Welcome to the United Nations
The 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) is tentatively scheduled to take place from 2 to 10 February 2026 in Conference Room 4, United Nations Headquarters, New York.
Priority Theme
Advancing Social Development and Social Justice through Coordinated, Equitable, and Inclusive Policies
Members of the Bureau
The Bureau of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD) plays a vital role in facilitating the preparation for, and in ensuring the successful outcome of the session. The Bureau for the CSocD64 comprises the following members:
| Function | Name | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chair | H.E. Khrystyna Hayovyshyn | Ukraine |
| Vice-Chairperson | Mr. Stefano Guerra | Portugal |
| Vice-Chairperson | Ms. Heba Mostafa | Egypt |
| Vice-Chairperson | Ms. Miousemine Celestin | Haiti |
| Vice-Chairperson | Ms. Tursunbubu Chotonova | Kyrgyz Republic |
Organization of the Session
- Current Membership (as of 4 April 2025)
Documents
- Provisional agenda and documentation for the 64th session of the Commission, E/CN.5/2025/L.1
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Call for Side Events
The online application for side events at the CSocD64 is now open! Side events provide a dynamic platform to share innovative ideas and partnerships advancing this year’s priority theme: “Advancing Social Development and Social Justice through Coordinated, Equitable, and Inclusive Policies.”
Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/csocd64-events. The deadline is 12 December 2025 (12 am EST – New York time). Only one event per main sponsor will be accepted. Priority will be given to multi-stakeholder events involving Member States, intergovernmental organizations, UN entities, and civil society. A provisional list of confirmed side events will be published by 12 January 2026.
NGO Participation
UN DESA with the support of the NGO Committee on Social Development facilitate the participation of NGOs in the sessions of the CSocD. NGOs that are accredited to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) may designate representatives to attend the annual sessions of the CSocD. Learn more about the UN ECOSOC accreditation.
Modalities of NGO Participation and Registration: The deadline is 16 January 2026
NGOs play a vital role in the activities of the CSocD. UN DESA supports the involvement of NGOs accredited by the ECOSOC in CSocD sessions. These accredited NGOs participate in the annual sessions of the CSocD. Registration for the 64th session of the CSocD is now available for ECOSOC-accredited NGOs. For more details, please visit the Registration page.
NGO Written Statements: The deadline is now CLOSED.
NGOs in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC General or Special Status) can submit their written statement to the CSocD64, in accordance with Council resolution 1996/31. NGOs in consultative status with the ECOSOC may submit one individual statement per organization and may sign on to multiple joint statements. NGOs are strongly encouraged to submit joint statements in collaboration with other NGOs in consultative status with ECOSOC.
Making a speech during the general discussion: Coming soon...
If time allows, a limited number of NGOs with consultative status with ECOSOC may give oral statements during the general discussion. Priority will be given to NGOs discussing the main theme, emerging issues, or speaking on behalf of groups, caucuses, or coalitions. Each oral statement should be no longer than 3 minutes. NGOs that are selected will receive instructions via email.