The Sixth Meeting of the Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development brings together more than 1,000 participants, between government delegates and representatives of international and United Nations System organizations, the private sector, academia and civil society, convened under the banner of “Accelerating the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and the full implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at all levels.”
AI can help strengthen resilience in the face of natural disasters, design energy-efficient buildings, improve food production, advance medical diagnoses, and aid scientific research.
Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.
With this support of a joint UN programme, Ziynegul has been able to turn her childhood passion into a thriving business that not only supports her family but also creates opportunities for other women in her district.
Parvathy brings more than 30 years of experience in development and humanitarian sectors, focusing on strategic planning, performance, and risk management, people management, conflict analysis and humanitarian access negotiations.
Because of her illness, Nicole has suffered more than 100 bone fractures in her lifetime, but she has never given up. Nicole has long been an ally of the UN in the fight for inclusion and the rights of people with disabilities. Her story is now featured in a book published by the UN.
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, meeting with school children in Niamey, Niger, emphasized the need for resilience and innovation to move the needle on education.
Time is running out as the world inches closer to meltdown and countries must change course before it is too late, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned the General Assembly, presenting his priorities for the year.
Separated by thousands of kilometres, united by a common cause – they both share a common vision. Both are advisers on ensuring the rights and improving the quality of life of people with disabilities.
