Moving Beyond Ageism: The power of older age in work, healthcare, culture, and media towards equity, 16 March 2021 | Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD)

11 March 2021

In the run-up to the launch of the UN Global Report on Ageism, DESA is joining the Global Coalition on Aging, NYC Department for the Aging, and NYU Silver School of Social Work for an interactive discussion on how to tackle ageism and take concrete steps towards equity for all ages. Twelve experts from across industries will talk about the impact ageism has on the lives of New Yorkers and older adults around the globe. The event will take place on Tuesday, 16 March 2021 from 2:00 to 3:30pm ET.

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UN Chronicle Article 'Leveling the Playing Field: Inspiring Change through Sport' by Charles Katoanga

In an article for the UN Chronicle, Mr. Charles Katoanga, Director of the Division of Inclusive Social Development in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs shared his perspective on the global power of sport.The article discusses the role of…

News | 08 April 2025

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2025

The Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of the Principality of Monaco and the Permanent Mission of Qatar hosted an event on Monday, 7 April, to celebrate the International Day of Sport for…

News | 08 April 2025

Statement by the Chairperson and Expert Members of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on the Situation of Indigenous Peoples In the DRC

Statement by the Chairperson of the United Nations Permanent Forum, Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, and Expert Members Vital Bambanze, Darío José Mejía Montalvo, Aluki Kotierk, Hanieh Moghani, Rodrigo Eduardo Paillalef- 8 April 2025The Chairperson of the…