In reply to the Transforming Education Summit’s Youth Declaration, the UN Secretary-General defined 4 ways to interact with youth:
– Ignore
– Pretend to Listen
– Dialogue
– Co-Construct the Future
However, the fourth method has yet to be invented. To co-construct the future, the youth present at UNGA or online are invited to an inter-generational panel to share how a planetizen university could be co-designed by youth, culminating in the launch of a Concept-U design contest.
Designed as a virtual, pan-African collaboration space, the SDG Innovation Challenge is a powerhouse for young Africans (18-35 years) to develop cross-boundary, sustainable solutions to grassroots challenges in order to further the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the grassroots level up. Since 2020, this challenge has called upon participants to employ creativity, collaboration, and complex thinking to tackle problems measurably and systematically.
Education, Science and Technology are addressed explicitly and recognized in various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showing its important role in sustainable development of any socioeconomic and natural ecosystem, such as the Amazon. For this reason, we are excited to invite you to the upcoming session of the Science Summit at UNGA78 organized by the Science Panel for the Amazon together with VALE, where we will explore the importance of the Amazon to the region and to the world.
World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) – an initiative of Qatar Foundation, and Goodwall – is an education technology platform and social network for skill development. WISE is organizing a three-hour panel and action table session on access to future-resilient skills and how to align higher education with evolving job market values and demands.
Join Impact Hub in celebrating Africa’s burgeoning innovation ecosystem on Kwame Nkrumah Day, at our 3rd annual event on the sidelines of the 78th United Nations General Assembly. Get ready to connect with passionate entrepreneurs and stakeholders on both sides of the Atlantic, in alignment with the 2030 Development Goals. Delicious African food and drinks provided!
On Sept. 24-26, Devex will host a series of events in New York on the sidelines of UNGA 79, Climate Week, and the Summit of the Future. Join the Devex reporting team in person or online for an inside look at the debates, opportunities, and big ideas during this critical moment to enhance cooperation around global development priorities.
At the start of the high-level opening week of the 79th General Assembly week, the 2024 UN Private Sector Forum will convene the most dedicated Chief Executives from UN Global Compact companies and representatives from Governments, the United Nations and development agencies.
The Leaders Summit is the UN Global Compact’s dynamic day-long conference dedicated to providing the tools, network, knowledge, and inspiration needed to scale the impact of private sector contributions to the 2030 Agenda. With inspiring keynotes, interactive breakouts, along with networking experiences, it’s a can’t miss event for anyone committed to raising the bar on sustainability and shaping the future of responsible business.
The Global Africa Business Initiative puts the private sector at the center of the discussions and the solutions. GABI is a platform that places Africa in its rightful place in the global economy and positions the continent as the premier destination for business, trade and investment.
On the occasion of the 20th Anniversary of Principle Ten, the UN Global Compact will host a special event to celebrate with leaders of the business community, Governments, international organizations, academia and civil society who helped define the international anti-corruption agenda over the last decades. This high-level networking opportunity will be structured around three main objectives: (1) taking stock of past achievements and lessons learned; (2) examining current priorities and challenges, along with; (3) debating on the future of business integrity. Invitation-Only.
To generate additional opportunities for the engagement of all actors, the Secretary-General of the United Nations is convening the Summit of the Future Action Days on 20 and 21 September 2024 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Bringing together representatives from Member States, civil society, private sector, academia, local and regional authorities, creative communities, youth, and many more, everyone will be present, included and engaged during the Action Days. These stakeholders have all played a key role in shaping the Pact for the Future and will be critical to its implementation. Their participation, contributions and catalytic mobilization will be essential to the success of the Summit of the Future and its follow-up. Expected participants include Heads of State, Ministers, senior UN officials and representatives from the private sector, civil society and other actors.
The Action Days are an opportunity to elevate the voice of youth in the multilateral system. Youth are key participants in efforts to secure breakthroughs in global cooperation. Youth challenge conventional thinking, hold leaders to account and are focused on generations that come after us. Youth stand to lose the most if global leaders fail to fulfil their promises. The Action Days will kick off with a dedicated, youth-led afternoon facilitated by the United Nations Youth Office in close collaboration with relevant networks/stakeholder groups to generate momentum ahead of the mandated Summit. The day will be convened under the theme of “#YouthLead for the Future: We believe in the promise of a better world for all”.
The Summit of the Future is a high-level event, bringing world leaders together to forge a new international consensus on how we deliver a better present and safeguard the future.
Climate Week NYC is the largest annual climate event of its kind, bringing together over 500 events and activities across the City of New York – in person, hybrid and online. Each year, business leaders, political change makers, local decision takers and civil society representatives of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the world, gather to drive the transition, speed up progress, and champion change that is already happening. 2024 Theme: It’s Time.
The Climate Film Festival (CFF), New York City’s premier film festival dedicated exclusively to climate-related film and media, is set to make its debut September 20-22, 2024, coinciding with the opening weekend of Climate Week NYC.
HUMANE.S. 2024 is a unique event about AI and the Future of Education. It will gather 15 thought Leaders, Educators, Regulators, and Innovators to discuss and debate around the future of Human Societies in the age of AI.
Business lunch included. Registration required.
2030hub will host and support a wide variety of launches, interactive events, workshops, networking opportunities, and online content all designed to inspire and empower participants to take action to leave nobody behind and tackle climate change.
The CGI Annual Meeting is the world’s leading partnership conference that brings leaders from all backgrounds and all corners of the globe to New York City to build a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world, together. This year, you can expect a dedicated focus on proven and scalable solutions; business, philanthropic, and government leaders who are on the forefront of global progress; and a curated agenda and networking designed to provide you with the insights, tools, and partners to more effectively drive impact in your communities and beyond.
Concordia presents Navigating a New Era, its theme for its 14th Annual Summit, providing the preeminent forum for the private sector and equipping the Concordia community with the network and platform to understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by today’s global environment – along with the tools and partnerships to build for tomorrow.
Taking place online, in New York and Nairobi, coinciding with the UN General Assembly and reinforcing the themes of the UN’s Summit of the Future. Together, we will explore how businesses can collaborate more effectively with each other, governments, the UN, and civil society. Use promo code GGW24FRIEND for free online access.
The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty. Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are free, and can be earned by taking action to create a world where everyone’s basic needs are fulfilled, our planet is flourishing, and every person and country can prosper.