of linguistic rights and human rights in general? Panelists will explore these and related issues. \nEvent Details\nThe symposium will take place virtually on 8 May 2026.\n08:00-12:00 – New York\n14:00-18:00 – Geneva\n15:00-19:00 – Nairobi\n19:00-23:00 – Bangkok \nInterpreting is expected to be provided in English\, French\, and Spanish.  A detailed programme is available here. \nRegistration\nThe symposium is open to United Nations staff members\, delegates of Member States and staff members of missions\, government officials of all levels\, university researchers and students\, NGO representatives\, members of civil society\, and others with an interest in multilingualism There is no cost to attend the symposium\, but preregistration is required. Register here as soon as possible\, but no later than 7 May. \nSymposium Sponsors\nThe symposium is hosted by the Study Group on Language and the United Nations in collaboration with the NGO Committee on Language and Languages\, a substantive committee of the Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO)\, the Esperantic Studies Foundation (ESF)\, and the Consortium for Language Policy and Planning (CLPP).
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/languages-and-technology-in-an-uncertain-world-threats-and-possibilities/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T211828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212555Z
UID:10002717-1777852800-1780099199@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Committee on the Rights of the Child\, 101st Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, contact ohchr-crc@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/committee-on-the-rights-of-the-child-101st-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20250303T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T151700Z
UID:10002633-1777075200-1777593599@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Fifteenth UN Crime Congress
DESCRIPTION:The Fifteenth Crime Congress will be held from 25 to 30 April 2026 in Abu Dhabi\, United Arab Emirates under the overall theme “Accelerating crime prevention\, criminal justice and the rule of law: protecting people and planet and achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the digital age”\, in line with the General Assembly resolution 78/223.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/fifteenth-un-crime-congress/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,IGO (Inter-Governmental) event,UN Events,UN Member State
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260423T212046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T214332Z
UID:10002724-1777021200-1777024800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Dialogue Forum: Current State of Multilingualism at the United Nations
DESCRIPTION:**Call for Participation**  \nCurrent State of Multilingualism at the United Nations  \nDialogue Forum   \n24 April 2026  \nThe NGO Committee on Language and Languages and the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) will host a dialogue forum to provide an update about the current state of multilingualism at the United Nations from the perspective of actors engaged in this cause across the UN system\, and to facilitate dialogue among the Group of Friends of Multilingualism and other members of the United Nations community including civil society\, Member States\, and United Nations entities.  Opening remarks will be offered by the Permanent Observer for the International Organization of la Francophonie\, H.E. Mr. Michel Xavier Biang followed by discussion with H.E. Mr. Joan Forner Rovira\, Permanent Representative of Andorra and co-chair of the Group of Friends of Multilingualism.  \n Format  \nThe meeting will take place on 24 April from 09:00-10:00 EDT/New York via Zoom.  Following statements by the featured speakers\, there will be an opportunity for open discussion and questions.   Interpreting is expected to be available in Arabic\, English\, French\, and Spanish as NGO Committee volunteer resources allow.  \nRegistration  \nRepresentatives of NGOs\, UN Secretariat and agency staff\, colleagues from Member States\, scholars\, language professionals\, and others interested in multilingualism are invited to register for the briefing using this general registration form no later than 23 April.  \n***  \n**Appel à participation**\n  \nÉtat actuel du multilinguisme aux Nations Unies  \néance d’information spéciale  \nForum de dialogue  \n24 Avril 2026  \nLe Comité des ONG sur la langue et les langues et l’Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) organiseront un forum de dialogue afin de fournir une mise à jour sur l’état actuel du multilinguisme aux Nations Unies\, du point de vue des acteurs engagés dans cette cause à travers l’ensemble du système onusien\, et de faciliter le dialogue entre le Groupe des amis du multilinguisme et les autres membres de la communauté des Nations Unies\, y compris la société civile\, les États Membres et les entités des Nations Unies. Les remarques d’ouverture seront présentées par l’Observateur permanent de l’Organisation internationale de la Francophonie\, S. E. M. Michel Xavier Biang\, suivies d’une discussion avec S. E. M. Joan Forner Rovira\, Représentant permanent de l’Andorre et coprésident du Groupe des amis du multilinguisme. \nFormat\nLa réunion se tiendra le 24 avril de 9h00 à 10h00 (EDT/New York) via Zoom. Après les interventions des orateurs invités\, une séance de discussion ouverte et de questions sera proposée.   Interprétation prévue en arabe\, anglais\, français et espagnol\, selon les ressources disponibles parmi les bénévoles du comité ONG. \nInscription\nLes représentants d’ONG\, le personnel du Secrétariat de l’ONU et des agences\, les collègues des États Membres\, les chercheurs\, les professionnels des langues et toutes les personnes intéressées par le multilinguisme sont invités à s’inscrire à cette séance d’information en utilisant ce formulaire d’inscription général au plus tard le 23 avril. 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/dialogue-forum-current-state-of-multilingualism-at-the-united-nations/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T211329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T211329Z
UID:10002716-1776816000-1776988799@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:CoNGO Regional Committee in Asia-Pacific (RCAP) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CONFERENCE OF NGOs IN CONSULTATIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE UNITED NATIONS (CoNGO) \nRegional Committee in Asia-Pacific (RCAP) \nBangkok\, Thailand – April 22-23\, 2025 \nVenue: Siam University\, 38 Phetkasem Road\, Phasi Charoen\, Bangwa\, 10160\, Bangkok \nUniversity Building 19\, 18th Floor\, Telephone +66(0)2867.8088 \nThe CoNGO Regional Committee in Asia-Pacific (RCAP) will meet again in Bangkok\, Thailand for its 2026 Session on April 22-23\, 2026. \nThe following documents will give you the information you need to decide to participate and to provide inputs on achievements towards the Sustainable Development Goals. \nRCAP 2026 Notification and Invitation to AP NGOs-CSOs\nRCAP 2026 Programme\, Logistics\, Registration \nCyril Ritchie\nFirst Vice President\, Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations in\nConsultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO)
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/congo-regional-committee-in-asia-pacific-rcap-meeting/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212614Z
UID:10002715-1776643200-1777679999@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues\, 25th Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, contact indigenous_un@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/permanent-forum-on-indigenous-issues-25th-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Headquarters\, New York\, USA
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T211021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T212621Z
UID:10002714-1776643200-1777075199@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Commission on Science and Technology for Development\, 29th Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, contact cstd@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/commission-on-science-and-technology-for-development-29th-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:UN Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260410T210906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T210906Z
UID:10002713-1776124800-1776470399@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Permanent Forum on People of African Descent\, 5th Session
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, contact pfpad@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/permanent-forum-on-people-of-african-descent-5th-session/
LOCATION:United Nations Office at Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260209T161251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T192440Z
UID:10002712-1771324200-1771329600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Washington DC NGO Listening Session: Engaging Civil Society’s Voice
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by CoNGO President Peter Preziosi and Immediate Past President Levi Bautista.A listening session to hear NGO priorities\, challenges\, and ideas\, and to strengthen civil society participation within the UN system.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/washington-dc-ngo-listening-session-engaging-civil-societys-voice/
LOCATION:United Methodist Church\, Washington Office\, 100 Maryland Avenue NE\, Suite 310\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events,CoNGO Member Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260209T153448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T174407Z
UID:10002711-1770728400-1770735600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Meeting of the NGO Committee on Financing for Development
DESCRIPTION:Virtual via Zoom (Navigate here to register)
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/meeting-of-the-ngo-committee-on-financing-for-development/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events,CoNGO Member Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260202T125033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T125134Z
UID:10002710-1770372000-1770382800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Civil Society Forum 64 at the Commission for Social Development
DESCRIPTION:The Civil Society Forum at the 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD) will be held on 6 February 2026 in New York\, USA. Under the priority theme of “Advancing Social Development and Social Justice through Coordinated\, Equitable\, and Inclusive Policies\,” the Civil Society Forum allows for civil society to play a critical role in shaping dialogue\, sharing grounded experiences\, and ensuring that commitments translate into real change for communities.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/civil-society-forum-64-at-the-commission-for-social-development/
LOCATION:Conference Room 4 | United Nations HQ\, New York 405 E 45th St\, New York\, NY 10017\, Conference Room 4\, United Nations HQ\, New York 405 E 45th St\,\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20260202T124832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T125157Z
UID:10002709-1770303600-1770314400@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Youth Digital Collaboration for a Sustainable Planet: Innovating for Inclusive Cities
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the The Conference of NGOs in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO) and the New York University International Education Program\, the IVECA Center for International Virtual Schooling & the Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) welcome NGOs and civil society to participate in a 2026 ECOSOC Partnership Forum Follow-Up Event. The event theme is\, “Youth Digital Collaboration for a Sustainable Planet: Innovating for Inclusive Cities.” \nIn line with the Pact for the Future\, the Global Digital Compact\, and UNESCO’s education frameworks\, this event will demonstrate how youth-driven digital collaboration can turn global commitments into tangible collective action on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 6\, 7\, 9\, 11\, and 17. Come join convening youth\, educators\, civil society partners\, government representatives\, and international organizations to highlight how multi-stakeholder collaboration\, digital learning\, and intercultural dialogue can accelerate progress toward the fast-approaching 2030 deadline and strengthen the foundations of harmonious\, inclusive\, and resilient societies.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/youth-digital-collaboration-for-a-sustainable-planet-innovating-for-inclusive-cities/
LOCATION:Economic and Social Council Chamber\, United Nations Headquarters NY\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20260726T143521
CREATED:20251121T174845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T182456Z
UID:10002707-1764547200-1764806399@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:2025 Academic Conference on Africa “Seizing the Moment: The African State and Its Promise"
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite civil society —alongside African academics\, UN colleagues\, the African Diaspora\, people of African descent\, and all who are passionate about Africa—to the 2025 Academic Conference on Africa\, taking place 1–3 December 2025 at UN Headquarters in New York. Under the theme “Seizing the Moment: The African State and Its Promise\,” the conference brings together leading African thinkers and changemakers for a forward-looking dialogue on governance\, development\, and Africa’s policy future. \n  \nThis year’s programme dedicates significant time to open\, interactive dialogue and interventions from the floor\, ensuring a wide diversity of voices helps drive the the conversation. Civil society and academia are two essential halves of Africa’s knowledge ecosystem\, and their exchange is key to challenging outdated narratives and elevating perspectives rooted in African realities.  We warmly welcome your engagement in shaping the recommendations that can help guide the UN’s ongoing work on Africa. \n  \nConference Programme [All Sessions Held 10:00am to 1:00pm\, Conference Rm 2\, UNHQ] \nMonday\, 1 December: “The State of the State in Africa: Presence\, Perception\, and Performance in a Changing World” \nDiscussion will examine the historical and structural roots of State absence in Africa and its far-reaching consequences for peace\, security\, and development. It will explore how gaps in presence and legitimacy have shaped public trust\, governance\, and stability across the continent. \n  \nTuesday\, 2 December: “Transforming the State\, Reclaiming the Future: Pathways to African Renewal” \nDiscussion will focus on the transformation of the African State as the foundation for renewal. Building on the African Union’s 2025 theme on reparations\, it will explore structural justice and strategies to strengthen institutional capacity\, fiscal governance\, and the social contract for sustainable peace and development. \n  \nWednesday\, 3 December: “Ideas That Build Nations: Leveraging African Scholarship for a New Era of Policymaking” \nDiscussion will highlight the vital role of African scholarship in shaping policymaking and global debates. It will focus on strategies to elevate African intellectual leadership\, bridge research and policy\, and promote transformative approaches to governance\, justice\, and development. \n  \n**Participants are welcome to attend all or part of the conference and should feel welcome register for the session(s) that best fit their interests and availability.** \n  \nTo secure your seat at this event\, please register here by Tuesday\, 25 November 2025.   We look forward to your participation!
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/2025-academic-conference-on-africa-seizing-the-moment-the-african-state-and-its-promise/
CATEGORIES:UN Events,UN-NGO Collaboration
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20250707T150446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T150446Z
UID:10002680-1762732800-1763769599@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:UNFCC: COP30 in Belem\, Brasil
DESCRIPTION:UN Climate Change Conference – Belém\, Brasil \n10 Nov – 21 Nov 2025 \nInformation for participants. \nCOP30 is Brasil — From Brasil to the world!\n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/unfcc-cop30-in-belem-brasil/
LOCATION:Belem\, Brasil\, Belem\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,IGO (Inter-Governmental) event,UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20250814T165754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T165942Z
UID:10002690-1761523200-1761782399@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:THE 28th GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE CONFERENCE OF NGOs IN CONSULTATIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE UNITED NATIONS (CoNGO)
DESCRIPTION:Dear CoNGO members\, \nYou are receiving this because you are a member of an NGO that is part of the Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO). If you no longer represent a CoNGO member\, please forward this to the appropriate representative. \nRegistration for the 28th General Assembly of CoNGO is now open. Please scan the QR code or click the registration button for more details. \nRegisteration\n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-28th-general-assembly-of-the-conference-of-ngos-in-consultative-relationship-with-the-united-nations-congo/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events,CoNGO Recommended Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20251015T151926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T151926Z
UID:10002705-1761316200-1761316200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:UN Special Rapporteur on FoRB
DESCRIPTION:Dear NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief\,   \nI’m pleased to invite you to a meeting with the UN Special Rapporteur on FoRB on Oct. 24\, 2:30 pm at the Baha’i International Center.  Ms. Nazila Ghana will give an overview of her thematic report to the UN and will give the committee an opportunity for dialogue. \nThis will be a hybrid meeting.  If you can attend in person\, register here by Oct. 21.  We must have your name listed (as it is on your ID) for you to access the building. \nIf you will be attending online a zoom link will be sent before the meeting.  If you are getting this email\, you will get the zoom link.  If this was forwarded to you please register with your email. \nI hope to see many of you in person for an important conversation on a value we all want to protect and propagate!   Feel free to share this invitation. \nIn Solidarity\, \nScott \nPS. If you would like to renew your membership or pay your dues\, or if you are not a member\, please see this form:  https://forms.gle/nqZPsqZV8TzXv8JP9 \n—\nScott L. Stearman\nPresident\nNGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief\nngoforbny@gmail.com
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/un-special-rapporteur-on-forb/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251023T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251023T153000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20251016T185304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T185304Z
UID:10002706-1761233400-1761233400@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:"Towards a Fashion Revolution: Voices from a Sustainable Approach"
DESCRIPTION:“Towards a Fashion Revolution: Voices from a Sustainable Approach”\, jointly organized by CSW and CSD Vienna\, is taking place on Thursday 23 October 2025 at 3:30pm CET.\n\nIn person attendance: \nThe meeting will take place at the VIC in room C-0234. If you need a badge for the UN (only valid for the date and time of the event) please let us know as soon as possible including the following information\n\n\nFirst Name(s) (as shown in passport / ID)\nLast Name(s) (as shown in passport / ID)\nDate of birth\nType of ID (Passport / National ID card)\nCountry of issuance / nationality\nPassport / ID number\nContact email address\n\n\n\nOnline attendance: \nNGO CSD-CSW Vienna is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: NGO CSD-CSW Vienna’s Zoom Meeting\nTime: Oct 23\, 2025 03:00 PM Amsterdam\, Berlin\, Rome\, Stockholm\, Vienna\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85706372530?pwd=AdYxmjnlOjzDrtxo5Y28618yW8egxe.1\n\nMeeting ID: 857 0637 2530\nPasscode: 063749
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/towards-a-fashion-revolution-voices-from-a-sustainable-approach/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20251008T235055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T235131Z
UID:10002703-1761231600-1761238800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:SPIRIT OF THE UNITED NATIONS AWARDS
DESCRIPTION:RSVP
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/spirit-of-the-united-nations-awards/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event,UN-NGO Collaboration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20251014T165609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T165609Z
UID:10002704-1760486400-1760572799@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Geneva Peace Week Session
DESCRIPTION:Dear all\, \nJust a kind reminder that tomorrow our Vice-Chair\, Silvia Perel-Levin\, will participate in the session “Peace Dialogue – Participation and Inclusivity in Peacebuilding: Linking Geneva and New York through Civil Society\, Older Persons and Water Diplomacy\,” as part of Geneva Peace Week 2025. \nThis event will explore the crucial contributions of civil society and older persons to inclusive and sustainable peacebuilding efforts\, connecting discussions between Geneva and New York. \nFor full details\, please visit the official programme page:\n🔗 Geneva Peace Week – Peace Dialogue\, Participation and Inclusivity in Peacebuilding \nWith best regards\,\nNGO Committee on Ageing (Geneva)
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/geneva-peace-week-session/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20251003T193032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T193032Z
UID:10002702-1759929300-1759933800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Briefing on the Third Committee to NGOs in consultative status with ECOSOC
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, 8 October\nUN Headquarters\, New York \nThe Chair of the Third Committee\, H.E. Cherdchai Chaivaivid\, will convene an informal briefing for representatives of civil society organizations in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) on Wednesday\, 8 October\, from 1:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.\, in Conference Room 1 at UN Headquarters. \nThe Chair of the Committee will brief participants on the programme of work of the session and provide updates on the progress in its work. The briefing will be followed by a question-and-answer segment. \nThis briefing is open to civil society representatives in consultative status with ECOSOC. Member States\, observers and representatives from the UN system are welcome to attend. \nPlease note that access will be provided to NGOs in consultative status with ECOSOC on a first-come\, first-served basis to those who already have valid UN grounds passes for 2025. Approval of requests for passes will resume as of 30 September 2025.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/briefing-on-the-third-committee-to-ngos-in-consultative-status-with-ecosoc/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T143522
CREATED:20250924T163916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T164015Z
UID:10002701-1759334400-1759334400@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:RESILIENCE\, RESISTANCE\, AND SOLIDARITY: Voices of Myanmar's Women and Minorities
DESCRIPTION:Concept_Note-BurmaDayofAction \n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/resilience-resistance-and-solidarity-voices-of-myanmars-women-and-minorities/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event,UN-NGO Collaboration
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