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(2nd meeting) Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on the United Nations Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation.

Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on the United Nations Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation will hold their organizational meeting from 3-6 February 2025.

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Priorities of ECOSOC 2025 Session - Press Conference.

Press briefing by newly elected President of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Ambassador Robert Keith Rae (Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations).

ECOSOC President Robert Keith Rae (Canada) on priorities of ECOSOC 2025 Session - Press Conference.

[widowsday]

Civilizational values and the UN: Women's Resilience and Empowerment.

Event featuring a conversation with Ms. Lakshmi M Puri, Former Assistant Secretary-General UN Women and Author of the Book 'Swallowing the Sun'.

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Concept note.

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EOSG Special event on Transforming Education.

As we approach the two-year anniversary of the Transforming Education Summit (TES), the Secretary-General will convene a Special Event on Transforming Education on 11 July 2024 in collaboration with the President of the General Assembly and the President of ECOSOC.

Objectives: The Special Event on Transforming Education will consider the outcomes of the TES Stocktake and seek to strengthen support for the advancement of education with the UN's overall agenda. In advance of the Summit of the Future in September 2024 and the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development and the World Social Summit in 2025, it will place a particular spotlight on two key issues: investing in education and building learning societies.

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Concept Note

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How OCHA's Pooled Funds advance meaningful partnerships for innovations in humanitarian response (HAS 2024 Side Event).

This side events to be convened during the ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment will seek to reaffirm the need for trusted funding tools such as the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) and Country Based Pooled Funds (CBPF) as pivotal instruments within the global humanitarian architecture for enabling rapid and effective responses.

To enable decision-makers to allocate available resources on the basis of meeting the needs of the most vulnerable people in a timely and effective manner, engage in meaningful partnerships to advance in the most appropriate and accurate picture of critical needs against funding. The mobilization of resources from a more diverse range of actors – and the variety of modalities -- is imperative given the truly unprecedented scale of needs in ensuring humanity is restored to all.

Related Sites and Documents

Concept note

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United Nations Pledging Conference for Development Activities.

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The United Nations Pledging Conference for Development Activities is held under the auspices of the General Assembly in line with resolution 32/197. This will be the first Pledging Conference since the adoption of General Assembly decision 75/511.

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United Nations Forum on Forests – 19th session (6 to 10 May 2024).

The United Nations Forum on Forests is a functional commission of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) with universal membership. Since its establishment in 2000, the Forum has set many milestones including the first UN Forest Instrument in 2007, the Global Forest Financing Facilitation Network (GFFFN) in 2015, and adoption of the first UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2030 and its six Global Forest Goals in 2017. 2024 marks the 19th session of the UN Forum on Forests (UNFF19).

UNFF19 is a historic session, as the Forum undertakes its midterm review of the International Arrangement on Forests. By assessing progress made and identifying gaps, the review will chart the course towards 2030 – to ensure achievement of the Global Forest Goals and accelerate progress towards the SDGs. The key outcomes of the session will be a High-Level Segment declaration and an omnibus resolution, which will include the outcome of the midterm review as well as the new Quadrennial Programme of Work of the Forum for 2025-2028.

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(7th meeting) UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, 23rd session.

Item 5 (f): Dialogue on Indigenous platforms established within United Nations entities

The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) is a high- level advisory body to the Economic and Social Council. The Forum was established on 28 July 2000 by resolution 2000/22, with the mandate to deal with indigenous issues related to economic and social development, culture, the environment, education, health and human rights.

More specifically, the Permanent Forum:

provides expert advice and recommendations on indigenous issues to the Council, as well as to programmes, funds and agencies of the United Nations, through ECOSOC;

raises awareness and promotes the integration and coordination of activities related to indigenous issues within the UN system;

prepares and disseminates information on indigenous issues;

promotes respect for and full application of the provisions of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and follow up the effectiveness of this Declaration (Art. 42 UNDRIP).

The twenty-third session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) will take place in-person at UN Headquarters in New York from 15-26 April 2024. Theme: "Enhancing Indigenous Peoples' right to self-determination in the context of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: emphasizing the voices of Indigenous youth".

UNFPPI23 Provisional Agenda.

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(1st meeting) 23rd session of the Committee of Experts on Public Administration - Economic and Social Council.

The Committee of Experts on Public Administration will hold its twenty-third session (CEPA23) at UN Headquarters in New York from 15 to 19 April 2024. The theme is "New governance insights to advance the SDGs and eradicate poverty"

Opening of the session

Institutional aspects of the theme of the 2024 session of ECOSOC and the 2024 HLPF

- Expert panel moderated by the Chair Interactive dialogue with CEPA members, Member States, United Nations system and civil society organizations

Together with

- Consideration of CEPA contribution to the HLPF and ECOSOC theme for 2024 by all members 

The Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) is a UN technical advisory body that studies and makes recommendations to improve governance and public administration structures and processes for development. It assists ECOSOC by reviewing trends, issues and priorities in public administration, notably in relation to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and in support of the implementation and progress reviews of the SDGs.

CEPA, 23rd session

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Multi-stakeholder round table 9: Data, monitoring and follow-up.

8th Plenary meeting - Round table at the First Session of the Preparatory Committee for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 22-26 July 2024. Data, including data on financing, is crucial for assessing progress and guiding actions towards achieving th...

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Canadian International Chaplaincy Association confers ambassadorial position on Dr. Ntiamoah-Mensah in New York

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Canadian International Chaplaincy Association confers ambassadorial position on Dr. Ntiamoah-Mensah in New York

The President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 3G Media Group was appointed Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of Special Envoy, a United Nations (UN) Ambassador or Special Envoy in Media and Public Relations.

The conferment honour was done on Saturday, October 2023 by the Canadian International Chaplaincy Association, a non-governmental organisation (NGO) in special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), in the city of New York. The surprise appointment was handed to him by Dr Devon Bannister at the 12th Edition of the Annual Mega 3G Awards and Celebrity Bash, held at the United Reformed Methodist Church, 2543 Marion Ave, Bronx, New York.

The letter announcing the appointment was issued on Saturday 7th October 2023, and signed by The Right Rev. Dr The Honourable Philip S. Phinn, OEA, D-C.P.C, the President General of World of Life Ministries International (WOLMI) and Dr. the Honorable Sharon J. Baquedo – Phinn, OEA, O.P.C, Main Ambassador to the UN Headquarters, New York.

Word of Life Christian Fellowship otherwise called Word of Life Ministries International (WOLMI) and thereafter shall be called WOLMI being the first and only Full Gospel Organization to be accredited by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). WOLMI has been given the right to appoint Ambassadors to the United Nations, at large and to Inter-governmental bodies.

The Executive Council has vested in the President the authority to appoint, promote and accredit Kingdom Ambassadors within the guidelines of its constitution.

The letter stated that Dr Ntiamoah-Mensah has the right to use the title “Ambassador” before his name and the letters “CDSE” after his name. It further noted that the title “Ambassador” is after the order of Ephesians 6:20 and from the Kingdom of God Constitution, according to 2 Corinthians 5:20 as enshrined in the scripture.

The letter further adds, “His Excellency, The Right Reverend, The Honorable Philip S. Phinn, Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of Extra Ordinary Ambassadors and President General of WOLMI, hereby appoint; His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Charles N. Ntiamoah-Mensah, CDSE, as Commander of the Most Distinguished Order of Special Envoy with all rights and privileges pertaining thereto of being an Ambassador; specialist in the field of Media and Public Relations”.

The letter noted “Given under my hand and the Executive Council of WOLMI, Dr. Phinn indicated that the appointee shall therefore be addressed as; His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Charles N. Ntiamoah-Mensah, CDSE”, stated portions of the letter.

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Charles N. Ntiamoah-Mensah offered his profound gratitude to God for helping him overcome health challenges. He is eternally grateful.

The newly appointed ambassador in a few words of appreciation thanked the Canadian International Chaplaincy Association represented by Dr Devon Bannister for bestowing on him such a big international honour, emphasising the immense contributions and support he has received from his dear wife; Rosemond, children; Kendra, Ella and Angel, Mum, Elizabeth and brothers; David in London, UK during his struggles.

Further, he acknowledged Hon. Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, NPP Presidential aspirant, Bishop Adonteng Boateng, the Ghana Ministers Fellowship International, United Worship Council and his entire 3G Media Group team and all media partners for their support over the years.

Other important personalities who supported him in receiving the honour were; Mr Akwasi Agyemang, CEO, of Ghana Tourism Authority, Bishop & Mrs Amankwah, CEO, of Lifecode911 Africa, Mama Felicia Gambrah and Chief Abubakar aka Wuro Mola of the Kotokoli Community.

(By: 3G Media Group)

[allthebrazilianpolitics]

Lula advocates UN reform: 'The post of secretary-general has never been held by a woman'

The statement was made at the opening ceremony of the United Nations General Assembly in New York

On Tuesday morning (24), President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Workers’ Party) advocated reform of the United Nations (UN) in New York, United States.  

Lula was applauded by heads of state and members of delegations from foreign countries when he said that “there is no gender balance in the exercise of the highest functions [of the UN]. The post of secretary-general has never been held by a woman.” 

“It is time to react vigorously to this situation, restoring the organization and the prerogatives that derive from its status as a global forum. One-off adjustments are not enough. We need to consider a broad revision of the [UN] charter,” said the president.

The reform, in his words, should include four points. The first is to include sustainable development issues and the fight against climate change in the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), with “real capacity to inspire financial institutions.”

The other points are updating the theme of international peace and security, given the growing scenario of conflicts and wars around the world; strengthening a peace-building agenda; and a specific reform of the United Nations Security Council, “focusing on its composition, working methods and right of veto, to make it more effective and representative of contemporary reality.”

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2024 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment - Economic and Social Council, 29th plenary meeting.

The 2024 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment (HAS) will take place from 25 to 27 June in New York. The theme for the 2024 HAS is "Putting humanity first in the face of conflicts and climate change: strengthening humanitarian assistance and respect for international humanitarian law, and promoting effectiveness, innovation and partnerships".

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ECOSOC (Humanitarian Affairs Segment) webpage Programme

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Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Economic and Social Council, Special meeting.

Opening remarks by Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations.

The objectives of the Special Meeting are to:

Examine the role of governance frameworks in guiding the ethical and responsible deployment of AI technologies to support the achievement of the SDGs;

Showcase real-life examples and case studies illustrating how AI has been utilized to address specific SDGs, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned; and

Facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and partnerships among stakeholders from governments, international organizations, academia, civil society, the private sector, technical standards organizations, and AI experts in leveraging AI for sustainable development.

The Special Meeting will bring together diverse stakeholders from governments, international organizations, academia, civil society, the private sector, technical standards organizations and AI experts to foster dialogue, collaboration and knowledge sharing on leveraging AI for sustainable development.

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The International Social Security Association (ISSA) is an international organization bringing together national social security administrations and agencies. Founded in 1927, the ISSA has more than 330 member organizations in 158 countries. It has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, in the International Labour Office (ILO).

Social security

The recognition of social security as a basic human right is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948).The development of social security programmes is considered to be one of the most significant social achievements of the international community, but its enhancement and extension remain one of the main challenges of the 21st century.

As per the ISSA Constitution, the term "social security" means any scheme or programme established by legislation, or any other mandatory arrangement, which provides protection, whether in cash or in kind, in the event of employment accidents, occupational diseases, unemployment, maternity, sickness, invalidity, old age, retirement, survivorship, or death, and encompasses, among others, benefits for children and other family members, health care benefits, prevention, rehabilitation, and long-term care. It can include social insurance, social assistance, mutual benefit schemes, provident funds, and other arrangements which, in accordance with national law or practice, form part of a country's social security system.

At the World Social Security Forum held in 2016 in Panama the then ISSA Secretary General Hans-Horst Konkolewsky underscored that global trends, including demographic changes and the impact of the digital economy are transforming the context in which social security operates. While there is an unprecedented global political commitment to provide all people with access to social protection, and recognition that social security is a social and economic investment, the future sustainability and extension of social security will require significant innovation.

Aims

The constitutional mandate of the ISSA is "to co-operate, at the international level, in the promotion and development of social security throughout the world (…) in order to advance the social and economic conditions of the population on the basis of social justice."

The ISSA's aim is to promote Dynamic Social Security as the social dimension in a globalizing world through supporting excellence in social security administration. The ISSA promotes excellence in social security administration through professional guidelines, expert knowledge, services and support to enable its members to develop dynamic social security systems and policy throughout the world.

To face the evolving needs of the world’s population, the ISSA advocates that social security must increasingly adapt and innovate to foster integrated, coherent, proactive, and forward-looking social security policies with the aim of better ensuring universal access to social security.

History

Founded under the auspices of the International Labour Organization (ILO) on 4 October 1927 in Brussels (Belgium), as the International Conference of Sickness Insurance Funds and Mutual Benefit Societies - Conférence internationale des unions nationales de sociétés mutuelles et de caisses d'assurance-maladie. The name was changed in 1936, in Prague (Czechoslovakia), to the International Social Insurance Conference - Conférence internationale de la mutualité et des assurances sociales (CIMAS). The present name was adopted in 1947, in Geneva (Switzerland), together with a new Constitution.

The ISSA is accorded General Category consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council[7] (ECOSOC).[8] This accreditation by the United Nations has been given in recognition of the fact that the ISSA's work conforms to the spirit, charter and principles of the United Nations. The privileges that come with this title affords to the ISSA the right to attend, and contribute in a substantive manner to, UN General Assembly special sessions, as well as international conferences called by the UN and other intergovernmental bodies.

In the space of nine decades, the ISSA has expanded into a worldwide Association, now bringing together more than 330 organizations in 160 countries.

Activities

The ISSA organizes a World Social Security Forum and General Assembly at the end of each triennium (the most recent was held in Brussels, Belgium, in October 2019) and during each triennium organizes four Regional Social Security Forums (in Africa, the Americas, Asia/Pacific and Europe); convenes topic-related technical seminars in various regions; hosts international conferences - on information and communication technology in social security; social security actuaries and statisticians; and international policy research; and is the co-organizer of the World Congress on Occupational Safety and Health every three years. The ISSA publishes professional Guidelines for key areas of social security administration, collects and disseminates information on social security programmes throughout the world; undertakes research and policy analysis on the social security issues and distributes their results; encourages mutual assistance between member organizations; facilitates good practice collection and exchange; cooperates with other international or regional organizations exercising activities related to the field; communicates with its constituency and media and promotes social security through advocacy and information; and forges partnerships between the ISSA and other international organizations active in the area of social security to advance common strategies, including the International Labour Organization, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the World Bank.In 2013 the ISSA launched its Centre for Excellence in Social Security Administration, which consists of an innovative package of services to facilitate and support administrative improvements by member organizations. The ISSA Centre for Excellence provides services and support to social security administrations committed to good governance, high performance and service quality. The Centre builds on a series of internationally-recognized professional Guidelines for core areas of social security administration.

In 2012 the ISSA formalized an agreement with the International Labour Organization aimed at reinforcing collaboration in support of the extension and promotion of social security. The historic agreement recognizes the key contribution of social security institutions to the extension of coverage. The Memorandum marked a new chapter in the long-standing strategic partnership between the organizations and reinforced efforts to extend social security worldwide.

Social Security Programs Throughout the World is the product of a cooperative effort between ISSA member the US Social Security Administration (SSA) and the International Social Security Association (ISSA). Social Security Programs Throughout the World highlights the principal features of social security programs in more than 170 countries. One of four regional volumes is issued every six months.

Priorities

The three topical priority areas in the current ISSA programme are:

Administrative and operational efficiency and effectiveness

Extension of social security coverage

Dynamic Social Security: A key condition for inclusive societies and economic growth

Publications

The ISSA publishes a quarterly journal in the social security field, the International Social Security Review in English, in collaboration with Wiley-Blackwell Publishing. The ISSA's periodic series Developments and Trends and Social Policy Highlight disseminate new findings on social security policy and practice internationally. It co-publishes the series Social Security Programs Throughout the World, in co-operation with the [ United States Social Security Administration]]] In partnership with the OECD and the International Organisation of Pension Supervisors[10] (IOPS), the ISSA produces Complementary and Private Pensions Throughout the World. The ISSA also issues an electronic newsletter; social security policy briefs; analytical reports on specific topics; and a range of thematic technical reports. The ISSA provides comprehensive data on various aspects of social security including: an overview of social security systems worldwide; a monitor of social security reforms; summaries of complementary and private pension systems; social security legislation; a comprehensive bibliography; and a thesaurus of social security terminology. Databases are available via the ISSA Web portal.

Governance structure

The main statutory bodies of the ISSA are the General Assembly (meets every 3 years) that consists of delegates appointed by member organizations; the Council (normally meets at each session of the General Assembly) that comprises one titular delegate or one substitute delegate from each country where there is at least one affiliate member organization; the Bureau (meets twice annually) that comprises the President, Treasurer, Secretary General and elected representatives of the 4 geographical regions.

Membership

The ISSA's affiliate membership includes government departments, institutions, agencies and other entities and (non-international) federations of these. Associate membership includes (non-international) organizations with objectives compatible with those of ISSA but not qualified to become affiliate members.

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