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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724
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SUMMARY:High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will happen from July 14 to 23. This year’s theme is “Advancing sustainable\, inclusive\, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda.” Bringing together government leaders\, UN officials\, experts\, and stakeholders\, the HLPF will also feature side events\, VNR Labs\, special events\, and exhibitions.  \nThe forum will review SDGs 3 (health)\, 5 (gender equality)\, 8 (decent work)\, 14 (life below water)\, and 17 (partnerships). Several countries will present their Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs).
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/hlpf-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T182409Z
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SUMMARY:HLPF Side Event - The iCount Coalition: Accelerating Inclusive Data - Tools to Leave No One Behind
DESCRIPTION:Join the iCount Coalition at the in-person side event at HLPF2025 to explore the tools and innovations helping close persistent data gaps and drive equity in the post-2030 agenda. Read more about this event here.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/hlpf2025-icount/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T173000
DTSTAMP:20250716T182337Z
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SUMMARY:HLPF Side Event - Better data for better lives: An exploration of how gender-environment data are critical to achieving Agenda 2030
DESCRIPTION:Join GEDA for their HLPF side event “Better data for better lives: An exploration of how gender-environment data are critical to achieving Agenda 2030” at the High-Level Political Forum on July 18. \nThis interactive session will focus on innovative data practices at the intersection of gender and the environment\, drawing on GEDA’s diverse membership with voices from the Global South to highlight participatory data collection and intersectional data use cases for achieving the SDGs. With less than 2\,000 days until 2030\, this event will give space to discover how we are achieving (and still struggling to achieve) these goals\, while still bringing forward alternative\, grassroots\, and community-focused methodologies for inclusive data collection and use.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/hlpf-geda-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T173000
DTSTAMP:20250716T155626Z
CREATED:20250627T202433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T155626Z
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SUMMARY:HLPF Special Event - SDGs in Practice - Advancing Inclusive Data Systems: Strengthening Citizen Data for Impact
DESCRIPTION:A full-day hybrid workshop (in-person and online)\, organized by the Collaborative on Citizen Data and its partners: UN Statistics Division\, UN Women\, Open Data Watch\, World Bank\, UNITAR\, PARIS21\, and Stakeholder Group of Persons with Disabilities.  \nThe workshop will be hybrid and take place on 23 July 2025\, from 9:45 AM – 5:30 PM (Eastern Time). In-person location: UNFPA New York (605 3rd Ave\, New York\, NY 10158). The full-day workshop will consist of four sessions:  \n\nSession 1 – Copenhagen Framework and Implementation (10:00-11:15am) \nSession 2 – Gender and Citizen Data for Transformative Action (11:30am-12:45pm) \nSession 3 – Intersectional and disability data: data sources for more equitable and inclusive data systems (2:30-3:45pm) – with International Sign Language Interpretation \nSession 4 – Integration of citizen data with other data sources (4:00-5:15pm) \n\nFor any questions about this event\, please send an email to citizen.data@un.org.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/hlpf-citizen-data-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729
DTSTAMP:20250321T213415Z
CREATED:20250321T213321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T213415Z
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SUMMARY:UNGA Informal Interactive Dialogue 3: The Pact for the Future — Looking ahead to 2028
DESCRIPTION:Paragraph 17 of the Pact for the Future calls for a review of the overall implementation of the Pact at the beginning of the eighty-third session of the General Assembly through a meeting at the level of Heads of State and Government. This dialogue will focus on laying the groundwork for the review process set for 2028\, emphasizing its possible structure\, reporting strategies\, and alignment with other intergovernmental frameworks.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unga-informal-interactive-dialogue-3/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTSTAMP:20250502T184113Z
CREATED:20250502T184053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T184113Z
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SUMMARY:3rd UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)
DESCRIPTION:The Third UN Conference on LLDCs will be held from 5 to 8 August 2025 in Awaza\, Turkmenistan. Under the theme “Driving Progress Through Partnerships\,” the event will focus on advancing sustainable development in LLDCs through stronger collaboration and innovative policy solutions.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/lldcs-conference/
LOCATION:Awaza\, Turkmenistan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250827
DTSTAMP:20250801T204307Z
CREATED:20250801T204307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T204307Z
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SUMMARY:80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The 80th session of the UN General Assembly will convene global leaders\, policymakers\, and advocates in New York to dialogue and find solutions to some of the most pressing international challenges. High-Level Week\, taking place from 23 to 29 September\, will feature national statements\, high-profile summits\, and a full calendar of side events focused on advancing peace\, sustainability\, and human rights.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unga-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTSTAMP:20250804T170107Z
CREATED:20250523T204415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T170107Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Women in Data Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Women in Data Summit 2025 will bring together a vibrant community of over 200 delegates\, 50 speakers\, and 30 organizations for two days of learning\, connection\, and collaboration. The summit will focus on how stronger gender data systems can help build resilience across Kenya. With sessions ranging from policy and financing to grassroots action\, the event will support key national efforts like the Open Government Partnership Action Plan and the push for the County Statistics Act. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2025-women-in-data-summit/
LOCATION:Naivasha\, Kenya
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20250801T205049Z
CREATED:20250801T205049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T205049Z
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SUMMARY:OECD-KOSTAT Global Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The KOSTAT-OECD International Conference will convene AI experts\, statisticians\, and policymakers to explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of official statistics. The program will feature discussions on cutting-edge innovations\, practical use cases\, and the ongoing challenge of safeguarding data quality\, integrity\, and public trust. Looking ahead\, the conference aims to foster long-term collaboration and translate key takeaways into actionable strategies through continued research and implementation. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/oecd-kostat-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20250911T200701Z
CREATED:20250911T200612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T200701Z
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SUMMARY:80th UN General Assembly (UNGA 80)
DESCRIPTION:This September\, leaders from around the world will gather to reaffirm their commitments to multilateralism\, solidarity\, and the timely delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. This year’s theme is “Better Together: 80 Years and More for Peace\, Development and Human Rights.” The High-Level week will take place from September 22 to 30\, featuring anniversary commemorations\, key summits\, and the General Debate. \nFor information on side events\, visit the UNGA Guide.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unga80/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20250911T194407Z
CREATED:20250911T194407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194407Z
UID:52109-1757548800-1757894399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:2025 World Health Summit (WHS)
DESCRIPTION:The World Health Summit 2025 will bring together leaders and experts from across sectors and regions to address today’s most pressing health challenges. The theme of this year’s event is “Taking Responsibility for Health in a Fragmenting World.” Over three days\, participants will engage in exchange\, generate new insights\, and advance science-based\, interdisciplinary solutions for global health. The event will also be livestreamed on YouTube\, click here to watch\,
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/whs-2025/
LOCATION:Berlin\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20250801T204622Z
CREATED:20250801T204622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T204622Z
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SUMMARY:10th UN Global Forum on Gender Statistics
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National Statistics Office of Georgia and organized by the UN Statistics Division\, the 10th UN Global Forum on Gender Statistics will bring together national statistical offices\, UN agencies\, policymakers\, and researchers to explore the theme: “Driving Change with Gender Statistics: A Path to Equality.” This year’s forum will serve as a key platform for sharing innovations\, strengthening partnerships\, and advancing the use of gender data to inform policy and drive equality at national and global levels.  \nThe Inter-Agency and Expert Group on Gender Statistics (IAEG-GS) will also hold its 19th meeting on September 30\, 2025. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2025-un-gender-statistics/
LOCATION:Tbilisi\, Georgia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTSTAMP:20241118T163612Z
CREATED:20241118T163612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T163612Z
UID:50722-1759622400-1760054399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:65th ISI World Statistics Congress
DESCRIPTION:The ISI World Statistics Congress 2025 is an event for statisticians and data scientists. Over four days\, attendees will engage in more than 200 sessions featuring industry leaders\, explore cutting-edge developments in statistics and data science\, and network with peers worldwide. The program includes short courses\, satellite meetings\, award celebrations\, and networking opportunities.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2025-isi-congress/
LOCATION:The Hague\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20250801T205236Z
CREATED:20250801T205236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T205236Z
UID:52099-1759968000-1760140799@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Koppa's Global LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Finance Forum
DESCRIPTION:Koppa will host an important gathering this October focused on rethinking the role of finance in advancing LGBTIQ+ economic inclusion. The two-day\, invite-only forum focused on Unlocking Queer Capital will bring together leaders across finance\, philanthropy\, entrepreneurship\, and activism for candid conversations on building more inclusive financial systems. Featured speakers include Marty Chavez\, Judith Aidoo\, Ise Bosch\, Gina Chua\, Patrick Chung\, and others.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/lgbtiq-inclusive-finance-forum/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTSTAMP:20250804T171019Z
CREATED:20250801T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T171019Z
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SUMMARY:4th Global CRVS and Gender Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Global CRVS and Gender Symposium will bring together key stakeholders—including government representatives\, gender experts\, international organizations\, civil society\, and academic institutions—to explore the intersections between gender and CRVS systems\, identify key challenges\, share best practices\, and develop strategies to promote gender-responsive CRVS systems globally.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/crvs-and-gender-symposium/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20250911T201331Z
CREATED:20250911T201331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T201331Z
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SUMMARY:16th Meeting of the IAEG-SDGs
DESCRIPTION:The 16th meeting of the Inter-agency and Expert Group on Sustainable Development Goal Indicators (IAEG-SDGs) will take place in Kitakyushu\, Japan. Hosted by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications\, the meeting will be an essential forum to review progress\, address methodological issues\, and strengthen collaboration on the global SDG indicator framework. Participants include representatives from countries\, non-member countries\, international and regional organizations\, and civil society organizations.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/16th-iaeg-sdgs/
LOCATION:Kitakyushu\, Japan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20250124T222953Z
CREATED:20240923T143049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T222953Z
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SUMMARY:UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30) 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30) will be held in Brazil from November 10-21\, 2025. COP 30 will be a pivotal moment for advancing international climate negotiations\, given the urgency to meet the Paris Agreement goals. For Brazil\, it is an opportunity to highlight the Amazon’s crucial role in global climate regulation and to demonstrate its commitment to combating deforestation and protecting indigenous rights. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cop-30/
LOCATION:Pará\, Brazil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20250911T194912Z
CREATED:20250911T194912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194912Z
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SUMMARY:47th International Association for Time Use Research Conference (IATUR)
DESCRIPTION:The 47th International Association for Time Use Research (IATUR) Conference will take place in Johannesburg\, South Africa. Centered on the theme “Time Use Research in a Changing World: Innovations\, Inequalities\, and Policy Implications\,” the conference will bring together researchers\, professionals\, and students from around the world. Over three days\, participants will explore innovations in data collection\, the role of time use in shaping policy\, and the links between time use and topics such as gender equality\, work\, care\, well-being\, and the Sustainable Development Goals.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/47-iatur/
LOCATION:Johannesburg\, South Africa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T093000
DTSTAMP:20260112T205809Z
CREATED:20260112T205611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T205809Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Commit to Data on the Road to Riyadh
DESCRIPTION:As momentum builds toward UN World Data Forum 2026\, the Commit to Data initiative—convened with partners including United Nations Statistics Division\, General Authority For Statistics (GASTAT)\, PARIS21\, and Open Data Watch—will host a webinar on 20 January focused on turning commitments into action. \nThe discussion will feature: \n\nExisting Commit to Data commitments sharing progress and lessons since the UNWDF 2024 hosted by Departamento Administrativo Nacional de Estadística (DANE Colombia)\nNew and emerging commitments shaping priorities ahead of UNWDF 2026\nThe Road to Riyadh\, highlighting priorities and engagement in the lead-up to the Forum\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/c2d-r2r/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T093000
DTSTAMP:20260216T185230Z
CREATED:20260216T185230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T185230Z
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SUMMARY:After the Copenhagen Framework: Lessons\, Tools\, and the Road Ahead (UN StatCom 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Ahead of the 2026 UN Statistical Commission (UN StatCom)\, the Collaborative on Citizen Data will host the official virtual event “After the Copenhagen Framework: Lessons\, Tools\, and the Road Ahead.” The session will explore how the Framework helps us move from principle to practice through tools\, guidance\, peer learning\, and country-led implementation.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cd-statcom-2026-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T194500
DTSTAMP:20260216T195820Z
CREATED:20260216T185807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T195820Z
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SUMMARY:Integrating Citizen Data into Official Statistics: From Vision to Implementation (UN StatCom 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Collaborative on Citizen Data is organizing a side event at the 57th UN Statistical Commission (UN StatCom) to explore how citizen data can be integrated into national statistical systems to complement official statistics\, fill data gaps\, and amplify underrepresented groups. Building on the Copenhagen Framework endorsed at the 56th UN Statistical Commission\, the event will shift focus from vision to implementation\, highlighting upcoming country experiences\, methodological and institutional innovations\, and partnerships. \nThis event is in-person only. \n 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/cd-statcom-2026-inperson/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260216T185401Z
CREATED:20260109T212126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T185401Z
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SUMMARY:57th Session - United Nations Statistical Commission (UN StatCom 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The 57th session of the United Nations Statistical Commission (StatCom) will be held in New York from 3 to 6 March 2026. Established in 1946\, the Commission is the highest body of the global statistical system\, bringing together Chief Statisticians from its 24 member countries to set standards\, develop methods\, and guide international statistical work. Throughout the week\, a range of side events will take place alongside formal discussions\, featuring member countries\, international organizations\, civil society organizations\, and other stakeholders.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T093000
DTSTAMP:20260220T205843Z
CREATED:20260220T204108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T205843Z
UID:53043-1772524800-1772530200@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Data Systems at a Crossroads: Official Statistics for a New Era (UN StatCom 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by Open Data Watch and PARIS21\, this side event of the 57th UN Statistical Commission (UN StatCom) will convene participants to examine the mounting financial\, institutional\, and political pressures on official statistical systems\, including funding cuts\, stalled surveys\, and governance challenges\, and to consider how these trends threaten the quality\, independence\, and public trust in official statistics. Drawing on a discussion paper\, the session will use interactive exchanges to identify concrete safeguards and practical recommendations to strengthen the resilience\, relevance\, and sustainability of official statistics in an increasingly complex and technology-driven data ecosystem.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/data-systems-at-a-crossroads-statcom-2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T093000
DTSTAMP:20260220T204808Z
CREATED:20260220T204640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204808Z
UID:53045-1772611200-1772616600@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Time for Growth: Making Time Use Data Work for Economic Decision-Making (UN StatCom 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by Open Data Watch\, UN Women\, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics\, the Kenya State Department of Economic Planning\, and the Gates Foundation\, this side event at the UN Statistical Commission (UN StatCom) will convene policymakers and data experts to demonstrate how time use data can inform growth strategies and sectoral diagnostics\, building on the Nairobi Action Plan. Drawing on experiences from African countries\, the discussion will explore practical ways to institutionalize time use statistics\, align policy demand with data systems\, and advance dialogue between policymakers and national statistical offices.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/time-for-growth-statcom-2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260310T202937Z
CREATED:20260310T202937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T202937Z
UID:53161-1772841600-1773446399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:2026 Open Data Day
DESCRIPTION:From 7-13 March 2026\, Open Data Day will be celebrated 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. \nEvents happen in person and online worldwide.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2026-open-data-day/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260109T212753Z
CREATED:20260109T212753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T212753Z
UID:52992-1773014400-1773964799@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Commission on the Status of Women 2026 (CSW70)
DESCRIPTION:The 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place at United Nations Headquarters in New York from 9 to 19 March 2026. The session will focus on ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls and reviewing progress on women’s full participation in public life and the elimination of violence. Throughout the event\, a range of side events and parallel meetings will take place\, featuring governments\, UN agencies\, civil society organizations\, and other stakeholders.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/csw2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260220T205228Z
CREATED:20260220T205228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T205228Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Women’s Voices: Citizen Data for Protection and Justice (CSW 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This side event at the 2026 CSW NGO Forum will explore how Citizen Data can strengthen efforts to address violence against women and other groups\, including marginalized people within LGBTQIA+ communities\, and improve access to justice. It will present the work of the Collaborative on Citizen Data and its dedicated gender data working group\, highlighting practical examples of the power of CD to surface hidden forms of violence\, support service delivery\, and inform policy responses. The session will showcase approaches from civil society organizations and examples of collaborations with official statistical systems\, and discuss opportunities to integrate citizen data into national and global gender data systems.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/citizen-data-csw-2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260310T202652Z
CREATED:20260109T213331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T202652Z
UID:52994-1780358400-1780703999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Global Data Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The next Global Data Festival will take place in Nairobi\, Kenya\, from 2 to 5 June 2026. Organized by Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data (GPSDD) and co-hosted with the Government of Kenya.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/datafestival2026/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260109T213912Z
CREATED:20260109T213912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213912Z
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SUMMARY:High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2026
DESCRIPTION:The High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will be held from 6 to 15 July 2026\, with a three-day ministerial segment from 13 to 15 July. The forum will focus on transformative\, equitable\, and innovative actions for the 2030 Agenda\, with in-depth reviews of SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation)\, SDG 7 (affordable and clean energy)\, SDG 9 (industry\, innovation\, and infrastructure)\, SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities)\, and SDG 17 (partnerships for the Goals).
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/hlpf2026/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTSTAMP:20260109T212157Z
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SUMMARY:6th UN World Data Forum (UNWDF)
DESCRIPTION:The UN World Data Forum brings together diverse stakeholders to drive data innovation\, strengthen partnerships\, and secure political and financial support for better data to advance sustainable development. Since 2017\, Forums have been held in Cape Town (South Africa)\, Dubai (UAE)\, Bern (Switzerland)\, Hangzhou (China)\, and Medellín (Colombia). The next Forum will take place in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia\, from 9 to 12 November 2026.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unwdf2026/
LOCATION:Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia
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