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Engagement Opportunities in the lead up to WSSD2 2025
The Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2) presents a diverse array of engagement opportunities for individuals and organizations aiming to contribute to global discourse and innovation. Participants can immerse themselves in thought-provoking panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking sessions designed to foster collaboration across various sectors. The summit also offers avenues for showcasing groundbreaking projects and research, providing a platform for thought leaders to share insights and drive meaningful change. Attendees are encouraged to engage actively, leveraging these opportunities to expand their professional networks, gain fresh perspectives, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future landscape of global initiatives.
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80th Session of General Assembly
Organise or co-convene side events
UNRISD to co-convene three side events to foster dialogue among thought leaders, policymakers, and activists. The topics are: financing care societies, gender backlash, climate change, and gender. The events will serve as a platform to highlight research findings and actionable recommendations stemming from UNRISD’s preparatory work on Gender-related issues.
UNRISD organized and co-convened side event entitled "Towards the World Summit for Social Development: Economy of Wellbeing Approach and Social Justice as Investments for Future Generations" to foster dialogue among thought leaders, policymakers, and activists. The event served as a platform to highlight research findings and actionable recommendations stemming from UNRISD’s preparatory work. Partners for side events included UN agencies, UN member states, civil society organizations, and experts.