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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 |
A/80/147 - Released on 5 August 2025 11:55 PM EDT: The report analyzes how commitments from the World Summit for Social Development align with current demographic realities as Member States prepare for the Second World Summit for Social Development (4–6 November 2025, Doha). It focuses on the three pillars of social development—poverty eradication, productive employment, and social integration—highlighting policy priorities such as strengthening care systems, adapting to technological change (including AI), preparing for climate-related shocks, combating age-based discrimination, promoting lifelong learning, fostering age-inclusive workforces, and enhancing community participation.…
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.