Amid a global backlash against women’s rights, women are committed to championing rights and representation. Survey results from 185 countries show that 86 per cent cite climate change, and more than 50 per cent identify conflict as primary concerns for the next decade. Mental health and family responsibilities are seen as barriers to reaching full potential. Access the full report and the We the Women campaign.
Business for a better future
The private sector is key to creating jobs and eradicating poverty. The SDG Global Business Forum (16 July) gathers leaders from the private sector, governments, and civil society worldwide to co-create business-driven solutions for accelerating the Sustainable Development Goals. Co-convened by the UN Global Compact, UNDESA, the International Organisation of Employers and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development on the sidelines of the HLPF, this virtual event also serves as a key moment ahead of the Summit of the Future, gathering business insights for a better future.
![Schools-turned-shelters run by the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA, have suffered serious damage in strikes in the last week. Schools-turned-shelters run by the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA, have suffered serious damage in strikes in the last week.](https://global.unitednations.entermediadb.net/assets/mediadb/services/module/asset/downloads/preset/Collections/Embargoed/10-07-2024_UN-Gaza-01.jpg/image560x340cropped.jpg)
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