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The UN DESA Side Event “Road to FfD4: Scaling Up Private Finance and Investment for the #SDGs” at the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) #GRT2024 and #Buildingbridges24 unpacked key issues of mobilizing private finance. These included making blended finance work, aligning regulations with sustainable investment and incentivizing longer-term horizons among private investors.    Learn more about opportunities for business engagement at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development in Seville, Spain (30 June-3 July 2025).    https://lnkd.in/eTCavcAZ 

🚨The UN Economist Network (UNEN) has launched the Futures and Foresight Policy Brief series! The first in the series, "Foresight and the World of Work: Planning the Future", explores the megatrends that shape the world of work. Check it out here➡️ bit.ly/UNENPolicyBriefs

For everyone alive today, what will be the shared legacy we leave behind to future generations? It's not game over for #ClimateAction - it's game on, says Hailey Campbell, Co-Executive Director of Care About Climate. Read about her experience at #COP29: https://lnkd.in/eHDT8FZJ

🌍 Extreme #inequality continues to grow, and net wealth taxes can help bridge the gap. Tailored approaches can reflect countries’ unique socio-economic backgrounds and assist them in their #SDG efforts. ⚖️ ➡️ Explore insights in our latest Policy Brief: bit.ly/UNDESA_Policy_Brief

You're reading this now because of something that's at the heart of our lives - the Internet. 🛜 With the connective power of innovation, how can we create an Internet that works for all? Follow #IGF2024 & build the digital ecosystem we all deserve. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e5ZKHySC

This week from 2 to 6 December marks a critical moment in the preparation for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (#FfD4) in Serville, Spain in 2025.   Monday, 2 December will be the Academic Day – the Financing for Development Dialogues, from Evidence to Action – involving perspectives and recommendations from academic stakeholders. From 3 to 6 December, the 2nd Preparation Committee Session (PrepCom) will give a chance for Member States & other key stakeholders to reflect on the elements paper and share priorities and expectations for the Conference toward the FfD4 Outcome Document. Nearly 60 side events will also involve key stakeholders for their solutions to close the financing gaps. What are the solutions to #FinancingOurFuture? Join the dialogue and don’t miss out on these #Fin4Dev events to find out the answer! https://lnkd.in/eY43ZsRm

Rising food prices, high unemployment & climate disasters in landlocked developing countries #LLDCs have hampered progress in reducing poverty & food insecurity. Transport connectivity, trade & debt will also be among the key issues addressed at #LLDC3. ➡️bit.ly/wespbrief

📈 We’re headed toward a population peak in 2080, with slower numbers thereafter. 📉   👪 What can these trends tell us about the #PeopleOfTomorrow, and how can we adapt so everyone has a better future?   ➡️ Find out in our latest Policy Brief: bit.ly/UNDESA_Policy_Brief

Data are a powerful tool against the crises facing our world. The upcoming #WorldDataForum offers a critical opportunity to renew our commitment to a better, data-driven future. Read the NEW SDG Blog from UN DESA's Stefan Schweinfest: https://lnkd.in/eqqQXEJf

🗺️ 3,000 participants 📍 100 events  1️⃣ goal: Advocate for high-quality, timely, open and inclusive data to accelerate progress on the #SDGs. ➡️ Learn more from our expert Ian Rutherford ahead of the #WorldDataForum 12-15 November: https://lnkd.in/evr5KCiK