Advancing sustainable development by 2030 and beyond
- What has changed in the development landscape since 2015 that demands changes in how we approach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? ...
What is social justice and how is the UN helping make it a reality?
- In recent years, the term "social justice" has become a significant part of public discourse, often invoked in discussions about equality, human rights...
Forging a path towards a world where everyone can thrive
- “Societies built on inclusion, social justice and solidarity can more easily scale up investments in policies advancing social progress,” said UN DESA’s Under-Secretary-General Li Junhua as the Commission for Social Development opened its 63rd session on 10 February 2025.
Multilateralism: What is it, and why does it matter?
- Multilateralism is a term frequently used at the United Nations, but it’s not a concept that is only relevant to the corridors and conference rooms where international diplomacy takes place.
Scaling up or losing steam? Parliamentarians debate the future of the SDGs
13 February 2025 - As the clock ticks toward 2030, parliamentarians gathered at UN Headquarters in New York on Thursday to assess...
Delivering on transformations through partnerships
11 February 2025 - “Climate change, the rapid advancing pace of technology, conflicts, and humanitarian crises are testing the architecture that we have built to maintain peace and security...
Strengthening solidarity and inclusion for social development
7 February 2025 - 30 years ago, world leaders united around a groundbreaking commitment to put people at the centre of development. At the World Summit for Social Development in Copenhagen, they pledged to eradicate poverty, promote social integration, and achieve full and productive employment for all.
2025: A turning point for financing a more sustainable future
7 February 2025 - A turning point for financing for development awaits in 2025. With the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) from 30 June to 3 July 2025 in Seville...
Applications open for the 2026 United Nations Public Service Awards
6 February 2025 - Applications are now open for the 2026 United Nations Public Service Awards (UNPSA). UNPSA recognizes excellence in public service at the national, sub-national and local level.
UN ECOSOC holds its 2025 Coordination Segment
5 February 2025 - The international community will come together on 6-7 February, at UN Headquarters in New York for the 2025 ECOSOC Coordination Segment.
“Partnering as equals in co-creating a better future”
4 February 2025 - “We will not be able to make progress on the Sustainable Development Goals without […] a full sense of partnership,” said ECOSOC President Ambassador Bob Rae, as we spoke with him ahead of the 2025 ECOSOC Partnership Forum on 5 February at UN Headquarters in New York.
Amplifying the voices of civil society
3 February 2025 - Established in 1946, the Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) is a standing committee of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
New ‘Future in Focus’ review spotlights UN DESA’s foresight efforts
3 February 2025 - Our complicated modern era requires leaders to use foresight to make strategic choices to shape a resilient, inclusive and sustainable world.
Towards a brighter future for the ocean
23 January 2025 - Preparations for the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) have wind in their sails. From 14 to 15 January 2025, the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)...
At Davos, Guterres slams backsliding on climate commitments
22 January 2025 - The world’s political and business elite present in Davos on Wednesday faced an uncompromising address from UN chief...