DESA News
Volume 19, No.04 - April 2015
Feature articles
Preparing the world for important population changes
In 2015, the world will adopt a new set of goals, guiding the efforts to achieve a more sustainable and fairer world where no-one is left behind. In designing and implementing the post-2015 agenda, it is important to understand and account for demographic changes that are likely to unfold in the future. Read more
Investing ahead — for people and the planet
The international community has the means to improve the lives of people everywhere. But we need to make sure that the right financing gets to where it is needed. The Third International Financing for Development Conference in Addis Ababa aims to accomplish just that and it offers a chance to secure financing for sustainable development. Preparations are now entering a critical phase to ensure a successful outcome of the event benefitting both people and the planet. Read more
Building trust in government in pursuit of the sustainable development goals
Public administration and good governance are critical in achieving sustainable development. On 20-24 April, the Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) will meet in New York for its 14th annual session to discuss the practical measures governments can take in pursuit of the sustainable development goals. Read more
Global dialogue on development
- Promoting the autism advantage on World Autism Awareness Day
- High-level symposium deliberating on development cooperation post-2015
- Protecting the rights of the world’s indigenous peoples
More on Global dialogue on development
Trends and analysis
- The youth effect on gender balance in education
- Measuring the value of ecosystems
- Apply to UN DESA’s ‘Powering the Future We Want’ Grant by 30 April
More on Trends and analysis
Capacity development
- Developing a national plan for advancing environmental-economic accounting in Vietnam
- Advancing system of environmental economic accounting in Chile
- Measuring progress towards achieving a green economy
More on Capacity development
Calendar
- 48th Session of the Commission on Population and Development, 13-17 April, New York
- Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA), 20-24 April, New York
- 14th Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, 20 April – 1 May, New York
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