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2 events,
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the legacy and resilience of the victims
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the legacy and resilience of the victims
The webinar, part of the ongoing “Remembering Past Massacres” series, will focus on Latin America, with speakers reflecting on the atrocities committed against Indigenous populations in the name of Christianization, the trans-Atlantic slave trade, the ruthless military dictatorships in South America during the 1960s-80s, and the 1937 massacre of Haitians in the Dominican Republic. The
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Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the legacy and resilience of the victims
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the legacy and resilience of the victims
The webinar, part of the ongoing “Remembering Past Massacres” series, will focus on Latin America, with speakers reflecting on the atrocities committed against Indigenous populations in the name of Christianization, the trans-Atlantic slave trade, the ruthless military dictatorships in South America during the 1960s-80s, and the 1937 massacre of Haitians in the Dominican Republic. The
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4 events,
Preventing and Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) as a Tool of War
Preventing and Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) as a Tool of War
Dear Colleagues, Search for Common Ground invites you to join us for a UNGA side-event focused on conflict-related sexual violence as a mechanism of war. This event is hosted in collaboration with the Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues and the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security. Against the backdrop of events transpiring in
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Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy
Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy
Join us on September 29th, 9:00 am GVA for "Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy," an event organized by the Euro Ageism Project. Register here! September is World Alzheimer's Month and the theme for the 2021 campaign is Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's. It's all about the power of knowledge. Campaign resources for anyone wishing
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Preventing and Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) as a Tool of War
Preventing and Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) as a Tool of War
Dear Colleagues, Search for Common Ground invites you to join us for a UNGA side-event focused on conflict-related sexual violence as a mechanism of war. This event is hosted in collaboration with the Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues and the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security. Against the backdrop of events transpiring in
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Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy
Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy
Join us on September 29th, 9:00 am GVA for "Reducing Ageism: Synergies in Research and Policy," an event organized by the Euro Ageism Project. Register here! September is World Alzheimer's Month and the theme for the 2021 campaign is Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's. It's all about the power of knowledge. Campaign resources for anyone wishing
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6 events,
Digital Equity for all Ages: Connect, Respect and Protect Older People in Digital Technologies
Digital Equity for all Ages: Connect, Respect and Protect Older People in Digital Technologies
This year, the International Day of Older Persons 2021 will provide a platform for multi-stakeholder dialogue and serve as a call to action. The #UNIDOP2021 will adopt a person centered, human rights approach to ensure digital equity including adequate policies, access, digital literacy and safety for individuals of all ages. This particular side event from
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Digital Equity for all Ages: Connect, Respect and Protect Older People in Digital Technologies
Digital Equity for all Ages: Connect, Respect and Protect Older People in Digital Technologies
This year, the International Day of Older Persons 2021 will provide a platform for multi-stakeholder dialogue and serve as a call to action. The #UNIDOP2021 will adopt a person centered, human rights approach to ensure digital equity including adequate policies, access, digital literacy and safety for individuals of all ages. This particular side event from
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NIFEA e-conference “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably”
NIFEA e-conference “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably”
Dear friends, Warm greetings from Geneva. On behalf of our Economic and Ecological Justice Programme, please consider yourselves invited to attend the upcoming Online NIFEA (New International Financial and Economic Architecture) E-Conference on “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably” Taking place on Friday 1st October 2021, from 10:00-12:00 CEST and from 14:00-16:00 CEST For additional information, please
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Digital Equity: Policies, Access, Literacy & Safety
Digital Equity: Policies, Access, Literacy & Safety
The NGO Committee on Ageing-New York's program provides a platform for a multi-stakeholder dialogue with a call to action. Speakers will address digital equity, including adequate policies, access, digital literacy, and safety. The virtual program will take place October 1st from 10:00—11:30am EDT. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6cE7POAkqrbuCIgY3L2HFJghTde6BlqlF2HrEayaE4gwoCA/viewform ____________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: The NGO Committee on Ageing-New York
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NIFEA e-conference “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably”
NIFEA e-conference “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably”
Dear friends, Warm greetings from Geneva. On behalf of our Economic and Ecological Justice Programme, please consider yourselves invited to attend the upcoming Online NIFEA (New International Financial and Economic Architecture) E-Conference on “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably” Taking place on Friday 1st October 2021, from 10:00-12:00 CEST and from 14:00-16:00 CEST For additional information, please
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2 events,
Stand up for Rights of Older Persons
Stand up for Rights of Older Persons
Violations of older persons’ human rights have been witnessed before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Decades long implicit biases rooted in ageism have made older people invisible through lack of insightful policies that protect their rights. As the world’s population ages, the trends of human rights violations will undermine the fabric of society and its
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Stand up for Rights of Older Persons
Stand up for Rights of Older Persons
Violations of older persons’ human rights have been witnessed before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Decades long implicit biases rooted in ageism have made older people invisible through lack of insightful policies that protect their rights. As the world’s population ages, the trends of human rights violations will undermine the fabric of society and its
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2 events,
Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference
Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference
Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference: Are Homo Sapiens Destined to be Trapped in the Myth of Unlimited Growth or Do They Have the Potential to Transform Themselves? Dialogue II will feature Dr. Ehrlich, a renowned American professor in population studies, who will offer insights into
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Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference
Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference
Dialogue Ⅱ of the 40th Anniversary of the UN International Day of Peace International Conference: Are Homo Sapiens Destined to be Trapped in the Myth of Unlimited Growth or Do They Have the Potential to Transform Themselves? Dialogue II will feature Dr. Ehrlich, a renowned American professor in population studies, who will offer insights into
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2 events,
Faiths 4 Climate Justice
Two weeks before global climate negotiations, people of diverse religions will rise to send a message: destroying the planet is against our religions. Learn more and register here! On Sunday, Oct. 17: At temples, mosques, and churches around the globe, we’ll call for climate justice and care for the vulnerable by ringing our bells, singing,
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Faiths 4 Climate Justice
Two weeks before global climate negotiations, people of diverse religions will rise to send a message: destroying the planet is against our religions. Learn more and register here! On Sunday, Oct. 17: At temples, mosques, and churches around the globe, we’ll call for climate justice and care for the vulnerable by ringing our bells, singing,
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4 events,
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the Legacy & Resilience of the Victims
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the Legacy & Resilience of the Victims
Dear ecumenical friends, The WCC/CCIA (Commission of the Churches on International Affairs) series of regional webinars focussing on REMEMBERING PAST MASSACRES: HONORING THE LEGACY AND RESILIENCE OF THE VICTIMS will take us this time to the Pacific. We hope you'll join us! Please share in your networks. Date: Monday 18 October 2021 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM CEST (i.e. 8AM
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Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the Legacy & Resilience of the Victims
Remembering Past Massacres: Honoring the Legacy & Resilience of the Victims
Dear ecumenical friends, The WCC/CCIA (Commission of the Churches on International Affairs) series of regional webinars focussing on REMEMBERING PAST MASSACRES: HONORING THE LEGACY AND RESILIENCE OF THE VICTIMS will take us this time to the Pacific. We hope you'll join us! Please share in your networks. Date: Monday 18 October 2021 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM CEST (i.e. 8AM
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4 events,
How Does the Climate Crisis Impact Peace and Security for Women and Youth?
How Does the Climate Crisis Impact Peace and Security for Women and Youth?
Join the NGO Committee on the Status of Women - New York for our regular October Monthly Meeting where we'll discuss the interconnections between Women, Youth, Peace & Security and climate change. Register here! ____________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: The NGO Committee on the Status of Women-NY is a Substantive Committee of the Conference of NGOs
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How Does the Climate Crisis Impact Peace and Security for Women and Youth?
How Does the Climate Crisis Impact Peace and Security for Women and Youth?
Join the NGO Committee on the Status of Women - New York for our regular October Monthly Meeting where we'll discuss the interconnections between Women, Youth, Peace & Security and climate change. Register here! ____________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: The NGO Committee on the Status of Women-NY is a Substantive Committee of the Conference of NGOs
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The impact of the pandemic on the mental health of children & youth
The impact of the pandemic on the mental health of children & youth
The NGO Committee on Children's Rights invites you to our October meeting in recognition of UN World Mental Health month. Register here! Invited panel of experts: Kira Herbert, Educator, Croton-Harmon UFSD, BS Education, MS Education, NYS Teacher of Excellence Erlanger A. Turner, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist Pepperdine University Moderator: Professor Roseanne Flores, Ph.D Dept. Psychology at Hunter College,
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The impact of the pandemic on the mental health of children & youth
The impact of the pandemic on the mental health of children & youth
The NGO Committee on Children's Rights invites you to our October meeting in recognition of UN World Mental Health month. Register here! Invited panel of experts: Kira Herbert, Educator, Croton-Harmon UFSD, BS Education, MS Education, NYS Teacher of Excellence Erlanger A. Turner, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist Pepperdine University Moderator: Professor Roseanne Flores, Ph.D Dept. Psychology at Hunter College,
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2 events,
Civil Society Summit on Substantive Issues
Civil Society Summit on Substantive Issues
REGISTER FOR EACH PANEL BELOW. BIOS OF SPEAKERS ARE FOUND AT THE END OF THIS PAGE. CIVIL SOCIETY SUMMIT ON SUBSTANTIVE ISSUES Held on the Occasion of the United Nations Day 2021 Theme: Shaping the Future: The UN We Need for the World We Want (October 25, 2021, Monday, Virtual, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM,
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Civil Society Summit on Substantive Issues
Civil Society Summit on Substantive Issues
REGISTER FOR EACH PANEL BELOW. BIOS OF SPEAKERS ARE FOUND AT THE END OF THIS PAGE. CIVIL SOCIETY SUMMIT ON SUBSTANTIVE ISSUES Held on the Occasion of the United Nations Day 2021 Theme: Shaping the Future: The UN We Need for the World We Want (October 25, 2021, Monday, Virtual, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM,
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6 events,
ASEM Forum on Human Rights of Older Persons: Present and Future
Join us for this special ASEM Forum focusing on "Protection of the Rights of Older Persons in Emergency Situations." View the full 2-day program here: asemgac.org/mod/mod_form/add.php?no=8&sub_id= __________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: For more information on the NGO Committee on Ageing-NY, please visit ngocoa-ny.org. For more information on the NGO Committee on Ageing-Vienna, please visit ngoageingvie.org. For more
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ASEM Forum on Human Rights of Older Persons: Present and Future
Join us for this special ASEM Forum focusing on "Protection of the Rights of Older Persons in Emergency Situations." View the full 2-day program here: asemgac.org/mod/mod_form/add.php?no=8&sub_id= __________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: For more information on the NGO Committee on Ageing-NY, please visit ngocoa-ny.org. For more information on the NGO Committee on Ageing-Vienna, please visit ngoageingvie.org. For more
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Conversation with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Conversation with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Please join us on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 10:00am to 11:15am (Eastern) for a conversation about Freedom of Thought with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. On the occasion of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, the NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief is hosting a
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Conversation with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Conversation with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Please join us on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 10:00am to 11:15am (Eastern) for a conversation about Freedom of Thought with Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. On the occasion of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, the NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief is hosting a
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Adequate reparation in the future LBI: The example of mining disasters
Adequate reparation in the future LBI: The example of mining disasters
Join us for this official side event during the 7th session of the open-ended intergovernmental working group on transnational corporations and other business enterprises with respect to human rights. Examining the concrete situations in Marinduque Island (the Philippines) and Minas Gerais State (Brazil), panelists will interrogate whether articles in the current draft for the legally
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Adequate reparation in the future LBI: The example of mining disasters
Adequate reparation in the future LBI: The example of mining disasters
Join us for this official side event during the 7th session of the open-ended intergovernmental working group on transnational corporations and other business enterprises with respect to human rights. Examining the concrete situations in Marinduque Island (the Philippines) and Minas Gerais State (Brazil), panelists will interrogate whether articles in the current draft for the legally
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4 events,
Redefining Health: New Approaches for How We Live and Age
Please consider yourself officially invited to join "Redefining Health: New Approaches for How We Live and Age," the AARP’s global conference on Wednesday, October 27th and Thursday 28th from 17:00- 20:00 GVA time (11:00-14:00 NY time). This virtual conference will bring together a roster of premier leaders and experts to discuss proposed solutions and ideas aimed at
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Redefining Health: New Approaches for How We Live and Age
Please consider yourself officially invited to join "Redefining Health: New Approaches for How We Live and Age," the AARP’s global conference on Wednesday, October 27th and Thursday 28th from 17:00- 20:00 GVA time (11:00-14:00 NY time). This virtual conference will bring together a roster of premier leaders and experts to discuss proposed solutions and ideas aimed at
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12 events,
Episcopal Church events at COP26
Dear UN faith-based and civil society partners in climate action at COP26, We hope this finds you doing well as COP26 approaches. Please find yourselves warmly invited to join our Episcopal Church events at COP26 on October 28th, November 6th and November 12th. And of course, we will be in touch with you ahead of and during
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Episcopal Church events at COP26
Dear UN faith-based and civil society partners in climate action at COP26, We hope this finds you doing well as COP26 approaches. Please find yourselves warmly invited to join our Episcopal Church events at COP26 on October 28th, November 6th and November 12th. And of course, we will be in touch with you ahead of and during
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The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors
The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors
Sharing responsibilities as well as benefits? The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors The results of the G20 initiatives to relieve the debt of the Global South, which has been hard hit economically by the pandemic, are sobering. Many eligible countries are reluctant to enter into negotiations. They fear that debt relief
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The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors
The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors
Sharing responsibilities as well as benefits? The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors The results of the G20 initiatives to relieve the debt of the Global South, which has been hard hit economically by the pandemic, are sobering. Many eligible countries are reluctant to enter into negotiations. They fear that debt relief
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COP26, Fossil Fuel Divestment and a Just Transition for All
COP26, Fossil Fuel Divestment and a Just Transition for All
Around the world, faith institutions are supporting a just transition from fossil fuels to clean energy by divesting from fossil fuel companies and investing in climate solutions. More than 500 faith institutions have made fossil fuel divestment commitments, including the Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference, the Methodist Church of Great Britain, the Anglican Church of Southern
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COP26, Fossil Fuel Divestment and a Just Transition for All
COP26, Fossil Fuel Divestment and a Just Transition for All
Around the world, faith institutions are supporting a just transition from fossil fuels to clean energy by divesting from fossil fuel companies and investing in climate solutions. More than 500 faith institutions have made fossil fuel divestment commitments, including the Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference, the Methodist Church of Great Britain, the Anglican Church of Southern
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What the world religious leaders are doing about the climate crisis
What the world religious leaders are doing about the climate crisis
Hosted by the Temple of Understanding, on Oct. 28. Rev. Fletcher Harper and Rev. Brian McGurk will dialogue about the recent "Faith and Science Toward COP26" meeting convened by Pope Francis with 40 world religious leaders and also comment on the Interfaith program called "Faith Plans for People and the Planet" which aims at leveraging
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2 events,
Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue
Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue
Ahead of COP26, the Interfaith Liaison Committee to the UNFCCC is pleased to invite you to an Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue. This hybrid event will include: Talanoa Dialogue In-person Registration (Eventbrite) & online registration (zoom) Prayers & Meditation for a Beneficial COP26 (by Bishop Philip Huggins, Mrs. Sarwat Tasneem & Prayer by Lindsey
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Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue
Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue
Ahead of COP26, the Interfaith Liaison Committee to the UNFCCC is pleased to invite you to an Informal Interfaith dialogue in the spirit of the Talanoa Dialogue. This hybrid event will include: Talanoa Dialogue In-person Registration (Eventbrite) & online registration (zoom) Prayers & Meditation for a Beneficial COP26 (by Bishop Philip Huggins, Mrs. Sarwat Tasneem & Prayer by Lindsey
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