American University of Antigua hosts SIDS4

American University of Antigua, a member of the United Nations Academic Impact, hosts the 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) on 27-30 May. More than 3,000 delegates from member countries participate in the conference which takes place every 10 years. “AUA is grateful and happy that the United Nations has acknowledged AUA’s campus and its new convention center as a suitable venue for such a significant global conference that will draw world leaders from across the globe,” said Neal Simon, President of AUA.

The new AUA convention centre, with more than 1,000 seats, hosts SIDS4.
Photo:American University of Antigua

SDG of the month

SDG 15 Life on Land logo
SDG of the month

Goal of the Month | May 2024: Goal 15 - Life on Land

The May edition of Goal of the Month editorial looks at Goal 15 – Life on Land.

Goal 15 is about conserving life on land. It is to protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and stop biodiversity loss.

Earth’s ecosystems are vital for sustaining human life, they contribute to over half of global GDP and encompass diverse cultural, spiritual, and economic values.