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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event – Time Use for Gender Equality
DESCRIPTION:This hybrid side event at the United Nations Statistical Commission\, co-hosted by Data2X\, Open Data Watch\, UN Statistics Division\, and UN Women\, will bring together experts and stakeholders working across different aspects of time-use data to explore how these efforts align along the data value chain. The session moderated by Shaida Badiee and Krista Baptista will highlight new research\, methodologies\, and policy applications\, fostering dialogue on how NSOs and other stakeholders can strengthen the collection\, analysis\, and use of time-use data for better decision-making.  \nPanelists: \n▪️Iliana Vaca-Trigo\, United Nations Statistics Division\n▪️Mayra Buvinic\,Data2X\, United Nations Foundation\n▪️Dr. Obudho Macdonald\, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics\n▪️Rafael Diez de Medina\, Department of Statistics at the International Labour Organization\n▪️Papa Seck\, UN Women
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc56-timeuse/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T093000
DTSTAMP:20250228T205258Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event – AI & data quality – a critical intersection for official statistics
DESCRIPTION:This side event organized by PARIS21\, OECD\, and UNICEF will highlight the critical role of official statistics in maintaining data quality for effective policymaking and sustainable development. This session will explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into statistical workflows while identifying best practices and actionable steps for building a robust data ecosystem.  \nHybrid event. Register here. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc56-ai-dataquality/
LOCATION:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T093000
DTSTAMP:20250228T205511Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T205511Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event – Deciphering the Path to Women’s Leadership in NSOs
DESCRIPTION:This is a side-event at the United Nations Statistical Commission (UNSC 56) organized by the LAC Community of NSO Female Leaders and partners.  \nRegistration here. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-womenleadership-nso/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20250228T210352Z
CREATED:20240923T141928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T210352Z
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SUMMARY:56th Session of the UN Statistical Commission
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/56th-statistical-commission/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTSTAMP:20240923T142324Z
CREATED:20240923T142324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T142324Z
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SUMMARY:Open Data Day
DESCRIPTION: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 the world. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/open-data-day-2025/
LOCATION:Various Locations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T163000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205655Z
CREATED:20250217T205054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205655Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Capacity Development for Relevant\, Resilient\, and Agile National Statistical Systems: Are We on the Right Track?
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will explore strategies to strengthen National Statistical Systems (NSS) and enhance National Statistical Offices (NSOs) amid digital transformation. Panel discussions will cover sustainability\, innovation in capacity development\, and financing. Outcomes will inform a report for the 57th UN Statistical Commission\, guiding efforts to ensure official statistics remain relevant\, resilient\, and impactful. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-capacity-development/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20250109T203657Z
CREATED:20250109T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T203657Z
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SUMMARY:Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 below water\, and partnerships\, the Forum will offer sessions to assess regional trends and share solutions to leave no one behind. It will also support countries presenting their voluntary national reviews ahead of the 2025 High-level Political Forum in New York.   \nPre-forum meetings will be held across the Asia-Pacific region in the fall of 2024. Participants must register online in advance to attend the event. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/asia-pacific-forum-on-sustainable-development-2025/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T103000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205710Z
CREATED:20250217T204900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205710Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Indicators on climate and health: developments\, opportunities and challenges
DESCRIPTION:This session\, part of the 56th United Nations Statistical Commission (UN56SC)\, will update delegates on a four-year initiative to develop a global statistical framework for reporting climate and health interactions. It will cover key project components\, including proposed indicators\, case studies on water-related health impacts\, and a demonstration of online tools for analyzing wildfire smoke-related health risks. Attendees will gain insights into the importance of climate health indicators\, current methodologies\, and opportunities for future engagement. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-climate-and-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T170000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205610Z
CREATED:20250217T202918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205610Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - The iCount Coalition: Shaping data futures that centre individuals
DESCRIPTION:Join the virtual UN56SC side event organized by the iCount Coalition\, a global initiative that drives data innovations and works to increase the inclusion of marginalized groups in development data. The event will explore how inclusive\, disaggregated data is crucial for shaping policies that truly serve everyone.  \nSpeakers include:  \n\nMiosotis Rivas Peña\, Director General\, Oficina Nacional de Estadística de la República Dominicana   \n\n\nJoanna Crawford AM\, Strategic Advisor\, Equality Insights  \n\n\nLorenz Noe\, Research Manager\, Open Data Watch  \n\n\nJosé Viera\, Executive Director\, International Disability Alliance  \n\n\nValentina Contreras\, Operations Lead and Focal Point on Care\, Global Initiative for Economic\, Social and Cultural Rights  \n\nModerator: Dr Gayatri Ramnath\, Data Use and Engagement Manager\, Equality Insights 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc56-icount/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T093000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205642Z
CREATED:20250217T205356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205642Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Practical Application of Non-Traditional Data in Official Statistics
DESCRIPTION: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 on the use of non-traditional data in official statistics\, with a focus on experiences from Australia\, Switzerland\, Zambia\, and Indonesia. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-isi-non-traditional-data/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T093000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205750Z
CREATED:20250217T204254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205750Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Harnessing data for climate action: Innovations from Africa\, Latin America\, and the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-gpsdd-climate/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T103000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205741Z
CREATED:20250217T204516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205741Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Uncovering hidden voices: Inclusive and practical LGBTQI+ data collection processes for SDGs monitoring
DESCRIPTION: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 and legal barriers\, while discussing solutions to improve LGBTQI+ data practices and inform policy change. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/unsc-gpsdd-lgbtqi-data/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T103000
DTSTAMP:20250217T205758Z
CREATED:20250217T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T205758Z
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SUMMARY:UNSC Side Event - Solving Data Disaggregation for SDG Localization and Beyond
DESCRIPTION: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 for sustainable development. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/un56sc-sdg-localisation-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T090000
DTSTAMP:20250124T221558Z
CREATED:20250124T221558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T221558Z
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SUMMARY:How SDGs Increased Data Production and What This Means for Policy Making?
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/sdgs-data-production-policymaking/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20250109T202054Z
CREATED:20250109T202054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T202054Z
UID:51021-1739145600-1739577599@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:3rd PrepCom  Financing for Development (FfD4)
DESCRIPTION: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 outcomes of previous conferences. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/3rd-prepcom-ffd4/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20241216T173519Z
CREATED:20241216T173519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T173519Z
UID:50941-1739145600-1739663999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:63rd Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD63)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/csocd63-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T090000
DTSTAMP:20250203T182710Z
CREATED:20250203T182710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T182710Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop on statistical literacy and citizen data
DESCRIPTION: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 addressing key challenges and promoting inclusive decision-making.  \nThe session will feature keynote speakers:  \n\nJulieth Alejandra Solano Villa – Technical Director – DANE Colombia \n\n\nAl Kags – Founding Director and Executive Director at Open Institute  \n\nRegister today! 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/gist-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTSTAMP:20241216T172754Z
CREATED:20241216T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T172754Z
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SUMMARY:ECOSOC Partnership Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 2030 Agenda. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/ecosoc-partnership-forum-2025/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20250129T154744Z
CREATED:20250129T154744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T154744Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Dialogue on Public Finance and SDGs
DESCRIPTION: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 in Brazil and the Financing for Development (FfD4) conference in Spain. \nSome panels include: \n\nPublic Finance for SDGs (Day 1)\nGender-Responsive Public Finance (Day 2)\nPublic Finance for Climate Change (Day 2)\nTechnical Assistance and Capacity Building for Public Finance (Day 3)\n\nLivestream available
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2025-dialogue-on-public-finance-and-sdgs/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTSTAMP:20241125T214138Z
CREATED:20241125T214121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T214138Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting - World Economic Forum (WEF)
DESCRIPTION: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 are known to shape other dialogues related to economic and social development throughout the year. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2025-wef/
LOCATION:Davos-Klosters\, Switzerland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241220
DTSTAMP:20241216T173149Z
CREATED:20241216T173149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T173149Z
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SUMMARY:19th Annual Meeting of the Internet Governance Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/igf-2024/
LOCATION:Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241220
DTSTAMP:20241118T163014Z
CREATED:20241118T163014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T163014Z
UID:50717-1734220800-1734652799@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:19th Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
DESCRIPTION:The 19th IGF will take place in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia\, with the theme “Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future.” Delegates will discuss digital innovation\, human rights\, governance\, and sustainability\, aiming to shape global digital policy. The IGF fosters dialogue on digital public policy among diverse stakeholders\, aiming to maximize digital opportunities while addressing challenges and integrating year-round activities in capacity building and community outreach\, culminating in this annual gathering. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/19th-igf/
LOCATION:Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20241125T214000Z
CREATED:20241125T214000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T214000Z
UID:50768-1733788800-1734134399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd UN Conference on LLDCs will tackle the unique challenges faced by nations without direct access to the sea\, such as limited trade opportunities and connectivity barriers that slow economic growth. The conference is an opportunity to explore innovative solutions\, form strategic partnerships\, and make progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/3-un-conference-lldcs/
LOCATION:Gaborone\, Botswana
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241213
DTSTAMP:20241125T213748Z
CREATED:20241125T213748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T213748Z
UID:50765-1733702400-1734047999@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:Building Bridges Week
DESCRIPTION:This four-day platform fosters collaboration between the financial sector\, public authorities\, and international organizations to align finance with global goals. Highlights include the Building Bridges Summit featuring high-level discussions on the future of sustainable finance\, the Action Days offering 65+ community-led events  \nVirtual participation is available via YouTube. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/building-bridges-week/
LOCATION:Geneva\, Switzerland
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20241101T212253Z
CREATED:20241101T212253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T212253Z
UID:50682-1733702400-1734134399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:9th Asia-Pacific Statistics Week
DESCRIPTION:The event will include a high-level segment on December 11\, where Member States will review progress on the Declaration on Navigating Policy with Data to Leave No One Behind\, and a senior officials segment on December 12-13 to discuss future-ready statistical systems. Concurrently\, the twentieth session of the Governing Council of the Statistical Institute for Asia and the Pacific will take place alongside expert meetings and side events focused on strengthening regional statistical capabilities. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/9th-asia-pacific-statistics-week/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T163000
DTSTAMP:20241125T213042Z
CREATED:20241125T213042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T213042Z
UID:50756-1733410800-1733416200@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:FfD4 2nd PrepCom: How investments in data drive effective development financing?
DESCRIPTION:ODW will host a roundtable discussion as part of the second preparatory meeting for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4). “From Monterrey to Sevilla: How Investments in Data Drive Effective Development Financing” will explore the essential role of data in shaping development financing strategies. This session will emphasize two key points: the need to invest in data as a critical development asset and the power of high-quality data to inform effective financing decisions.   \nThis is a hybrid event\, read more here.  
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/ffd4-2prepcom-odw/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTSTAMP:20241125T213631Z
CREATED:20241125T213631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T213631Z
UID:50762-1733184000-1733270399@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:One Water Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:The One Water Summit\, part of the One Planet Summit initiative\, will convene on 3 December 2024 in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia. The Summit seeks to accelerate progress on SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation) and advance solutions for global water challenges. By addressing critical issues like water scarcity\, quality\, and its role in climate adaptation\, the event seeks to enhance global water governance and catalyze partnerships ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/one-water-summit/
LOCATION:Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTSTAMP:20241125T213450Z
CREATED:20241125T213410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T213450Z
UID:50758-1733184000-1733443199@opendatawatch.com
SUMMARY:First Global VNR Workshop 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event\, organized by UN DESA and UNOSD\, aims to support government officials in coordinating the preparation of voluntary national reviews (VNRs) for the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) 2025. The workshop will focus on enhancing the evidence-based foundation of VNRs by addressing challenges in data availability\, disaggregation\, and monitoring exacerbated by crises. Participants will share best practices\, explore innovations in data integration and alternative data sources\, and improve coordination across governments for more effective Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) reporting.   \nThe workshop is exclusive to representatives of VNR countries and relevant UN Secretariat entities.
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/vnr-workshop/
LOCATION:Incheon\, Republic of Korea
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20241118T162457Z
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SUMMARY:2nd PrepCom FfD4
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Preparatory Committee (PrepCom) session for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) will take place in December 2024 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 outcomes of previous conferences. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/2nd-prepcom-ffd4/
LOCATION:New York City\, NY USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241128
DTSTAMP:20241101T211712Z
CREATED:20241101T211712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T211712Z
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SUMMARY:13th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 UN Forum on Business and Human Rights will focus on implementing a “smart mix of measures”—national\, international\, voluntary\, and mandatory—within the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Participants will explore key challenges and advancements\, particularly in areas such as AI\, climate change\, Indigenous rights\, and human rights due diligence\, with a focus on improving access to remedies for those affected by business activities. This multi-stakeholder platform provides a unique opportunity to assess the effectiveness of these approaches and discuss ongoing priorities in the business and human rights agenda. 
URL:https://opendatawatch.com/event/13th-business-and-human-rights-forum/
LOCATION:Geneva\, Switzerland
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