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Dusk and dawn scenes over Manhattan, New York, New York. From 'Inside New York' (1991).

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Stopping by Turtle Bay on a Snowy Evening ❄️

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The Poseidon of Artemision flashing the UN General Assembly Visitors Lobby - UN photo

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'Remember our name'.

An extraordinary exhibition will open for the first time in the world, at United Nations Headquarters in New York on 26 January 2023.

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(4th meeting) Committee on Information, 46th Session.

The 46th Session of the Committee on Information (COI) will take place from 29 April to 10 May 2024 at UN Headquarters in New York. The Committee on Information is a subsidiary body of the General Assembly, established by the General Assembly to deal with questions relating to public information.

Description

The Committee on Information is responsible for overseeing the work of the Department of Global Communications and for providing it with guidance on policies, programmes and activities of the Department.

General debate

Consideration of reports submitted by the Secretary-General:

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: campaigns and country operations services.

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: news services.

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: outreach and knowledge services.

Related Sites and Documents

46th Session Committee on Information Committee on Information Website

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Special event to commemorate International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace.

As the world gathers this coming 24 April 2024 not to only commemorate, but also to celebrate the achievements of multilateralism and diplomacy, which has its best representation in the United Nations, humanity, and particularly the peoples of the Global South, suffers from the consequences of a global crisis with multiple dimensions, including, among others, in the climate, food, energy and finance fields, which, coupled with the negative impacts of ongoing wars and protracted conflicts, such as the one in the Gaza Strip, is only keeping us off track from honoring our pledge of leaving no one behind and ensuring the attainment, by 2030, of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Objectives:

This commemorative Special Event aims to gather, among others, the Heads of the Principal Organs of the United Nations, as well as high-level representatives from Member States and Observers to the United Nations to engage in a frank and open discussion on how to strengthen and make truly more inclusive the multilateral system, on how to ensure strict compliance and adherence to the Charter of the United Nations, in both its letter and spirit, and on how to balance the participation of relevant stakeholders in some of the intergovernmental discussions within the framework of the three pillars of the United Nations, while ensuring that the intergovernmental nature of the Organization and the leading and central role of States is preserved.

Concept note -International Day for Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace 2024.

Watch The challenges of multilateralism and diplomacy for the fulfillment of the promise of the UN Charter in a polarized world.

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Follow-up to the UNPFII Recommendations: Towards a study on Media and Indigenous Peoples (UNPFII Side Event)

On the margins of the 23rd session of the UNPFII, the multistakeholder meeting will:

Inform UNPFII members and interested stakeholders of the progress of the study

Present the results of the desk and literature research conducted around the world in the fields of communication, journalism, media, and Indigenous studies to assess media development, pluralism and diversity in the media and their impact on Indigenous People.

Discuss strategies to address the identified gaps, challenges, and limitations in the conduct of the study.

Present the draft methodology and survey instrument for data collection at the global level

Facilitate dialogue among media organizations, including Indigenous Peoples media, and media experts to develop strategic recommendations to be included in the study.

Watch the "Towards a study on Media and Indigenous Peoples"(UNPFII Side Event)

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(9th meeting) 23rd session of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration - Economic and Social Council.

Institution building in fragile and conflict-affected areas

- Expert panel moderated by the Vice-Chair

- Interactive dialogue with CEPA members, Member States, United Nations system and civil society organizations 

Adoption of the report on the 23rd session

- Moderated by the Chair

- Informal report of the working group on the United Nations Public Service Awards

- Presentation of draft report by the Rapporteur

- Review of recommendations and matters to be brought to the attention of the Economic and Social Council Adoption of the draft report on the 23rd session

Closing of the session 

The Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) is a UN technical advisory body that studies and makes recommendations to improve governance and public administration structures and processes for development. It assists ECOSOC by reviewing trends, issues and priorities in public administration, notably in relation to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and in support of the implementation and progress reviews of the SDGs.

The Committee of Experts on Public Administration will hold its twenty-third session (CEPA23) at UN Headquarters in New York from 15 to 19 April 2024. The theme is "New governance insights to advance the SDGs and eradicate poverty".

Watch the (9th meeting) 23rd session of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration - Economic and Social Council

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Chinese Book Club Language Day 2024.

The event will consist of three segments: a short Chinese music performance, a talk and a roundtable. Chinese star Mr. Shēn Zhōu will sing "Ode to Peace", a new song specially composed for this year's UN Chinese Language Day. Mr. Chén Ji (DGACM), who translated the lyrics of "Ode to Peace" into English, will delve into the minutiae of the translation process and illustrate the vital importance of wielding human prowess and savor-faire to build cultural bridges through language. During the roundtable, the young Chinese creators of "Ode to Peace" will share their insights with the audience.

"Music of Love and Words of Harmony: What's Chinese Is Global" Watch the press briefing on Chinese Book Club Language Day.

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20 Years After the Tsunami: Revisiting the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters.

Panel discussion revisiting the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters (PPED)

Concept Note

Watch the 20 Years After the Tsunami: Revisiting the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters!

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4th meeting, 3rd session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent.

The Permanent Forum on People of African Descent will hold its annual session from 16 to 19 April 2024 in room XX at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland. This third session is organized under the theme: "The Second International Decade for People of African Descent: Addressing Systemic Racism, Reparatory Justice and Sustainable Development".  * Please note that Portuguese interpretation is available on the Original audio channel. * A interpretação em português está disponível no canal de áudio Original. More Information

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3rd session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent

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Peace begins with me ❤️ 🐦🚩

75th International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

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(Part 4) ECOSOC Youth Forum 2024.

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum will take place from 16 to 18 April 2024 at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The 2024 Forum's discussions will be guided by the overall theme of the 2024 ECOSOC and HLPF on "Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of multiple crises: the effective delivery of sustainable, resilient and innovative solutions".    

Spotlight session - Youth and climate change 

Responding to the climate crisis: Engaging youth in climate action 

Spotlight session - Youth and global food security

Feeding the future: Youth and sustainable food systems for all

The Forum provides a global platform for dialogue among Member States and young leaders from around the world on solutions to challenges affecting youth wellbeing. It also serves as a unique space for young people to share their vision and actions as well as provide an opportunity to advance youth solutions to accelerate  the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs. The three-day event will feature plenary sessions, interactive thematic and regionally-based discussions, and provide an opportunity for a rich exchange of views and ideas on innovative solutions to issues of relevance to young people on the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.

Watch the (Part4) - Ecosoc Youth Forum.

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(Part 2) High-Level Thematic Event on Tourism - General Assembly, Sustainability Week, 78th session.

Thematic debate 1 –Launch of the Statistical Framework for Measuring the Sustainability of Tourism  

Thematic debate 2 – Fostering Resilient Tourism to facilitate and ensure global sustainability

Closing segment

As one of the largest sectors in the world, tourism is a major driver of economic growth, and social and cultural development, as well as an important contributor of decent job creation and entrepreneurship for all. While tourism is explicitly included in targets under SDGs 8, 12, and 14, as one of the world's largest economic sectors, it can significantly contribute to fulfilling all 17 Goals. The meeting will be open to the United Nations system, ECOSOC-accredited non-governmental organizations and other relevant stakeholders. 

The high-level thematic event on tourism aims to advance a concerted approach on strengthening tourism resilience at the highest level and maximizing its contribution to the sustainability agenda. The event offers Member States, Observers, civil society, UN System and other stakeholders a platform to discuss strategies, share best practices and experiences to promote sustainable and resilient tourism and its contribution to achieving SDGs.    

Watch (Part 2) High-Level Thematic Event on Tourism - General Assembly, Sustainability Week, 78th session!

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(3rd meeting) Committee on Information, 46th Session

The 46th Session of the Committee on Information (COI) will take place from 29 April to 10 May 2024 at UN Headquarters in New York. The Committee on Information is a subsidiary body of the General Assembly, established by the General Assembly to deal with questions relating to public information.

The Committee on Information is responsible for overseeing the work of the Department of Global Communications and for providing it with guidance on policies, programmes and activities of the Department.

General debate

Consideration of reports submitted by the Secretary-General:

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: campaigns and country operations services.

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: news services.

Report of the Secretary-General on the activities of the Department of Global Communications: outreach and knowledge services.

Related Sites and Documents

- 46th Session Committee on Information - Committee on Information Website

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