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[worldcitiesday]

(Part 1) UN Habitat - Pre-Summit World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments.

Convened by the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments (GTF), the World Assembly will bring together Local and Regional Governments (LRG) leaders with national governments to exchange on their contributions to the "Our Common Agenda" and the outcomes of the SG's Advisory Group on LRG.

Watch (Part 1) UN Habitat: Pre-Summit World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments!

[creativityandinovationday]

(Part 1) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

Expected Outcomes:

Strengthened collaboration between youth, local communities, and global partners.

Enhanced digital innovation and data integration for SDG localization.

Increased awareness of cultural initiatives and their role in climate action and sustainable development.

Networking opportunities for stakeholders to explore future partnerships and initiatives.

This event serves as a significant precursor to the UN Summit of the Future 2024, setting the stage for impactful discussions and actions toward achieving global goals.

This conference, held just before the UN Summit of the Future 2024, focuses on engaging youth, promoting digital innovation, and localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It brings together various stakeholders to explore creative solutions and governance innovations, essential for a sustainable future.

Watch (Part 1) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

[nelsonmandeladay]

In recognition of the former South African President's contribution to the culture of peace and freedom.

At UNHQ NYC, on July 15th, from 17:00 p.m to 21:00 p.m. EDT; The United Nations General Assembly will mark the Nelson Mandela International Day 2024 with an informal plenary meeting at the United Nations Trusteeship Council Chamber. The speakers are H.E. Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the General Assembly; H. E. Ms. Amina J Mohamed, Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations; H.E. Mr. Richard Allen Stengel, Editor, Author and Former United States Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs and Mrs. Sabrina Elba, Philanthropist & IFAD Goodwill Ambassador. Read the agenda programme and Watch the livestream!

• Opening remarks by H.E. Mr. Dennis Francis, President of the General Assembly • Statement by H.E. Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations • Keynote   • Statement on behalf of the African States • Statement on behalf of the Asia-Pacific States • Statement on behalf of the Eastern European States • Statement on behalf of the Latin American and Caribbean States • Statement on behalf of the Western European and other States; and United States (as host country). The resolution A/RES/64/13 acknowledges the contribution of Nelson Mandela to the struggle for democracy internationally and the promotion of a culture of peace throughout 

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International Nelson Mandela Day

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Global Multi-Stakeholder Small Island Developing States Partnership Dialogue.

The Global Dialogue will discuss how to scale up Partnerships for the SIDS to implement the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS) - a Renewed Declaration for Resilient Prosperity. The third UN SIDS Partnership Awards ceremony will be held during the Global Dialogue.

Watch the Global Multi-Stakeholder Small Island Developing States Partnership Dialogue!

[womenindiplomacyday]

Women's Leadership in Multilateral Diplomacy.

Watch the Commemorative Event to mark the International Day of Women in Diplomacy 2024!

Theme: Women's Leadership in Multilateral Diplomacy.

[russianlanguageday]

Updates on the UN Interpreters' work in Russian.

Russian is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. Every year on 6 June, the United Nations entities marks Russian Language Day. Follow the UnitedNationsRU for updates on the Organization’s work in Russian.

[peacekeepersday]

Medal Ceremony - International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2024.

For 76 years, United Nations peacekeepers have worked to save and change lives in the world's most fragile political and security situations. Since 1948, more than two million uniformed and civilian personnel have helped countries to transition from war to peace. Today, more than 70,000 peacekeepers serve in 11 missions deployed in hotspots around the world.

Observed under the theme "Fit for the future, building better together," this year's International Day looks at the invaluable contributions military, police and civilian peacekeepers have made over the last seven decades. It encapsulates the spirit of progress and collective action towards creating a more equal, just and sustainable world.

Watch the Medal Ceremony - International Day of UN Peacekeepers 2024.

Trusteeship Council chamber at United Nations Headquarter.

[developmentinformationday]

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Economic and Social Council, Special meeting.

Opening remarks by Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations.

The objectives of the Special Meeting are to:

Examine the role of governance frameworks in guiding the ethical and responsible deployment of AI technologies to support the achievement of the SDGs;

Showcase real-life examples and case studies illustrating how AI has been utilized to address specific SDGs, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned; and

Facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and partnerships among stakeholders from governments, international organizations, academia, civil society, the private sector, technical standards organizations, and AI experts in leveraging AI for sustainable development.

The Special Meeting will bring together diverse stakeholders from governments, international organizations, academia, civil society, the private sector, technical standards organizations and AI experts to foster dialogue, collaboration and knowledge sharing on leveraging AI for sustainable development.

Watch the Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Economic and Social Council, Special meeting.

[terrorismvictimsday]

Building resilience of communities to prevent radicalization to terrorism.

Member States have the primary responsibility for countering terrorist acts, including in building resilience of communities against radicalization to terrorism. The Security Council recognizes that acts of terrorism are most effectively prevented and countered through a comprehensive approach that includes actors from all sectors of society.

The objective of the open meeting is to convene a broad range of experts to discuss experiences, identify the latest trends, and share best practices on building community resilience to prevent and counter radicalization to terrorism. The open meeting will also provide an opportunity to strengthen collaboration with all relevant United Nations bodies and stakeholders in line with Council resolution 2617 (2021).

In addition, the open meeting will help to foster understanding of the issues and challenges posed by the use of use of new and emerging technologies, including AI, for terrorist purposes, as well as explore ways to build resilience to terrorism through the use of these technologies.

Watch the Open meeting of the Counter-Terrorism Committee - Building resilience of communities to prevent radicalization to terrorism.

[disasterriskreductionday]

General Assembly: Briefing by the Co-Chairs of the High-Level Panel on the Development of a Multidimensional Vulnerability Index for Small Island Developing States - Informal meeting of the plenary, 78th session.

Briefing by the Co-Chairs of the High-Level Panel on the Development of a Multidimensional Vulnerability Index for Small Island Developing States - Informal meeting of the plenary, 78th session

Watch the General Assembly: Briefing by the Co-Chairs of the High-Level Panel on the Development of a Multidimensional Vulnerability Index for Small Island Developing States - Informal meeting of the plenary, 78th session.

[intlforestday]

PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME - Celebration of the International Day of Forests 2024.

On March 21st, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, at the United Nations Trusteeship Council chamber, New York;

- OPENING SESSION - Opening remarks: Ms. Juliette Biao, Director, UN Forum on Forests Secretariat  H.E. Ambassador Paula Narváez, President of the UN Economic and Social Council  H.E. Ambassador Zéphyrin Maniratanga, Chair of the UNFF19 Bureau  Mr. Li Junhua, Under-Secretary-General, DESA - PANEL SESSION - Chair: Ms. Leticia Zamora Zumbado, Vice-Chair of the UNFF19 Bureau  Mr. QU Guangzhou, Director, FAO Liaison Office, New York  Speaker tba, USDA Forest Service  Ms. Anna Rathmann, Executive Director, Jane Goodall Institute  Speaker tba, International Forestry Students’ Association  Mr. Derek Nighbor, President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada  Mr. José Carlos da Fonseca, Executive Director, The Brazilian Tree Industry (Ibá)  Mr. Kai Lintunen, Head of International Communication, Finnish Forest Association - GENERAL DISCUSSION- Chair: Mr. Javad Momeni, Vice-Chair of the UNFF19 Bureau Statements by Member States, UN entities and other accredited IGOs and Major Groups FOREST VIDEO SHOWCASE Short films from FAO and the 2024 World Wildlife Day Film Showcase (CITES and Jackson Wild)  Forests and innovation – new solutions for a better world  How Old Cell Phones Are Protecting the Rainforest  This New AI Forensic Tool is Fighting Illegal Logging  NASA Joins Jane Goodall to Conserve Chimp Habitats

United Nations Forum on Forests, UNDESA on the International Day of Forests 2024.

[worldcitiesday]

(Part 2) UN Habitat - Pre-Summit World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments.

Convened by the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments (GTF), the World Assembly will bring together Local and Regional Governments (LRG) leaders with national governments to exchange on their contributions to the "Our Common Agenda" and the outcomes of the SG's Advisory Group on LRG.

Watch (Part 2) UN Habitat: Pre-Summit World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments!

[creativityandinovationday]

(Part 2) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation.

This conference, held just before the UN Summit of the Future 2024, focuses on engaging youth, promoting digital innovation, and localizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It brings together various stakeholders to explore creative solutions and governance innovations, essential for a sustainable future.

Watch (Part 2) Celebrating the Future with Localization of SDGs, Culture, Youth and Digital Innovation!

[nelsonmandeladay]

Informal meeting observe Nelson Mandela International Day 2024.

In recognition of the former South African President's contribution to the culture of peace and freedom, UN General Assembly declares 18 July "Nelson Mandela International Day". The Resolution A/RES/64/13 recognizes Mandela's values and his dedication to the service of humanity in: conflict resolution; race relations; promotion and protection of human rights; reconciliation; gender equality and the rights of children and other vulnerable groups; the fight against poverty; the promotion of social justice.

General Assembly: Informal meeting of the plenary to observe Nelson Mandela International Day, 78th session.

[criminaljusticeday]

Agenda Programme of the 25th anniversary of the Rome Statute.

8:00-9:30 - INFORMAL BREAKFAST ON THE OCCASION OF THE COMMEMORATION OF THE TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ADOPTION OF THE ROME STATUTE. Hosted by the Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations Invitees: Panelists and Ministers (upon invitation) Location: Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations

Date: Monday, 17 July 2023. Location: Trusteeship Council Chamber, United Nations Headquarters. Duration: one day (two segments of three hours each from 10:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 18:00) Interpretation into Arabic, English, French, and Spanish (to be confirmed)

10:00-10:45 OPENING CEREMONY Presided by Ms. Silvia Fernández de Gurmendi, President, Assembly of States Parties. Speakers - H.E. Mr. Antonio Tajani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Italy) (tbc.) - Mr. Miguel de Serpa Soares, Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and United Nations Legal Counsel (on behalf of the Secretary-General of the United Nations) - Judge Piotr Hofmański, President, International Criminal Court Institutional video 1998-2022 Speakers - H.E. Mr. Lloyd Axworthy, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada - Mr. William R. Pace, former Convenor, Coalition for the International Criminal Court - Ms. Minou Tavárez Mirabal, Chair, Board of Directors of Trust Fund for Victims In Memoriam (video tribute to key figures from Rome who have passed) 10:45-12:30 - STRATEGIC VISION FOR THE NEXT DECADE: HOW TO ENSURE CONSISTENT AND SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT FOR THE ICC High-level, in-person Ministerial Roundtable on the strategic vision of the Court for the next decade, open only to Ministerial Level Representatives. - Ms. Melinda Reed, Acting Convenor of the Coalition for the International Criminal Court (CICC), will address attendees on behalf of civil society.

12:30-13:00 TREATY CEREMONY Treaty Ceremony for depositaries of instruments of ratification/accession to the Rome Statute, Amendments, Agreement on Privileges and Immunities or cooperation agreements with the Court.

13:00-15:00 LUNCH BREAK.

15:00-18:00 STRATEGIC VISION FOR THE NEXT DECADE: HOW TO ENSURE CONSISTENT AND SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT FOR THE ICC (cont.)

15:00-15:55 - Panel I - Connecting the dots: Strengthening the international criminal law ecosystem. 55 minutes. Moderator H.E. Mr. Robert Keith Rae, Vice-President, Assembly of States Parties. Speaker:

Mr. Karim A. A. Khan KC, Prosecutor, International Criminal Court. Discussants:

Ms. Catherine Marchi-Uhel, Head, International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism on Syria

Mr. Dapo Akande, Professor, Oxford University Counsel for the Defence (tbc) Question and answer segment break: five minutes

16:00-16:55 - Panel II - Ensuring adequate remedy to victims of Rome Statute Crimes. 55 minutes Moderator Ms. Deborah Ruiz Verduzco, Executive Director, Trust Fund for Victims (tbc) Speakers

Judge Chang-ho Chung, International Criminal Court

Mr. Fabian Salvioli, UN Special Rapporteur on truth, justice and reparation

Ms. Evelyne Ombeni, Legal Representative of Victims, International Criminal Court

Representative from civil society (tbc) - Question and answer segment break: five minutes

17:00-17:50 - Panel III - Strengthening the Rome Statute system: The Review Mechanism and beyond. 55 minutes. Moderator Mr. Mark Ellis, Executive Director of the International Bar Association. Speakers

H.E. Mr. Paul van den Ijssel, State Party Representative for the Review Mechanism (Netherlands)

H.E. Mr. Michael Kanu, State Party Representative for the Review Mechanism (Sierra Leone)

Mr. Osvaldo Zavala Giler, Registrar, International Criminal Court

Ms. Elizabeth Evenson, Associate Director, Human Rights Watch. Question and answer segment.

17:50-18:00 - CLOSING

18.00-20:00 - RECEPTION ON THE OCCASION OF THE TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ADOPTION OF THE ROME STATUTE. Hosted by the Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations Open to all attendees.

Location: Sputnik Lounge, Visitor’s Entrance, United Nations Headquarter.

Side-event hosted by the Permanent Mission of Liechtenstein to the United Nations.

Information regarding inscription to the list of speakers will be communicated prior to the event.

PRESIDENCY OF THE ASSEMBLY OF STATES PARTIES

[womenindiplomacyday]

High level panel discussion on ''Women in Diplomacy''.

Women, as we all know, are realists, but they are also realists who, while they keep their feet on the ground, also keep their eyes on far horizons.

Global norms and standards play a key role in establishing benchmarks for the international community to abide by, and for countries to implement.