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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
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SUMMARY:International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
DESCRIPTION:“Violence in the Name of Faith? Hearing from Victims\, Calling for Action; on the UN Day Commemorating Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief” \nInternational Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief \n21August\, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nBaha’i International Center\, 866 United Nations Plaza\, 1st Floor \nThe NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief (New York) \n  \nIn Person Registration (ID will be required for entrance) \nLink to join register: https://forms.gle/jVzxQcs7iS3wEmZV7 \n\nConcept Note \nBackground: \nEnshrined in articles 18\, 19\, and 20 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights are the freedom of religion or belief\, freedom of opinion and expression\, the right to peaceful assembly\, and the right to freedom of association – four interdependent\, interrelated\, and mutually reinforcing human rights that would seem self-evident to most observers. \nHowever\, there continues to be acts of intolerance and violence based on religion or belief against individuals\, including against persons belonging to religious communities and religious minorities around the world. Not only that\, but the number and intensity of such incidents are increasing. In 2019\, as a way of condemning continuing violence and acts of terrorism targeting individuals\, including persons belonging to religious minorities\, on the basis of or in the name of religion or belief\, the UN General Assembly created the “International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief.” \nBy proclaiming an International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief\, the General Assembly recalled that States have the primary responsibility to promote and protect human rights\, including the human rights of persons belonging to religious minorities\, including their right to exercise their religion or belief freely. \nDiscussion: \nThis event will be focused not just on honoring the day\, but on charting a path forward. First\, we will hear from victims of religious persecution\, who will not only share their stories\, but will make recommendations for a path forward towards a world where such injustice does not exist. Second\, we will hear from experts who will discuss future threats of religious persecution with the rise of new technologies\, and what we might be able to do to prevent and counteract such threats. \nSpeakers: \nSucharita Cole\, a human rights activist and survivor of religiously motivated and gender-based violence in Manipur\, India \nBani Dugal\, a member of the Baha’i community who might be able to address the current situation in Iran\, and possible implications on that situation due to the recent violence in Iran. \nBobbi Nassar with Tibetan guests \nFormat: \nIntroductory remarks from moderator (5 minutes) Scott Stearman \nPanel Presentation (30 minutes) \nQ&A (15 minutes) \nModerated discussion on the question of countering hate speech as a means to undermining violence based on religion or belief (10 minutes) \nPresentation on work of the International Religious Roundtable and the current advocacy around the appointment of the US International Religious Freedom Ambassador Anna Sineva
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/international-day-commemorating-the-victims-of-acts-of-violence-based-on-religion-or-belief-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T111500
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250902T151722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T151743Z
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SUMMARY:Briefing on Republic of Korea’s Presidency of the UN Security Council 
DESCRIPTION:Briefing on Republic of Korea’s Presidency of the UN Security Council \nA Civil Society Dialogue with H.E. Sangjin Kim\,\nRepresentative of the Mission of the Republic of Korea to the UN\n  \nWHEN\nFriday\, September 5\, 2025\n10:00 – 11:15 AM ET\n\nWHERE\nIn-person Meeting at UNHQ in New York\, CR 11\nLivestream available through UN Web TV\nRegister Here\nWe invite you to engage via X using #MeetUNSCPres
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/briefing-on-republic-of-koreas-presidency-of-the-un-security-council/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250908T163856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T163856Z
UID:10002697-1757325600-1757329200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Initiatives of the President of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly for the Promotion of Multilingualism
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/initiatives-of-the-president-of-the-79th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly-for-the-promotion-of-multilingualism/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250911T142534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T142534Z
UID:10002698-1757592000-1757599200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Prayer Service to Remember 9/11 and Commemorate the UN 80th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/interfaith-prayer-service-to-remember-9-11-and-commemorate-the-un-80th-anniversary/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T140000
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CREATED:20250917T124855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T124855Z
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SUMMARY:CSVGC-NY September General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear CSVGC-NY Members and Friends\, \nWe warmly invite you to join us for our September General Meeting\, which will take place online on Wednesday\, September 18th\, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM (EDT) via Google Meet. \nAgenda Highlights: \n– Opening Moment of Silence \n– Keeper of the Sacred: Dr. Joni Carley\, representative of Pathways to Peace at the UN; (5 min) \n– Celebration of the UN International Day of Peace\, featuring a special presentation by Monica Willard\, representative of United Religions Initiative (URI) at the UN (10 min) \n– Unveiling of the 2025 Spirit of the UN Award Winners — and opportunities to engage and support our upcoming annual ceremony in New York on October 23rd (10 min) \n– Other business \nWe look forward to another productive and inspirational gathering together.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us Via Google Meet Here! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Joni Carley is a global advisor on values-driven leadership and cultural development. She serves as Vice Chair of the Coalition for Global Citizenship 2030\, Senior Fellow at Nonviolence International\, and UN Representative for Pathways to Peace. She authored Alchemy of Power and convenes the UN NGO Unitive Cluster.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonica Willard\, URI’s main UN Representative\, has championed interfaith and peace initiatives at the UN since 1997. She co-chairs the International Day of Peace NGO Committee\, led Religious NGOs (2010–2013)\, and co-founded the Tripartite Forum. She’s received honors including the Spirit of the UN and Four Chaplains Awards.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/csvgc-ny-september-general-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250728T183628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T184132Z
UID:10002688-1758844800-1758931199@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:International Day of Older Persons - Highlighting the Role of the Brain for Healthy Ageing
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nOnline Participation Password: 3QM6t2vlYcnz55A58jiisbh4fX7rzq\,1
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/idop-highlighting-the-role-of-the-brain-for-healthy-ageing/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250926T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250922T140220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T140338Z
UID:10002700-1758891600-1758898800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:United Nations International Day of Older Persons 2025 From Resolution to Convention: Uniting for the Rights of Older Persons
DESCRIPTION:IDOP 2025 takes place at a pivotal time\, following the recent UN Human Rights Council resolution to begin drafting a new international convention on the rights of older persons. This year’s commemoration highlights the need for a legally binding instrument that reflects the lived realities of older persons worldwide. It calls on governments\, UN agencies\, civil society\, and national institutions to engage meaningfully in this process\, while reaffirming the status of older persons as rights-holders and active members of society. IDOP 2025 also promotes intergenerational dialogue and coordinated action at all levels to ensure ageing is recognized as a shared human experience-and a global priority. \nSimultaneous interpretation into French will be available in the room only. Please note that no interpretation will be provided for online participants. \nConcept note and Program \nRegister here to participate in person \nRegister here to participate online
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/united-nations-international-day-of-older-persons-2025-from-resolution-to-convention-uniting-for-the-rights-of-older-persons/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
CREATED:20250827T151949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T152100Z
UID:10002695-1759312800-1759323600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:35th United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP)25
DESCRIPTION:The NGO Committee on Ageing calls your attention to an upcoming event: \nCommemoration of the 35th United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP) \n“Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: \nOur Aspirations\, Our Well-Being\, Our Rights” \nWednesday\, 1 October 2025 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nECOSOC Chamber (tbc)\, United Nations Headquarters\, New York \nThe 2025 United Nations International Day of Older Persons will serve as a platform for older persons to share their aspirations\, advocate for their well-being\, and call for the full enjoyment of their human rights. \nThis year’s commemoration\, themed “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations\, Our Well-Being\, Our Rights\,” will take place in-person at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City ECOSOC Chamber (tbc)\, on Wednesday\, 1 October 2025\, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm EST. \nRegistration is now open and will close on Friday\, September 12th\,2025.  Please click here to register: \nIn addition to being held in person\, the event will be broadcast live on UN WebTV. Please register here and select the online option to receive the UNWebTV link before the event. \nThis year’s event will recognize and support the transformative role that older persons play in driving action at both local and global levels. Grounded in the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing and recent demographic trends\, the commemoration will spotlight older persons as experts\, advocates\, and change-makers in fields such as health equity\, financial well-being\, human rights\, and community resilience. The programme will feature a keynote address and a moderated panel discussion that draws on lived experiences and regional insights to promote inclusive policy dialogue. Particular emphasis will be placed on advancing human rights\, strengthening legal protections\, eliminating age-based discrimination\, and promoting inclusive\, intergenerational\, and age-friendly environments that ensure the dignity and full participation of older persons in society. \nUNIDOP 25 – Registration Link \nUNIDOP 25 Concept Note \nUNIDOP 25 – Flyer \nFor more information\, please visit: \nhttps://social.desa.un.org/issues/ageing/events/2025-unidop
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/35th-united-nations-international-day-of-older-persons-unidop25/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092425
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;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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:20251023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251023T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251023T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
CREATED:20260202T125033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T125134Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
CREATED:20260209T153448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T174407Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
CREATED:20260209T161251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T192440Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
CREATED:20250303T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T151700Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260405T092426
CREATED:20250702T172412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172440Z
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SUMMARY:World YMCA - 21st World Council
DESCRIPTION:Toronto\,  19-25 July 2026\nTheme:  “TRANSFORM”\nInformation:   ymcainfo@ymca.int
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/world-ymca-21st-world-council/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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