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UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
The report explores how youth-led local actions can accelerate the 2030 Agenda while advancing the World Programme of Action for Youth. Drawing on inputs from Member States, UN entities, and youth organizations, it highlights the need for stronger policy coordination between local and national authorities, focusing on social protection, resilient livelihoods, and sustainable communities. The report underscores youth participation in shaping, monitoring, and evaluating policies, and offers recommendations to enhance engagement, coherence across decision-making, and integrated action on poverty, education, employment, and climate.
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
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…
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |
UN ECOSOC Reports on Social Development |