Media Accreditation & Liaison Unit Logistical support and information to members of the press

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses journalists with Margot Wallstrom, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden. UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe

For assistance, visit the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) on the 2nd floor of the Secretariat (S-250).
For photo opportunities with the Secretary-General, report to MALU 30 minutes prior to meeting (photo/video only).
Attendance at briefings is limited to accredited journalists. Information reproduced as received.

Due to COVID mitigation measures, access to UNHQ is restricted and many meetings are taking place remotely. Please check the UN Web TV schedule and UNTV pool operation

26 FEBRUARY 2021

Time	Location	Event
10:00 am	Virtual	Education for Sustainable Development: a driver for building back better The virtual briefing will highlight the crucial role of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as a key enabler for the successful achievement of all SDGs, the COVID rebuilding process, and to create momentum for strengthening ESD in policy and practice (organized by the Group of Friends for Education and Lifelong Learning and UNESCO)
10:00 am	General Assembly Hall	General Assembly: Informal meeting to hear a briefing by the Special Envoy on Myanmar
10:00 am	Virtual	Security Council: OPEN VTC in connection with the Middle East
Following above	Virtual	Security Council: CLOSED VTC in connection with the Middle East
Following above	Virtual	Security Council: VTC to announce the outcome of the vote in connection with Maintenance of international peace and security (S/2021/171)
12:00 pm	S-237	Hybrid Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
Following above	S-237	Hybrid Press Briefing by the Spokesperson for the President of the General Assembly
Approximately 2:00 pm	Security Council Stakeout	Press Encounter: Security Council President for the month of February and UK Permanent Representative, Ambassador Barbara Woodward, will brief the press following the Security Council meeting

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. What should I do if my media ground pass is stolen or missing?

A. If your media ground pass is lost or stolen, you MUST immediately report it to the Media Accreditation Office (located at the corner of 45th Street & First Avenue).

Q. Where do I go to pick up my media ground pass?

A. Please follow instructions in the approval email. Temporary pass applicants should go to the Media Accreditation Office office located at 45th Street & First Avenue. Long-term pass applicants should go to the Pass and ID Unit at 320 East 45th Street (between First and Second Avenues).

Q. What should the letter asking for my accreditation contain?

A. The letter, on letterhead and signed by an authorized official (e.g., the Publisher, Assignment Editor or Bureau Chief) of the media organization seeking accreditation, should have the name(s) of those who need the accrediation, what they will cover and the length of the assignment. It should also specify the function(s) of the individual(s) who will be coming.

Q. Are there any restrictions?

A. Media accreditation is only for coverage of UN activities at Headquarters, and does not constitute an endorsement for any other purpose. At any time, the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) may revoke accreditation if it is put to improper use; if it is determined that the accreditation has not been used to cover UN events; if it has been used to abuse the privileges so extended; or if personal or public conduct is not consistent with the best interest of the Organization. The press pass must not be loaned to another person; UN Security will confiscate any pass in the possession of any individual to whom it was not issued!

If several people from the same company need an accreditation, please have all the names in one letter.

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