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SUMMARY:International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
DESCRIPTION:IDSDP 2024: Sport for the Promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies\nThe International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP)\, which takes place annually on 6 April\, presents an opportunity to recognize the positive role sport and physical activity play in communities and in people’s lives across the globe. \nThe global theme for 2024 is “Sport for the Promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies”. \nIn observance of the International Day\, on April 4 an event at UN Headquarters in New York will focus on how prominent sporting bodies engage in partnerships to make positive impacts for people and the environments in which they operate. It will bring together members of the international sporting community – including members of the United Nations Football for the Goals initiative – to share best practices\, discuss challenges\, and explore collaborative opportunities to drive positive social change and contribute to global efforts towards sustainable development and peace. \nThe United Nations has long recognized the power and universality of sport\, using it to unite individuals and groups through supporting sport for development efforts\, participating in events from the global to the grassroots level\, and developing its own sports-related campaigns and initiatives. \n\nBackground\nDue to its vast reach\, unparalleled popularity and foundation of positive values\, sport is ideally positioned to contribute towards the United Nations’ objectives for development and peace. \nTo raise awareness of this potential\, 6 April was declared as the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) by the UN General Assembly. The adoption of this Day signifies the increasing recognition by the UN of the positive influence that sport can have on the advancement of human rights\, and social and economic development. \nIn its Resolution (A/RES/67/296) establishing the Day\, the General Assembly \n\n“Sport has the power to align our passion\, energy and enthusiasm around a collective cause. And that is precisely when hope can be nurtured and trust can be regained. It is in our collective interest to harness the tremendous power of sport to help build a better and more sustainable future for all.” \n– UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-sport-for-development-and-peace/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day of Human Space Flight
DESCRIPTION:The beginning of the space era for mankind\nThe General Assembly\, in its resolution A/RES/65/271 of 7 April 2011\, declared 12 April as the International Day of Human Space Flight “to celebrate each year at the international level the beginning of the space era for mankind\, reaffirming the important contribution of space science and technology in achieving sustainable development goals and increasing the well-being of States and peoples\, as well as ensuring the realization of their aspiration to maintain outer space for peaceful purposes.” \n12 April 1961 was the date of the first human space flight\, carried out by Yuri Gagarin\, a Soviet citizen. This historic event opened the way for space exploration for the benefit of all humanity. \nThe General Assembly expressed its deep conviction of the common interest of mankind in promoting and expanding the exploration and use of outer space\, as the province of all mankind\, for peaceful purposes and in continuing efforts to extend to all States the benefits derived there from. \n\nThe Voyager Golden Record: A reminder that we are all connected\nThe Voyager Golden Record shot into space in 1977 with a message from humanity to the cosmos – and decades later\, it stands as a reminder that we are all connected. The United Nations displays a replica of the Golden Record at its Headquarters\, and shares a deep connection to the process of creating it. A NASA committee asked the UN to provide materials to include on the playlist\, and the first words on the Record itself are those of the then-UN Secretary-General expressing hope for peace and friendship with whoever discovers and plays it. Bill Nye “The Science Guy\,” CEO of the Planetary Society\, walks viewers through how to decipher the Golden Record\, its significance today\, and how reverence for the universe can inspire action for our planet. This aligns with the ongoing work of the United Nations to promote international cooperation in the peaceful use and exploration of space. The Director of the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs\, Simonetta Di Pippo\, explains the significance of the Golden Record in our world now. “The undertaking of the Voyager project reminds us of who we are\, where we came from\, and that we should treat each other with care.” \n\nBackground\nOn 4 October 1957 the first human-made Earth satellite Sputnik I was launched into outer space\, thus opening the way for space exploration. On 12 April 1961\, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to orbit the Earth\, opening a new chapter of human endeavour in outer space. \nThe Declaration further recalls “the amazing history of human presence in outer space and the remarkable achievements since the first human spaceflight\, in particular Valentina Tereshkova becoming the first woman to orbit the Earth on 16 June 1963\, Neil Armstrong becoming the first human to set foot upon the surface of the Moon on 20 July 1969\, and the docking of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts on 17 July 1975\, being the first international human mission in space\, and recall that for the past decade humanity has maintained a multinational permanent human presence in outer space aboard the International Space Station.” \n\nUN and Space\nFrom the very beginning of the Space Age\, the United Nations recognized that outer space added a new dimension to humanity’s existence. The United Nations family strives continuously to utilize the unique benefits of outer space for the betterment of all humankind. \nRecognizing the common interest of humankind in outer space and seeking to answer questions on how outer space can help benefit the people’s of Earth\, the General Asssembly adopted its first resolution related to outer space\, resolution 1348 (XIII) entitled “Question of the Peaceful Use of Outer Space”. \nOn 10 October 1967\, the “Magna Carta of Space“\, also known as the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space\, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies entered into force. \nToday\, the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is the United Nations office responsible for promoting international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space. UNOOSA serves as the secretariat for the General Assembly’s only committee dealing exclusively with international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space: the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space(COPUOS). \nUNOOSA is also responsible for implementing the Secretary-General’s responsibilities under international space law and maintaining the United Nations Register of Objects Launched into Outer Space. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-human-space-flight/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:Chinese Language Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating United Nations Chinese Language Day\n　　There are six official languages ​​of the United Nations\, namely Arabic\, Chinese\, English\, French\, Russian and Spanish. In order to emphasize the importance of linguistic and cultural diversity and promote the equal use of the six official languages ​​of the United Nations\, in 2010\, the United Nations Department of Public Information (now the Department of Global Communications ) announced the launch of United Nations Language Day. This initiative celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity and promotes equal use of the six official languages ​​at the United Nations. In the same year\, after argumentation by domestic experts\, the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations proposed to the United Nations that Chinese Language Day be designated as April 20 every year on the traditional Chinese solar term “Grain Rain” to commemorate the contribution of Cangjie\, the “ancestor of Chinese characters” in character creation. . \n　　Since the first celebration was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on November 12\, 2010\, United Nations Chinese Language Day has become a window for people to understand Chinese culture. Every year before and after Chinese Language Day\, the United Nations Headquarters in New York launches a series of colorful activities\, covering art exhibitions\, Chinese learning forums\, special lectures\, fashion and traditional opera exhibitions\, etc. \nIn addition\, the United Nations offices in Geneva\, Bangkok\, Nairobi\, Vienna\, and other United Nations agencies will also hold exhibitions\, lectures\, interesting knowledge tests and other activities to highlight the charm of the Chinese language and culture. \n\nEstablishment of United Nations Language Day\n　　The United Nations has established Language Days for each of its six official languages. \nUnited Nations Language Day celebrates multilingual and cultural diversity and promotes equal use of the six official languages ​​of the United Nations. Under this initiative\, six celebration events will be held at United Nations duty stations around the world to commemorate each of the United Nations working languages. United Nations Language Day is both for entertainment and to remind the public to strengthen respect for the history\, culture and achievements of the six working languages ​​of the United Nations. \n\n\n\nChinese language day activities\nThe Grain Rain season coincides with the annual United Nations Chinese Language Day. Over the past decade or so\, the colorful activities of Chinese Language Day have attracted much attention and expectations because of their role in promoting the Chinese language in the multilateral diplomatic work of the United Nations and highlighting the unique charm of Chinese language and culture. This year’s Chinese Language Day will be themed “Chinese Wisdom\, Green Development” to contribute Chinese wisdom and provide Chinese solutions to green development and sustainable development. \nEVENT DETAILS\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/chinese-language-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Creativity and Innovation Day
DESCRIPTION:Creativity and innovation in problem-solving\nThere may be no universal understanding of creativity. The concept is open to interpretation from artistic expression to problem-solving in the context of economic\, social and sustainable development. Therefore\, the United Nations designated 21 April as World Creativity and Innovation Day to raise the awareness of the role of creativity and innovation in all aspects of human development. \n\nCreativity and culture\nThe creative economy too has no single definition. It is an evolving concept which builds on the interplay between human creativity and ideas and intellectual property\, knowledge and technology. Essentially it is the knowledge-based economic activities upon which the ‘creative industries’ are based. \nCreative industries –which include audiovisual products\, design\, new media\, performing arts\, publishing and visual arts– are a highly transformative sector of the world economy in terms of income generation\, job creation and export earnings. Culture is an essential component of sustainable development and represents a source of identity\, innovation and creativity for the individual and community. At the same time\, creativity and culture have a significant non-monetary value that contributes to inclusive social development\, to dialogue and understanding between peoples. Today\, the creative industries are among the most dynamic areas in the world economy providing new opportunities for developing countries to leapfrog into emerging high-growth areas of the world economy. \n\n\nNew momentum for the SDGs\nOn World Creativity and Innovation Day\, the world is invited to embrace the idea that innovation is essential for harnessing the economic potential of nations. Innovation\, creativity and mass entrepreneurship can provide new momentum towards achieving the Sustainable Sustainble Goals (SDGs). It can harness economic growth and job creation\, while expanding opportunities for everyone\, including women and youth. It can provide solutions to some of the most pressing problems such as poverty eradication and the elimination of hunger. Human creativity and innovation\, at both the individual and group levels\, have become the true wealth of nations in the twenty-first century. \nReshaping policies for creativity\nCulture and creativity account for 3.1% of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and 6.2% of all employment. Exports of cultural goods and services doubled in value from 2005 to reach US$389.1 billion in 2019. Besides being one of the youngest and fastest growing economic sectors in the world\, new and ongoing challenges also make the creative economy one of the most vulnerable sectors that is often overlooked by public and private investment. The 2022 UNESCO report\, Re|Shaping Policies for Creativity – Addressing culture as a global public good offers insightful new data that shed light on emerging trends at a global level\, as well as putting forward policy recommendations to foster creative ecosystems that contribute to a sustainable world by 2030 and beyond. \n\nGrowth through green innovation\nAchieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 SDGs – the most ambitious development agenda in human history – requires both creativity and innovation. Green technologies – those used to produce goods and services with smaller carbon footprints – are growing and providing increasing economic opportunities but many developing countries could miss them without decisive action. Through its Technology and Innovation Report 2023\, UNCTAD calls on governments to align environmental\, science\, technology\, innovation and industrial policies. \n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-creativity-and-innovation-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Mother Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:When Mother Earth sends us a message\nMother Earth is clearly urging a call to action. Nature is suffering. Oceans filling with plastic and turning more acidic. Extreme heat\, wildfires and floods\, have affected millions of people. Even these days\, we are still trying to get back on track from COVID-19\, a worldwide health pandemic linked to the health of our ecosystem. \nClimate change\, man-made changes to nature as well as crimes that disrupt biodiversity\, such as deforestation\, land-use change\, intensified agriculture and livestock production or the growing illegal wildlife trade\, can accelerate the speed of destruction of the planet. \nThis is the second Mother Earth Day celebrated within the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. Ecosystems support all life on Earth. The healthier our ecosystems are\, the healthier the planet – and its people. Restoring our damaged ecosystems will help to end poverty\, combat climate change and prevent mass extinction. But we will only succeed if everyone plays a part. \nFor this International Mother Earth Day\, let’s remimd ourselves – more than ever – that we need a shift to a more sustainable economy that works for both people and the planet. Let’s promote harmony with nature and the Earth. Join the global movement to restore our world! \n\n\n\n\nLet’s act now\nThere are multiple\, feasible and effective options to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to human-caused climate change\, and they are available now\, according to the last UN Climate Change report backed by science. \nIPCC REPORT \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nThe planet is losing 4.7 million hectares of forests every year – an area larger than Denmark.\nA healthy ecosystem helps to protect us from these diseases. Biological diversity makes it difficult for pathogens to spread rapidly.\nIt is estimated that around one million animal and plant species are now threatened with extinction.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-mother-earth-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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SUMMARY:English Language Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the English language at the UN\nEnglish Language Day at the UN is celebrated on 23 April\, the date traditionally observed as both the birthday and date of death of William Shakespeare. As well as being the most famous playwright\, who wrote in English\, Shakespeare also had a huge impact on modern-day English. \nToday\, every one in four people in the world uses English. English is being used more and more as a way for two speakers with different first languages to communicate with each other. \nAt the United Nations\, English is one of the two working languages\, along with French. \nThe Day is the result of a 2010 initiative by the Department of Global Communications\, establishing language days for each of the Organization’s six official languages. The purpose of the UN’s language days is to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity\, as well as to promote equal use of all six official languages throughout the Organization. \nUnder the initiative\, UN duty stations around the world celebrate six separate days\, each dedicated to one of the Organization’s six official languages. \n\nMultilingualism and the UN\nAn essential factor in harmonious communication among peoples\, multilingualism is of particular importance to the United Nations. By promoting tolerance\, multilingualism ensures effective and increased participation of all in the Organization’s work\, as well as greater effectiveness\, better outcomes and more involvement. \nThe balance among the six official languages has been an ongoing concern of the Secretary-General. Numerous activities have been undertaken\, from 1946 to the present\, to promote the use of the official languages to ensure that the United Nations\, its goals and actions are understood by the widest possible public. \nIn its resolution 54/64 of 6 December 1999\, the General Assembly invited the appointment of a senior Secretariat official to serve as coordinator of questions relating to multilingualism. \n\n\nThe English Language Programme\n\nThe English Language Programme (ELP) offers regular core English courses (levels one through eight)\, which are designed to improve general English language proficiency\, as well as communication courses and special courses to meet both the work-related needs and cultural interests of members of the United Nations community. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/english-language-day/
CATEGORIES:United Nations
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SUMMARY:Spanish Language Day
DESCRIPTION:The UN also talks to Ñ\nOn April 23\, “Spanish Language Day at the United Nations” is celebrated to raise awareness among the Organization’s staff\, and the world in general\, about the history\, culture and use of Spanish as an official language. \nThe choice of the day takes place on the anniversary of the death of the great genius of Spanish letters\, Miguel de Cervantes. Coincidentally\, the date of his death coincides with that of the most prestigious English playwright\, William Shakespeare. Hence\, both languages ​​share the day. \n\nGrowing interest among Spanish speakers in the United Nations\nThe United Nations has always looked for creative ways to promote official languages ​​in all spheres of its work\, among which\, of course\, Spanish could not be missing. \nThe Secretariat uses formal and informal means to reach both the global public and its staff. From interpretation and translation services\, to language and communication programs for your employees or multilingual external communication services ( web \, news and social networks ). \nIn the case of Spanish\, there is also another extraordinary tool: the Group of Friends of Spanish \, a team founded in 2013 by the 20 Spanish-speaking Member States to coordinate and carry out activities aimed at promoting the use and dissemination of Spanish in the work of the UN. \nThis group was created due to the growing interest of Spanish-speaking people in the mission of the United Nations\, which has been impacting the activities of the Organization through greater and sustained consultations\, interactions and demands from the Spanish-speaking public throughout the world. planet. \n\n\nDid you know…?\n\n\n\nSpanish is the second language in the world by number of native speakers. Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country on the planet.\nNo less than 4\,000 Spanish terms come from Arabic\, such as olive\, sugar\, pillow and rice.\nSpanish is the third most popular language on the Internet\, although it occupies second place on social networks.\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/spanish-language-day/
CATEGORIES:United Nations
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SUMMARY:Spanish Language Day
DESCRIPTION:The UN also talks to Ñ\nOn April 23\, “Spanish Language Day at the United Nations” is celebrated to raise awareness among the Organization’s staff\, and the world in general\, about the history\, culture and use of Spanish as an official language. \nThe choice of the day takes place on the anniversary of the death of the great genius of Spanish letters\, Miguel de Cervantes. Coincidentally\, the date of his death coincides with that of the most prestigious English playwright\, William Shakespeare. Hence\, both languages ​​share the day. \n\nGrowing interest among Spanish speakers in the United Nations\nThe United Nations has always looked for creative ways to promote official languages ​​in all spheres of its work\, among which\, of course\, Spanish could not be missing. \nThe Secretariat uses formal and informal means to reach both the global public and its staff. From interpretation and translation services\, to language and communication programs for your employees or multilingual external communication services ( web \, news and social networks ). \nIn the case of Spanish\, there is also another extraordinary tool: the Group of Friends of Spanish \, a team founded in 2013 by the 20 Spanish-speaking Member States to coordinate and carry out activities aimed at promoting the use and dissemination of Spanish in the work of the UN. \nThis group was created due to the growing interest of Spanish-speaking people in the mission of the United Nations\, which has been impacting the activities of the Organization through greater and sustained consultations\, interactions and demands from the Spanish-speaking public throughout the world. planet. \n\n\nDid you know…?\n\n\n\nSpanish is the second language in the world by number of native speakers. Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country on the planet.\nNo less than 4\,000 Spanish terms come from Arabic\, such as olive\, sugar\, pillow and rice.\nSpanish is the third most popular language on the Internet\, although it occupies second place on social networks.\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/spanish-language-day-2/
CATEGORIES:United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace
DESCRIPTION:What is multilateralism?\nMultilateralism is often defined in opposition to bilateralism and unilateralism. Strictly speaking\, it indicates a form of cooperation between at least three States. \nNevertheless\, this “quantitative” definition is not sufficient to capture the nature of multilateralism. Indeed\, it is not simply a practice or a question of the number of actors involved. It involves adherence to a common political project based on the respect of a shared system of norms and values. In particular\, multilateralism is based on founding principles such as consultation\, inclusion and solidarity. Its operation is determined by collectively developed rules that ensure sustainable and effective cooperation. In particular\, they guarantee all actors the same rights and obligations by applying themselves continuously (and not on a case-by-case basis\, depending on the issue handled). \nMultilateralism is therefore both a method of cooperation and a form of organization of the international system. \n\n\nBackground\nThe United Nations came into being in 1945\, following the devastation of the Second World War\, with one central mission: the maintenance of international peace and security. The Charter of the United Nations states that one of the United Nations’ purposes and principles is the commitment to settle disputes through peaceful means and the determination to succeeding generations from the scourge of war. \nConflict prevention remains\, however\, a relatively under-publicized aspect of the UN’s work. Meanwhile\, the most efficient and desirable employment of diplomacy is to ease tensions before they result in conflict\, or\, if conflict breaks out\, to act swiftly to contain it and resolve its underlying causes. Preventive diplomacy is very important in supporting United Nations efforts to assist in the peaceful settlement of disputes. \nCommitment to multilateralism and international peace and security was also reaffirmed by most world leaders in the General Debate in September 2018. This commitment was also reinforced in the discussion during the High-level Dialogue on Renewing the Commitment to Multilateralism on 31 October 2018. \nOn 12 December 2018\, the General Assembly adopted the resolution\, “International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace” (A/RES/73/127) by a recorded vote of 144 in favour to 2 against. By that text\, the General Assembly invites all Member States\, observers and organizations of the United Nations to observe the International Day in an appropriate manner and to disseminate the advantages of multilateralism and diplomacy for peace\, including through educational and public awareness-raising activities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe United Nations\, the multilateral framework par excellence.\nMultilateralism is part of the United Nations’ DNA. The Charter does not simply define the structure\, mission and functioning of the Organization. It is one of the pillars of the international system in which we live today. In his report on the work of the United Nations to the General Assembly in 2018\, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres recalled that the Charter remains the “moral compass to promote peace\, advance human dignity\, prosperity and uphold human rights and the rule of law.” (Guterres\, 2018). \nThe UN is at the service of Member States to reach agreements and take collective decisions. The Charter clearly establishes that the Organization is a “centre for harmonizing the actions of nations in the attainment of these common ends” in order to “take effective collective measures for the prevention and removal of threats to the peace”\, to “develop friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples” and to “achieve international cooperation”. To this end\, the United Nations must\, in particular\, work to solve “international problems of an economic\, social\, cultural\, or humanitarian character” and develop “respect for human rights and for fundamental freedoms for all”. \nWhile the United Nations has been the multilateral framework par excellence for more than 75 years\, multilateral processes have diversified. One of the most visible developments in multilateral diplomacy is undoubtedly represented by the increase in the number of Member States: from 51 in 1945\, to 193 today. In addition to this horizontal expansion\, the multilateral framework has also expanded vertically\, including new actors\, such as non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, private actors and other international organizations. Today\, more than 1\,000 NGOs and international organizations have observer status at the United Nations. \nMultilateralism has achieved tangible results that have led to major advances\, such as for example the eradication of smallpox in the health sector. Important international agreements have also been concluded to limit arms control and to promote and strengthen human rights. The international cooperation within the multilateral framework of the United Nations is saving lives every day. \n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-multilateralism-and-diplomacy-for-peace/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Delegate's Day
DESCRIPTION:Background\nInternational Delegate’s Day marks the anniversary of the first day of the San Francisco Conference\, also known as the United Nations Conference on International Organization. On 25 April 1945\, delegates from fifty countries came together for the first time in San Francisco. Coming together after the devastation of the second world war\, their aim was to set up an organization that would restore world peace and impose rules on the post-war world order. \n850 delegates took part in this conference\, which lasted for two months. They represented over eighty per cent of the world’s population\, people of every world religion and continent; all determined to set up an organization\, which would preserve peace and help build a better world. \nTwo months after the first meeting\, on 26 June 1945\, the Charter of the United Nations was signed by representatives of the 50 countries that attended the conference. The agreement resulted in the creation of the United Nations\, an organization that now comprises 193 Member States and serves as the main international venue for collective dialogue between the delegates of its Member States. Poland\, which did not have a government at the time of the conference\, signed the charter later\, hence bringing up the number of the Founding Member States to 51. \nIn its resolution 73/286 from 2 April 2019\, the General Assembly recalls the achievement of the San Francisco Conference and proclaims 25 April as International Delegate’s Day. \n\nEntrusted by the peoples of the world\nDelegates bring the United Nations to life. Without them\, this Organization would not be what it is. They negotiate agreements and coordinate with their home countries. Some form alliances\, others struggle for compromises. In that way\, they embody the multilateralism\, which the UN stands for. \nThe delegates represent their countries in meetings at the United Nations. Unless a politician of higher rank is present\, the delegates speak and vote on behalf of their country at the UN General Assembly\, and other fora\, such as the UN Security Council. The delegates are appointed by their countries. Hence\, they follow the interests of the government they serve. \nIn order to raise awareness of the role of the representatives and delegates of the Member States to the United Nations\, the UN General Assembly has proclaimed 25 April as International Delegate’s Day. \nWith the adoption of resolution 73/286\, the General Assembly recognizes the crucial role of the delegates in fulfilling the main goals of the United Nations. Part of the delegates’ tasks is to live up to these goals\, whether it is maintaining international peace\, encouraging respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms\, or promoting effective multilateralism. \n#DelegatesDay \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-delegates-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:The persistent legacy of the Chernobyl disaster\nAn explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986 spread a radioactive cloud over large parts of the Soviet Union\, now the territories of Belarus\, Ukraine and the Russian Federation. Nearly 8.4 million people in the three countries were exposed to the radiation. \nThe Soviet Government acknowledged the need for international assistance only in 1990. That same year the General Assembly adopted resolution 45/190\, calling for “international cooperation to address and mitigate the consequences at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.” That was the start of the United Nations’ involvement in the Chernobyl recovery. An Inter-Agency Task Force was established to coordinate the Chernobyl co-operation. In 1991 the UN created the Chernobyl Trust Fund – currently under the management of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Since 1986\, the UN family of organizations and major NGOs have launched more than 230 different research and assistance projects in the fields of health\, nuclear safety\, rehabilitation\, environment\, production of clean foods and information. \nIn 2002 the United Nations announced a shift in the Chernobyl strategy\, with a new focus on a long-term developmental approach. UNDP and its regional offices in the three affected countries took the lead in the implementation of the new strategy. There is still a great deal of work that needs to be done in the affected region. To provide support to international\, national and public programmes targeted at the sustainable development of these territories\, in 2009 UN launched the International Chernobyl Research and Information Network (ICRIN). \nOn 8 December 2016 the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating 26 April as International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day. In its resolution\, the General Assembly recognized that three decades after the disaster there remains persistent serious long-term consequences and that the affected communities and territories are experiencing continuing related needs. The General Assembly invites all Member States\, relevant agencies of the United Nations system and other international organizations\, as well as civil society\, to observe the day. \n\nRecent Developments\nThe completion of the placement of the new safe confinement over the old shelter was a major milestone achieved in 2019\, with €2.2 billion provided by over 45 donor nations through funds managed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The new safe confinement was handed over to the Government of Ukraine on 10 July 2019. The scope of the project in terms of international cooperation is one of the largest ever seen in the field of nuclear safety. \nSince the United Nations agencies have shifted their focus from humanitarian assistance to prevention\, recovery\, remediation and capacity development\, an integrated approach to sustainable development was adopted to address the needs of the affected regions and communities. The agencies\, funds and programmes have continued to work closely with the Governments of Belarus\, the Russian Federation and Ukraine to provide development assistance to the Chernobyl-affected communities. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-chernobyl-disaster-remembrance-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Day for Safety and Health at Work
DESCRIPTION:A safe and healthy working environment is a fundamental principle and right at work\nIn June 2022\, the International Labour Conference (ILC) decided to include “a safe and healthy working environment” in the ILO’s framework of fundamental principles and rights at work. \nOn 28 April 2023\, the ILO celebrates this decision\, bringing together experts and constituents to discuss the implications it has for the world of work\, as well as how to practically implement this right in the world of work. \nIt also serves to present the findings of research on the implementation status of various provisions of the fundamental Conventions No. 155 and No. 187. \n\nBackground\nIn 2003\, the International Labour Organization (ILO)\, began to observe World Day in order to stress the prevention of accidents and diseases at work\, capitalizing on the ILO’s traditional strengths of tripartism and social dialogue. \nThis celebration is an integral part of the Global Strategy on Occupational Safety and Health of the ILO\, as documented in the Conclusions of the International Labour Conference in June 2003. One of the main pillars of the Global Strategy is advocacy\, the World Day for Safety and Health at Work is a significant tool to raise awareness of how to make work safe and healthy and of the need to raise the political profile of occupational safety and health. \n28 April is also the International Commemoration Day for Dead and Injured Workers organized worldwide by the trade union movement since 1996. \n\nPrevention of occupational accidents and diseases\nThe annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April promotes the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. It is an awareness-raising campaign intended to focus international attention on the magnitude of the problem and on how promoting and creating a safety and health culture can help reduce the number of work-related deaths and injuries. \nEach of us is responsible for stopping deaths and injuries on the job. As governments we are responsible for providing the infrastructure — laws and services — necessary to ensure that workers remain employable and that enterprises flourish; this includes the development of a national policy and programme and a system of inspection to enforce compliance with occupational safety and health legislation and policy. As employers we are responsible for ensuring that the working environment is safe and healthy. As workers we are responsible to work safely and to protect ourselves and not to endanger others\, to know our rights and to participate in the implementation of preventive measures. \n\nEmerging risks at work\nNew and emerging occupational risks may be caused by technical innovation or by social or organizational change\, such as: \n\nNew technologies and production processes\, e.g. nanotechnology\, biotechnology\nNew working conditions\, e.g. higher workloads\, work intensification from downsizing\, poor conditions associated with migration for work\, jobs in the informal economy\nEmerging forms of employment\, e.g. self-employment\, outsourcing\, temporary contracts\n\nThey may be more widely recognized through better scientific understanding\, e.g. the effects of ergonomic risks on musculoskeletal disorders. \nThey may be influenced by changes in perceptions about the importance of certain risk factors\, e.g. the effects of psychosocial factors on work-related stress. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-day-for-safety-and-health-at-work/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Tuna Day
DESCRIPTION:Is your tuna sustainable?\nCanned tuna has been a great ally in our pantries during the pandemic. But\, regardless of the market exceptionalities caused by the pandemic\, we cannot ignore that\, for a long time\, this product has been a victim of its nutritional success. Tuna is rich in Omega-3 and it also contains minerals\, proteins\, and vitamin B12\, among other advantages. \nAs a result of the amazing qualities of tuna\, the fish are threatened by overwhelming demand. According to the latest data\, among the seven principal tuna species\, 33.3 percent of the stocks are estimated to be fished at biologically unsustainable levels \nThat is why in December 2016\, the United Nations General Assembly voted to officially observe World Tuna Day. \nThe move underlines the importance of conservation management to ensure that we have systems in place to prevent tuna stocks from crashing. Many countries depend heavily on tuna resources for food security and nutrition\, economic development\, employment\, government revenue\, livelihoods\, culture\, and recreation. \n\nAn overview of the situation\nMore than 7 million metric tons of tuna and tuna-like species are harvested yearly. These migratory tuna species account for 20 percent of the value of all marine capture fisheries and over 8 percent of all globally traded seafood. With that information in mind\, we need to recognize the critical role of tuna in sustainable development\, food security\, economic opportunity\, and the livelihoods of people around the world. Stopping overfishing is of vital importance. Yet\, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations notes that market demand for tuna is still high and that the significant overcapacity of tuna fishing fleets remains. \nAddressing the decline in tuna stocks resulting from overfishing in the world’s oceans\, the UN Legal Counsel emphasizes the critical importance of effectively implementing the international legal framework\, as reflected in the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea\, widely known as UNCLOS\, which has been strengthened by the Code of Conduct for Sustainable Fishery\, the UN Fish Stocks Agreement\, recommendations of its Review Conference\, annual General Assembly resolutions on sustainable fisheries\, as well as other efforts by the international community at the global\, regional and national levels. \nAt present\, over 96 countries are involved in the conservation and management of tuna\, which has an annual value of almost 10 billion USD\, and some FAO relevant programmes have started giving positive results in reducing overfishing. \nLet’s be optimistic about the tuna of tomorrow. \n\nSustainable tuna fishing by 2027\nFAO’S Common Oceans Tuna project aims to ensure that all major tuna stocks are fished at sustainable levels by 2027. This ambitious goal is part of its efforts towards more sustainable tuna fishing and biodiversity conservation. From 2014-2019\, the Common Oceans Tuna project helped reduce the number of tuna stocks experiencing overfishing from 13 to 5. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-tuna-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Press Freedom Day
DESCRIPTION:Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of expression as a driver for all other human rights\n2023 year marks the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day. Three decades have passed since it was proclaimed in 1993\, in which we have seen substantial progress towards achieving a free press and freedom of expression around the world. The proliferation of independent media in many countries and the rise of digital technologies have enabled the free flow of information. However\, media freedom\, safety of journalists and freedom of expression are increasingly under attack\, which impacts the fulfillment of other human rights. \nThe international community faces multiple crises: conflicts and violence\, persistent socio-economic inequalities driving migration\, environmental crises and challenges to the health and wellbeing of people all around the world. At the same time\, disinformation and misinformation online and offline proliferate\, with serious impact on the institutions underpinning democracy\, the rule of law and human rights. \nIt is exactly to counter these critical situations and threats\, that press freedom\, safety of journalists and access to information take centre stage. The right to freedom of expression\, enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights\, is a prerequisite and a driver to the enjoyment of all other human rights. This year’s Special 30th anniversary celebration of World Press Freedom Day is\, therefore\, a call to recentre press freedom\, as well as independent\, pluralistic and diverse media\, as key to the enjoyment of all other human rights. \n\nOrigins and purpose of the Day\nWorld Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993\, following the recommendation of UNESCO’s General Conference. Since then\, 3 May\, the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek is celebrated worldwide as World Press Freedom Day. \nAfter 30 years\, the historic connection made between the freedom to seek\, impart and receive information and the public good remains as relevant as it was at the time of its signing. Special commemorations of the 30th anniversary are planned to take place during World Press Freedom Day International Conference. \nMay 3 acts as a reminder to governments of the need to respect their commitment to press freedom. It is also a day of reflection among media professionals about issues of press freedom and professional ethics. It is an opportunity to: \n\ncelebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom;\nassess the state of press freedom throughout the world;\ndefend the media from attacks on their independence;\nand pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the line of duty.\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-press-freedom-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:Vesak Day
DESCRIPTION:“Vesak”\, the Day of the Full Moon in the month of May\, is the most sacred day to millions of Buddhists around the world. It was on the Day of Vesak two and a half millennia ago\, in the year 623 B.C.\, that the Buddha was born. It was also on the Day of Vesak that the Buddha attained enlightenment\, and it was on the Day of Vesak that the Buddha in his eightieth year passed away. \nThe General Assembly\, by its resolution 54/115 of 1999\, recognized internationally the Day of Vesak to acknowledge the contribution that Buddhism\, one of the oldest religions in the world\, has made for over two and a half millennia and continues to make to the spirituality of humanity. This day is commemorated annually at the UN Headquarters and other UN offices\, in consultation with the relevant UN offices and with permanent missions\, which also wish to be consulted. \n\n\nBackground\nThe teachings of the Buddha\, and his message of compassion and peace and goodwill have moved millions. Millions around the world follow the teachings of the Buddha and on the Day of Vesak commemorate the birth\, the attainment of enlightenment and the passing away of the Buddha. \nA Message from the former Secretary-General\, Javier Perez de Cuellar\, to Buddhists on the Day of Vesak in May 1986 reads: \n“For Buddhists everywhere it is indeed a felicitous opportunity\, while commemorating the birth\, enlightenment and passing away of Guatama Buddha\, to celebrate his message of compassion and devotion to the service of humanity. This message is today perhaps more relevant than ever before.” \nPeace\, understanding and a vision of humanity that supersedes national and other international differences are essential if we are to cope with the complexities of the nuclear age. \nThis philosophy lies at the heart of the Charter of the United Nations and should be prominent in all our thinking\, especially during this International Year of Peace”–Javier Perez de Cuellar. \n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/vesak-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day for the Fight against Illegal\, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing
DESCRIPTION:The toll of illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing\nFisheries provide a vital source of food\, employment\, recreation\, trade and economic well-being for people throughout the world. In a world of growing population and persistent hunger\, fish has emerged as an important commodity for the achievement of food security. However\, efforts by the international community to ensure the sustainability of fisheries are being seriously compromised by illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing activities. \nAccording to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing activities are responsible for the loss of 11–26 million tonnes of fish each year\, which is estimated to have an economic value of US$10–23 billion. To curtail this impact\, Target 4 of Goal 14 of the Sustainable Development Agenda adopted in 2015 by the UN General Assembly\, specifically urges the international community to “effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing\, illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices” by 2020. \nMeeting this ambitious target requires strong awareness-raising efforts to draw the attention of the general public to the negative impacts of illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing activities\, an activity in which FAO has been actively engaged. \nTo promote long-term conservation and sustainable use of fisheries resources the 1995 FAO Conference adopted the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries. The Code is voluntary and sets out principles and international standards of behavior for responsible practices with a view to ensuring the effective conservation\, management and development of living aquatic resources\, with due respect for the ecosystem and biodiversity. \nIn 2009 the FAO Conference adopted the Agreement on Port State Measures to Prevent\, Deter and Eliminate Illegal\, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing. The Agreement is binding and stipulates minimum port State measures to prevent\, deter and eliminate illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing. It entered into force on 5 June 2016. \n\n\n\nBackground\nIn 2015\, the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean of the FAO proposed that an initiative be launched to declare an International Day for the Fight against Illegal\, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing. Following extensive consultations\, a proposal was submitted to the attention of the thirty-second session of FAO Committee on Fisheries. \nThe Committee on Fisheries endorsed the proposal for the declaration of 5 June as the International Day for the Fight against Illegal\, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing. The date reflects the day when the Port State Measures Agreement officially entered into force as an international treaty. The entry into force of this agreement marks an historical event\, as it is the first international legally-binding instrument specifically devoted to the fight against illegal\, unreported and unregulated fishing. \nThe proposed draft resolution was submitted to the 40th Session of the FAO Conference (July 2017) for approval. In December 2017 the UN General Assembly in its annual resolution on sustainable fisheries proclaimed 5 June as the “International Day for the Fight Against Illegal\, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing.” In the same resolution the UN also declared 2022 as the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture\, which will help focus attention on the small-scale fishermen and women who comprise 90 percent of the world’s fisheries work force. \nSustainable fishing starts with us\nIt is estimated that 1 in every 5 fish caught\, comes from IUU fishing. When such fish ends up on our plates\, we are unwitting accomplices in unsustainable\, and often criminal practices\, that are damaging for our future well-being and the sustainability of our planet. But we can help change that. \n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-for-the-fight-against-illegal-unreported-and-unregulated-fishing/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day of Argania
DESCRIPTION:The multifaceted argan tree\nThe argan tree (Argania spinosa) is a native species of the sub-Saharan region of Morocco\, in the southwest of the country\, which grows in arid and semiarid areas. It’s the defining species of a woodland ecosystem\, also known as Arganeraie\, which is rich in endemic flora. It is resilient to a harsh environment under water scarcity\, risk of erosion and poor soils. \nThis ecosystem of extraordinary beauty is not only important in terms of conservation\, but also for research and socio-economic development\, due to its forestry\, agricultural and livestock use. \nThe argan tree woodlands provide forest products\, fruits and fodder. The leaves and the fruits are edible and highly appreciated\, as is the undergrowth\, and constitute a vital fodder reserve for all herds\, even in periods of drought. The trees are also used as fuelwood for cooking and heating. \nThe world-renowned argan oil is extracted from the seeds and has multiple applications\, especially in traditional and complementary medicine and in the culinary and cosmetic industries. \n\nWhat is argan oil?\nArgan oil is one of the rarest oils in the world and is hailed as the “liquid gold” of Morocco. It has multiple uses in cooking\, medicines and cosmetics. Its ability to prevent cardiovascular diseases and its benefits for the skin are scientifically recognized. Rural women lead the entire extraction process through knowledge transmitted from one generation to the next. \n\nThe argan tree as a fundamental pillar for sustainable development\nThe argan tree is typically a multipurpose tree that supports income generation\, increases resilience and improves climate adaptation\, playing a very important role in achieving the three dimensions of sustainable development – economic\, social and environmental – at the local level. \nThe sustainable argan production sector contributes to the economic empowerment and financial inclusion of local communities\, especially women living in rural areas. Cooperatives are instrumental in promoting local job opportunities and can play an important role in contributing to food security and in eradicating poverty. \nFor centuries\, the argan tree has been a mainstay of the Berber and Arab-origin indigenous rural communities\, which developed a specific culture and identity\, sharing their traditional knowledge and skills through non-formal education\, particularly the unique knowledge associated with the traditional production of argan oil by women. \nThe unique argan-based agro-forestry-pastoral system uses only locally adapted species and pastoralism activities and relies on traditional water management provided by the Matifiya – a rain water reservoir carved into rock\, hence contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation\, and to the conservation of biodiversity. \n\nBackground\nThis unique region\, where argan trees have been cultivated for centuries combines agricultural biodiversity\, resilient ecosystems and valuable cultural heritage. For that reason\, it has gotten recognition and protection from various UN entities. \nThe United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated in 1988 the endemic production area as the Arganeraie Biosphere Reserve. Also\, all know-how concerning the argan tree was inscribed in 2014 on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. \nMoreover\, in December 2018\, FAO recognized the Argan-based agro-sylvo-pastoral system within the area of Ait Souab – Ait Mansour in Morocco as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System. \nAnd lastly\, in 2021\, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 10 May the International Day of Argania. The resolution\, submitted by Morocco\, was co-sponsored by 113 member states of the United Nations and adopted by consensus. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-argania/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day of Families
DESCRIPTION:2023 Theme: Demographic Trends and Families\nIn late 2022\, the world’s population has reached eight billion people. Characterised by the United Nations Secretary-General as a ‘milestone in human development’ this landmark event illustrates major advancements in health extending human lifespans. Population growth is to continue albeit at a decreasing rate. It is projected to reach 9.8 billion in 2050 and 11.2 in 2100 rising concerns about the prospects of sustainable urbanization and management of climate change. \nDemographic change is one of the most important megatrends impacting our world and the life and well-being of families worldwide. Demographic trends are mostly shaped by fertility and mortality patterns. Declining fertility rates result in benefits for families as they are more able to invest in their children’s health and education which in turns helps with poverty reduction and better socio-economic development. \nResearch indicates that decreasing fertility also increases women’s labour participation. On the other hand\, fertility declines results in smaller families which are less likely to cope with care and other household obligations. As such in time of unemployment or illness\, families have fewer members to rely on. Moreover\, low fertility rates may undermine labour forces and social structures triggering drastic responses with hard to predict consequences for issues raging from social security to gender equality. \nThe 2023 International Day of Families observance is to raise awareness of the impact of demographic trends on families. The event will include: \n\nLaunch of the Background Paper on “The Impact of Demographic Trends on Families”\nPresentation of the World Social Report 2023 “Leaving No One Behind in an Ageing World”\nPresentation on intergenerational equity and solidarity\nAn overview of recommendations of policies in response to demographic trends Presentation of civil society initiatives for IYF+30\nInteractive discussion with audience participation\n\nBackground\nDuring the 1980’s\, the United Nations began focusing attention on issues related to the family. In 1983\, based on the recommendations of the Economic and Social Council\, the Commission for Social Development in its resolution on the Role of the family in the development process (1983/23) requested the Secretary-General to enhance awareness among decision makers and the public of the problems and needs of the family\, as well as of effective ways of meeting those needs. \nIn its resolution 1985/29 of 29 May 1985\, the Council invited the General Assembly to consider the possibility of including in the provisional agenda of its forty-first session an item entitled “Families in the development process”\, with a view to consider a request to the Secretary-General to initiate a process of development of global awareness of the issues involved\, directed towards Governments\, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations and public opinion. \nLater\, based on the recommendations of the Commission for Social Development\, formulated in its 30th round of sessions\, The Assembly invited all States to make their views known concerning the possible proclamation of an international year of the family and to offer their comments and proposals. \nThe Council also requested the Secretary-General to submit to the General Assembly at its forty-third session a comprehensive report\, based on the comments and proposals of Member States on the possible proclamation of such a year and other ways and means to improve the position and well-being of the family and intensify international co-operation as part of global efforts to advance social progress and development. \nIn its resolution 44/82 of 9 December 1989\, The General Assembly proclaimed The International Year of the Family. \nIn 1993\, the General Assembly decided in a resolution (A/RES/47/237) that 15 May of every year should be observed as The International Day of Families. This day provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase the knowledge of the social\, economic and demographic processes affecting families. \nOn 25 September 2015\, the 193 member states of the United Nations unanimously adopted the Sustainable Development Goals\, a set of 17 goals aiming to eliminate poverty\, discrimination\, abuse and preventable deaths\, address environmental destruction\, and usher in an era of development for all people\, everywhere. Families and family-oriented policies and programmes are vital for the achievement of many of these goals. \n\nThe impact of demographic trends\nAs part of the preparations for the thirtieth anniversary of the International Year of the Family\, 2024 (IYF+30)\, the 2023 in-person observance of the International Day of Families focuses on the megatrend of demographic change and its impact on families. The event is to share current knowledge on demographic trends\, including ageing and intergenerational solidarity; facilitate the analysis of their impacts on family life and recommend responsive family-oriented policies to respond to the needs of families around the world.\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-families/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day of Living Together in Peace
DESCRIPTION:United in differences and diversity\nLiving together in peace is all about accepting differences and having the ability to listen to\, recognize\, respect and appreciate others\, as well as living in a peaceful and united way. \nThe UN General-Assembly\, in its resolution 72/130\, declared 16 May the International Day of Living Together in Peace\, as a means of regularly mobilizing the efforts of the international community to promote peace\, tolerance\, inclusion\, understanding and solidarity. The Day aims to uphold the desire to live and act together\, united in differences and diversity\, in order to build a sustainable world of peace\, solidarity and harmony. \nThe Day invites countries to further promote reconciliation to help to ensure peace and sustainable development\, including by working with communities\, faith leaders and other relevant actors\, through reconciliatory measures and acts of service and by encouraging forgiveness and compassion among individuals. \n\n\nBackground\nFollowing the devastation of the Second World War\, the United Nations was established to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war. One of its purposes is to achieve international cooperation in solving international problems\, including by promoting and encouraging respect for human rights and for fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race\, sex\, language or religion. \nIn 1997\, the General-Assembly proclaimed – by its resolution 52/15 — the year 2000 as the “International Year for a Culture of Peace”. In 1998\, it proclaimed the period 2001-2010 as the “International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for Children of the World.” \nIn 1999\, The General-Assembly adopted\, by resolution 53/243\, the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace\, which serves as the universal mandate for the international community\, particularly the United Nations system\, to promote a culture of peace and non-violence that benefits all of humanity\, including future generations. \nThe declaration came about as a result of the long-held and cherished concept — contained within the Constitution of UNESCO — that “since wars begin in the minds of men\, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed.” The Declaration embraces the principle that peace is not merely the absence of conflict\, but also requires a positive\, dynamic participatory process\, in which dialogue is encouraged and conflicts are resolved in a spirit of mutual understanding and cooperation. \nThe Declaration also recognizes that to fulfill such an aspiration\, there is a need to eliminate all forms of discrimination and intolerance\, including those based on race\, color\, sex\, language\, religion\, political or other opinion\, national\, ethnic or social origin\, property\, disability\, birth or other status. \n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-living-together-in-peace/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
DESCRIPTION:Least developed countries need digital investment\nOver the past decade\, the connectivity challenge has become more complex and demanding. Bringing everyone online is no longer enough. Meaningful connectivity – the possibility to enjoy a safe\, satisfying\, enriching\, productive and affordable online experience – is the new imperative. For least developed countries (LDCs)\, this remains a major challenge. The digital divide between LDCs and the rest of the world shows little sign of narrowing. The risk is all too evident. As the world becomes increasingly adept at leveraging the Internet for value creation\, LDCs risk falling further behind. \nThis year\, World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) focuses on “Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies.” The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) calls on the public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these countries through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. \nMid-way through the agenda to fulfil the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030\, the least developed countries (LDCs) remain the world’s greatest untapped resource\, whose needs must be addressed to achieve the SDGs. Investment in these young\, vibrant countries can drive sustainable growth for generations. Together\, let’s make 2023 a year of progress for digital transformation in the least developed countries. \n\nBackground\nThe purpose of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is to help raise awareness of the possibilities that the use of the Internet and other information and communication technologies (ICTs) can bring to societies and economies\, as well as of ways to bridge the digital divide. 17 May marks the anniversary of the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention and the creation of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). \n\nHistory\nWorld Telecommunication Day\nWorld Telecommunication Day has been celebrated annually on 17 May since 1969\, marking the founding of ITU and the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention in 1865. It was instituted by the Plenipotentiary Conference in Malaga-Torremolinos in 1973 as Resolution 46. \n\nMeasuring digital development\nIn 2022\, an estimated 407 million people in least developed countries (LDCs) were using the Internet\, accounting for 36 per cent of the population\, compared to 66 per cent globally. The 720 million people still offline in LDCs account for 27 per cent of the global offline population\, even though the LDC population accounts for only 14 per cent of the world’s population. \nITU’s Measuring digital development – Facts and Figures: Focus on Least Developed Countries shows that universal and meaningful connectivity remains a distant prospect for LDCs. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-telecommunication-and-information-society-day/
CATEGORIES:United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day for Biological Diversity
DESCRIPTION:From agreement to action: build back biodiversity\nAs the global community is called to re-examine our relationship to the natural world\, one thing is certain: despite all our technological advances we are completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water\, food\, medicines\, clothes\, fuel\, shelter and energy\, just to name a few. \nThis involves respecting\, protecting\, and repairing our biological wealth. \nUndoubtedly\, this year is special in terms of biodiversity conservation. We now have a renewed sense of hope with the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework\, a historic agreement signed in December 2022 that sets goals and concrete measures to stop and reverse the loss of nature by 2050. \nThat is why the theme of the International Day for Biological Diversity is from agreement to action: build back biodiversity. The slogan promotes the idea that\, now that we have an action plan agreed upon at a global level\, we must implement all the measures that the agreement contemplates before 2030. Only in this way will we be able to obtain protected and sustainable biological diversity by 2050. That is the main message from the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)\, the key international instrument for sustainable development. \n\n\n\nWhen biodiversity has a problem\, humanity has a problem\nBiological diversity is often understood in terms of the wide variety of plants\, animals and microorganisms\, but it also includes genetic differences within each species — for example\, between varieties of crops and breeds of livestock — and the variety of ecosystems (lakes\, forest\, deserts\, agricultural landscapes) that host multiple kind of interactions among their members (humans\, plants\, animals). \nBiological diversity resources are the pillars upon which we build civilizations. Fish provide 20 per cent of animal protein to about 3 billion people. Over 80 per cent of the human diet is provided by plants. As many as 80 per cent of people living in rural areas in developing countries rely on traditional plant‐based medicines for basic healthcare. \nBut loss of biodiversity threatens all\, including our health. It has been proven that biodiversity loss could expand zoonoses – diseases transmitted from animals to humans- while\, on the other hand\, if we keep biodiversity intact\, it offers excellent tools to fight against pandemics like those caused by coronaviruses. \nWhile there is a growing recognition that biological diversity is a global asset of tremendous value to future generations\, the number of species is being significantly reduced by certain human activities. Given the importance of public education and awareness about this issue\, the UN decided to celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity annually. \n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-for-biological-diversity/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Day to End Obstetric Fistula
DESCRIPTION:“20 years on – progress but not enough! Act now to end fistula by 2030!”\nObstetric fistula is a hole between the birth canal and bladder or rectum\, caused by prolonged\, obstructed labour without access to timely\, high-quality medical treatment. It leaves women and girls leaking urine\, faeces or both\, and often leads to chronic medical problems\, depression\, social isolation and deepening poverty. Ninety percent of pregnancies involving fistula end in stillbirth. \nHealth systems and communities are falling short in ending obstetric fistula. Gender discrimination and social marginalization create additional risks\, resulting in fistula disproportionately occurring among impoverished\, underserved and marginalized women and girls. \nThree cost-effective solutions can prevent fistula: timely access to high-quality emergency obstetric and newborn care\, trained professionals with midwifery skills at childbirth\, and universal access to modern contraception. Health systems can reduce fistula by tracking prevalence\, correcting gaps in care and ensuring universal access to a competent health workforce. National health plans must also address gender discrimination and other factors making women and girls more vulnerable to maternal mortality and disease. \nBold political leadership and investment could eradicate fistula. Ambitious partnerships and scaled-up investments are imperative to ending fistula by 2030 – our global target under the Sustainable Development Goals. \nUNFPA leads the global Campaign to End Fistula\, a drive to transform the lives of vulnerable women and girls. The 20-year-old campaign represents a global commitment to fistula prevention and holistic treatment\, including surgical repair and social reintegration and rehabilitation. Despite progress\, elimination by 2030 demands accelerated action\, starting now. To that end\, the theme for the international day this year is “20 years on – progress but not enough! Act now to end fistula by 2030!” \n\nEnding obstetric fistula by 2030\n2020 marked the count-down towards the goal of ending the problem of obstetric fistula by 2030\, according to the last report of the Secretary General. \nObstetric fistula is preventable; it can largely be avoided by delaying the age of first pregnancy; the cessation of harmful traditional practices; and timely access to obstetric care. \nBesides\, it is expected that 13 million more child marriages could take place by 2030 than would have otherwise. Families are more likely to marry off daughters to alleviate the perceived burden of caring for them\, especially in the anticipated economic fallout of the pandemic. \nDue to all these reasons an increase in cases might occur and new strategies will be required in the post-COVID-19 recovery period to address the expected backlog of cases. \nWith this possible future scenario of preventive measures in danger\, now more than ever\, it is important to call on the international community to use the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula to significantly raise awareness and intensify actions towards ending obstetric fistula\, as well as urging post-surgery follow-up and tracking of fistula patients. \n\nUNFPA leads the global Campaign to End Fistula\, a drive to transform the lives of vulnerable women and girls.\nThe 20-year-old campaign represents a global commitment to fistula prevention and holistic treatment\, including surgical repair and social reintegration and rehabilitation. Despite progress\, elimination by 2030 demands accelerated action\, starting now. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-to-end-obstetric-fistula/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Policy,United Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T000000
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SUMMARY:International Day of UN Peacekeepers
DESCRIPTION:Peace begins with me\nMarking 75 years of UN Peacekeeping\nFor 75 years\, United Nations peacekeepers have worked to save and change lives in the world’s most fragile political and security situations. Since 1948\, more than two million uniformed and civilian personnel have helped countries to transition from war to peace. \nWorking alongside local communities\, peacekeepers help advance political solutions\, prevent conflict\, protect civilians\, strengthen human rights and the rule of law\, and build sustainable peace. \nThe challenges faced by peacekeepers are greater than ever\, with rising global tensions\, more complex conflict\, and a proliferation of misinformation and disinformation\, which impedes their work and threatens their safety. Despite these obstacles\, peacekeepers persevere\, alongside many partners\, in the collective pursuit of peace. \nThe theme of the 75th anniversary “Peace begins with me” recognizes the service and sacrifice of peacekeepers\, past and present\, including more than 4200 who have given their lives under the UN flag. It also pays tribute to the resilience of the communities that we serve\, who continue to strive for peace despite many obstacles. \nThis campaign also calls on each of us to join the global movement for peace. Alone\, we can never succeed. But\, together\, we can be a strong force for change. \n\nEvents\nTo mark the occasion at the UN Headquarters in New York on 25 May\, the UN Secretary-General will lay a wreath in honor of all peacekeepers who have lost their lives over the past 75 years. A ceremony will be held to posthumously award the Dag Hammarskjold medal to peacekeepers who died in 2022. The Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award will also be presented. \nOn display at the Visitor’s Lobby from 1 May to 6 June is a photo exhibit tracing the journey of 75 years of peacekeeping. The exhibit is available virtually at here. \nJoin us at New York City’s Time Square to take part in an interactive art installation event with “Inside Out“\, the platform that helps communities around the world spark global change locally. It was founded by renowned street artist JR in 2011. More information is available here. \nLearn more about the commemorative events in New York. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/international-day-of-un-peacekeepers/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day
DESCRIPTION:Solutions to plastic pollution\nMore than 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced every year worldwide\, half of which is designed to be used only once. Of that\, less than 10 per cent is recycled. \nAn estimated 19-23 million tonnes end up in lakes\, rivers and seas annually. That is approximately the weight of 2\,200 Eiffel Towers all together. \nMicroplastics – tiny plastic particles up to 5mm in diameter – find their way into food\, water and air. It is estimated that each person on the planet consumes more than 50\,000 plastic particles per year –and many more if inhalation is considered. \nDiscarded or burnt single-use plastic harms human health and biodiversity and pollutes every ecosystem from mountain tops to the ocean floor. \nWith available science and solutions to tackle the problem\, governments\, companies and other stakeholders must scale up and speed actions to solve this crisis. \nThis underscores the importance of this World Environment Day in mobilizing transformative action from every corner of the world. \n\n\n\nFifty years celebrating World Environment Day\nLed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and held annually on 5 June since 1973\, World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach and is celebrated by millions of people across the world. In 2023\, it is hosted by Côte D’Ivoire. \nWhy take part?\nTime is running out\, and nature is in emergency mode. To keep global warming below 1.5°C this century\, we must halve annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Without action\, exposure to air pollution beyond safe guidelines will increase by 50 per cent within the decade and plastic waste flowing into aquatic ecosystems will nearly triple by 2040. \nWe need urgent action to address these pressing issues. \n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nSome 11 million tonnes of plastic waste flow annually into oceans. This may triple by 2040.\nMore than 800 marine and coastal species are affected by this pollution through ingestion\, entanglement\, and other dangers.\nA shift to a circular economy can reduce the volume of plastics entering oceans by over 80 per cent by 2040; reduce virgin plastic production by 55 per cent; save governments US$70 billion by 2040; reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25 per cent; and create 700\,000 additional jobs – mainly in the global south.\n\n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-environment-day/
CATEGORIES:Climate,ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T000000
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SUMMARY:Russian Language Day
DESCRIPTION:Russian Language Day at the UN\nJune 6\, the birthday of the great Russian poet A.S. Pushkin\, as part of the program to support and develop multilingualism and cultural diversity\, the UN celebrates Russian Language Day. One of the goals of this program is to maintain equal rights for all six official UN languages: English\, Arabic\, Spanish\, Chinese\, Russian and French. \nThe decision to hold language days was made by the Department of Public Information (currently the Department of Global Communications) on the eve of  International Mother Language Day \, celebrated annually on February 21 at the initiative of UNESCO. \nThe purpose of the UN Language Days is to increase awareness of the history\, culture and development of each of the six official UN languages ​​among the staff of the Organization. Each language is given the opportunity to find its own unique approach and develop its own program of events for the day\, including the invitation of famous poets and writers and the development of information and thematic materials. \nCultural events\, among others\, may include the performance of musical and literary works\, competitions\, exhibitions\, lectures\, variety shows and performances by cultural figures\, national cuisine days and performances by folklore groups\, film screenings and express language lessons for those wishing to learn another language. from the official languages ​​of the UN. \n\nUN and multilingualism\nMultilingualism \, which is an important factor for harmonious communication between peoples\, is of particular importance to the United Nations. By promoting tolerance\, it also ensures the effective and more active participation of all in the work of the Organization\, as well as greater efficiency\, better results and wider participation of parties. Multilingualism must be preserved and promoted through various measures taken within the United Nations system for sharing and communication. \nEnsuring a balance between the six official languages ​​- English\, Arabic\, Spanish\, Chinese\, Russian and French (with English and French serving as the languages ​​of everyday professional communication) – has been a constant concern of all secretaries-general. From 1946 to the present day\, numerous measures have been taken to promote the use of official languages ​​so that the United Nations\, its purposes and actions are understood by the general public. \nThe official languages ​​of the United Nations are English\, Arabic\, Spanish\, Chinese\, Russian and French. English and French are also the working languages ​​of the United Nations Secretariat ( resolution 2 (I)  of 1 February 1946). \nIn its  resolution 54/64  of 6 December 1999\, the General Assembly requested the Secretary-General to appoint a Secretariat-wide  focal point for multilingualism issues from among the senior staff  of the Secretariat. \nIssues of multilingualism must be considered from various points of view\, in particular from the point of view of internal and external communication. Internal communication occurs within the Organization\, whether it is formal interaction between Member States and all parties involved in the work of the United Nations\, or between Member States and the United Nations Secretariat. It requires a distinction to be made between working and official languages. External communications aimed at the general public may include languages ​​other than official ones\, as well as the media used to disseminate United Nations messages. Finally\, to promote all aspects of multilingualism\, the issue of human resources must be addressed separately. \nThe responsibilities of the Department of Global Communications include\, inter alia\, ensuring awareness and understanding of the ideals and messages of the United Nations throughout the world in order to promote support for the Organization\, through the participation of key intermediaries such as the press\, non-governmental organizations and educational institutions. To achieve this\, the widest and most timely dissemination of information and materials must be ensured. In this regard\, the Department continually strives to expand the global audience for its information products and outputs\, such as television and radio programs\, a website\, a network of United Nations information centers and tour programs at major offices. \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/russian-language-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Food Safety Day
DESCRIPTION:Why improving food safety is important\nAccess to sufficient amounts of safe food is key to sustaining life and promoting good health. Foodborne illnesses are usually infectious or toxic in nature and often invisible to the plain eye\, caused by bacteria\, viruses\, parasites or chemical substances entering the body through contaminated food or water. \nFood safety has a critical role in assuring that food stays safe at every stage of the food chain – from production to harvest\, processing\, storage\, distribution\, all the way to preparation and consumption. \nWith an estimated 600 million cases of foodborne illnesses annually\, unsafe food is a threat to human health and economies\, disproportionally affecting vulnerable and marginalized people\, especially women and children\, populations affected by conflict\, and migrants. An estimated 420 000 people around the world die every year after eating contaminated food and children under 5 years of age carry 40% of the foodborne disease burden\, with 125 000 deaths every year. \nWorld Food Safety Day on 7 June aims to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent\, detect and manage foodborne risks\, contributing to food security\, human health\, economic prosperity\, agriculture\, market access\, tourism and sustainable development. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) jointly facilitate the observance of World Food Safety Day\, in collaboration with Member States and other relevant organizations. This international day is an opportunity to strengthen efforts to ensure that the food we eat is safe\, mainstream food safety in the public agenda and reduce the burden of food-borne diseases globally. \n\nFood safety is everyone’s business\nUnder the slogan “Food safety\, everyone’s business”\, the action-oriented campaign promotes global food safety awareness and calls upon countries and decision makers\, the private sector\, civil society\, UN organizations and the general public to take action. \nThe way in which food is produced\, stored\, handled and consumed affects the safety of our food. Complying with Global food standards\, establishing effective regulatory food control systems including emergency preparedness and response\, providing access to clean water\, applying good agriculture practices (terrestrial\, aquatic\, livestock\, horticulture)\, strengthening the use of food safety management systems by food business operators\, and building capacities of consumers to make healthy food choices are some ways in which governments\, international organizations\, scientists\, the private sector and civil society work to ensure food safety. \nFood safety is a shared responsibility between governments\, producers and consumers. Everybody has a role to play from farm to table to ensure the food we consume is safe and will not damage our health. Through World Food Safety Day\, WHO and FAO pursue efforts to mainstream food safety in the public agenda and reduce the burden of food-borne diseases globally. \n#WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #SafeFood \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\nUnsafe food containing harmful bacteria\, viruses\, parasites or chemical substances causes more than 200 diseases.\nRecent estimates indicate that the impact of unsafe food costs low- and middle-income economies around US$ 95 billion in lost productivity each year.\nGood hygiene practices in the food and agricultural sectors help to reduce the emergence and spread of food-borne diseases.\n\nGet involved!\nWhether you grow\, process\, transport\, store\, distribute\, sell\, prepare\, serve or consume food\, you have a role to play in keeping it safe. Take part in the celebration! \nCheck the many events and participate using the World Food Safety Day promotional material.\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-food-safety-day/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T000000
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SUMMARY:World Oceans Day
DESCRIPTION:Planet Ocean: tides are changing\nThe ocean covers over 70% of the planet. It is our life source\, supporting humanity’s sustenance and that of every other organism on earth. \nThe ocean produces at least 50% of the planet’s oxygen\, it is home to most of earth’s biodiversity\, and is the main source of protein for more than a billion people around the world. Not to mention\, the ocean is key to our economy with an estimated 40 million people being employed by ocean-based industries by 2030. \nEven though all its benefits\, the ocean is now in need of support. \nWith 90% of big fish populations depleted\, and 50% of coral reefs destroyed\, we are taking more from the ocean than can be replenished. We need to work together to create a new balance with the ocean that no longer depletes its bounty but instead restores its vibrancy and brings it new life. \n“Planet Ocean: tides are changing”\, is the theme for World Oceans Day 2023 – the UN is joining forces with decision-makers\, indigenous leaders\, scientists\, private sector executives\, civil society\, celebrities\, and youth activist to put the ocean first. \n\nJoin us and celebrate the value of oceans\nWorld Oceans Day reminds every one of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our Planet and a major source of food and medicine and a critical part of the biosphere. \nThe purpose of the Day is to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean\, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean\, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world’s oceans. \nThis year\, the United Nations will host ahybrid celebration of the annual event on 8 June 2023\, hosted in-person at the UN Headquarters in New York to be broadcasted live. It will highlight the 2023 theme of “Planet Ocean: tides are changing”. \nHosted by the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea of the Office of Legal Affairs of the United Nations\, in partnership with the non-profit organization Oceanic Global\, and supported by Panerai\, this year’s annual event will shed light on how we can work together to ensure the ocean’s health and well-being. \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nThe ocean produces at least 50% of the planet’s oxygen.\nThe ocean is key to our economy with an estimated 40 million people being employed by ocean-based industries by 2030.\nOceans absorb about 30% of carbon dioxide produced by humans\, buffering the impacts of global warming.\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-oceans-day/
CATEGORIES:Climate,EarthX,Environmental,ESG Awareness,SDGs,United Nations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T235959
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SUMMARY:World Day Against Child Labour
DESCRIPTION:Social Justice for All. End Child Labour!\nObserved on June 12th\, World Day Against Child Labour is intended to serve as a catalyst for the growing worldwide movement against child labour. Emphasizing the link between social justice and child labour\, the slogan for the World Day in 2023 is ‘Social Justice for All. End Child Labour!’. \nOur joint experience in tackling child labour over the course of the last three decades has demonstrated that child labour can be eliminated\, if the root causes are addressed. More than ever\, it is urgent for all of us to contribute to bringing solutions to people’s daily problems\, and child labour is – possibly – the most visible of these problems. \nWe therefore consider the 2023 World Day Against Child Labour to be a moment for all of us who are committed to ending child labour to demonstrate that change can be achieved when will and determination come together and provide a momentum for efforts to be accelerated in a situation of great urgency. \nThis World Day Against Child Labour\, June 12\, 2023 we are calling for \n\nReinvigorated international action to achieve social justice\, particularly under the envisaged Global Coalition for Social Justice\, with child labour elimination as one of its important elements;\nUniversal ratification of ILO Convention No. 138 on Minimum Age\, which\, together with the universal ratification of ILO Convention No. 182 on Worst Forms of Child Labour achieved in 2020\, would provide all children with legal protection against all forms of child labour;\n\nEffective implementation of the Durban Call to Action. \n\nPrevalence of child labour\nSince 2000\, for nearly two decades\, the world had been making steady progress in reducing child labour. But over the past few years\, conflicts\, crises and the COVID-19 pandemic\, have plunged more families into poverty – and forced millions more children into child labour. Economic growth has not been sufficient\, nor inclusive enough\, to relieve the pressure that too many families and communities feel and that makes them resort to child labour. Today\, 160 million children are still engaged in child labour. That is almost one in ten children worldwide. \nAfrica ranks highest among regions both in the percentage of children in child labour — one-fifth — and the absolute number of children in child labour — 72 million. Asia and the Pacific ranks second highest in both these measures — 7% of all children and 62 million in absolute terms are in child labour in this region. \nThe Africa and the Asia and the Pacific regions together account for almost nine out of every ten children in child labour worldwide. The remaining child labour population is divided among the Americas (11 million)\, Europe and Central Asia (6 million)\, and the Arab States (1 million). In terms of incidence\, 5% of children are in child labour in the Americas\, 4% in Europe and Central Asia\, and 3% in the Arab States. \nWhile the percentage of children in child labour is highest in low-income countries\, their numbers are actually greater in middle-income countries. 9% all children in lower-middle-income countries\, and 7% of all children in upper-middle-income countries\, are in child labour. Statistics on the absolute number of children in child labour in each national income grouping indicate that 84 million children in child labour\, accounting for 56% of all those in child labour\, actually live in middle-income countries\, and an additional 2 million live in high-income countries. \nShealyn Brannon
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CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Lifestyle,Ethics,Humanity 2.0,Social Responsibility,United Nations
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SUMMARY:International Albinism Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:What is albinism?\nAlbinism is a rare\, non-contagious\, genetically inherited difference present at birth. In almost all types of albinism\, both parents must carry the gene for it to be passed on\, even if they do not have albinism themselves. The condition is found in both sexes regardless of ethnicity and in all countries of the world. Albinism results in a lack of pigmentation (melanin) in the hair\, skin and eyes\, causing vulnerability to the sun and bright light. As a result\, almost all people with albinism are visually impaired and are prone to developing skin cancer. There is no cure for the absence of melanin that is central to albinism. \nWhile numbers vary\, it is estimated that in North America and Europe 1 in every 17\,000 to 20\,000 people have some form of albinism. The condition is much more prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa\, with estimates of 1 in 1\,400 people being affected in Tanzania  and prevalence as high as 1 in 1\,000 reported for select populations in Zimbabwe and for other specific ethnic groups in Southern Africa. \n\nHealth challenges of people living with albinism\nThe lack of melanin means persons with albinism are highly vulnerable to developing skin cancer. In some countries\, a majority of persons with albinism die from skin cancer between 30 and 40 years of age. Skin cancer is highly preventable when persons with albinism enjoy their right to health. This includes access to regular health checks\, sunscreen\, sunglasses and sun-protective clothing. In a significant number of countries\, these life-saving means are unavailable or inaccessible to them. Consequently\, in the realm of development measures\, persons with albinism have been and are among those “left furthest behind.” Therefore\, they ought to be targeted for human rights interventions in the manner envisioned by the Sustainable Development Goals. \nDue to a lack of melanin in the skin and eyes\, persons with albinism often have permanent visual impairment. They also face discrimination due to their skin colour; as such\, they are often subject to multiple and intersecting discrimination on the grounds of both disability and colour. \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nAlbinism is a genetic condition inherited from both parents that occurs worldwide\, regardless of ethnicity or gender.\nThe common lack of melanin pigment in the hair\, skin and eyes of people with albinism causes vulnerability to sun exposure\, which can lead to skin cancer and severe visual impairment.\nAs many as 1 in 5\,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa and 1 in 20\,000 people in Europe and North America have albinism.\nIn some countries people with albinism suffer discrimination\, poverty\, stigma\, violence and even killings.\nIn some countries\, women who give birth to children with albinism are repudiated by their husbands\, and their children abandoned or the victims of infanticide.\nThe movie industry has seldom portrayed people with albinism accurately\, preferring to depict them as villains\, demons or freaks of nature.\nViolence against people with albinism is largely met by social silence and indifference\, and is seldom followed by investigations or the prosecution of perpetrators.\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
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CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,ESG Awareness,Humanity 2.0,Social Responsibility,United Nations
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SUMMARY:World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Addressing Elder Abuse\nBetween 2019 and 2030\, the number of persons aged 60 years or over is projected to grow by 38%\, from 1 billion to 1.4 billion\, globally outnumbering youth\, and this increase will be the greatest and the most rapid in the developing world\, and recognizing that greater attention needs to be paid to the specific challenges affecting older persons\, including in the field of human rights. \nElder abuse is a problem that exists in both developing and developed countries yet is typically underreported globally. Prevalence rates or estimates exist only in selected developed countries — ranging from 1% to 10%. Although the extent of elder mistreatment is unknown\, its social and moral significance is obvious. As such\, it demands a global multifaceted response\, one which focuses on protecting the rights of older persons. \nApproaches to define\, detect and address elder abuse need to be placed within a cultural context and considered along side culturally specific risk factors. For example\, in some traditional societies\, older widows are subjected to forced marriages while in others\, isolated older women are accused of witchcraft. From a health and social perspectives\, unless both primary health care and social service sectors are well equipped to identify and deal with the problem\, elder abuse will continue to be underdiagnosed and overlooked. \n\nAddressing Gender-Based Violence in Older Age Policy\, Law and Evidence-based Responses\nIn the context of last year’s commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)\, the World Health Organization in partnership with Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)\, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)\, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)\, UN WOMEN and with support from the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA)\, published Tackling abuse of older people: five priorities for the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing 2021–2030. The resource outlined key priorities to prevent and respond to abuse of older persons and\, hence\, contribute to improving their health\, well-being and dignity. This year\, the commemoration will provide an update on the implementation of the priorities. \nAhead of the milestone of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)\, this year’s commemoration of WEAAD will also connect with the year-long campaign to promote and recognise the 75th anniversary. As the month of June of the campaign will focus on showcasing the UDHR by raising awareness on its legacy\, relevance and activism as relates to women’s rights\, the theme of the 2023 WEAAD commemoration in the United Nations Headquarters in New York is entitled Closing the Circle: Addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Older Age – Policy\, Law and Evidence-based Responses. \n\nDid you know?\n\n\nAround 1 in 6 people 60 years and older experienced some form of abuse in community settings during the past year.\nRates of elder abuse are high in institutions such as nursing homes and long-term care facilities\, with 2 in 3 staff reporting that they have committed abuse in the past year.\nRates of elder abuse have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.\nElder abuse can lead to serious physical injuries and long-term psychological consequences.\nElder abuse is predicted to increase as many countries are experiencing rapidly ageing populations.\nThe global population of people aged 60 years and older will more than double\, from 900 million in 2015 to about 2 billion in 2050.\n\n\nAgeism affects how we think\, feel and act towards others and ourselves based on age. It imposes powerful barriers to the development of good policies and programmes for older and younger people\, and has profound negative consequences on older adults’ health and well-being. Launched by World Health Organization\, the Combatting Ageism Campaign aims to change the narrative around age and ageing and help create a world for all ages. \n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,ESG Awareness,Humanity 2.0,Social Responsibility,United Nations
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