Flags are raised on eve of 2022 UN Ocean Conference opening
鈥淭his flag raising ceremony marks the beginning of UN operations at the venue of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference, which will be held here from 27 June to 1 July,鈥
Young ocean leaders gather to innovate for the ocean
鈥 This is not just another photo op,鈥 stressed Brendan Levy, Chief Program Officer with the Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), as the Youth and Innovation Forum kicked off in Cascais, Portugal on 24 June...
Ocean literacy and unlocking a revolution in ocean science solutions
The ocean holds the keys to an equitable and sustainable development path for all. This is the premise behind the and it will be in the spotlight during several major international summits this year to promote ocean health, including the UN Ocean Conference, which is set to open soon in Lisbon, Portugal.
UN Public Service Awards recognize 10 innovations to help world recover better from COVID-19
Ten initiatives from Brazil, Canada, India, Ireland, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and Ukraine have been recognized for their innovative public service delivery with the prestigious UN Public Service Awards at a virtual celebration organized by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs today.
5 reasons you should care about our ocean
Our ocean is in serious trouble. Heating, pollution, acidification, and oxygen loss pose serious threats to the health of the ocean and to all living beings who call this vast planetary resource their home. Why should you care? Here are 5 reasons:
Global Policy Dialogues to examine goals under review at upcoming HLPF
With the world facing numerous crises 鈥 the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, deepening inequalities and climate change, just to name a few 鈥 the need for global solidarity has become ever more urgent.
How can the public service leverage partnerships to build back better?
Over two years ago the world shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic while essential workers risked their lives, some losing them to keep us alive...
Disabilities convention supports 鈥榠nclusive, accessible, and sustainable world鈥
We have the tools to end the 鈥渟ystemic marginalization鈥 of persons with disabilities, the UN chief told the 15th Conference of States Parties...
Building disability-inclusive societies in the COVID context and beyond
There are only eight years left for the world to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With 185 ratifications to the United Nations Convention...
Sustainable water and energy use take center stage at global symposium
The first Global Symposium on Sustainable Water and Energy Solutions convenes today till 15 June 2022, bringing together experts...
Solidarity, sustainability, science, will guide new General Assembly President鈥檚 agenda
A veteran Hungarian diplomat was appointed President of the forthcoming session of the UN General Assembly...
INTERVIEW: 鈥楧eliver the care our ocean needs 鈥 together鈥, urge co-hosts of UN conference
World Oceans Day marked on 8 June, reminds us of the significant role oceans have in everyday life...
Saving the ocean to protect our future
The time is now to scale up ocean action, for the sake of our lives and the future of our planet.
SDG 7 Advisory Group urges energy policies and actions that support broader sustainability goals to maximize impact across multiple global crises
An advisory group of energy experts is calling for...
5 things you should know about the UN Ocean Conference, a chance to save the planet鈥檚 largest ecosystem
The Ocean is the planet鈥檚 largest ecosystem, regulating the climate, and providing livelihoods...