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Civil Society Forum 2010

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A/C.3/64/L.9/Rev.1- Implementation of the outcome of the World Summit for Social Development

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New Resolution on the Second United Nations Decade for the Eradication of Poverty (2008-2017)

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Video of the 2009 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.

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EGM on Indigenous Peoples' Development with Culture and Identity

Webmaster — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:00:04 -0500

The Meeting will be attended by Permanent Forum members, indigenous experts, States and representatives from UN Agencies and Funds. Representatives of indigenous peoples organizations are all welcome to attend.

Panel discussion on Social protection floor, 4 November 2009

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UN Youth Flash, October 2009

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Expert Group Meeting (EGM) on Policies to Advance Social Integration, 2-4 November 2009

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Information Note on NGOs participation at the 48th Session of the Commission for Social Development

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UNPFII Message Stick Quarterly Newsletter, August-October 2009

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EGM on Practical Strategies to Promote Social Integration: Lessons learned from existing policies and practices, 17 – 19 November 2009, in Accra, Ghana

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as part of the preparations for the 48th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD), which is scheduled to take place in New York from 3 to 12 February 2010.

EGM on Policies to Advance Social Integration, 2-4 November 2009

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"Stand Up Against Poverty" event at the United Nations International School (UNIS), 16 October 2009.

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Photos of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 19 October 2009

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Social Development Link Newsletter, No.2 Issue May-August 2009

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Second Session of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Webmaster — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:39:10 -0500

UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 19 October 2009.

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Photos of the International Day of Older Persons, 1 October 2009.

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GA Third Committee: Statement by Mr. Jean-Pierre Gonnot, Acting Director, DSPD, 5 October 2009 [French]

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UN Youth Flash September 2009

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Newsletter of the UN Programme on Ageing, Issue 24

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World Development Report 2010

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New Publication: “A Digital Shift: Youth and ICT for Development – Best Practices”

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Survey on the Impact of the Global Crises on Civil Society Organizations

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Social Watch Report 2009: Making finances work: People first.

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Meet the Youth Delegates to the 64th Session of the General Assembly

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The UN GA Second and Third Committees

Webmaster — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:27:56 -0500

The Second Committee (organization of work A/C.2/64/L.1) and Third Committee (organization of work A/C.3/64/L.1) will begin their general debates on Monday, 5 October 2009. The Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs, Mr. Sha Zukang, will address the Second Committee.

UNU - Policy Briefs on the Global Economic Crisis

Webmaster — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:26:23 -0500

Memorandum of the SG 64th Session of the GA

Webmaster — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:24:22 -0500

Memorandum of the Secretary-General Organization of the 64th regular session of the General Assembly, adoption of the agenda and allocation of items is now available (A/64/BUR/1 and Corr.1).

The World Economic and Social Survey 2009: Promoting Development, Saving the Planet, was launched today.

Webmaster — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:01:03 -0500

This flagship publication from the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) argues that failing to address the current level of global inequality over the next half century or more, while the world goes about trying to solve the climate problem, is economically, politically and ethically unacceptable. It contends that low-emissions, high-growth pathways for development are both feasible and necessary. Download the report in full (pdf) from the web site.

NEPAD'S 7th Consolidated Report

Webmaster — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:21:45 -0500

The United Nations Secretary General has issued the 7th consolidated report on New Partnership for African Development . This report (A/64/204) highlights the policy measures taken by African countries and organizations in the implementation of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), the response of the international community and the support of the United Nations system during the past year.

UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 19 October 2009

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UN International Day of Older Persons, 1 October 2009.

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UNDP Climate Change Web Site

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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a new climate change web site, www.undpcc.org. The site is a knowledge database for information on key climate change issues, with a focus on analyses of international climate negotiations as well as the economic and policy implications of climate change.

A webpage on the Financial and Economic Crisis has been launched by DESA

Webmaster — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:42:07 -0500

First World Humanitarian Day, 19 August 2009

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Shuaib Chalklen of South Africa has been appointed the Special Rapporteur on Disability of the Commission for Social Development for the period 2009-2011.

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Overview of the 2009 Report on the World Social Situation

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Follow-up to the implementation of the World Summit for Social Development A/64/157

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64th Session of the General Assembly: Advance unedited versions of Secretary-General Reports prepared by DSPD

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UN International Day of the World's Indigenous People, 10 August 2009

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UN International Youth Day, 12 August 2009

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International Day of Cooperatives, 4 July 2009

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Economic situation 2008-2009 - Economic Commission for Europe

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The report on The economic situation in 2008-2009 in the Economic Commission for Europe region: Europe, North America and the Commonwealth of Independent States has been issued (E/2009/16).

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) will hold its substantive session of 2009 from 6 to 31 July at the United Nations Office at Geneva

Webmaster — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:37:57 -0500

The Second Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Webmaster — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:16:30 -0500

will take place in New York from 2 to 4 September 2009. The Conference of States Parties is serviced by DESA, while the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is serviced by OHCHR.

Africa economic and social conditions 2009

Webmaster — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:42:59 -0500

The report on the Overview of the economic and social conditions in Africa 2009 has been issued (E/2009/17).

The Economic Report on Africa 2009

Webmaster — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:58:58 -0500

The Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA ) has released The Economic Report on Africa 2009. This report (Fulltext Pdf), highlights the recent economic trends and prospects in Africa.

The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues concluded its Eighth Session

Webmaster — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:37:57 -0500

Latest press release.

UNDP Annual Report 2009

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Conference at the Highest level on the World Financial and Economic Crisis, 24-26 June2009

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Highlights of the Eighth Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum, 18 - 29 May 2009

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Video of the Opening of the Eighth Session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, 18-29 May 2009

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Special Event: Opening meeting of the eight session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.
[Webcast: Archived Video - 1 hour and 29 minutes ]
[Webcast: Archived Video - 1 hour and 29 minutes ]

Statement by Mr. Miguel d’Escoto Brockmann, President of the General Assembly.
[Webcast: Archived Video - English: 18 minutes ]
[Webcast: Archived Video - Spanish / English: 18 minutes ]
Statement by Deputy Secretary-General Asha‑Rose Migiro
[Webcast: Archived Video - 8 minutes ]

Economic Commission for Africa report 2008 is now available

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International Day of Families, 15 May 2009

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Message of the Secretary General | English |

Provisional Agenda of the Forty-Eighth Session of the Commission for Social Development, 3-12 February 2010

Webmaster — Thu, 07 May 2009 10:43:50 -0500

Conference at the Highest level on the World Financial and Economic Crisis, 1-3 June 2009

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Mother Earth Day special event: Statement by H.E. Mr. Evo Morales Ayma, President of the Plurinational State of Bolivia

Webmaster — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:03:52 -0500

Special Event: Mother Earth Day special event.

Opening statement by Miguel d’Escoto Brockmann , President of the General Assembly
[ Video - 11 minutes ]

Statement by H.E. Mr. Evo Morales Ayma, President of the Plurinational State of Bolivia
[ English | Original language - 15 minutes ]

[ Video - English: 2 hours and 22 minutes ]
[ Video - Original Language: 2 hours and 22 minutes ]

Global Monitoring Report 2009

Webmaster — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:01:54 -0500

The Global Monitoring Report 2009: A Development Emergency notes that the global financial crisis is imperiling attainment of the 2015 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and creating an emergency for development.

World Food Programme Annual Report

Webmaster — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:15:59 -0500

The 2008 Annual report of the World Food Programme (WFP) has been released (E/2009/14). The report includes an executive summary and sections on activities, reform and funding.

Global Financial Stability Report

Webmaster — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:13:32 -0500

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued the Global Financial Stability report: responding to the financial crisis and measuring systematic risks (full-text).

UN-HABITAT Countries Activities Report

Webmaster — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:10:40 -0500

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) has issued Country Activities Report 2009 .

Mother Earth Day Special event, 22 April 2009

Webmaster — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:55:12 -0500

Commission for Social Development report

Webmaster — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:54:18 -0500

The report of the forty-seventh session of the Commission for Social Development is now available (E/2009/26-E/CN.5/2009/9). The session was held in New York on 22 February 2008 and 4-14 February 2009.

DSPD has launched the Social Development Link Newsletter

Webmaster — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:12:07 -0500

Social Development Link is an Online Newsletter published quarterly by the Civil Society and Outreach Unit of the Division for Social Policy and Development. It aims at providing a sharp and synthetic summary of major activities carried out by DSPD. It also intends to highlight some aspects of the work of DSPD that do not fall under a specific cluster and are, therefore, left in the dark.

World Health Day, 7 April 2009

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GA Debate on Food Crisis, 6 April 2009

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ILO Global Job Crisis Observatory

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The International Labour Organization (ILO) has a Global Job Crisis Observatory. In addition to a wealth of information organized by region and by theme, the site links to related news, reports, and publications. Of interest to researchers may be the ILO Library's guide to finding labour statistics.

ECOSOC President's Corner

Webmaster — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:57:38 -0500

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) website has launched a President's Corner. The new site presents information about the key issues on the ECOSOC agenda and includes an online lecture series featuring the views of policy- and decision-makers on the issues.

EGM on "Cooperatives in a world in crisis" in New York, 28-30 April 2009

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The meeting is organized by the Division for Social Policy and Development of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) in coordination with the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA).

NGO Committee report 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:23:35 -0500

The report of the Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations on its 2009 regular session is now available (E/2009/32 (Part I)). During the session, the Committee recommended 64 NGOs for consultative status and deffered 82 for further consideration at its resumed session to be held from 18-27 May 2009 in New York.

World Autism Awareness Day, 2 April 2009

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General Assembly financial crisis meeting

Webmaster — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:17:13 -0500

The General Assembly has convened an Interactive Thematic Dialogue of the UN General Assembly on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and Its Impact on Development. The meetings, held in accordance with the Doha Declaration (A/CONF.212/7, resolution 1, annex, para.79), start today and will continue throughout the week. Reports and related documents from various agencies have been posted on the website.

UNCTAD issues "The global economic crisis report"

Webmaster — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:09:58 -0500

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has issued The global economic crisis: systemic failures and multilateral remedies.

DSPD Expert Group Meetings

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International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, 25 March 2009

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Interactive Thematic Dialogue "The World Financial and Economic Crisis and Its Impact on Development"

Webmaster — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:27:00 -0500

A/RES/63/229: Role of microcredit and microfinance in the eradication of poverty

Webmaster — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:43:04 -0500

Expert Group Meeting on "Family policy in a changing world: Promoting social protection and intergenerational solidarity"

Webmaster — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:46:23 -0500

14-16 April 2009, in Doha, Qatar. The Meeting is organized by the Division for Social Policy and Development of UN DESA in cooperation with the Doha International Institute for Family Studies and Development.

The State of African Cities Report 2008 released by UN-HABITAT

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International Expert Workshop on Indigenous Peoples' Rights, 27-29 March, Manila, Philippines

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Seminar on “Aligning migration and development goals”

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Financial crisis affect on developing countries

Webmaster — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:44:34 -0500

The World Bank has issued a report entitled, Swimming Against the Tide: How Developing Countries Are Coping with the Global Crisis, in advance of the meeting of the G-20 (full text, pdf, 235 KB). The World Bank predicts that the global economy will shrink for the first time since World War II. Press Release.

Expert Group Meeting on "Mainstreaming Disability in Millennium Development Goals policies, processes and mechanisms: Development for All”

Webmaster — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 10:03:59 -0500

14-16 April 2009, WHO Headquarters, Geneva

New Videos added to DSPD Multimedia

Webmaster — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:59:20 -0500

Violence against Women database

Webmaster — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:48:46 -0500

In connection with International Women's Day, 8 March 2009, the database has been launched. The information received from governments in response to a questionnaire forms the core of the database. Learn more about the UN's work on this topic from the Issues on the Agenda page on Women.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights - Annual Report

Webmaster — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:47:55 -0500

Annual report of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights was issued (A/HRC/10/31). See press-release.

Blue Heart Campaign

Webmaster — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:46:02 -0500

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) launched a new campaign on 5 March 2009 to fight human trafficking. The Blue Heart Campaign aims to raise awareness and bring people together against this crime that shames us all.

E/C.19/2009/4 - Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Eighth session

Webmaster — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 10:29:04 -0500

Items 3, 4 and 5 of the provisional agenda –– Follow-up to the recommendations of the Permanent Forum –– Human rights –– Half-day discussion on the Arctic –– Informationreceived from Governments –– Namibia

International Women's Day 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:32:02 -0500

UNU Lectures Series Emerging Thinking on Global Issues: "Explaining the Financial Crisis and What It Mean for the Future of Global Development"

Webmaster — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:50:09 -0500

Civil Society handbook on human rights

Webmaster — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:52:05 -0500

A new guide for civil society actors - Working with the United Nations Human Rights Programme: A Handbook for Civil Society has been issued by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Download the handbook in full, (pdf) or by chapters and also get information on how to order a hardcopy from the website.

DSPD Brochure is now available online

Webmaster — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:30:49 -0500

World Demographic Trends

Webmaster — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:56:51 -0500

The report of the Secretary-General on the World demographic trends has been issued (E/CN.9/2009/6). According to the report summary, today's world population stands at 6.8 billion and is projected to reach 9 billion in 2045, if fertility continues to decline in developing countries.

Chairperson's Summary, 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

Webmaster — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:48:08 -0500

The First World Day of Social Justice, Friday 20 February 2009

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In November, the General Assembly declared in resolution 62/10 that 20 February will be celebrated annually as the World Day of Social Justice. For more information, visit the World Day of Social Justice website, maintained by the Social Perspective on Development Branch of the United Nations Department of Economic & Social Affairs (UNDESA). The World Day of Social Justice was launched on 10 February 2009.

The UNPFII Message Stick October 2008/January 2009 is now available online

Webmaster — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:18:45 -0500

The Fifty-Third Session of the Commission on the Status of Women, New York from 2 to 13 March 2009.

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Panel discussion on Social Justice for a Fair Globalization (20 February 2009, 9 – 11:30 am, ECOSOC)

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The first World Day of Social Justice, 20 February 2009

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The first World Day of Social Justice, proclaimed by the UN General Assembly last November, will be observed on Friday 20 February 2009. On this occasion, the ILO will organize a panel discussion in Geneva on The Crisis: Threat or Opportunity for Social Justice? at ILO Geneva (Governing Body Room from 3-5pm)

The First Session of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)

Webmaster — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:45:02 -0500

will take place in Conference Room AH, Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland from 23 to 27 February 2009. CRPD is the body of independent experts which monitors implementation of the Convention by the States Parties.

Concluding Forty-Seventh Session, Commission for Social Development approves texts On Africa, Ageing, Decent Work, Youth Programmes

Webmaster — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:26:54 -0500

Draft Resolution: First review and appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing, 2002, E/CN.5/2009/L.6

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Draft Resolution: Policies and Programmes involving Youth, E/CN.5/2009/L.4:

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Sudan Draft Resolution, E/CN.5/2009/L.3: Follow-up to the World Summit for Social Development and the twentyfourth

Webmaster — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:19:12 -0500

Delegates outline national services for Elderly, Young People as Commission for Social Development considers protection of most vulnerable groups

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Launch of the World Day of Social Justice, 10 February 2009

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Commission for Social Development hears Briefing by Rapporteur as it Focuses On Persons with Disabilities, situation of Youth, Older People

Webmaster — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 12:49:47 -0500

Videos of the 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

Webmaster — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:27:13 -0500

Decent Work Agenda extolled as key component of Integration as Commission for Social Development continues general discussion

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Social Integration lacks attention it deserves, Under-Secretary-General says as Commission for Social Development begins Forty-Seventh Session

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List of Panelists - 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

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Press Releases - 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

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Statements - 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

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E/CN.5/2009/CRP.2

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Note by the Secretariat on the impact of current global crises on social development, E/CN.5/2009/CRP.2

E/CN.5/2009/CRP.1

Webmaster — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:25:12 -0500

Draft Programme of Work of the Division for Social Policy and Development of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs for the biennium 2010-2011, E/CN.5/2009/CRP.1

Global Employment Trends

Webmaster — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:24:20 -0500

The International Labour Office (ILO) has issued its annual Global Employment Trends report (full text, pdf, 569 KB). The report assesses the impact of the global financial crisis on employment, unemployment, working poverty and labour market vulnerability in 2009.

New Publication: Income Inequality in the Age of Financial Globalization

Webmaster — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:09:29 -0500

Launch of the World Day of Social Justice, New York, 10 February 2009

Webmaster — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:20:03 -0500

Organized by the Division for Social Policy and Development,Department of Economic and Social Affairs, in cooperation with the International Labour Organization and the Permanent Mission of Kyrgyzstan will take place in conjunction with the Commission for Social Development.Interactive panel discussion will be moderated by Ms. Rachel Mayanja, ASG, Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women. Mary Robinson, former president of Ireland and High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997-2002) will be among the panelists.

47th Session of the Commission for Social Development - Latest News

Webmaster — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:18:10 -0500

List of Side Events during the 47th Session of the Commission for Social Development

Webmaster — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:09:20 -0500

ECOSOC elects a new President for the 2009 Session

Webmaster — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:27:21 -0500

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) elected Ambassador Sylvie Lucas of Luxembourg today as its 65th President.

World Economic Situation and Prospects 2009 launches today

Webmaster — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:50:17 -0500

World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) is a joint product of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and the five United Nations regional commissions.

FAQs - Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (Fact Sheet 33)

Webmaster — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:49:35 -0500

UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) issued Frequently Asked Questions on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights: Fact Sheet No.33 (full-text, 1.72 MB) as part of The Human Rights Fact Sheet series.

2008 resolutions adopted at the Sixty-third session of the General Assembly

Webmaster — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:06:25 -0500

The United Nations Resolutions in the Social Policy Area webpage has been updated to include the 2008 resolutions adopted at the Sixty-third session of the General Assembly.

Eighth Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, 18 - 29 May 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:41:52 -0500

Provisional agenda, documentation and practical information for participants for the eighth session are available online.

2009 Regular Session of the Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations, 19-28 January 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 12:52:54 -0500

Background information on the Committee, its procedures, forms and documentation, is available on the Web site of the DESA NGO Section.

Report of the Secretary-General on promoting social integration, E/CN.5/2009/2

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Provisional annotated agenda and proposed organization of work, E/CN.5/2009/1

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World Youth Alliance, E/CN.5/2009/NGO/11

Webmaster — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:29:02 -0500

Handbook on LDC category

Webmaster — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:27:47 -0500

The Committee for Development Policy has issued a new publication, Handbook on the Least Developed Country Category: Inclusion, Graduation and Special Support Measures (full text, pdf).

ESCWA - Integrated Social Policy Report II

Webmaster — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:27:51 -0500

UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) issued Integrated social policy: from concept to practice - Report II (full text, pdf) as a result of the 2nd phase of the Integrated Social Policies Project launched by UN ESCWA in 2002.

Health, Human Rights and Poverty Reduction Strategies

Webmaster — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:20:00 -0500

UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) jointly with the World Health Organization (WHO) published Health, Human Rights and Poverty Reduction Strategies (HR/PUB/08/5) - full text, pdf (2.55 MB). Its main objective is to help policymakers to incorporate human rights into their national health strategies as part of their national poverty reduction strategies (PRSs).

Eighth Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, UN Headquarters, New York 18-29 May 2009

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:05:21 -0500

47th Session of the Commission for Social Development, 4-13 February 2009

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:47:23 -0500

Social Integration is the priority theme for the 2009-2010 review and policy cycle, taking into account the relationship with poverty eradication and full employment and decent work for all.
Members of the Bureau | Documents of the Commission | NGOs Statements |

Social Panorama of Latin America 2008

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:16:01 -0500

UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) issued Social Panorama of Latin America 2008. This edition provides an assessment of social trends in the region with regard to poverty, income distribution, employment, demographic bonus and youth violence. Download full-text, pdf.

Statement by International Federation of Social Welfare - NGO, E/CN.5/2009/NGO/5

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:06:26 -0500

Statement by AARP - NGO, E/CN.5/2009/NGO/1

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Note by the Secretary-General transmitting the report of the Board of the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development, E/CN.5/2009/8

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:04:21 -0500

Report of the Secretary-General on the strategic implementation framework for the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing, 2002, E/CN.5/2009/5

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:03:42 -0500

Report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of the draft resolution entitled “Promoting full employment and decent work for all", E/CN.5/2009/4

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:03:18 -0500

Report of the Secretary-General on the social dimensions of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development, E/CN.5/2009/3

Webmaster — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:02:28 -0500

Note by the Secretary-General on the Nominations of members of the Board of the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development, E/CN.5/2009/7

Webmaster — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:17:24 -0500

Note by the Secretary-General transmitting the report of the Special Rapporteur on the monitoring of the implementation of the Standard Rules on the Equalization of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities

Webmaster — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:16:44 -0500

Growing Together: Youth and the Work of the United Nations

Webmaster — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:11:33 -0500

The brochure is now available in French version. The brochure is a welcome example of how the United Nations system and the young people it serves are growing together.

The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2008

Webmaster — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:43:19 -0500

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has released its latest report on the food crisis, The State of Food Insecurity in the World 2008. According to the press release accompanying the report, "another 40 million people have been pushed into hunger this year primarily due to higher food prices."

Social Watch Report 2008: Rights is the answer

Webmaster — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:35:55 -0500

Social Watch, a network that today has members in over 60 countries around the world, was created in 1995 as a meeting place for non-governmental organizations concerned with social development and gender discrimination responding to the need to promote the political will required for making the United Nations promises come true.

Human Rights Day - 10 December 2008

Webmaster — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:34:32 -0500

Dignity and justice for all of us is the theme for the year-long commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the the adoption of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. The commemoration was launched a year ago on Human Rights Day, 10 December, marking the day that the declaration was adopted in 1948.

Photos and Videos of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December 2008.

Webmaster — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:44:34 -0500

The Theme this year was: "Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Dignity and justice for all of us" as well as for the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Message of the Secretary General | Photos of the Day | Video of the Opening and Seminar | Video of the Musical Performances

World Economic Situation and Prospects 2009: Global Outlook 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:23:09 -0500

The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the five United Nations regional commissions have released the Global Outlook chapter (full-text, pdf) of the UN World Economic Situation and Prospects 2009 report due out in early January 2009.

Monitoring the Millennium Development Goals

Webmaster — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:01:47 -0500

Workshop in Bangkok will bring together experts from 10 to 12 December to review recommendations for reporting Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The purpose of this workshop is to review recommendations for reporting of MDG data and to establish strategies for dealing with data discrepancies and data gaps at the national and international level.

Publication: Ageing and Development

Webmaster — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:35:00 -0500

This book provides an analysis of the social and economic implications of population ageing and development. It argues that the challenges are not insurmountable, but societies need to put in place the required policies to confront these challenges effectively.

Age Demands Action (coordinated by HelpAge International)

Webmaster — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:00:06 -0500

Age Demands Action (coordinated by HelpAge International): is a campaign that seeks to empower older people to demand policy changes from their leaders. Representatives from 35 countries around the world are taking part and have been engaged in preparations over the past 4 months.

2008 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) resolutions and decisions

Webmaster — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:53:36 -0500

The Commission for Social Development website has been updated to include the 2008 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) resolutions and decisions. ECOSOC resolutions are not issued as individual UN documents, but are published altogether, first in sessional compilations (e.g. E/2008/INF/2 + Add.1), and finally as part of the Official Records (e.g. E/2007/99).

Human Rights System handbook

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:59:27 -0500

In the lead-up to the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations Non-Governmental Liaison Service (NGLS) has produced, in collaboration with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, a handbook entitled, The United Nations Human Rights System: How to Make it Work for you. Primarily designed for civil society organizations, it offers basic and practical information for understanding how the UN human rights system works. The handbook may be downloaded in English and French from the NGLS web site.

State of the World Population 2008

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:34:00 -0500

Reaching common ground: culture, gender and human rights is the theme of the State of the World Population 2008. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) flagship publication noted that development strategies that are sensitive to cultural values can reduce harmful practices against women and promote human rights, including gender equality and womens empowerment. Full text of the report is available online through the website or can be downloaded in pdf format. Also available for download is the Youth supplement in web or pdf versions.

UNU-ONY Audio/Video Archives

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:32:21 -0500

The United Nations University - Office at the UN, New York (UNU-ONY) announced today (press release) the online availability of audio and video from a number of its past events, including recent forums on Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and economic development approaches.

World Development Report 2009: Reshaping Economic Geography:

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:27:44 -0500

Published by the World Bank, states that economic growth will be unbalanced but development still can be inclusive.

International Volunteer Day (IVD) - 5 December 2008

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:15:52 -0500

IVD offers an opportunity for volunteer organizations and individual volunteers to make visible their contributions - at local, national and international levels - to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.

2008 Student Conference on Human Rights

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:15:03 -0500

The 11 th Annual United Nations Student Conference on Human Rights (UNSCHR) will take place on 3-5 December 2008. Participants will explore the timely issue of Climate Change and Human Rights.

Report of the Secretary-General on Implementation of the World Programme of Action for Youth

Webmaster — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:08:17 -0500

progress and constraints with respect to the well-being of youth and their role in civil society (A/64/61E/2009/3) has been issued in all languages.

OHCHR study on key legal measures for the ratification and effective implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Webmaster — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:33:03 -0500

As part of the consultative process which guides the preparation of the study, The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has sought written submissions from relevant stakeholders. The Office has received over 60 responses from States, National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs), and civil society including organizations of persons with disabilities.

The United Nations Climate Change Conference in Poznań, 1-12 December 2008

Webmaster — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:21:00 -0500

The Poznań Climate Change Conference provides the opportunity to draw together the advances made in 2008 and move from discussion to negotiation mode in 2009. Such an outcome at Poznań would build momentum towards an agreed outcome at Copenhagen.

United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) - Third round of funding open for applications

Webmaster — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:16:18 -0500

The UNDEF Third Round of Funding is now open. Applications will be accepted from 10 November to 31 December 2008, and can be made only through the UNDEF online facility. They must be written in English or French, the two working languages of the United Nations. Applications sent by E-mail, fax or post will NOT be accepted.

GA Resolution on indigenous issues

Webmaster — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:57:06 -0500

On 11 November, the Third Committee of the General Assembly adopted draft Resolution A/C.3/63/L.17/Rev.1 on indigenous issues, which contains three operative paragraphs.

International Expert Group Meeting (EGM) on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, UN Headquarters, New York 14-16 January 2009

Webmaster — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:57:58 -0500

The EGM will be attended by indigenous experts and UNPFII members as well as interested Member States, UN Agencies and Indigenous Peoples' Organizations. Interested parties should contact the Secretariat about participating in the EGM as observers. Please note that space in the conference room is limited and the Secretariat may not be able to accommodate all requests for participation.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December 2008

Webmaster — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:57:12 -0500

The Theme this year is: "Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Dignity and justice for all of us" as well as for the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The First Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities concluded its session this afternoon with the election of 12 independent experts

Webmaster — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:42:42 -0500

The 12-member expert body would give due consideration to ways and means of enhancing national capacities for the Conventions implementation, including through international cooperation.

New Publication: National Development Strategies Policy Notes

Webmaster — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:45:59 -0500

The Policy Notes were developed by UNDESA in cooperation with UNDP.

Lecture series launched at Columbia University on Indigenous Peoples' Issues in cooperation with the Secretariat of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

Webmaster — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 13:09:24 -0500

As part of the lecture series launched at Columbia University on Indigenous Peoples' Issues in cooperation with the Secretariat of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, the Chairperson of the Forum, Ms. Victoria Tauli-Corpuz , will speak on "Indigineity and Globalization". The event will take place on Thursday, 30 October, from 4:00 to 5:15pm in the German House (116th Street, east of Amsterdam, south side of the street). The lecture is open to academics and the broader community.

Conference of the States parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, New York on 31 October and 3 November 2008

Webmaster — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:19:53 -0500

The first session of the Conference of the States parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities will take place in New York on 31 October and 3 November 2008. The Conference will elect twelve members of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities on 3 November 2008.

Live Webcast of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2008

Webmaster — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:10:21 -0500

1:15pm Special Event: Observance of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on the theme Human rights and dignity of people living in poverty - Opening ceremony and round table on Turning rhetoric into action Building effective partnerships to combat extreme poverty and exclusion.

Launch of Erica-Irene A. Daes’s book: “Indigenous Peoples: Keepers of our Past – Custodians of our Future”

Webmaster — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:55:30 -0500

Launch of Erica-Irene A. Daess book: Indigenous Peoples: Keepers of our Past Custodians of our Future (organized by IWGIA and the Secretariat of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues) on Monday, 20 October 2008, at 6:00 pm in the Dag Hammerskjold Auditorium. For further information, please contact the Secretariat of the UNPFII at indigenouspermanentforum@un.org.

Panel Discussion on “Second United Nations Decade for the Eradication of Poverty (2008-2017)”, 20 October 2008

Webmaster — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:54:37 -0500

The Second Committee will hold a panel discussion on the Second United Nations Decade for the Eradication of Poverty (2008-2017), 20 October 2008, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the UN Headquarters in New York (Conference Room 2), organized by UNDSPD. Members of Permanent Missions, Secretariat staff, representatives of intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations and the media are invited to attend.

Online Pre-Registration is now available for NGOs with ECOSOC Status

Webmaster — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:38:50 -0500

Online Pre-Registration is now available for NGOs with ECOSOC Status for the Forty-Seventh Session of the Commission for Social Development which will take place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from 4 to 13 February 2009.

New Publication "Regional Dimensions of the Ageing Situation"

Webmaster — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:26:30 -0500

The Publication contributes to the series of events, conferences and publications related to the first review and appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing. It highlights priorities, as well as recent trends and policy developments, in the five UN regions of the world.

The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) issued six commemorative stamps and a souvenir card on the theme “We Can End Poverty”

Webmaster — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:56:41 -0500

The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) issued six commemorative stamps and a souvenir card on the theme We Can End Poverty. The Department of Economic and Social Affairs invited children from all over the world to participate in an art competition in 2007 on the theme We Can End Poverty. Six of the winning entries were selected as stamp designs for the United Nations 2008 We Can End Poverty stamp issue.

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2008

Webmaster — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:47:40 -0500

In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the theme for this year's observance of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is "Human Rights and Dignity of People Living in Poverty".

The 63rd session of the General Assembly Second and Third Committee

Webmaster — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 08:57:30 -0500

The 63rd session of the General Assembly Third Committee will begin its work on Monday, 6 October 2008. The Organization of the work is now available as document A/C.3/63/L.1

The General Assembly Second Committee will begin its general debate on Monday, 6 October 2008. The proposed organization of work is now available as document A/C.2/63/L.1

High-level Event on the Millennium Development Goals, 25 September 2008

Webmaster — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 09:00:37 -0500

The United Nations Secretary-General and the President of the United Nations General Assembly will convene a High-level Event on the Millennium Development Goals at UN Headquarters in New York on 25 September 2008. The High-level Event will be a forum for world leaders to review progress, identify gaps, and commit to concrete efforts, resources and mechanisms to bridge the gaps. Click here for more information.

The 63rd session of the General Assembly

Webmaster — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 08:42:43 -0500

The 63rd session will open on 16 September 2008 and the general debate will take place from 23 September to 1st October 2008.
Plenary meetings and Agenda

International Day of Older Persons, 1 October 2008

Webmaster — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:46:52 -0500

The Theme for this year is: "Rights of Older Persons". Message of the United Nations Secretary-General and more information about this event will be available soon.

United Nations, Sports and the Paralympic Games

Webmaster — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:45:43 -0500

Promoting Human Rights, Development and the Ideals of Humanity (Paralympic Games: 6 - 17 September 2008, Beijing, China). Paralympic athletes embody the highest ideals of humanity - they challenge the boundaries set by society and aim to develop and maximize their potential as world-class athletes.

Ageing in the Kyrgyz Republic

Webmaster — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:45:27 -0500

Workshop in Bishkek starting 15 September 2008 to focus on operationalizing newly-minted national policy on ageing. Experts from UNDESAs Division for Social Policy and Development will head to Bishkek from 15 to 19 September to assist the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection in finalizing a draft national policy and law on ageing for the Kyrgyz Republic.

New Publication: Resource Kit on Indigenous Peoples´ Issues

Webmaster — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:54:00 -0500

SPFII, in cooperation with ILO, UNICEF, UNDP, UNFPA and SCBD has published the Resource Kit on Indigenous Peoples Issues. The Kit is aimed UN Country Teams (UNCTs), and other development agents, providing them with guidance as to how to engage indigenous peoples and include their perspectives in development processes.

Report of the Secretary-General: Implementation of the Second United Nations Decade for the Eradication of Poverty (2008-2017)

Webmaster — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:49:58 -0500

A/63/190: Report of the Secretary-General: Implementation of the Second United Nations Decade for the Eradication of Poverty (2008-2017)

Report of the Secretary-General on the follow-up to the Second World Assembly on Ageing

Webmaster — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:40:40 -0500

A/63/95: Report of the Secretary-General on the follow-up to the Second World Assembly on Ageing

Report of the Secretary-General: Role of microcredit and microfinance in the eradication of poverty

Webmaster — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:27:45 -0500

A/63/159: Report of the Secretary-General: Role of microcredit and microfinance in the eradication of poverty

New Publication "Guide to the National Implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing"

Webmaster — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:41:06 -0500

New Publication: "Guide to the National Implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing". The publication represents the culmination of activities carried out in connection with the Expert Group Meeting on Policies on Ageing at the National Level: Challenges of Capacity Development, organized by DSPD in cooperation with the International Institute on Ageing (Malta) and held in Sliema, Malta, from 13 to 15 June 2007.

New Publication "Growing Together: Youth and the Work of the United Nations "

Webmaster — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:39:20 -0500

New Publication: "Growing Together: Youth and the Work of the United Nations ". The brochure is a welcome example of how the United Nations system and the young people it serves are growing together. By taking stock of UN system activities related to youth development, the brochure provides a chance to assess how effectively the United Nations system is responding to this important development challenge, and it helps to identify any gaps that may exist in our approach.

The 2008 Report of the Secretary-General: Implementation of the outcome of the World Summit for Social Development and of the twenty-fourth special session of the General Assembly

Webmaster — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:05:17 -0500

The 2008 Report of the Secretary-General A/63/133: Implementation of the outcome of the World Summit for Social Development and of the twenty-fourth special session of the General Assembly. The report highlights a number of recommendations for achieving full employment and decent work for all.

International Youth Day, 12 August 2008

Webmaster — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:10:21 -0500

The Theme this year is: "Youth and Climate Change: Time for Action". The selection of this theme for IYD 2008 is in recognition of the fact that climate change has already begun to devastate communities and deepen the effects of poverty and hunger.

The International Day of the World´s Indigenous People, 8 August 2008

Webmaster — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:10:40 -0500

The International Day of the Worlds Indigenous People will be observed at the United Nations Headquarters on Friday 8 August 2008 in the Dag Hammarskjöld Auditorium, from 10:00 to 13:00. It is organized by the Secretariat of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in cooperation with the NGO Committee on the International Decade of the World's Indigenous Peoples.

The United Nations International Day of Cooperatives , 5 July 2008

Webmaster — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:50:53 -0500

The Theme this year is: "Confronting Climate Change through Cooperative Enterprise".

The United Nations Postal Administration issued six commemorative stamps on the theme “Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities”

Webmaster — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:53:23 -0500

On 6 June 2008, the United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) issued six commemorative stamps on the theme Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Click here to download them (PDF). The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities was adopted on 13 December 2006 during the sixty- first session of the General Assembly, by resolution 61/106.

Expert Group Meeting on Goals and Targets for the World Programme of Action for Youth

Webmaster — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:54:05 -0500

Youth in Civil Society and Youth and their Well-being, 19-21 May 2008, United Nations, New York.

International Day of Families, 15 May 2008

Webmaster — Thu, 15 May 2008 15:58:53 -0500

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed that 15 May of every year shall be observed as the International Day of Families. The theme for the International Day of Families 2008 is Fathers and Families: Responsibilities and Challenges.

Celebration of the Entry into Force of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Webmaster — Mon, 12 May 2008 15:54:26 -0500

A commemorative event for the entry into force of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol was organized by the Division for Social Policy and Development, UNDESA on 12 May 2008, New York in the General Assembly Hall at United Nations Headquarters.

The Seventh Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

Webmaster — Fri, 02 May 2008 15:55:14 -0500

The session concluded its work related to climate change and other issues on 2 May 2008. Special theme was: "Climate change, bio-cultural diversity and livelihoods: the stewardship role of indigenous peoples and new challenges".

Report on the Forty-Sixth Session of the Commission for Social Development

Webmaster — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 16:11:28 -0500

6 to 15 February 2008, New York. Priority Theme: "Promoting Full Employment And Decent Work For All".

World Youth Report 2007

Webmaster — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:57:17 -0500

The World Youth Report 2007 examines the challenges and opportunities existing for the roughly 1.2 billion young people between the ages of 15 and 24 in the world. At the same time, it highlights youth as a positive force for development and provides recommendations for supporting their essential contributions.

Report on the World Social Situation 2007

Webmaster — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:57:04 -0500

The 2007 issue of the Report on the World Social Situation focuses on the key role of productive employment and decent work in reducing poverty and promoting social development. The Report surveys the global trends in employment and work, as well as the socio-economic context within which the world of work has evolved in the last two decades. It closely examines four areas of increasing concern: jobless growth, global informalization of the labour market, economic and social liberalization, and migration.