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Tenth Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) is a landmark international treaty whose objective is to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and weapons technology, to promote co-operation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy and to further the goal of achieving nuclear disarmament and general and complete disarmament. The NPT represents the only binding
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2 events,
12th Session-United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM)
The twelfth session of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) will be held from 3 - 5 August 2022 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. UN-GGIM, comprising experts designated by the Governments of Member States, seeks to promote international cooperation in global geospatial information management and provide a forum
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3 events,
Denuclearization and Peace on the Korean Peninsula
Denuclearization and Peace on the Korean Peninsula
Co-organizers Solidarity of Peace and Reunification of Korea (SPARK) and People’s Solidarity for Participatory Democracy (PSPD) invite you to this important IN-PERSON discussion on Denuclearization and Peace on the Korean Peninsula! We'll be in Conference Room B, UNHQNY. General Focus: Analysis on the current situation on the Korean Peninsula as well as suggestions for building
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4 events,
The Impact of Storytelling on Isolation in Older Adults
The Impact of Storytelling on Isolation in Older Adults
IFA Global Cafe: In Conversation with Dr. Victor Kuperman and Ms. Nancy Siciliana The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the importance of connecting, communicating, and storytelling within the dialogue of isolation. The “Niagara Stories” project - run through a partnership between McMaster University, the Seniors’ Computer Lab Project, and Cyber Seniors’ Connected Communities Niagara - has
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Nuclear Prayer Day – Hiroshima / Nagasaki Interfaith Peace Gathering
Nuclear Prayer Day – Hiroshima / Nagasaki Interfaith Peace Gathering
Namaste, Please join us! For Nuclear Prayer Day - Hiroshima / Nagasaki Interfaith Peace Gathering on Friday, August 5, 2022, from 2:00 pm onwards, both virtually and in-person at Tillman Chapel, Church Center for the United Nations, 777 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017. Zoom Meeting ID: 898 4657 1811 Link: us02web.zoom.us/j/89846571811 Livestream: facebook.com/unitedreligionsinitiative _____________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes:
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2 events,
2022 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: The Role of Indigenous Women in the Preservation and Transmission of Traditional Knowledge
2022 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: The Role of Indigenous Women in the Preservation and Transmission of Traditional Knowledge
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is celebrated globally on 9 August. It marks the date of the inaugural session of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations in 1982. The Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) is organizing a virtual commemoration of the International Day from 9 am to 11am (EST) on Tuesday,
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2 events,
International Youth Day 2022
Official Commemoration For International Youth Day 2022, DESA will work with the Major Group on Children and Youth (MGCY) to organize a global webinar for its official commemoration. The webinar will provide an opportunity for stakeholders around the world to exchange views on the topic of intergenerational solidarity, intergenerational equity, future generations, and ageism. To ensure
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2 events,
27th Session of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
The twenty-seventh session of the Committee will be held at the United Nations Office at Geneva, in Room XVII at the Palais des Nations, from 15 August to 9 September 2022. The 1st meeting of the session will be convened on Monday, 15 August, at 10 am. A representative of the Secretary-General will open the
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3 events,
International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
On the occasion of the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief (established by the United Nations General Assembly), the UN NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief in New York will be hosting an online event highlighting the continued need for action and advocacy aimed at
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4 events,
Racial discrimination and the right to health, Day of General Discussion 2022
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is starting the elaboration of its General Recommendation n°37 on racial discrimination and the right to health under Article 5 (e)(iv) of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. To start this process, the Committee will convene a day of general discussion
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GAROP briefing for OHCHR Multi-stakeholder Meeting
GAROP briefing for OHCHR Multi-stakeholder Meeting
GAROP briefing for OHCHR Multi-stakeholder Meeting / Sesión informativa de GAROP para la reunión de múltiples partes interesadas de la OACDH The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is organising a multi-stakeholder meeting on 29-30 August 2022 at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, room XVII. This hybrid meeting will take place both
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3 events,
Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security
Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security
Join us for the launch of Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security's (GIWPS) latest climate report, "Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security," in collaboration with the Better Way Foundation. GIWPS experts will highlight key findings from the report and demonstrate how meaningful inclusion of women in local-level
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3 events,
ASEAN Forum on the WPS Agenda: Implementation in South East Asia, with Religious Sector and Faith-Based Organizations
ASEAN Forum on the WPS Agenda: Implementation in South East Asia, with Religious Sector and Faith-Based Organizations
The Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy, in partnership with the South East Asian Women Peace Builders and the UniHarmony Partners Manila is organizing a forum on the UN Women initiative promoting the development of a Regional Plan of action implementing the UNSCR 1325 Women Peace and Security (WPS) agenda in South East Asia. Genuine
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3 events,
CoNGO Open Mic on UN-NGO Relations (For NGOs in Consultative Status Only)
CoNGO Open Mic on UN-NGO Relations (For NGOs in Consultative Status Only)
Dear CoNGO members and NGO Committee leaders, Greetings. I am sending this message to members of NGOs listed as members of CoNGO (Conference of NGOs in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations) and/or members of related NGO committees. By now, if your NGO is in consultative status with ECOSOC, you or someone in your organization would
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4 events,
Committee on the Rights of the Child 91st Session
Join in the 91st Session of the Committee on the Rights of the Child via in-person or remote participation at Palais Wilson in Geneva from 29 August to 23 September 2022! Registration: Please use the given browsers to register here: Google Chrome, Mozilla, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge or Opera All public meetings of the Committee
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Multi-stakeholder meeting on older people’s human rights
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is organising a multi-stakeholder meeting on 29-30 August 2022 at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, room XVII. This hybrid meeting will take place both in person and online. NGOs are encouraged to attend in person if possible. You do not need to have ECOSOC status
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OHCHR’s multi-stakeholder meeting on the human rights of older persons
OHCHR’s multi-stakeholder meeting on the human rights of older persons will be held on 29 - 30 August 2022, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m CET, in a hybrid format at the Palais des Nations (Room XVII). More information, including on the panellists, is available here. Registration for the event is open until 23 August.
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5 events,
Focused discussion on identifying ways and means of more meaningful engagement of youth in the work of the General Assembly
Focused discussion on identifying ways and means of more meaningful engagement of youth in the work of the General Assembly
Follow-up to the report of the Secretary-General entitled "Our Common Agenda" Focused discussion on identifying ways and means of more meaningful engagement of youth in the work of the General Assembly Tuesday, 30 August 2022, at 3:00 pm Economic and Social Council Chamber, United Nations Headquarters United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, in his report entitled
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4 events,
[deadline] Call for submissions to CoNGO consultation on resolution 1996/31
Attention dear NGO partners: The Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) will hold consultations with organizations in consultative status with ECOSOC to discuss questions of interest to the Committee or to the organizations relating to the relationship between the NGOs and the United Nations in line with paragraph 61 (a) of ECOSOC resolution 1996/31. The consultations
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[deadline for inputs] Draft guidance on Mental Health, Human Rights, and Legislation published jointly by WHO & OHCHR
Call for inputs: Draft guidance on Mental Health, Human Rights, and Legislation published jointly by WHO and OHCHR Purpose: The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) invites Member States, and relevant regional and international intergovernmental organizations; national human rights institutions, equality bodies, United Nations funds, programmes, and specialized agencies, organizations of persons with
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3 events,
European and Central Asian Seminar Contribution of Development to the Enjoyment of all Human Rights
Europe and Central Asia Regional Seminar Join us in exploring this year's theme, The Contribution of Development to the Enjoyment of All Human Rights, both online and in-person in Room XXV, Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland. On Sept. 1 and 2, events will be available to watch live here! Read the concept note, participation guidelines,
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