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The global debt crisis and the role of private creditors
worldwide/virtualSharing 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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Briefing for representatives of the civil society by the President of the Human Rights Council
worldwide/virtualOn behalf of the President of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Nazhat Shameem, OHCHR New York Office is pleased to invite you to a virtual briefing on Thursday, 28 October 2021 from 1500 – 1600 New York time. The briefing in virtual setting will provide an opportunity for the President of the Human Rights Council
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UN Commission on Population and Development
worldwide/virtual2022 theme: Population and sustainable development, in particular sustained, inclusive economic growth For full program, background information, and related links, please visit https://www.un.org/development/desa/pd/events/CPD55. Bureau members (fifty-fifth session/2022): H.E. Ambassador Enrique A. Manalo (Republic of the Philippines) - Asia-Pacific Group (Chair) Mr. Andrei Nicolenco (Republic of Moldova) - Eastern European Group (Vice-Chair) Ms. Sara Offermans (Netherlands) - Western European
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Multi-year Expert Meeting on Trade, Services and Development
worldwide/virtualThe ninth session of the Multi-year Expert Meeting on Trade, Services and Development will be held with physical and remote participation from 4 to 6 July 2022. The substantive topic of the session is the evolving landscape of digital trade in services. Participation and Registration: Member States are invited to nominate experts from the public
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15th Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
worldwide/virtualThe Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) was adopted by the General Assembly by its resolution 61/106 of 13 December 2006. It came into force on 3 May 2008 upon its 20th ratification. Article 40 of the Convention stipulates that “The States Parties shall meet regularly in a Conference of States Parties (COSP) in order
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Economic Empowerment of Women in Rural India
worldwide/virtualJoin us for this HLPF side event featuring a lively panel discussion followed by an entrepreneurial showcase. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApcu2tpjoiGdMZpmkCuFutzIkkr9mdBP3N?mc_cid=13e5b4d572&mc_eid=e1bba69d46 __________________________________________________________________________________________ CoNGO Notes: For more information on the NGO Committee on the Status of Women-NY, a Substantive Committee of the Conference of NGOs in Consultative Relationship at the United Nations, please visit ngocsw.org. Likewise, for
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Creating an Enabling, Gender-Responsive Work Environment for the Future: The Role of ILO Convention 190 in Addressing Violence and Harassment in the World of Work
worldwide/virtualAbout: To achieve a job-rich recovery and just transition to a sustainable and inclusive economy, the UN Secretary-General is calling for a Global Accelerator for Jobs and Social Protection Global Accelerator for Jobs and Social Protection that would create at least 400 million jobs and extend social protection to 4 billion women, men, and children
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2022 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: The Role of Indigenous Women in the Preservation and Transmission of Traditional Knowledge
worldwide/virtualThe 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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International Youth Day 2022
worldwide/virtualOfficial 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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NGO Committee on Financing for Development regular monthly meeting
Hybrid | New York | Virtual New York, NY, United StatesJoin the NGO Committee on Financing for Development for their regular monthly meeting on November 4 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm EST at the Baha'i International Community Office at 866 UN Plaza, with Zoom access capabilities for those who are unable to attend in person. As the conference room can accommodate up to 25 participants,
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