How critical is the role of the private sector in achieving the SDGs?, SDG Media Zone

The SDG Media Zone aims to engage people all over the world in the important conversations happening during the high-level week of the UN General Assembly in New York from 18-22 September. Bringing together well-known personalities and Member States as well as content creators, influencers and media partners, the SDG Media Zone will provide a dynamic space to strengthen the commitment of the international community in support of the 2030 Agenda.

Heads of State and Government will be gathering at the UN Headquarters in New York for the 72nd session of the UN General Assembly which opens on 12th September. The theme of the general debate this year is “Focusing on people: striving for peace and a decent life for all on a sustainable planet”.

Speakers: Ms. Teresa Jennings, (2017 SDG Pioneer for the Rule of Law), Ms. Sonia Bashir Kabir, (2017 SDG Pioneer for women's digital empowerment), Ms. Tania Conte Cosentino, (2017 SDG Pioneer for energy management and sustainability)Mr. Joseph Thompson, (2017 SDG Pioneer for blockchain technology)

Moderator: Ms. Lise Kingo, (CEO and Executive Director, UN Global Compact)

This discussion examines the role of the private sectors in achieving the SDGs thanks to Global Compact, a UN initiative to encourage businesses to adopt socially responsible policies.