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    Jun 22

    WFUNA joins 250+ NGOs, addresses UN NGO Committee this am, expressing: 1. Concern for how shrinking space impacts 's work 2. Limited NGO access risks missing out on key expertise 3. Inconsistent access to different UN offices Full stmt:

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  2. Jun 26

    We're now accepting applications for the 2nd Urban Innovation Challenge: Citipreneurs! Application details here:

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  3. Jun 26

    "For the 1st time in history there will be gender balance between ALL briefers during July. In 2018, this should not be the exception, but the norm." - way to go ! Come find out more about Sweden's presidency on July 2:

    5 days until presidency! For the 1st time in history there will be gender balance between ALL briefers during July. In 2018, this should not be the exception, but the norm. We hope this will set a new standard. Ps.TY SG for making a priority!
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    Jun 23

    Where do we stand on the achievement of the ? Get 🗝️ facts and more from our latest report:

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    Jun 25

    Today is an important day. For the first time in 9 years the holds a Formal Debate on . Denmark remains fully committed to R2P and supports SG ’ recommendation to make R2P a standing agenda item on UNGA's agenda.

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    Jun 25

    UNFPA Youth works with young people, helping them participate in decisions affecting them, and strengthening their ability to advance human rights and development issues. Learn more about their efforts here:

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  7. Jun 22

    And this what an entire of day of work looks like! The road to for + is clear (and very colorful)!

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  8. Jun 22

    Working session 3 focused on building an inclusive movement on +, particularly looking at the role of civil society, youth and private sector. encourages the audience to take the opportunity to involve .

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  9. Jun 22

    Off to working session 2: “Mobilize actions to accelerate implementation of SDG16+” from Pathfinders reminds us of key elements to mobilize people on + 1. Global Asks 2. Serious commitments 3. Political champions 4. Key moments

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    Jun 22

    The provides a great opportunity for the UN to work in partnership with civil society. Let’s not miss it!

    WFUNA joins 250+ NGOs, addresses UN NGO Committee this am, expressing: 1. Concern for how shrinking space impacts 's work 2. Limited NGO access risks missing out on key expertise 3. Inconsistent access to different UN offices Full stmt:
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    Jun 22

    WFUNA notes that it is easier for NGOs to gain access to UN at offices in Geneva, Nairobi and Vienna than at headquarters in NYC.

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    Jun 22

    First time NGOs are allowed even to address the Committee on these issues. We need to mobilize member states for stronger support.

    WFUNA joins 250+ NGOs, addresses UN NGO Committee this am, expressing: 1. Concern for how shrinking space impacts 's work 2. Limited NGO access risks missing out on key expertise 3. Inconsistent access to different UN offices Full stmt:
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  13. Jun 22

    Off to our Working Session 1 - Demonstrate progress and results Lucy Turner from calls for an inclusive voluntary review and how this actually means SDG16 in action.

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  14. Jun 22

    After group discussions, a few key points emerged: 1) Engage business community in a meaningful way 2) Meaningful reporting = inclusion 3) Create links to country level + country teams + regional networks

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  15. Jun 22

    “Civil society is the bridge between the public and governments, and cannot be achieved without civil society. The 16+ Forum looks to bring together different actors to discuss how SDG16+ looks in action.”

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  16. Jun 22

    And we’re off to a great start! ’s 16+ Forum, & Pathfinders workshop “The Path to : from Ambition to Results for SDG16+” looks to leverage concrete ideas on how to take forward.

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    Jun 21

    The job of the includes addressing the needs and rights of young people, bringing the work of the United Nations closer to them. Learn more about the work of the Youth Envoy here:

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  18. Jun 21

    Civil society reps! Ask your questions for President for July Amb. during our next CSO Dialogue on July 2! RSVP:

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    Jun 21

    1000 days down......4211 to go till 2030. Keep up the momentum! Together we CAN achieve

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    Jun 20

    Eleanor Roosevelt chaired the Commission on Human Rights in 1949. Her contributions to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights made the document we refer to today. via

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