Family ECOSOC

Reports

2023

Preparations for and observance of the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family

As part of the preparations for the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family, the report focuses on analysis of demographic trends and their impact on families and family-oriented policies. With regard to fertility decisions and maternal mortality reduction, the Secretary-General recommends provision of quality education, ensuring access to reproductive health services and family planning and investment in health-care facilities in remote areas. In terms of work-family balance, the Secretary-General suggests investing in flexible working arrangements, parental leave and high quality and affordable childcare.

With regard to ageing, recommendations are offered on social security and pensions, family-based care systems for older persons and institutional health-care provision, especially long-term care. Moreover, the importance of investment in intergenerational facilities, such as intergenerational shared sites and multigenerational living arrangements, is emphasized. The Secretary-General furthermore describes the current state of preparations for the observance of the thirtieth the anniversary of the International Year of the Family at all levels.

2023

Preparations for and observance of the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family

2021

Report of the Secretary-General: Implementation of the objectives of the International Year of the Family (A/76/61-E/2021/4) - 2021 Report

2019

Accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by, for and with persons with disabilities (E/CN.5/2019/4) - 2019 Report

2018

Implementation of the objectives of the International Year of the Family and its follow-up processes
(A/73/61–E/2018/4) - 2018 Report

Resolutions

2023

Preparations for and observance of the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family

2014

Observance of the twentieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family and Beyond - 2014 Resolution

2013

Preparations for and observance of the twentieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family - 2013 Resolution

2012

Preparations for and observance of the twentieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family in 2014 - 2012 Resolution

2011

Preparation for and observance of the twentieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family - 2011 Resolution