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Youth Peace Challenge 2024
The Youth Peace Challenge (YPC) is a global citizenship education program for youth leadership and stewardship for peace and 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development/SDGs including climate change (SDG 13) in the context of the UN Summit of the Future(SOTF) in New York on 22-23 September 2024. General Theme: "Youth for Sustainable Future – Role of
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World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)+20 Forum High-Level Event
The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event will mark a significant milestone of twenty years of progress made in the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society, which took place in two phases — Geneva in 2003 and Tunis in 2005. Twenty years ago WSIS set the framework for global digital cooperation
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The WSIS Moon Shot: Celebrating 20 years and crystal-balling the next 20!
The WSIS Moon Shot: Celebrating 20 years and crystal-balling the next 20!
WSIS Celebrate two decades of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) and explore our digital journey ahead! Dive into successes, challenges, and cutting-edge tech shaping our digital future. Join experts from diverse backgrounds as we pave the way for a more connected and inclusive world! Reflecting on WSIS milestones & lessons learned Tackling
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WHA hybrid side event. ‘From Plan To Impact’
WHA hybrid side event. ‘From Plan To Impact’
As we approach the final year of the dementia Global Action Plan, we are amplifying our call for a much-needed extension and looking to strategize on better ways to connect, in the NCD space in the build up to the 2025 High-Level Meeting - especially around risk reduction. When & where: Wednesday 29 May. Beau
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CACCI Webinar on Envision The Future of AI
CACCI Webinar on Envision The Future of AI
INTRODUCTION In recent years, the term AI (Artificial Intelligence) has surged to prominence within global commerce and industry, symbolizing a pivotal technological frontier. The trajectory of AI development not only holds the key to enhancing national competitiveness but also for advancing in the societal, commercial, and educational landscapes. Understanding the multifaceted impacts of AI across
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Language Rights for Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
The Study Group on Language and the United Nations presents Language Rights for Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions A Virtual Symposium on 10-11 June 2024 Multilingualism is a core value of the United Nations. Yet it is rarely addressed in relation to the targets and indicators of the Sustainable Development Goals. Recent milestones call
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2024 CRNGO Annual Meeting
2024 CRNGO Annual Meeting
The Committee of Religious NGOs at the United Nations cordially invites you to join us for our Annual Meeting and Luncheon event. Date: Monday, June 10, 2024 Time: 11am - 2pm (ET) Location: The Baha'i International Community UN Office (866 United Nations Plaza #120, New York, NY 10017)
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Expert meeting on the human rights obligations of States regarding violence against, abuse and neglect of older persons in all settings
DATE 13 - 14 June 2024 LOCATION ONLINE Documentation Draft agenda Concept note Resolution Flyer Registration
NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief June Meeting
NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief June Meeting
We are pleased to invite you to a virtual meeting of the NGO Committee on Freedom of Religion or Belief, to be held via Zoom on Thursday, June 13, 2024, 10:00-11:30 am EDT. We are delighted to hear from Dr. Susan Kerr, Senior Advisor on Freedom of Religion or Belief at the Organization for Security and Co-operation in
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NGO-GVA-Talk: Insights from the 14th OEWGA with Ina Voelcker and Silvia Perel-Levin
NGO-GVA-Talk: Insights from the 14th OEWGA with Ina Voelcker and Silvia Perel-Levin
Join us for an exclusive online briefing session with Ina Voelcker, Head of the Secretariat for International Policy on Ageing at BAGSO, and Silvia Perel-Levin, independent consultant on ageing, health, and human rights of older persons. In this session, they will share their valuable insights and experiences from their recent participation in the 14th
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From Many, One: Multi-Faith Actors Celebrate ICPD Achievements, Build Bridges, and Shape the Future for Gender Justice
From Many, One: Multi-Faith Actors Celebrate ICPD Achievements, Build Bridges, and Shape the Future for Gender Justice
Three decades ago, governments of the world affirmed, in a landmark consensus, that sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights are enmeshed with, and inseparable from, the broader aims of sustainable development. On the 30th anniversary of adopting the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action, you are warmly invited to a session
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NGO COMMITTEE ON PEACE – VIENNA – HYBRID INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION MEETING on “The Nexus of Global Climate change, Sustainability and Peace”
NGO COMMITTEE ON PEACE – VIENNA – HYBRID INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION MEETING on “The Nexus of Global Climate change, Sustainability and Peace”
NGO COMMITTEE ON PEACE - VIENNA INVITATION to a HYBRID INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION MEETING on "The Nexus of Global Climate change, Sustainability and Peace" At the VIC*: Date: Wednesday, June 26th, 2024 Time: 15.00 hours (3.00 PM CET) Place: Vienna International Centre, C-Building, 7th floor, Room CR3 Or Online – via Zoom: Login from 14.45 hours (2.45 PM CET) (Meeting-ID: 818
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UNESCO Policy Dialogue on AI Governance
UNESCO Policy Dialogue on AI Governance
Event summary With the arrival of generative AI, governments around the world have started to pay urgent attention to the risks of these increasingly powerful and ubiquitous systems, and to develop and implement new governance frameworks. The European Union has adopted a binding horizontal framework for AI regulation with the AI Act. Other major developments include
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