The 19th annual Internet Governance Forum (IGF) will happen from December 15 to 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in a hybrid format. This global meeting focuses on fostering discussions around internet governance issues.
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…
Public Finance for SDGsThe 2025 Dialogue on Public Finance and the SDGs will take place over three days, presenting a key opportunity to foster collaboration and break down silos. Building on past dialogues, this event will explore integrated public finance solutions to drive sustainable development. Upcoming global discussions, such as the 2025 Climate Change CoP…
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…
This webinar is part of the GROW series, hosted by the Global Network of Institutions for Statistical Training (GIST). The workshop will explore how statistical literacy initiatives and Citizen Data efforts can enhance data use and civic engagement. Drawing on the Copenhagen Framework on Citizen Data, the discussion will highlight the role of citizen-generated data…
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…
Join PARIS21 for a discussion on how the SDGs increased data production, how this has impacted policymaking for development goals, and how to unlock further progress to ensure that no one is left behind.
Join the online UN56SC side event to explore how disaggregated data drives SDG localization. This session will highlight the importance of breaking down data by geography to create targeted, effective policies that address local challenges. Experts will discuss how AI, machine learning, and geospatial tools can enhance data systems, ensuring more localized and impactful interventions…
Discover how better data can drive progress for LGBTQI+ communities at this online UN56SC side event. Hosted by GPSDD, Colombia Diversa, Red Sin Violencia LGBTI, and DataLat, this workshop will explore inclusive methodologies for collecting gender identity and sexual orientation data—critical for tracking the SDGs. Through case studies, participants will examine challenges such as stigma…
Join this online UN56SC side event to explore how data-driven approaches transform climate action. Led by GPSDD, this session will highlight innovative projects across Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, showcasing how countries use data to tackle environmental challenges.
This UNS56SC side event will address the challenges countries face in implementing non-traditional data sources, such as remote sensing, citizen science, and social media, into official statistics. Despite well-established methods for analyzing these data types and recognizing their benefits, many countries struggle with their practical integration. The panel discussion will feature five experts sharing insights…
