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Denuclearization and Peace on the Korean Peninsula
Conference Room B, United Nations NY United Nations, New York, NYCo-organizers Solidarity of Peace and Reunification of Korea (SPARK) and People’s Solidarity for Participatory Democracy (PSPD) invite you to this important IN-PERSON discussion on Denuclearization and Peace on the Korean Peninsula! We'll be in Conference Room B, UNHQNY. General Focus: Analysis on the current situation on the Korean Peninsula as well as suggestions for building
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The Impact of Storytelling on Isolation in Older Adults
worldwide/virtualIFA Global Cafe: In Conversation with Dr. Victor Kuperman and Ms. Nancy Siciliana The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the importance of connecting, communicating, and storytelling within the dialogue of isolation. The “Niagara Stories” project - run through a partnership between McMaster University, the Seniors’ Computer Lab Project, and Cyber Seniors’ Connected Communities Niagara - has
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Nuclear Prayer Day – Hiroshima / Nagasaki Interfaith Peace Gathering
worldwide/virtualNamaste, Please join us! For Nuclear Prayer Day - Hiroshima / Nagasaki Interfaith Peace Gathering on Friday, August 5, 2022, from 2:00 pm onwards, both virtually and in-person at Tillman Chapel, Church Center for the United Nations, 777 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017. Zoom Meeting ID: 898 4657 1811 Link: us02web.zoom.us/j/89846571811 Livestream: facebook.com/unitedreligionsinitiative _____________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes:
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2022 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: The Role of Indigenous Women in the Preservation and Transmission of Traditional Knowledge
worldwide/virtualThe International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is celebrated globally on 9 August. It marks the date of the inaugural session of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations in 1982. The Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) is organizing a virtual commemoration of the International Day from 9 am to 11am (EST) on Tuesday,
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International Youth Day 2022
worldwide/virtualOfficial Commemoration For International Youth Day 2022, DESA will work with the Major Group on Children and Youth (MGCY) to organize a global webinar for its official commemoration. The webinar will provide an opportunity for stakeholders around the world to exchange views on the topic of intergenerational solidarity, intergenerational equity, future generations, and ageism. To ensure
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International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
worldwide/virtualOn the occasion of the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief (established by the United Nations General Assembly), the UN NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief in New York will be hosting an online event highlighting the continued need for action and advocacy aimed at
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Racial discrimination and the right to health, Day of General Discussion 2022
worldwide/virtualThe Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is starting the elaboration of its General Recommendation n°37 on racial discrimination and the right to health under Article 5 (e)(iv) of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. To start this process, the Committee will convene a day of general discussion
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GAROP briefing for OHCHR Multi-stakeholder Meeting
worldwide/virtualGAROP briefing for OHCHR Multi-stakeholder Meeting / Sesión informativa de GAROP para la reunión de múltiples partes interesadas de la OACDH The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is organising a multi-stakeholder meeting on 29-30 August 2022 at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, room XVII. This hybrid meeting will take place both
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Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security
worldwide/virtualJoin us for the launch of Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security's (GIWPS) latest climate report, "Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security," in collaboration with the Better Way Foundation. GIWPS experts will highlight key findings from the report and demonstrate how meaningful inclusion of women in local-level
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ASEAN Forum on the WPS Agenda: Implementation in South East Asia, with Religious Sector and Faith-Based Organizations
Hybrid Permanent Mission of China to the UN at Geneva, GenevaThe Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy, in partnership with the South East Asian Women Peace Builders and the UniHarmony Partners Manila is organizing a forum on the UN Women initiative promoting the development of a Regional Plan of action implementing the UNSCR 1325 Women Peace and Security (WPS) agenda in South East Asia. Genuine
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