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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T130000
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SUMMARY:Seek Peace and Pursue It: Advocating for Nuclear Abolition in 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this webinar to learn more about the United Methodist Church’s position on nuclear weapons\, hear from civil society and faith partners\, and discover how you can get involved in the movement for nuclear abolition. \nThe new year brings a sobering reminder: nuclear weapons continue to threaten all of creation. With key milestones on the horizon\, it’s more crucial than ever to take meaningful action toward a world free of nuclear weapons. \n\nJanuary 22: 4th anniversary of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons entering into force\nJanuary 28: Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists set the Doomsday Clock at 89 seconds to midnight – the closest it’s ever been to midnight\nFebruary 4: One year until the expiration of New START\, the last remaining US-Russia nuclear arms control treaty\nMarch 3-7: 3rd meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons at the United Nations in New York.\n\nAs the United Methodist Church has long affirmed\, nuclear weapons make war more likely and far more deadly. The Council of Bishops has made it clear: “We say a clear and unconditional NO to nuclear wear and to any use of nuclear weapons.” (In Defense of Creation\, 1986) \nIt is up to us to work toward the abolition of nuclear weapons. \nJoin us at this webinar to learn more about the United Methodist Church’s position on nuclear weapons\, hear from civil society and faith partners\, and discover how you can get involved in the movement for nuclear abolition. Whether you’re already involved or looking to learn more\, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. \nDate: February 26\, 2025   Time: 1-2:30 PM EST \nPanelists \nModerator: Aimee Hong\, Assistant General Secretary of Programs\, General Board of Church and Society\, UMC \nSpeaker #1: Colleen Moore\, Director of Peace with Justice\, General Board of Church and Society\, UMC \nSpeaker #2: Allen Hester\, Legislative Representative\, Nuclear Disarmament and Pentagon Spending\, Friends Committee on National Legislation \nSpeaker #3: Maylene Hughes\, Regional Grassroots Organizing and Policy Coordinator\, Back from the Brink \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/seek-peace-and-pursue-it-advocating-for-nuclear-abolition-in-2025/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
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SUMMARY:2025 United Nations Ocean Conference | Open Call for Side Events 
DESCRIPTION:2025 United Nations Ocean Conference  \nOpen Call for Side Events  \nThe high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans\, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be held in Nice\, France\, from 9 – 13 June 2025\, co-hosted by France and Costa Rica. \nMember States\, Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs)\, UN Entities and other accredited non-governmental stakeholders are hereby invited to submit their proposals for side events to be held in connection with the UNOC3 Conference\, either in-person or virtually. \nSide events will be an opportunity for all participants to share knowledge and solutions to accelerate implementation of SDG 14\, identify new and emerging issues\, exchange national and local experiences and practices\, and showcase voluntary commitments for the Voluntary Ocean Commitments database. \nThe call for UNOC3 side events is now open!   \n\nTo apply for an in-person side event inside the Conference Venue (Blue Zone): https://bit.ly/UNOC3BlueZoneSideEventForm. Deadline: 14 March 2025.\n\n\nTo apply for an off-site side event at alternative locations in Nice: https://bit.ly/UNOC3OffSiteSideEventForm. Deadline: 21 April 2025.\n\n\nTo apply for a virtual side event: https://bit.ly/UNOC3VirtualSideEventForm. Deadline: 21 April 2025.\n\nImportant!  \n\nBefore applying\, please carefully read the Guidelines and check questionnaire sample HERE.\n\n\nSide events should be closely related to the main theme of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference: “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”. They should address innovative ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14.\n\n\nPriority for side events within the Conference Venue (Blue Zone) will be given to those organized by Member States and those organized in partnership by several networks/organizations. Due to the limited space available in the Conference Venue (Blue Zone)\, all interested parties are strongly encouraged to collaborate with other accredited entities in the organization of side events.\n\n\nThe Conference Secretariat will review submissions and only notify those organizers whose events have been approved.\n\nFor questions regarding side events\, please contact unoc2025@un.org indicating [Side Events] in the subject. \nFor more information about the 2025 UN Ocean Conference\, check here: https://sdgs.un.org/conferences/ocean2025 \nSign up here to receive regular updates and information about the 2025 UN Ocean Conference
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/2025-united-nations-ocean-conference-open-call-for-side-events/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250221T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
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SUMMARY:"The original Vision of the UN and the Pact for the Future" NGO COMMITTEE ON PEACE - VIENNA
DESCRIPTION:NGO COMMITTEE ON PEACE – VIENNA \nINVITATION\nto an\nINFORMATION AND DISCUSSION MEETING\non\n\n“The original Vision of the UN and the Pact for the Future“ \nAt the VIC*:\nDate: Friday\, February 21st\, 2025\nTime: 15.00 hours (3.00 PM CET)\nPlace: Vienna International Centre\,\nC-Building\, 7th floor\, Conference Room CR3\n\nSpeakers: \nDr. Afsar Rathor \nFormer UN Executive (UN Peacekeeping Missions\, UNIDO etc.). He is a global citizen as he grew up\, studied and has roots in several countries. He had a distinguished career with several United Nations organizations across the globe. He has an extensive experience in peace & conflict resolution\, poverty alleviation\, diplomacy\, interfaith harmony\, climate change\, and project & risk management. He has worked with the UN Department of Peacekeeping (UNDPK) serving in several war-hit conflict zones\, among others\, in Bosnia Herzegovina\, Rwanda and Somalia etc. \n  \nMr. Yosuke Nakagawa \nAssociate Expert\, UN Office for Disarmament Affairs Vienna \n  \nMr. Markus Wainde Wane \nAustrian UN youth delegate. He was involved in the run-up to the Summit of the Future and took part in the summit in New York. He worked as a volunteer for the Alpbach Vienna initiative group and the Young Global Shapers. A year in Senegal was particularly formative for him. He is currently studying Business & Economics and International Law. \n  \n\nGuests are welcome! \n*Access to VIC:\nA VIC grounds pass is required to enter the Vienna International Centre.\nRecipients of this invitation\, or their guests\, who do not hold a VIC grounds pass valid for the current year\, are kindly requested to register by sending an email with:\n1) Title: Mr. or Ms.; \n2) Separate indication of their family name and given name (as it appears in ID); \n3) Date of birth; \n4) Type of ID (passport\, driving license…); and\n5) The number of the ID document and country of issuance\n\nto pavlovsky@oesgi.org\n\nDeadline for registration: Tuesday\, February 18th\, 2025\nRegistered participants will be included in a list held by UN security at the main gate of the VIC. Please present this invitation along with your registered ID at Gate 1 of the VIC. Please consider that formalities at Gate 1 may take time and kindly arrive sufficiently in advance of the meeting. \nNGOCOPV-INVITATION_February-21
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-original-vision-of-the-un-and-the-pact-for-the-future-ngo-committee-on-peace-vienna/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250217T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250206T184053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T184124Z
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SUMMARY:The Annual Meeting of the Director-General with Civil Society
DESCRIPTION:Dear Representatives of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) accredited at the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG)\, \nWe are pleased to invite you to the annual meeting of the Director-General with civil society that will take place on Monday 17 February 2025\, from 3 to 4.30 p.m.\, in Room VII\, Palais des Nations. \nThis meeting will be an opportunity to exchange on the priorities and activities of the United Nations Office at Geneva in 2025 and the participation of civil society in the work of the United Nations. \nPlease ensure that the 2025 annual accreditation of your NGO representatives is finalized as only NGO representatives in possession of a valid grounds pass will be able to attend. \nGrateful if you confirm your NGO participation by return email\, while indicating the name and representative type (title) of the person who will attend the meeting. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the meeting. \nWith best regards\, \nNGO Liaison Unit \n*** \nCher(e)s représentant(e)s des organisations non gouvernementales (ONG) accréditées auprès de l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève (ONUG)\, \nNous sommes heureux de vous inviter à la réunion annuelle de la Directrice générale avec la société civile qui aura lieu le lundi 17 février 2025\, de 15h00 à 16h30\, dans la salle VII\, au Palais des Nations. \nCette réunion sera l’occasion d’échanger sur les priorités et les activités de l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève en 2025 et sur la participation de la société civile aux travaux des Nations Unies. \nVeuillez-vous assurer que l’accréditation annuelle de vos représentants pour 2025 soit bien à jour\, car seuls les représentants d’ONG en possession d’un badge d’accès à l’ONUG valable seront en mesure de participer. \nNous vous serions reconnaissants de bien vouloir nous confirmer la participation de votre ONG par retour de courriel tout en indiquant le nom et le type de représentant (titre) de la personne qui participera à la réunion. \nNous nous réjouissions de vous voir à la réunion. \nAvec nos meilleures salutations\, \nUnité de liaison avec les ONG
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-annual-meeting-of-the-director-general-with-civil-society/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250210T162049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T193048Z
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SUMMARY:Rising to the Challenge: How FfD4 Addresses the Social Dimension Effectively Safeguarding the Most Vulnerable
DESCRIPTION:Register Here
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/rising-to-the-challenge-how-ffd4-addresses-the-social-dimension-effectively-safeguarding-the-most-vulnerable-_ngo-committee-on-ffd/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events,CoNGO Member Events,CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250114T162459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T162818Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging Our Divides: Navigating Politics and Polarization in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our February 2025\nTrauma & Mental Health Program\n \n\n  \nDear Friends\, \nPlease join us for our Trauma and Mental Health Program! \nBridging Our Divides:\nNavigating Politics and Polarization in Turbulent Times \nMonday\, February 10\, 2025 \n2 to 4 PM EST USA \nvia Zoom \n  \nPlease find our program flyer attached. \nFeel free to share widely with your networks. \n  \nRegister Here: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/N50A5VsXQzWemaGMzyuJSA \n  \nBest\, \nIrit Felsen\, PhD \nConvener & Chair\, Working Group on Trauma and Mental Health \nFelix Torres\, MD\, MBA\, FACHE\, DFAPA\, CCHP-MH \nCorresponding Secretary\, NGO Committee on Mental Health \n  \nDownload PDF Flyer
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/bridging-our-divides-navigating-politics-and-polarization-in-turbulent-times/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250207T171425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171425Z
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SUMMARY:Realizing the right to social security: ensuring the sustainable and equitable financing of universal social protection
DESCRIPTION:Side event to 63rd Session of the ECOSOC Commission for Social Development\, organized by the Government of Portugal\, OHCHR and the ILO \n10 February 2025\, 13:15–14:30 (EST/UTC-4) \nUNHQ New York\, Conference Room 9\nWebcast available through UN Web TV \nCSocD side event 10Feb2025 – concept note and provisional agenda
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/realizing-the-right-to-social-security-ensuring-the-sustainable-and-equitable-financing-of-universal-social-protection/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,IGO (Inter-Governmental) event,UN Events,UN Member State
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250203T203313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T203401Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4): Townhall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Co-facilitators of the Outcome Document for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4)\, we have the honor to invite you to a virtual townhall meeting on Friday\, 7 February 2025\, from 10 am – 11:30 am (EST). \nThe aim of this meeting is to present the zero draft of the outcome document to stakeholders and hear their views and expectations. It is the intention of the co-facilitators to schedule similar meetings throughout the FfD4 process. \nStakeholders that wish to participate are kindly asked to register via this link  \nFor further information please contact\, desa-ffd4.cso@un.org.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/fourth-international-conference-on-financing-for-development-ffd4-townhall-meeting/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250131T001343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T001714Z
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SUMMARY:Third Committee Informal Meeting with Civil Society
DESCRIPTION:The Chair of the Third Committee at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly\, H.E. . Zéphyrin Maniratanga\, will be convening an informal meeting of the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly in order to provide an opportunity for Member States and representatives of Non-Governmental Organizations in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council to share thoughts on the outcomes of the 79th session of the Third Committee as well as insights into this year’s thematic focus for the meeting\, namely “Youth and the Third Committee”. Participants are invited to share comments and pose questions on any \narea of importance to the work of the Committee and/or on the thematic focus. \nThe meeting will be held on Thursday\, 6 February 2025\, from 10am to 1pm. The meeting will be in-person only and will take place in Conference Room 4\, UN headquarters in New York. The meeting can also be followed via UN Web TV (webcast). The meeting will feature a keynote statement by a Vice-President of the United Nations General Assembly\, on behalf of the President\, H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang\, comments by panelists\, and an interactive discussion with Member States and representatives from Non-Governmental Organizations in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council. The Chair of the Committee will also provide an overview of the Committee’s work as well as moderate the discussions. \nPlease find below the concept note for the meeting: \nInformal meeting of the Third Committee of the General Assembly with civil society \n(6 February 2025) – concept note \n1. Background and objective \nThis year’s informal meeting convened by the Chair of the Third Committee with representatives from civil society will provide an opportunity for representatives of Member States and civil society in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council to share views on the outcomes of the main part of the 79th session of the Committee. In addition\, this year’s thematic focus aims to offer insights into “Youth and the Third Committee”. Participants are invited to share comments and pose questions on any area of importance to the work of the Committee and/or on the thematic focus. \n2. Format \nThe meeting modalities will follow the practice from similar informal meetings held in recent sessions. \nThe meeting will be opened by the Chair of the Third Committee\, H.E. Mr. Zéphyrin Maniratanga\, and will first hear (TBC) a keynote statement by a Vice-President of the General Assembly on behalf of the President\, H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang\, who will present views and reflections on the outcomes of the 79th session of the Third Committee as well as on Youth and the Third Committee. \nThereafter a panel discussion will be organized as follows: \n\nThe Chair of the Third Committee\, H.E. Mr. Zéphyrin Maniratanga\, introduces and moderates the discussion and presents a brief summary of the work of the Third Committee at its 79th session.\nA civil society representative\, Mr. Peter Micek\, Access Now\, provides comments on the outcomes of the 79th session of the Third Committee.\nA civil society and youth representative\, Ms. Bahia Gatti\, United Network of Young Peacebuilders (on behalf of MGCY)\, provides comments on “Youth and the Third Committee”.\nThe Chair of the Third Committee opens the floor for interventions. In order to promote an interactive discussion\, interventions by Member States and civil society speakers in consultative status with ECOSOC will be interspersed. Interventions from the floor should be brief and not exceed 3 minutes.\n\n3. Participants \nParticipants in the informal meeting will be representatives from Member States\, Observers\, representatives of UN entities\, as well as civil society representatives in consultative status with ECOSOC\, with particular encouragement to those who engage actively with the Third Committee. \n4. Time and venue \nThe informal meeting will be held on 6 February 2025 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.in in Conference Room\, UN headquarters in New York.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/third-committee-informal-meeting-with-civil-society/
CATEGORIES:UN Events,UN-NGO Collaboration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250120T210204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T210204Z
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SUMMARY:The 2025 Coordination Segment
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Coordination Segment\, chaired by H.E. Mr. Anatolio Ndong Mba (Equatorial Guinea)\, Vice-President of the Economic and Social Council\, will take place on 6 – 7 February 2025 in the ECOSOC Chamber at the UN Headquarters in New York. \n\nThe Coordination Segment serves as a key platform for the Council to deliver on its Charter mandate of coordinating the work of its subsidiary bodies\, specialized agencies and other UN system entities in the economic\, social\, environmental areas. It will focus on the main theme of the 2025 session of the ECOSOC and the 2025 High-level political forum on sustainable development (HLPF)\, “Advancing sustainable\, inclusive\, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for leaving no one behind.” \n\nThe Segment will follow-up on the implementation of the 2024 Ministerial Declaration of the Council and seek to contribute to the in-depth reviews of SDG 3 (good health and well-being)\, SDG 5 (gender equality)\, SDG 8 (decent work and economic growth)\, SDG 14 (life below water)\, and SDG 17 (partnerships for the Goals) at the 2025 HLPF.  The Segment will further aim to leverage the contributions of the Council’s subsidiary bodies and UN system entities to the preparations of major upcoming intergovernmental processes in 2025. \n\nThe Coordination Segment will bring together Member States\, ECOSOC functional commissions and expert bodies\, United Nations regional commissions and UN system entities to provide guidance to the ECOSOC system for coordinated action to address pressing global issues and advance the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. \n\nRepresentatives of Non-governmental organizations in consultative status with ECOSOC in possession of annual grounds passes are welcome to attend.  Seating for those representatives will be on the third floor of the ECOSOC Chamber on a first come first served basis. Representatives of Non-governmental organizations in consultative status with ECOSOC may request the floor during the interactive discussions\, time permitting. The Segment will be broadcast live on UN Web TV. \n\nFor more information\, please visit: \n2025 Coordination Segment | Economic and Social Council \nQuestions may be directed to: \ndesa-iisb@un.org
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-2025-coordination-segment/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20241210T163923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T164915Z
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SUMMARY:2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum
DESCRIPTION:2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum\, 5 February 2025\nRegistration for non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders is now open!\nDeadline: 17 January 2025 \nThe 2025 Partnership Forum of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) will be held on Wednesday\, 5 February\, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at the United Nations headquarters in New York.\nThe overall theme of the ECOSOC Partnership Forum will be “Advancing sustainable\, inclusive\, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind”. The Forum will place a special emphasis on the Sustainable Development Goals that will be reviewed at the 2025 HLPF\, namely Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being); Goal 5 (Gender Equality); Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth); Goal 14 (Life Below Water); and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The 2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum will bring together Member States\, the UN system and stakeholders from civil society\, the private sector\, scientists\, women\, youth\, local governments and many others to discuss innovative efforts that are driving action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\, and to highlight the contributions that partnerships can make in this regard. \nParticipation\nThe 2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum will be open to all those in possession of valid UN Grounds Passes for the UNHQ in New York. \nRepresentatives from non-governmental organizations and other relevant stakeholders not in possession of valid UN Grounds passes for the UNHQ in New York wishing to attend the event in-person can request registration now using this form: https://indico.un.org/event/1014593/. Deadline: 17 January 2025.\nFor more information about stakeholder participation in the 2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum:  https://sdgs.un.org/2025ECOSOCPartnershipForum#stakeholder_participation\nLearn more about the 2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum: 2025 Partnership Forum of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) \nStay updated on the latest developments and initiatives from DESA’s Division for Sustainable Development Goals by signing up for our mailing list.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/2025-ecosoc-partnership-forum/
CATEGORIES:UN Events,UN-NGO Collaboration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250204T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250124T185332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T185544Z
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SUMMARY:Has the 2030 Agenda Become a Sysphean Task? How Can Civil Society Help Keeping the SDGs on Track
DESCRIPTION:Dear Colleagues \n\nHope that you have started the new year well. As you may know already\, there will be no monthly meeting of the CSD in January. I am pleased to invite you to join the first meeting\, to be held on 4 February 2025 (see also the attached flyer). \n\nTuesday\, 4 February 2025\, 3:30 to 5pm CET\nVienna International Centre room C0431\nonline Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86125865255?pwd=ReHHbfODohZoB3yolVU8DWSPKtQWUQ.1 \n\n\nAgenda\n1. Welcome\n2. Approval of the Agenda\n3. Introduction\, overview of the 2025 CSD programme and UN events\n4. Briefing by the guest speaker\n5. Discussion\n6. Reports from member organisations\n7. Next meetings\n8. AOB \n\n\nOur guest speaker will be Jean-Luc Lemahieu\, former UNODC Director of Policy Analysis and Public Affairs\, who will share his experience and views on how civil society – and in particular Vienna civil society – can help the UN system in advancing towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. \n\nI am also attaching a summary flyer with the planned dates of the 2025 monthly meetings. We have updated the calendar on our website https://ngocsdvienna.org with all important upcoming UN events\, please refer to that to stay tuned. \n\nLooking forward to seeing you soon\, best wishes \n\nAnna \n\nCSD 4-2-25 flyer\nCSD 2025 Upcoming Events\n\n\n\n\n—\nDr. Anna Alvazzi del Frate \n\nChair\, NGO Committee on Sustainable Development Vienna\n \n\nTel +43-676-3517430
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/has-the-2030-agenda-become-a-sysphean-task-how-can-civil-society-help-keeping-the-sdgs-on-track/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T165000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250131T194557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T192428Z
UID:10002612-1738681200-1738687800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Inclusive Partnerships and Digital Global Citizenship Education: Advancing Social Cohesion for a Sustainable Future (ECOSOC Partnership Forum 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Registration: bit.ly/dGCED-reg (By Feb 4\, 11:59pm EST)\nProgram Brochure: bit.ly/dGCED-pg
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/12987/
LOCATION:UN Trusteeeship Council\, UN Headquarters\, New York City\, United States
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Events,CoNGO Member Events,CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event,UN Member State,UN-NGO Collaboration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20250107T060539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T183612Z
UID:10002607-1736416800-1736420400@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:The NGO Committee on Ageing “The World Bank Pillars of Ageing Strategy”
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO PRESIDENT BIDEN’S DECLARATION OF A NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING FOR FORMER PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER\, THE NGO COA/NY WILL RESCHEDULE THE JANUARY PROGRAM TO FEBRUARY 6\, 2025. A REVISED FLYER WILL BE SENT AT A LATER DATE. \nProgram Meeting \n“The World Bank Pillars of Ageing Strategy” \nGustavo DeMarco\, Lead Economist and Pension Global Lead for The World Bank will present an engaging discussion\, guided in part by the publication Charting a Course Towards Universal Social Protection: Resilience\, Equity\, and Opportunity for All (The World Bank Group\, 2022). Promising strategies and approaches being explored by The World Bank and its global partners seeking to remediate challenges that can lead to an impoverished older age will be explored. This real-world example highlights efforts toward meeting Sustainable Development Goal #1: Poverty Eradication and Goal #5: Gender Equality. \n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-ngo-committee-on-ageing-the-world-bank-pillars-of-ageing-strategy/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241212T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20241204T214250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T163021Z
UID:10002604-1734015600-1734022800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:TOWARDS A (NUCLEAR) WEAPONS-FREE WORLD: REPORTS ON CURRENT PROCESSES INCLUDING THE ROLE OF CIVIL SOCIETY ACTORS
DESCRIPTION:Join Online\n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/towards-a-nuclear-weapons-free-world-reports-on-current-processes-including-the-role-of-civil-society-actors/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241213
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20241206T182330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T182531Z
UID:10002605-1733788800-1734047999@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:The 7th International Future Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Dear Colleague\,\n\nIt is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to join us at the hybrid 7th International Future Education Conference\, hosted by Istinye University in Istanbul from December 10-12\, 2024. This landmark event is organized in collaboration with Istinye University\, the World University Consortium (WUC)\, UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition and Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory\, Arizona State University\, continuing our shared journey towards reimagining education for the 21st century. The conference will be conducted in hybrid format. \n\n\nTransforming Education for a Rapidly Changing World\nThis conference will convene experts from academia\, policy making\, business and technology to design a future-ready global educational system. From AI and VR-enhanced learning tools to globally accessible content delivery\, discussions will focus on strategies that are values-driven\, transdisciplinary\, and person-centered\, to deliver education that is accessible\, affordable\, relevant and transformative for all learners at all stages of life. \n\n\nHighlights of the Conference\n\nA preconference session on December 10\, 2024 will include presentations about ongoing and future WAAS activities. Register for this special session here.\nOver 25 interactive sessions spotlighting cutting-edge advances in pedagogy\, emerging technologies\, and sustainability-linked education.\nKeynotes by leading global experts\, including former UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova; Khan Academy’s Chief Learning Officer Kristen DiCerbo; Shai Reshef\, Founder of the University of the People; and many other prominent leaders in sustainability\, education\, and innovation.\nSpecial sessions featuring UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition\, UNDP and  Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory\,  Arizona State University to align educational initiatives with human security\, sustainable development and the critical needs of today’s youth and professionals.\nBreakout solution groups for active audience participation in designing actionable strategies.\n\nThis hybrid conference enables participation from anywhere in the world\, fostering a truly global dialogue. Make Your Voice Heard. Your insights and expertise are invaluable. Contribute to panels or breakout discussions\, and help shape actionable frameworks for the future of education. The outcomes will not only guide education policy but also be shared globally through Cadmus Journal and post-event reports. \n\n\nRegister Now. Secure your place for in-person or online participation. For registration details\, the full list of topics\, and speaker profiles\, visit the WAAS Conference Page. \n\n\nTogether\, let us inspire innovation and collaboration to revolutionize education for a sustainable and inclusive global society. \n\n\n\n\nJanani Ramanathan\nSecretary General\nWorld Academy of Art and Science
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/the-7th-international-future-education-conference/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110735
CREATED:20241203T205043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T205043Z
UID:10002601-1733484600-1733490000@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Climate Justice and Vulnerable Populations_A Framework for Action on Loss and Damage\, and Climate Finance
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Registration\nConcept Note
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/climate-justice-and-vulnerable-populations_a-framework-for-action-on-loss-and-damage-and-climate-finance/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241203T224704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T224755Z
UID:10002602-1733445000-1733491800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:"Let's Collaborate and March for Peace" NGO Committee of Spirituality\, Values and Global Concerns - NY
DESCRIPTION:Join Online
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/lets-collaborate-and-march-for-peace-ngo-committee-of-spirituality-values-and-global-concerns-ny/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T131500
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241203T203918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T203934Z
UID:10002599-1733404500-1733404500@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Financial and Digital Inclusion in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Innovation: Opportunities\, Challenges and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Registration\nConcept Note \n 
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/financial-and-digital-inclusion-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence-and-data-driven-innovation-opportunities-challenges-and-solutions/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241203T204346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T205415Z
UID:10002600-1733318100-1733322600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:How FfD4 Can Strengthen Funding for Social Protection and Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: December 4; 1:15-2:30 PM;\nLocation: Hybrid; In-person: Conference room -22\, 15th floor\, Secretariat Building UNHQ\nZoom Registration\nConcept note: LINK
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/how-ffd4-can-strengthen-funding-for-social-protection-and-healthcare/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event,UN-NGO Collaboration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241203T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241203T225421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T225432Z
UID:10002603-1733239800-1733239800@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:General Assembly CSD
DESCRIPTION:Dear members and guests\,\nplease find attached  the corrected minutes of November 5 2024\,  the Agenda of the General Assembly and the  list of candidates. The voting credentials have been sent to the focal point of the organisations in good standing.\nWe are looking forward seeing you at the meeting in person or online (zoom link below) to look back as per statutes and to discuss our future agenda.\n\n\nKind regards\nIngeborg\n\nBoard positions CSD GA 2024\nGeneral Assembly December3rd 2024\nminutes CSD meeting November 5 2024
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/general-assembly-csd/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241112T185235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T192705Z
UID:10002598-1732194000-1732201200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:NGO Committee on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
DESCRIPTION:Friends; \nPlease find attached the Minutes of our last meeting (October) and the Agenda for our upcoming meeting. The Zoo link is in the Agenda – and I add it here for your convenience.\n\nNovember 21\, 2024 1-3 pm EST\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81443041515?pwd=6ENAqSYrrkWCMJ8sWvFZAw7SzHpuUm.1\n\n\n\nSee Agenda Here\nMINUTES from October 17\, 2024\n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you in a little over a week.\n\nDaniel\nCommunications Secretary\nNGO Committee on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/ngo-committee-on-the-rights-of-indigenous-peoples/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241112T181406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T181431Z
UID:10002597-1732003200-1732008600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Global consultation with civil society: Digital Rountable on UNDP’s New Strategic Plan 2026-2029
DESCRIPTION:Dear All\, \nUNDP is pleased to invite you to a dedicated civil society digital roundtable discussion on the new UNDP Strategic Plan 2026-2029\, on Tuesday November 19\, 8.00-9.30 EST. \nThis Roundtable is co-organized by UNDP and civil society representatives and is an integral part of the ongoing global consultations. It will be open to all civil society actors at global\, regional and country level. \nInitial contributions from UNDP senior management and CSO representatives will be followed by an open floor discussion\, where participants will be encouraged to share their valuable inputs on the overarching questions of the strategic plan consultations\, from their experience: \nRegister Here\nUNDP’s current Strategic Plan 2022-2025 describes the organizations’ purpose and goals and establishes a shared vision of what UNDP aims to achieve. It defines how UNDP remains relevant\, responsive and accountable; defines UNDP’s priorities and how the organization adapts to evolving global challenges; helps allocate resources efficiently; and articulates how UNDP will support partners in reaching their long-term goals\, as well as their immediate needs. \nThe organization’s new Strategic Plan 2026-2029 is currently being developed and will be essential to define how UNDP will adapt and lead in a rapidly changing world; to make UNDP contemporary and futures-focused\, agile and anticipatory; and equipped to meet current and emerging global challenges and opportunities. \nTo achieve this\, your unique expertise and insights are invaluable as we co-create a strategic plan grounded in the lived experiences of those we serve. Throughout November\, all partners are invited to join the online consultation and contribute to a shared knowledge base that will inform the new strategy.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/global-consultation-with-civil-society-digital-rountable-on-undps-new-strategic-plan-2026-2029/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T144500
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241112T180539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T180631Z
UID:10002596-1731590100-1731595500@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:"Responsible Parents\, Responsible Children: Celebrating the Rights of Children" | The NGO Committee on the Family
DESCRIPTION:The NGO Committee on the Family is proud to host\, on the occasion of the anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child:\n \n\n\n\n\n\n“Responsible Parents\, Responsible Children: Celebrating the Rights of Children”\n\n\nFeaturing\n\n\nRABBI DIANA GERSON \nAssociate Executive Vice President\, New York Board of Rabbis \n\nand\n\nKATY FAUST \nFounder & President\, Them Before Us \n\n\n\nDATE: Thursday\, November 14\, 2024\nTIME: 1:15 – 2:45 PM ET\nPLACE: Zoom (link will be provided upon registration)\nREGISTER: HERE\n\n\n\n \nWe look forward to having you join us for this exciting event!\n \nPlease find the flyer with the full event description below and attached!\n\n \nThe NGO Committee on the Family—New York
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/responsible-parents-responsible-children-celebrating-the-rights-of-children-the-ngo-committee-on-the-family/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,CSO event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241022T200720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T201108Z
UID:10002590-1730295000-1730302200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Day of Action for Burma (Featuring Mr. Tom Andrews\, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Myanmar)
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to a Day of Action for Burma\, featuring Mr. Tom Andrews\, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Myanmar. The event is sponsored by the Burma Advocacy Group and co-sponsored by the NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief\, as well as numerous organizations. \nThe event will be held on Wednesday\, October 30\, at 1:30 pm at the Church Center for the United Nations\, 777 United Nations Plaza\, New York City You can learn more about the event in the attached flyer\, where you can also access a livestream on the day of the event if you are unable to attend in person. We look forward to seeing you there. \nWarm regards\, \nJonathan K. Ammons\nPresident\nNGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief\nngoforbny@gmail.com
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/12829/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241029T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241022T172612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T172644Z
UID:10002589-1730219400-1730219400@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Exchange with the Under-Secretary-General for Policy / Échange avec le Secrétaire général adjoint chargé des politiques
DESCRIPTION:Dear Representatives of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) accredited at the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG)\, \nWe are pleased to invite you to an exchange with Mr. Guy Ryder\, Under-Secretary-General for Policy in the Executive Office of the Secretary-General. \nDuring this briefing\, Mr. Ryder will provide an update on the outcomes of the Summit of the Future\, including key recommendations and decisions emerging from the Pact for the Future. The session will offer an opportunity for the Geneva civil society community to engage in an interactive discussion on these critical global priorities and their implementation\, including by various stakeholders in International Geneva. \nThe meeting will take place on Tuesday\, 29 October at 14:30 at the Palais des Nations\, Room XXVI. Mr. Ryder will brief remotely from New York but the meeting will be held in person only and with no interpretation. \nWe invite you to register your participation on Indico on this link: https://indico.un.org/event/1014595/ \nWith best regards\, \nNGO Liaison Unit \n*** \nChèr(e)s représentant(e)s des organisations non gouvernementales (ONG) accréditées auprès de l’Office des Nations Unies à Genève (ONUG)\, \nNous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à un échange avec M. Guy Ryder\, Secrétaire général adjoint chargé des politiques au cabinet du Secrétaire général. \nAu cours de cette séance\, M. Ryder fera le point sur les conclusions du Sommet de l’avenir\, notamment les recommandations et décisions clés issues du Pacte pour l’avenir. Cette session sera l’occasion pour les organisations de la société civile de Genève d’engager une discussion interactive sur ces priorités mondiales essentielles et sur leur mise en œuvre\, y compris par divers acteurs de la Genève internationale. \nLa réunion aura lieu le mardi 29 octobre à 14h30 au Palais des Nations\, salle XXVI. M. Ryder fera le briefing à distance depuis New York\, mais la réunion se tiendra en personne uniquement et sans interprétation. \nNous vous invitons à enregistrer votre participation sur Indico en cliquant sur ce lien: https://indico.un.org/event/1014595/\nAvec nos meilleures salutations\,\nUnité de liaison avec les ONG
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/exchange-with-the-under-secretary-general-for-policy-echange-avec-le-secretaire-general-adjoint-charge-des-politiques/
CATEGORIES:CoNGO Recommended Events,UN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T144500
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241025T212219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T212219Z
UID:10002595-1730207700-1730213100@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Resilience in the Face of Disasters: The Role of Social Protection\, Financial and Digital Inclusion and Inclusive Climate Finance
DESCRIPTION:Resilience in the Face of Disasters: The Role of Social Protection\, Financial and Digital Inclusion and Inclusive Climate Finance \nAn Official Side Event of the Multi-Stakeholder Hearing  \nin preparation for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development \n  \n? In-person: Baha’i International Community conference room\, 866 UN Plaza\, New York  \nPlease register by 5 pm Sunday October 27: https://bit.ly/3C8FI2X \n? Zoom registration: https://bit.ly/3YHP2UF
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/resilience-in-the-face-of-disasters-the-role-of-social-protection-financial-and-digital-inclusion-and-inclusive-climate-finance/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241023T134807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T134807Z
UID:10002591-1730206800-1730212200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Ensuring Peace and Justice: Ending Extra-Judicial Killings from Anti-Apostasy and Blasphemy Laws
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/ensuring-peace-and-justice-ending-extra-judicial-killings-from-anti-apostasy-and-blasphemy-laws/
LOCATION:Church Center for the UN\, 777 United Nations Plaza\, 2nd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10017-3521\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241023T172433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T174435Z
UID:10002592-1729775700-1729780200@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Family Im-Pact: The Role of the Family in the Pact for the Future & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The NGO Committee on the Family is proud to host\, on the occasion of the adoption of the UN Pact for the Future\, including the Global Digital Compact: \n“Family Im-Pact: The Role of the Family in the Pact for the Future & Beyond” \nFeaturing\nDr. Susan Walker\, Emeritus Professor of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota\nand\nDr. Kara Alaimo\, Associate Professor of Communications at Fairleigh Dickinson University \nDATE: Thursday\, October 24\, 2024\nTIME: 1:15 – 2:24 PM ET\nPLACE: Zoom (link will be provided upon registration)\nREGISTER: HERE \nWe look forward to having you join us for this exciting event! \nREGISTER HERE \nCONCEPT NOTE \nThe Family’s Im-PACT: The Role of the Family in the Pact for the Future and Beyond \nThe Pact for the Future was recently adopted with the goal “to protect the needs and interests of present and future generations through the actions in this Pact for the Future.” The Pact\ncommits to “56 actions in the areas of sustainable development” that include an emphasis on “technology and innovation and digital cooperation” with special emphasis on “youth and future\ngenerations.” The achievement of these actions will only be possible through the implementation of “family-friendly and family-oriented policies that support the social and\neconomic development of children and young people so that they can reach their full potential and enjoy their human rights.” \nOur first speaker\, Dr. Susan Walker (Professor Emeritus of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota)\, is the author of Critical Perspectives on Technology and the Family.\nDr. Walker will focus on the impact of technology on the family as well on those practitioners who work directly with families. Her work has identified that the needs for training and support\naround technology content knowledge and practice competencies is overlooked and undervalued. A model for attending to family professionals' technology competence within the\nscope of family impact will be presented\, along with research indicating the value of a supportive context to family professionals' technology acceptance and use. These inform further\npolicy for the inclusion of family professionals in the wider scope of family well-being. \nOur second speaker\, Dr. Kara Alaimo (Associate Professor of Communications at FairleighDickinson University)\, is the author of Over the Influence: Why Social Media is Toxic for Women\nand Girls – And How We Can Take It Back. Dr. Alaimo will discuss how parents can handle their children’s use of social media. At what age should children be allowed to use social media?\nWhat do we need to teach young people about the dangers they could face online and how to use social media in healthy ways? Kara Alaimo\, PhD\, will answer these questions and more in\nthis session focused on how parents should handle their children’s use of social media and help them protect and empower themselves online.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/family-im-pact-the-role-of-the-family-in-the-pact-for-the-future-beyond/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T110736
CREATED:20241022T163845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T165231Z
UID:10002588-1729774800-1729785600@ngocongo.org
SUMMARY:Rally for Peace (NGO Committee on Status of Women-New York)
DESCRIPTION:NGO CSW/NY Peace Rally \nCommemorating UN Security Council Resolution 1325\nThursday 24 October 2024 | 1:00-3:00 PM\nDag Hammarskjold Plaza\, New York City \nConcept Note \nIntroduction: The NGO Committee on the Status of Women\, New York (NGO CSW/NY) is a substantive committee of the Conference of NGOs (CoNGO) with a membership of over 350\ncivil society organizations and a reach of 45\,000 individuals committed to the vision of a world without gender discrimination and gender-based violence. The committee is a convener of\nglobal civil society for the annual UN Commission on the Status of Women and global gender equality advocacy. The UN Security Council Resolution 1325\, adopted in October 2000\, marked a historic moment in the global commitment to advancing gender equality and promoting the leadership of women at all levels of decision-making. This resolution recognizes the disproportionate impact of armed conflicts on women and emphasizes the importance of their leadership in conflict prevention\, resolution\, and peacebuilding processes. To commemorate the anniversary of this significant milestone\, NGO CSW/NY is organizing a Peace Rally at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza in New York City on Thursday 24 October 2024 at 1:00 PM. \nObjective: The Peace Rally celebrates the 24th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 (SCR1325)\, on Women\, Peace\, and Security (WPS) promoting peace\, gender equality\,\nand women’s empowerment. We aim to raise awareness about the importance of the resolution and its impact on global peace and security. Moreover\, the event will provide a platform for\ndiverse voices to unite and call for collective action toward a more peaceful and gender-inclusive world. \nKey Messages:\n1. Empowerment of Women: We celebrate the contribution of women to peace and security\, emphasizing their participation in decision-making processes.\n2. Gender Equality: We advocate for gender equality as a fundamental principle for building peaceful and prosperous societies.\n3. SCR 1325: We call for the full financing and implementation of SCR 1325 and subsequent WPS resolutions.\n4. Inclusivity: We encourage the involvement of youth\, civil society\, and marginalized communities in peacebuilding efforts. \nEvent Highlights:\n1. Peace March: Participants will engage in a symbolic peace march from the Church Center for the UN to the Dag Hammarskjold Plaza\, carrying banners and placards with\nmessages promoting gender equality\, peace\, and the importance of the WPS agenda. \n2. Opening Ceremony: The rally will kick off with an opening ceremony featuring prominent speakers\, including representatives from Member States\, the United Nations\,\nwomen’s rights advocates\, and peacebuilders. They will highlight the significance of UNSCR 1325\, its contribution to global peace\, and a call to action.\n3. Community Engagement: Local NGOs and community organizations will lend their voices by participating in the march.\n4. Networking and Solidarity: The rally will provide a unique networking opportunity for attendees to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations working toward\nsimilar goals. It will foster a sense of solidarity among participants and an effort to contribute to the wider global peace movement. \nTarget Audience: The event is open to all individuals who are passionate about promoting peace\, gender equality\, and women’s participation in peace and security efforts. We encourage\nthe participation of:\n● Member States\n● United Nations representatives and staff\n● Civil society organizations \n● Women’s rights activists\n● Students and young leaders\n● Peace advocates\n● Community members \nCall to Action: Participants will be encouraged to pledge their support for peace for gender equality\, share their insights on social media using event hashtags\, and engage with local and\nglobal initiatives promoting peace and women’s empowerment. \nPartnerships: This event is made possible through partnerships with UN Women\, NGOs\, civil society organizations\, and local community groups. \nOutcome: By the end of the Peace Rally\, we aim to achieve the following outcomes:\n1. Increased awareness of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and its importance in advancing gender equality and peace.\n2. A renewed commitment to promoting women’s active participation in conflict prevention and resolution.\n3. Mobilization of resources and support for initiatives promoting gender equality and peace.\n4. Strengthened connections among individuals and organizations dedicated to causes advancing the WPS agenda. \nConclusion: The “Peace Rally Commemorating UN Security Council Resolution 1325” is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made and the work that still needs to be done in achieving\ngender equality in peace and security efforts. By commemorating this significant resolution\, we aim to galvanize action and empower women to take an active role in building a more peaceful\nand secure world. Join us on Thursday 24 October at 1:00 PM in Dag Hammarskjold Plaza\, New York City\, to be part of this historic event. Together\, we can make a difference.
URL:https://ngocongo.org/event/rally-for-peace-ngo-committee-on-status-of-women-new-york/
LOCATION:Dag Hammarskjold Plaza\, New York City
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