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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
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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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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;VALUE=DATE:20250210
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T070000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T090000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T090000
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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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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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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:20250220T160000
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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=America/New_York:20250221T090000
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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;VALUE=DATE:20250225
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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:20250228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T163000
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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
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