The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting aims to foster collaboration and solutions between global leaders to tackle some of the most pressing global and regional issues. Some topics in focus in 2025 will be economic growth to improve living standards, navigating geopolitical shocks, and ensuring a just and inclusive energy transition. Discussions at the forum…
The ECOSOC Partnership Forum, held annually, gathers governments, NGOs, private sector actors, and academia to align priorities and build momentum for the year’s work of ECOSOC and the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF). The Forum will highlight actions by governments and other stakeholders through innovative partnerships that aim to mobilize commitments and actions to advance the…
In 2025, CSocD63 will focus on the topic "Strengthening solidarity, social inclusion, and social cohesion." This discussion aims to accelerate progress on the commitments outlined in the Copenhagen Declaration and Programme of Action from the World Summit for Social Development while supporting the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The 3rd Preparatory Committee (PrepCom) session for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) will take place in February 2025 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The PrepCom is tasked with organizational, procedural, and substantive preparations for the upcoming conference in Sevilla, focusing on advancing sustainable development financing and implementing the…
The 12th Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development will be held from February 25 to 28, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand. This annual forum provides a platform for governments, civil society, and stakeholders to discuss progress on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Focusing on SDGs related to health, gender equality, economic growth, life…
From March 1-7, 2025, Open Data Day will celebrate open data globally with local events organized by groups from around the world. Supported by the Open Knowledge Foundation, the week-long celebration encourages the use of open data in communities, with all outputs freely available for use and reuse. Events happen in person and online across…
As the highest decision-making body for international statistical activities, the UNSC brings representatives from national statistical offices, international organizations, and experts every year to discuss various topics, such as developing statistical standards, methodologies, and frameworks.
Organized annually by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), the WSDS is a leading global event dedicated to advancing sustainable development and climate solutions. Since 2001, the Summit has united thought leaders, policymakers, youth, businesses, and civil society to drive innovation and collaboration on critical environmental challenges. WSDS 2025, themed “Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development…
From March 10 to 21, 2025, the UN Commission on the Status of Women will convene its 69th session, focusing on the priority theme of reviewing and assessing the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, along with the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly.
Open Data Week 2025 celebrates New York City's open data with a series of in-person and virtual events. Organized by the NYC Open Data Team, BetaNYC, and Data Through Design, the festival kicks off with an art exhibition that creatively interprets open data. Throughout the week, participants can attend workshops, panels, and interactive sessions to…
The 2024 Financing for Development Forum will take place from April 22 to 25 at the UN Headquarters in New York. This event will bring together governments, civil society, and other stakeholders to discuss financing strategies for sustainable development. Considering the SDGs and achievements so far, the forum aims to tackle urgent global challenges like…
This two-day practical learning event will focus on leveraging qualitative methods for research, measurement, and evaluation in global health and gender equality. Participants will engage in workshops tailored to specific projects, methods, or pressing questions, gaining insights into innovative qualitative approaches. Virtual participation is available contingent on in-person participation from at least one person from…
