The 31th UN-Water Meeting convened in conjunction to the World Water Week in Stockholm

The 31th UN-Water Meeting was convened in Stockholm earlier this month, immediately prior to the World Water Week. The UN-Water meetings bring Members and Partners together twice a year to carry out

Launch of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6 Data Portal

During the World Water Week in Stockholm the UN-Water SDG 6 Data Portal was launched in the session ‘Looking forward to Phase 2 of SDG 6 monitoring‘ hosted earlier today. The SDG 6 Data Portal is one

High-Level Political Forum 2020 (HLPF 2020)

Preparatory Meeting Ocean Conference 2020

As part of the preparatory process, the Assembly requested the President of the General Assembly to convene a two-day Preparatory Meeting in February 2020, at the United Nations Headquarters in New Yo

Fifth annual Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Devel

Workshop on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs

Meeting of the IATT and 10-Member group under the TFM in preparation of the Multi-Stakeholder Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs 2020 Room C1, Vienna International Centre, Vi

ECOSOC Partnership Forum 2020

ECOSOC Partnership Forum Advisory Monday, 16 March 2020, New York In light of the current global outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus disease, the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC

Webinar: COA on Ocean Acidification

Recording of the webinar can be downloaded here.

World Water Day focusing on the importance of water and climate change

World Water Day, on 22 March every year, is about focusing attention on the importance of water. This year’s theme, ‘Water and Climate Change’, explores how water and climate change are inextricably l

The 32nd UN-Water Meeting was convened at the headquarters of the International Fund for Agricultura

The 32nd UN-Water Meeting was convened at the headquarters of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in late January. Over 60 delegates of UN-Water Members and Partners participat

Shared Responsibility, Global Solidarity – A Virtual Dialogue on SDG 17 and Public-Private Partnersh

A Virtual Dialogue on SDG17 and Public Private Partnerships: COVID-19 Response and Recovery in the Framework of the 2030 Agenda The unfolding pandemic crisis has challenged national governments, the

Strengthening Science and Technology and Addressing Inequalities in the COVID-19 era

Join experts from UN DESA to discuss how the world can better harness science and technology to resolve global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, while leaving no one behind. This webinar will

Integrating the 2030 Agenda into national plans and strategies: Considering COVID-19 response and re

Part 1, 12 May 2020, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. (EST) Topic 1: National planning – responding to changing circumstances Topic 2: Integration at the country level: good practices and lessons learned, includin

Economic and Social Impacts of COVID-19

Join UN Chief Economist Elliott Harris and experts from UN DESA and learn about their latest findings about the social and economic impacts of COVID-19 as well as the policy recommendations. The ser

Keeping the Momentum for Ocean Action: Youth Participation and Engagement

Engaging young people in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14, Life Below Water, is more essential than ever. Join our webinar to mobilize youth representatives, share information and

Keeping the Momentum for Ocean Action: Private Sector Participation and Engagement

Engaging the private sector in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14, Life Below Water, is essential in ensuring the sustainable use of marine resources. Join our webinar to mobilize

Exploring the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on MSMEs

Join us to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on MSMEs, including policy measures adopted by countries to support MSMEs in response to the outbreak of the pandemic and to enhance MSME resilience towards

Keeping the Momentum for Ocean Action: Asia-Pacific Stakeholder Participation and Engagement

Engaging Asia-Pacific stakeholders in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14, Life Below Water, is essential in stopping marine plastic pollution and creating ocean and climate synergie

Climate and SDGs Synergy Conference 2020

Introduction- the world in 2020

Accelerating implementation of the 2030 Agenda through water, sanitation & climate action

Co-organized by the Permanent Missions of Canada, Finland, Hungary, Japan, Kenya, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, Tajikistan and the Department of Economic and Social Affairs with the support of UN-

Climate & SDG Synergies webinar series: Thinking ahead for a sustainable, just & resilient r

Join a diverse range of experts and practitioners at this UNDESA & UNFCCC hosted Webinar Series to learn how countries and stakeholders have begun to leverage climate & SDGs synergies for their effort

Climate & SDG Synergies webinar series: Synergies for Just Transitions & Economic Recovery

Climate & SDG Synergies webinar series: Going forward with Climate & SDG Synergies

Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs and recovery from Covid-19

The webinar will discuss challenges, STI-based solutions and partnerships for the SDGs and Covid-19 recovery. It will prepare inputs for the science, technology and innovation components of the High-l

Sustainable Transport and COVID-19: Response and Recovery DAY 1

The two-part webinar held on 24 June and 1 July 2020 aimed to display current thinking on recent developments linked to COVID-19 and sustainable transport and outline options for the way forward. Brie

Sustainable Transport and COVID-19: Response and Recovery DAY 2

The two-part webinar held on 24 June and 1 July 2020 aimed to display current thinking on recent developments linked to COVID-19 and sustainable transport and outline options for the way forward. Brie

Keeping the Momentum for Ocean Action: Local and Regional Government Participation and Engagement

Engaging local and regional governments in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14, Life Below Water, is essential in the transition towards a clean, blue and just ocean economy. Join o

The Impact of COVID-19 to MSME sector in Sri Lanka

This webinar was jointly organized by DESA/DSDG together with the Ministry of Industries and Supply Chain Management and the Ministry of Small and Medium Business and Enterprise Development, Sri Lanka

Virtual Expert Group Meeting on STI for SDGs Roadmaps – paving the pathways for sustainable recovery

Virtual Expert Group Meeting on “STI for SDGs Roadmaps – paving the pathways for sustainable recovery and future resilience” (22 June, 9:30am – 1:00pm, New York, EDT) was successfully organized by EU/

Micro-, Small and Medium-size Enterprises Day: First Responders to Societal Needs

To address MSME challenges and in celebration of MSME Day on 27 June, the Permanent Mission of Argentina, UNCTAD, DESA and ICSB will hold a virtual event on 25 June. This event will bring together hig