World Day of Social Justice, observed every 20 February by the United Nations, stands as a global reminder of our shared demand for fairness, dignity, and equity.

The SDGs give us a compelling framework for an economy that truly serves people and planet. We need an urgent reset of our economic fundamentals around growth, equity and human flourishing.

Across the world, a significant gender gap persists at all levels of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines due to lack of research funding, gender stereotypes, and ...

Meeting at UN Headquarters, in New York, from 2 to 10 February, the Commission for Social Development marked its first session since the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha last ...

Last week, UN DESA launched the World Youth Report on Youth Mental Health and Well-being, convening Member States, UN entities, civil society partners, and dozens of young ...

The Secretary-General is gravely concerned by the reported decision of the Israeli security cabinet to authorize a series of administrative and enforcement measures in Areas A and B of the occupied ...

At a time when global cooperation and sustainable development are under pressure, UN DESA continues to deliver.

People everywhere rely on wildlife and biodiversity-based resources to meet our needs - from food, to fuel, medicines, housing, and clothing. For us to enjoy the benefits and the beauty that nature ...

The Secretary-General welcomes today’s resumption of talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States and hopes they will help reduce regional tensions and prevent a broader crisis.

As countries work to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), supreme audit institutions (SAIs) are emerging as critical partners in assessing countries’ public finance and the effectiveness ...

When the Commission for Social Development convenes this month, it will be the first global gathering after the Second World Summit for Social Development.

How can the international community build a truly inclusive and effective global tax system, one that enables all countries, especially developing nations, to mobilize the resources needed for ...