Democracy draws its strength from people: their voices, their choices and their participation in shaping their societies. It flourishes when rights are protected, particularly for those most often left behind. 

In a time of shrinking civic space and rising disinformation, building trust, dialogue, and shared decision-making is more urgent than ever. Rooted in the principle of “We the Peoples,” this event aims to show democracy as a living force for agency, hope, and cooperation.

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We live in an age defined by information and data. They fuel scientific discovery and guide leaders toward smarter decisions – yet synthesizing evidence remains labor-intensive and costly. 

The Evidence Synthesis Infrastructure Collaborative aims to harness AI to make information synthesis faster, more rigorous, and widely accessible – advancing localized SDG progress and strengthening advocacy. 

The session will bring together constituencies dedicated to this effort, highlighting existing commitments while showcasing recent achievements and anticipated progress. 

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Hosted by Australia, OCHA and partners, this high-level event will spotlight the urgent need to protect humanitarian personnel and reaffirm Member States’ collective commitment to those on the front lines. A signing ceremony and vigil will honour aid workers killed since January 2024—the deadliest year on record—and galvanise public and political will to safeguard those still serving.

Women Rise for All is an initiative led by United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, highlighting the leadership of women in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

As the Women Rise for All network forges connections and drives collective momentum, the Women Rise for All Lunch is fast becoming a signature event of UNGA Week.

The Deputy Secretary-General will host the third annual event during the high-level week of the UN General Assembly in September. 

The SDG Moment is held every year — as mandated by the 2019 SDG Summit — to highlight inspiring action on the Sustainable Development Goals. By showcasing stories of transformation from communities, countries, and regions driving change across sectors — from renewable energy to gender equality. As we cross the two-thirds mark on the road to 2030, the 2025 SDG Moment marks a critical juncture. The event will bring together a constellation of transformative global and national efforts and will demonstrate how just and inclusive transitions are accelerating progress, even in the face of global challenges.

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Amid rising inequality, climate impacts, and geopolitical shifts, global leaders are convening to reflect on the need for strengthened multilateralism and the UN’s role today. Grounded in the Pact for the Future and eight decades of working together, the dialogue explores bold ideas and shared responsibility to protect multilateralism and a sustainable future. 

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As the United Nations turns 80, this moment invites reflection on multilateralism’s future. Amid global challenges, new opportunities emerge to reimagine cooperation. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and historian and author Thant Myint-U will explore how the UN can evolve to foster renewed international solidarity.

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Mental health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) needs in humanitarian settings are urgent with one in five individuals affected by conflict facing mental health conditions. 

Convened by UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed this high-level lunch dialogue will bring together leaders and experts to share insights and solutions to scaling up Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in humanitarian settings around the world. 

Get a preview of the full health of the planet with the 2025 Planetary Health Check, and clarity on what these results mean for our planet and our future. Gain a better understanding of the intersections of our changing climate with national and global governance, the health of economies, security, and human health. 

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It is both a commitment and invitation to lead: a moment where the UN system affirms that transformation today is more necessary than ever, and that UN 2.0 is how we deliver our timeless mission in today’s complex world.  

The event anchors UN 2.0 in the core purposes of the UN – peace, development, and humanitarian action – while showing how modernization enables our teams to stay relevant, become more resilient, and work more effectively with shrinking resources. 

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In a moment of extraordinary challenge for the United Nations and the multilateral system, member states came together in Seville this July and adopted the Seville Commitment. In doing so, they not only reinvigorated the financing for development agenda, but showed in a tangible way that multilateralism remains possible. This panel will discuss the significance of this agreement and how it can galvanize action on sustainable development and show why compromise and collective action remain critical for our world today.    

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As the world races toward the 2030 SDG deadline, local communities are driving change. This session unfolds in three parts: the first, Destination Gothenburg, highlights the role of cities and the announcement of Gothenburg, Sweden, as a new host of the UN Sustainable Fashion and Lifestyle Hub, showcasing cross-sector collaborations and SDG champions.

The second, Green Gigs: Net-Zero Events, explores how the live music industry is leading on climate action. It examines the vision behind Net-Zero concerts and the growing expectations of fans and communities, showing how sustainable cultural events can drive meaningful change. The third, Materials that Matter, explores innovative practices driven by the fashion industry, from circularity to regenerative materials, and greener and inclusive practices, and their impact on local communities.

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The Agreement is a documentary film Executive Produced by John W McArthur, Directed by Raeshem Nijhon of Culture House, and Produced by Nicole Galovski of Culture House on how the world came together to create a unified vision for a better future for all: the Sustainable Development Goals.

First premiered in 2023 at the SDG Pavilion at United Nations Headquarters, the film tells the story of how the world came to create the Sustainable Development Goals and aims to inspire audiences to appreciate the goals as common ambitions for all people in all countries. With 5 years to go, the film shows what is possible when we work together toward a shared vision, but it is also a reminder that we need to restore the hope that drove this process in 2015 if we are to transform our world for the better.

Coffee is more than a beverage — it is a livelihood. Globally, over 12.5 million farmers depend on coffee production, with 80% grown by smallholder farmers. This event will spotlight a multistakeholder partnership strengthening the global coffee value chain as a catalyst for sustainable development. It will highlight coffee’s role linking agriculture, industry, and climate policy, while showcasing the Advancing Climate Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee Programme as a platform for investment and collaboration. 

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Women media leaders are transforming the industry—breaking barriers, challenging bias, and reshaping narratives. This session spotlights their leadership, with insights from the UN Global Women in Media Report 2025, and the power of inclusive storytelling in shaping public understanding of peace, security, and progress in today’s complex global landscape.

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Immediately following the Women Media Leaders session, the Reframing the SDGs: Africa’s Voice, Media’s Power and Impactful Narratives session will explore how Africa can reset the SDG narrative by centering its own voices, experiences, and innovations. Through storytelling for impact, participants will discuss how media can amplify African-led solutions and drive public engagement. The conversation will highlight the role of journalists, creatives, and communicators in shaping a development narrative that reflects Africa’s complexity, resilience and promise.

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Cities are central to achieving the SDGs. As urban areas face mounting challenges, they’re also driving solutions—from climate resilience to housing and energy transitions. Through bold, people-centered leadership, cities are redefining global goals and enabling the systemic change needed to build inclusive, resilient urban futures. 

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In 2024, global military spending surged to $2.7 trillion, reflecting the steepest year-on-year increase since at least the end of the Cold War.

In his new report, "The Security We Need-Rebalancing Military Spending for a Sustainable and Peaceful Future", the Secretary-General analyzes the profound implications of this trend for sustainable development financing. As geopolitical tensions rise and fiscal priorities shift, this session will present findings from the report on the impact of military expenditures on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

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As the United Nations turns 80, the stakes are high. Climate shocks, conflict, and economic instability are driving more communities into crisis, while progress on the Sustainable Development Goals is under threat. At the same time, the humanitarian system is resetting to deliver earlier, faster, and better for people in need. Building on this momentum, the Complex Risk Analytics Fund (CRAF’d) convenes global leaders, thought leaders, policymakers, technologists, and frontline partners to explore how smarter use of data and AI can unlock solutions to the most pressing challenges of our time. 

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This special session will spotlight young leaders driving change on climate and sustainable development. Featuring the UN Secretary-General’s SDG Advocates and Youth Advisory Group on Climate, the discussion will highlight youth-led solutions, intergenerational collaboration, and strategies to scale impact.

As the UN marks 80 years—and a decade since the SDGs and Paris Agreement—this dialogue affirms young people not just as future leaders, but as changemakers shaping our world today.

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Young people aren’t just inheriting the future — they’re shaping it now. With half the world under 30, their voices are essential to building a just and sustainable world.

Charting Our Future brings young changemakers together to chart common paths for change and opens new spaces for youth in global decision-making. 

The United Nations Office for Partnerships, in collaboration with the UN Bookstore, is pleased to invite you to a special event on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, at 1:00 PM.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and author of The Seven Rules of Trust. From building trust to fostering collaboration for resilient organizations, Jimmy will share lessons from Wikipedia’s creation and global successes. 

The Seven Rules of Trust will be available for purchase through the UN Bookstore (credit card only please). The author will be signing books at the end of the talk.

📍 Venue: The Goals Lounge, 3rd Floor, UN General Assembly Building (formerly the ExPress Bar)

Convened by the Deputy Secretary-General and hosted by the UN Office for Partnerships, the Goals Lounge is a space for bold ideas, open dialogue, and collective action—created to help fulfill the promise of the SDGs for people, planet, and peace.

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Please register via this link. Deadline for registration is Monday, 27 October at noon.

Join us on Thursday, 20 November, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Goals Lounge, UN Headquarters, for a conversation with award-winning journalist and author Lyse Doucet about her book The Finest Hotel in Kabul. 

Moderated by Annemarie Hou, Executive Director of the UN Office for Partnerships, the one-on-one discussion will explore themes of hope, resilience, and the human stories behind global headlines.

The Finest Hotel in Kabul is longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction; it offers a unique perspective on Afghanistan’s history through the lens of its most iconic landmark. Rather than focusing solely on conflict, the book highlights endurance and the everyday lives that intersect with extraordinary events. 

Hear firsthand from a respected voice on international affairs and storytelling. 

The event will be pre-recorded and streamed via UN Web TV at a later date.

Under the umbrella of Women Rise for All—an initiative of the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed—the Goals Lounge at UN Headquarters will host a panel conversation with UN Resident Coordinators from across regions. The discussion will highlight stories of exceptional women leaders—from youth leaders and academics to artists, innovators, and community changemakers—sharing transformative approaches that accelerate SDG progress. The session aims to inspire collaboration, elevate impactful leadership models, and reaffirm the central role of women in driving sustainable development worldwide.

Moderator:
Annemarie Hou, Executive Director, UN Office for Partnerships

Speakers:
Sheri Ritsema-Anderson, Resident Coordinator, Jordan
Allegra María del Pilar Baiocchi, Resident Coordinator, Costa Rica
Nelson Muffuh, Resident Coordinator, South Africa
Nahla Valji, Resident Coordinator, Eritrea

In a world facing armed conflicts, climate crises, and rapid technological change, meditation offers a powerful way to foster peace, unity, and compassion. Observed annually on 21 December, UN World Meditation Day reminds us of the importance of nurturing inner calm to build resilient, inclusive communities.

This year, the UN Office for Partnerships, in collaboration with the Chaka Khan Foundation, will host a special event on Friday, 19December from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at the Goals Lounge, celebrating global well-being and mental health. The program will feature music, guided meditation, and reflections from cultural and spiritual leaders in honor of the transformative power of stillness.

This is an invite-only event; however, it will be live-streamed via UN Web TV. 

Moderator: 
Gayle King, Author and Broadcast Journalist, CBS News 

Speakers:  
Chaka Khan, Award-winning artist, Co-Founder Chaka Khan Foundation
Melissa Flemming, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications 
Michael Beckwith, Founder and Spiritual Director of the Agape International Spiritual Center
Annemarie Hou, Executive Director, UN Office for Partnerships

Special Guests: 
Michael Beckwith, Founder and Spiritual Director of the Agape International Spiritual Center 
Sara Auster, Sound Therapist 

What if reaching for the stars could actually bring us closer together? In this episode of Goals Lounge, we sit down with Brian Cox—renowned physicist and newly appointed UN Champion for Space—to explore the cosmos and our shared future. From the critical role of space infrastructure in everyday life to the big questions of ownership, cooperation and hope, Brian takes us on a journey that connects science, sustainability and humanity’s boldest ambitions. 

Watch it on UN Web TV on Tuesday, 20 January at 10 am ET for insights, inspiration and a glimpse of what it means to look up and think globally.

In a world buffeted by change and a reality that feels in constant flux, individuals and institutions alike risk losing their bearings. How can we turn turbulence into an opportunity for positive, transformational change?

Join us on Friday, 23 January, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Goals Lounge, UN Headquarters, for a conversation between Guy Ryder, Under-Secretary-General for Policy at the United Nations, and Angela Williams, CEO of United Way Worldwide. The event offers a moment to step back, gain perspective, and explore how to harness uncertainty for good.

The event will be live-streamed via UN WebTV.

Speakers: 
Guy Ryder, Under-Secretary-General for Policy, United Nations 
Angela Williams, CEO, United Way Worldwide
John Gilroy, Chief of Service, Trust Funds and Programmes, UN Office for Partnerships

Under the umbrella of Women Rise for All—the initiative led by United Nations Deputy Secretary‑General Amina Mohammed to amplify the transformational leadership of women in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—this Goals Lounge session celebrated the remarkable impact of women leaders worldwide.

As part of this initiative, the Goals Lounge at UN Headquarters hosted a discussion featuring four UN Resident Coordinators, each of whom highlighted exceptional women leaders driving SDG progress in their respective countries. Their stories showcased youth advocates, academics, artists, innovators, and community changemakers, offering powerful examples of women’s leadership shaping more inclusive and sustainable societies.

The discussion explored innovative approaches accelerating SDG achievement and reflected on the opportunities and challenges facing women leaders across diverse contexts. The fireside chat also reconnected with the Resident Coordinators of Chile and Jordan, continuing the conversation from the 2024 Intergenerational Dialogues and sharing updates on developments since then.

This session aims to inspire deeper collaboration, elevate impactful leadership models, and reaffirm the essential role of women in advancing sustainable development globally.

Watch the full recording on UN WebTV starting on Thursday, 5 February at 10:00 AM EST.

Watch the conversation with award-winning journalist and author Lyse Doucet about her acclaimed book The Finest Hotel in Kabul.

Moderated by Annemarie Hou, Executive Director of the UN Office for Partnerships, this one-on-one dialogue explores themes of hope, resilience, and the deeply human stories behind global headlines.

The Finest Hotel in Kabul, longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction, offers a rare and nuanced perspective on Afghanistan’s history through the lens of one of its most iconic landmarks. Rather than focusing solely on conflict, the book highlights endurance, community, and the everyday lives that intersect with extraordinary events.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear insights from one of the most respected voices in international reporting and storytelling.

Watch the full recording on UN Web TV starting on Friday, 13 February at 10:00 AM EST. 

This event will bring together leaders from the fashion, lifestyle, and technology sectors, alongside Member States representatives, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the fashion industry amid rapidly evolving global conditions. Held as a follow-up to New York Fashion Week 2026, panelists will reflect on key trends, challenges, and opportunities at the intersection of innovation and creativity for measurable impact on the Sustainable Development Goals.

Event Programme
Opening Remarks: Annemarie Hou, Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Partnerships 

Panel 1 - From Fashion to AI:
This panel will explore how fashion leaders and designers are approaching AI through the lens of creativity, sustainability, and brand values. Drawing from studio practice and corporate strategy, panelists will share how AI is being applied within fashion—from storytelling and design to responsible decision-making.
● Detria Courtalis, Interim General Manager for North America, Pandora
● Constança Entrudo, Fashion Designer
● Loza Maléombho, CEO and Creative Director, Loza Maléombho
● Monica Grayley, Chief of Portuguese Unit, UN News (Moderator)

Panel 2 - From AI to Fashion:
This panel will examine how AI and data-driven tools are shaping the fashion industry from the outside in. Speakers will discuss how AI can enable new models for efficiency, waste reduction, and scalability across supply chains, production, and digital content—pointing toward the future of fashion systems.
● Stephanie Benedetto, Co-Founder and CEO, Aloqia
● Priyaa Kalyanaraman, Co-Founder and CEO, Lica World
● Michael Ferraro, Executive Director, FIT Design and Technology Lab (Moderator)

Closing Remarks: Marcelo Guimarães, Founder of Fashinnovation

To attend, please register here. 

This event will bring together leaders from the fashion, lifestyle, and technology sectors, alongside Member States representatives, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the fashion industry amid rapidly evolving global conditions. Held as a follow-up to New York Fashion Week 2026, panelists will reflect on key trends, challenges, and opportunities at the intersection of innovation and creativity for measurable impact on the Sustainable Development Goals.

Event Programme
Opening Remarks: Annemarie Hou, Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Partnerships 

Panel 1 - From Fashion to AI:
This panel will explore how fashion leaders and designers are approaching AI through the lens of creativity, sustainability, and brand values. Drawing from studio practice and corporate strategy, panelists will share how AI is being applied within fashion—from storytelling and design to responsible decision-making.

Detria Courtalis, Interim General Manager for North America, Pandora
Constança Entrudo, Fashion Designer
Loza Maléombho, CEO and Creative Director
Monica Grayley, Chief of Portuguese Unit, UN News (Moderator)

Panel 2 - From AI to Fashion:
This panel will examine how AI and data-driven tools are shaping the fashion industry from the outside in. Speakers will discuss how AI can enable new models for efficiency, waste reduction, and scalability across supply chains, production, and digital content—pointing toward the future of fashion systems.

Stephanie Benedetto, Co-Founder and CEO, Aloqia
Priyaa Kalyanaraman, Co-Founder and CEO, Lica World
Michael Ferraro, Executive Director, FIT Design and Technology Lab (Moderator)

Closing Remarks: Marcelo Guimarães, Founder of Fashinnovation

Watch the event starting 9 March at 12 pm on UN Web TV. 

Women’s leadership does not diminish with age—it deepens. Yet too often, women are expected to narrow their roles or step out of visibility just as their experience and influence grow. This conversation creates a moment to recognise women’s leadership across the life course and to reaffirm the value of authority built over time. 

Aligned with the priorities of the Commission on the Status of Women, the discussion brings together women whose leadership spans business, culture and public advocacy, illustrating how influence can be carried forward to shape institutions, narratives and policy agendas. It challenges ageism alongside sexism, reframing later stage leadership not as reinvention, but as continuity of power, voice and public contribution. 

Linking lived experience to the Beijing Platform for Action and the Sustainable Development Goals, the conversation moves beyond personal narrative to structural questions: what enables women to keep leading across stages of life, what barriers still limit that leadership, and what commitments are needed to ensure women’s experience is recognised as a public asset. The focus is clear—enabling women to continue shaping decisions and driving impact at every age and stage of life. 

RVSP here to attend or watch it live or on demand through UN Web TV. 

Moderator: 
Karen Davila, Broadcast Journalist, Television News Anchor and Radio Presenter, UN Women National Goodwill Ambassador for the Philippines

Speakers: 
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Nigeria 
Loida Lewis, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, TLC Beatrice, LLC and Reginald F. Lewis Foundation

What does it mean to lead young — and visibly — in today’s world? With over 1.9 billion people aged 15–24, today’s generation is the largest youth cohort in history, and their voices are critical for shaping global priorities — from governance to gender equality and peace. Young leaders are expanding access to decision-making spaces, strengthening inclusive governance, and turning visibility into real-world influence. This session brings together leaders from government, activism and media to explore how the next generation is navigating leadership, opportunity and scrutiny. 

At the same time, public leadership increasingly unfolds online, where almost 80% of young people use the internet, 15% more than the global average. As online presence grows, so do risks, including technology-facilitated gender-based violence. The session will feature diverse perspectives from young leaders and influencers, highlighting their experiences, strategies and reflections on navigating leadership, digital spaces and gender-based challenges today.

RSVP here to attend or watch it live or on demand through UN WebTV. 

Moderator:
Karen Davila, Broadcast Journalist, Television News Anchor and Radio Presenter, UN Women National Goodwill Ambassador for the Philippines

Speakers: 
Jaha Dukureh, Activist, UN Women Ambassador for Africa
Veronika Novotná, EU Youth Delegate to the UN 
Lars Westra, EU Youth Delegate to the UN

There is a deepening epidemic of violence against women and girls around the world. Rape is increasingly being used as a weapon of war as conflicts rage around the world. The UK is standing up for survivors, providing a platform for their voices and those on the front line, putting this issue at the heart of our foreign policy, and together with our partners calling for greater international action to end conflict-related sexual violence. 

To that end, this roundtable discussion will feature four leading voices working to end violence against women and girls in conflict. Participants will include a survivor of conflict-related sexual violence, a survivor advocate, a high-profile celebrity Goodwill Ambassador to enhance visibility and broaden reach, and a senior UN representative (e.g. SRSG Patten) to speak about the UN’s vital role. The UK’s Foreign Secretary will facilitate this conversation event, which aims to be a powerful, honest and action-oriented discussion. 

Watch the full recording on UN Web TV starting on Thursday, 12 March at 10:00 EST. 

In a world flooded with information, the stories that move people to care—and act—are the ones that cut through the noise. Join us for a dynamic conversation exploring how storytelling can amplify social impact, build authentic connections, and turn complex issues into narratives that inspire change.

Watch it live or on demand through UN Web TV

Moderator: 
Annemarie Hou, Executive Director, UN Office for Partnerships

Speakers:
Tabitha Morton, Executive Director, UN Women UK
Bradley Archer Haynes, Global Marketing and Social Impact Chief, former Head of Brand and ED of Content for Change, Paramount Global

Convened during the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), the United Nations Office for Partnerships, in collaboration with WBGO, will host a dedicated convening spotlighting outstanding women in jazz, highlighting their leadership as a creative force for cultural participation, artistic heritage and social change. WBGO is a leading non-profit arts and cultural institution and jazz radio station with a global reach of 2+ million per month.

The event aims to shine a light on women artists, educators, and cultural leaders who are shaping the future of the jazz and wider music industry while navigating and challenging long-standing gender barriers within the field. Through a high-level panel discussion, participants will explore how women in jazz are paving the way for greater equity, using music as a platform for storytelling, advocacy, and community-building. 

The conversation will examine why equal representation in jazz matters—not only for artistic innovation, but for advancing gender equality, economic opportunity, and visibility across the cultural sector and educational institutions. Aligned with the themes of 70th CSW, the event underscores the power of culture in advancing women’s leadership, access to decision-making and systemic change.

The discussion would be followed by a music performance by prominent women musicians. 

Watch the full recording here.

Women Rise for All is an initiative led by United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, highlighting the leadership of women in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through the UN Office for Partnerships, we amplify and connect women leaders to the UN and global networks. 

The Women Rise for All network forges connections and drives collective momentum, including at global convenings. 

During the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), the Deputy Secretary-General will host a Women Rise for All dinner—observed as an iftar in recognition of the holy month of Ramadan—to spotlight the transformative power of women’s leadership in advancing SDG 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. This high-level gathering will bring together senior government officials, including ministers and UN Permanent Representatives, as well as senior United Nations leadership, to highlight innovative approaches, strengthen collaboration, and reaffirm global commitment to accelerating gender equality. 

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a defining driver of economic growth, innovation, and social development. Yet access to AI capabilities remains deeply uneven across countries and populations, creating a growing AI divide.

AI offers unprecedented opportunities to accelerate progress, but, without urgent action, disparities in connectivity, compute infrastructure, digital skills, and local innovation ecosystems could leave too many behind.

This Goals Lounge discussion will explore how governments, international organizations, and the private sector can work together to ensure AI becomes a force for inclusive and sustainable development. Our intention is to move beyond warning and into action, exploring concrete steps to bridge the rapidly growing divide.

Watch the full recording on UN Web TV starting on Wednesday, 25 March at 12:00 PM EST. 

Speakers:
Lisa Monaco, President of Global Affairs, Microsoft
Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General, ITU
Harish Parvathaneni, Permanent Representative of India to the UN

Moderator: 
Tony Maciulis, Global Chief Content Officer, GZERO Media 

In humanitarian settings, stress isn’t occasional—it’s constant. For frontline workers and affected communities alike, the ability to regulate stress and stay mentally resilient isn’t a luxury; it’s essential. 

On the occasion of Earth Day, join us for Time to Breathe on Thursday, 23 April at 1:00 PM in the Goals Lounge. 

We’ll begin with an honest conversation with experts from across sectors on the growing mental health challenges in crisis contexts—and the urgent need to strengthen Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in ways that are practical, scalable, and human-centered. 

Then, we move from discussion to experience. 

Led by Rob Rea, a leading breathwork practitioner, this session uses science-backed techniques to reduce stress, restore focus, and build resilience. 

This session is about more than awareness—it’s about equipping ourselves with tools we can carry into the work. 

Register now to save your spot. 

As an outcome of a collaborative initiative between the United Nations Fashion and Lifestyle Network, the UN Department of Global Communications, and the Swedish School of Textiles, the new UN Tour Guide uniforms were introduced on Earth Day 2025. These uniforms were designed by students from the Swedish School of Textiles, marking the first time a fashion school led the design of the UN Tour Guide uniforms, and the first time sustainability was at the core of the process. 

One year after the launch of the collection, this event provides an opportunity to reflect on the impact of this collaboration and to highlight how design and everyday choices can contribute to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. The event will also announce the continuation of this initiative with the design of new uniform accessories, developed by two prominent design schools, Central Saint Martins and the Swedish School of Textiles. 

Convened by the UN Office for Partnerships, the event will spotlight a unique collaboration that brings together global institutions and emerging design talent to advance creativity and innovation in fashion, with the aim of driving transformative change across the industry.

Moderator: 
Shyla Raghav, Chief Impact Officer, TIME

Speakers:
Katarina Fried, Ambassador, Economic and Social Affairs, Sweden
Paul Frankenius, Founder, Paul Frankenius Foundation
Per Götesson, Senior Lecturer, Central Saint Martins
James Marcus, UN Tour guide
Silmara Roman, UN Tour Guide 
Cédric Sainte-Croix, UN Tour Guide

Watch the full recording here. 

In celebration of International Jazz Day, the United Nations Office for Partnerships will convene an event in collaboration with UN Fashion and Lifestyle Network members WBGO, a leading non-profit arts and cultural institution and jazz radio station with a global reach, and JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, a prominent arts and education organization. The programme will explore jazz through an intergenerational lens, bringing together established artists and young emerging musicians. 

Through a panel discussion and live performance, participants will reflect on how jazz is experienced and carried forward across generations—highlighting shared influences, evolving perspectives, and the role of mentorship in sustaining the art form. The conversation will focus on how jazz inspires creative solutions, strengthens communities, and contributes to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By bridging generations, the convening will illustrate the enduring power of jazz to foster learning, inclusion, and resilience, while driving positive social and cultural impact worldwide.

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There is a striking and well-documented gap between what people believe about migration, what people want from migration policy, what politicians think people want, and what the evidence shows. People consistently overestimate the number of migrants and associate migration with insecurity - yet polling also shows that most people are not against safe, orderly and regular migration. They want it managed well, not stopped. This is not simply a failure of individual understanding: it reflects disinformation, and how migration has been covered, framed, and debated in public life.

Portrayals of migration in the media - including in public service broadcasting - are often negative, narrow, and unrepresentative. Global research documents how coverage systematically overrepresents the most contested forms of migration - asylum, irregular arrivals, crime - while underreporting the work, study, and family migration that accounts for the vast majority of flows.

A large persuadable middle - often 40–60% of the public across multiple countries - does not hold firm views on migration and is open to evidence-based framing. This majority is largely absent from public debate, drowned out by the most polarised voices on both sides.

This dialogue will explore what journalists, public service broadcasters, researchers, and migrants themselves can do - drawing on evidence-based examples of what works and generating practical recommendations to bring these to scale.

The green transition is not just an environmental challenge - it is a labour market transformation. The shift to renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and climate-resilient economies is creating new and growing demand for workers and skills that domestic labour markets cannot always supply. 

This dialogue is specifically focused on how human mobility - well-governed and structured - can support the green transition, rather than simply being shaped by it. The question is not only how climate change drives displacement, but how migration can actively enable the clean energy future.

Skills mismatches are already a bottleneck for the green transition. Green construction, renewable energy installation, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation all require talent. Mobility partnerships - between countries, employers, training institutions, and international organisations - can address these needs while creating genuine opportunities for migrants.

Well-designed labour mobility schemes for the green economy must also protect migrants themselves: ensuring ethical recruitment, fair wages, skills recognition, and portability of social protection. The dialogue will examine both what is already working and where gaps remain.

Ageing populations in many high-income economies compound green labour shortages - making international labour mobility not a temporary fix but a structural feature of sustainable economic planning. This dialogue will explore how governments and employers can plan for this systematically.

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Cultural policy is underutilised as a lever for integration and social cohesion. The dialogue will explore how national and local governments can better connect cultural investment with migration governance - and what role foundations and international organisations can play in brokering these connections.

Migration has always been a source of cultural innovation and creative energy. The most vibrant cities in the world - from New York to Berlin to Lagos - have been shaped by successive waves of migrants bringing new ideas, aesthetics, languages, and practices. Yet this contribution is systematically underrepresented in migration policy debates.

Cities are at the forefront of cultural exchange and integration, making local leadership critical. Mayors and municipal authorities are often ahead of national governments in developing inclusive approaches - and in recognising migration as an asset rather than a burden.

Creative industries - from museums and galleries to film and television - are increasingly engaging with migration themes, both as subject matter and as an employment and entrepreneurship pathway for migrants and diaspora communities.

The Venice Biennale, international film festivals, literary prizes, and major cultural institutions have in recent years centred migrant voices and stories. This dialogue will ask what it takes to move from one-off moments of recognition to sustained structural change - in funding, commissioning, programming, and hiring.

Watch it live on UN Web TV.