• On the Ground Episode 20: Civil Society and the UN Summit of the Future

  • Oct 23 2024
  • Length: 44 mins
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On the Ground Episode 20: Civil Society and the UN Summit of the Future

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  • This ‘On the Ground’ podcast episode explores insights from the Summit of the Future, an initiative by the United Nations to reform global governance and implement sustainable development goals.

    Key Takeaways:

    • The Summit of the Future aimed to address pathways for reforming the UN Charter and achieving sustainable development goals but faced critique for insufficient grassroots involvement.

    • Despite challenges in civil society representation, there were notable documents adopted, like the Pact of the Future and the Global Digital Compact, aiming at equitable internet access and consideration for future generations.

    Resources:

    • Global NGO Executive Committee Website: GNEC

    • World Yoga Community: https://www.worldyogacommunity.org

    • League of Women Voters: https://www.lwv.org

    • Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues: https://www.spssi.org

    • International Federation on Aging: https://www.ifa.ngo
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