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This document presents key milestones in the recent history of social development and the main challenges and specific proposals submitted by the ministries of social development and equivalent entities of the region, in the framework of the Regional Conference on Social Development in Latin America and the Caribbean, for consideration during the work and discussions of the Second World Summit for Social Development. The aim of these inputs is to advance inclusive social development worldwide, with a view to transforming the development model and building a more productive, inclusive and sustainable future.

As Member States prepare for the Second World Summit for Social Development, they face a defining choice: continue addressing poverty eradication, the creation of decent work, and social inclusion as siloed policy areas—or renew the broader, integrated approach to social progress first articulated at the first social summit, in 1995.

Progress in reducing poverty is fragile. Covid-19 and growing threats from climate change and conflict are a stark reminder that many people are still one misfortune away from falling into poverty. Strengthening the resilience of families and communities to prevent falls into poverty is essential to prevent setbacks to safeguard progress over the long term.

Inequalities based on age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, or economic or other status persist across generations, limiting access to opportunities like education, health, and jobs. Disaggregated data is essential to reveal these disparities and inform targeted action. A life course approach, grounded in robust evidence, can help dismantle structural barriers and promote inclusive, equitable development for all.

This brief presents the main findings of the Nordic consultation held in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development, organized by UNRISD in collaboration with Fingo, the umbrella organization of Finnish development NGOs. The consultation brought together Nordic stakeholders to review achievements since 1995, examine contemporary social development priorities and challenges, and contribute regional perspectives to help shape the Summit’s discussions. It highlights lessons from the Nordic model and the region’s experiences as important contributions to advancing inclusive and sustainable social development globally.

This brief presents the main findings of the Asia consultation held in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development, organized by UNRISD in collaboration with the Korean Association of International Development and Cooperation (KAIDEC). The consultation assessed regional progress since 1995, examined persistent and emerging challenges, and gathered diverse perspectives from across the region to help shape the Summit’s discussions. It highlights Asia’s priorities and experiences as essential contributions to advancing inclusive and sustainable social development globally.

This document presents the main findings of the Africa consultation held in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development, organized by UNRISD in collaboration with the South African Research Chair (SARChI) in Social Policy at the University of South Africa. The consultation assessed regional progress since 1995, examined persistent and emerging challenges, and gathered diverse perspectives from across the continent to help shape the Summit’s discussions. It highlights Africa’s priorities and experiences as essential contributions to advancing inclusive, equitable and sustainable social development globally.

This brief presents the main findings of the Latin America and Caribbean consultation held in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development, organized by UNRISD in collaboration with the Latin American Council for Social Sciences (CLACSO). The consultation assessed regional progress since 1995, examined persistent and emerging challenges, and gathered diverse perspectives from across the region to help shape the Summit’s discussions. It highlights the region’s priorities and experiences as essential contributions to advancing inclusive and sustainable social development globally.

This brief (ES) presents the main findings of the Mexico consultation held on 6 June 2025 in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development and the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development. The event was organized by UNRISD in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), El Colegio de México, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, and the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC). The consultation gathered academics, policymakers and civil society representatives to discuss key concerns and effective policy solutions in the context of today’s global polycrisis. It highlights Mexico’s perspectives and commitment to multilateralism as important contributions to advancing inclusive and sustainable social development globally. 

This brief presents the main findings of the Central Asia consultation held in preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development, organized by UNRISD in collaboration with the Social Policy Lab under the National Agency for Social Protection of Uzbekistan. The consultation gathered regional experts to bring Central Asian voices into the drafting of the Summit’s political declaration, complementing earlier dialogues across Asia. It assessed social development progress since 1995, examined persistent and emerging challenges unique to the sub-region, and provided policy analysis to inform the Summit’s process. It highlights Central Asia’s priorities and experiences as vital contributions to advancing inclusive and sustainable social development globally.