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The UN DESA Policy and Plan of Action for Disability Inclusion (2020–2030) outlines the Department’s comprehensive commitment to advancing disability inclusion in alignment with the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS). Building on decades of leadership in global disability policy, the publication sets out a clear framework to mainstream disability perspectives across UN DESA’s work, strengthen accessibility, promote equal participation, and ensure accountability. It details guiding principles, a twin-track approach, and a structured action plan with specific measures, ranging from leadership commitments and strategic planning to consultations with persons with disabilities…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
Recalling its resolution 76/13 of 2 December 2021, in which it decided to include in the provisional agenda of its seventy-eighth session the sub-item entitled “Building a peaceful and better world through sport and the Olympic ideal”, and recalling also its prior decision to consider the sub-item every two years, in advance of the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, Recalling also its resolution 48/11 of 25 October 1993, which, inter alia, revived the ancient Greek tradition of ekecheiria (“Olympic Truce”) calling for a truce during the Olympic Games to encourage a peaceful environment and ensure safe passage, access and participation for athletes and relevant persons at the Games,…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The Human Rights Council, Guided by the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, Reaffirming the Unive sal Declaration of Human Rights and recalling all relevant international human rights treaties, in particular the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, the International …
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report addresses how diverse contexts amplify the barriers faced by persons with disabilities, particularly those subjected to discrimination or whose rights are not upheld. It examines the situation of persons with disabilities and the status of implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in four such contexts: (a) rural or remote areas; (b) migration and forced displacement; (c) the criminal justice system; and (d) institutional settings, and provides an overview of good practices taken to reduce the amplified barriers within these contexts, by States Parties and United Nations entities. The report includes recommendations to States Parties for the…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
As part of the preparations for and observance of the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family, the report is focused on the impact of climate change on the well-being of families, highlighting challenges relating to food and water scarcity, worsening physical and mental health, increased intrafamilial violence and child marriage. In the report, the Secretary-General focuses on the role of families in climate action, as food producers, educators, consumers and advocates, and elaborates on policy implications, including under updated nationally determined contributions. He also highlights good practices in family policymaking at the national and regional levels and…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report contains recommendations of concrete measures to advance the long-standing social commitments established in the Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development of 1995 and the Programme of Action of the World Summit for Social Development. Member States are called upon to: (a) close persistent gaps in access to essential services; (b) improve the quality of services; (c) invest in productive employment and decent work; (d) establish fair, effective and efficient tax systems; (e) promote transparent, inclusive and accountable governance; and (f) strengthen multilateral cooperation rooted in equity, economic security and solidarity.
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report provides an overview of progress in implementing the resolution, focusing on the following emerging areas in youth development: (a) developing future-proof skills; (b) balancing opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence; and (c) fostering social resilience. It also reviews progress made in implementing the World Programme of Action for Youth, in the context of the thirtieth anniversary of the Programme. The report draws on input received from Member States, United Nations entities and youth organizations on efforts to advance youth development during the period under review. The report concludes with recommendations for consideration by the General Assembly.
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report provides an update on progress made by the United Nations system in advancing disability inclusion and implementing the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy. Six years since its launch, the Strategy has helped integrate disability considerations into planning, strengthened leadership commitment, and promoted more inclusive programming. However, challenges remain in transforming organizational culture to be fully inclusive of persons with disabilities.Drawing on progress reports from UN entities and country teams, the report reviews developments from 2019 to 2024, identifies barriers and enablers, and offers recommendations to strengthen coordination, implementation, and monitoring.…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report outlines key policies and actions that can assist cooperatives in realizing their full potential for supporting Member States to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and the outcomes of the World Summit for Social Development. The report provides highlights of the need for cooperatives to focus on strengthening democratic governance, investing in member education and expanding partnerships to scale their impact. With the Second World Social Summit due to convene in November 2025, the report provides an analysis of the role of cooperatives in poverty eradication through the creation of decent work and the advancement of social inclusion. The report also provides…
UN General Assembly Reports on Social Development |
The report contains an exploration of the central role of social capital as a transformative strategy for addressing multidimensional poverty and strengthening inclusive societies. Recognizing that poverty is both economic and relational in nature, the report serves to highlight how investments in trust, participation and social networks can reduce structural barriers, expand opportunities and foster a shared sense of belonging. In the report, national experiences are used to illustrate how social capital can be mobilized across key sectors, including employment, education, health, housing and community development, to address multidimensional poverty. The importance of inclusive…