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UN World Oceans Day 2020 | 8 June

When we think of public health risks, we may not think of the ocean. Increasingly, however, the health of the ocean is intimately tied to our health. Some may be surprised to read that organisms discovered at extreme depths are used to speed up the detection of COVID-19, and probably even more to learn that, it is the environment that could give a solution to humankind.

This is one of the multiple reasons why we should celebrate World Oceans Day: to remind everyone of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our planet, providing most of the oxygen we breathe. The purpose of the Day is to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world's oceans. They are a major source of food and medicine and a critical part of the biosphere. In the end, it is a day to celebrate together the beauty, the wealth and the promise of the ocean.

Visit the "Our Beautiful Ocean" virtual UN Exhibit

8 - 12 June 2020 | World Ocean Week

World Ocean Week showcases discussions, events and campaigns organized by different stakeholders - from civil society, businesses to concerned individuals - to draw attention to ocean issues and the work that is being done or needs to be done to protect our largest ecosystem. 
10 Things to Watch Out for During the World Ocean Week
Comprehensive List of Events

WHO urges mask use in confined public areas, where coronavirus still spreads

Governments in areas with widespread COVID-19 transmission should encourage the use of non-medical masks on public transport, in shops and in other locations where physical distancing is difficult, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends, in updated guidance published on Friday.

Read more...
Read WHO updated Advice on the use of masks in the context of COVID-19

World Food Safety Day: From planting to your plate, everyone has a role to play

Eating contaminated food has caused an estimated 600 million people in the world, or almost one-in-ten individuals, to fall ill – 420,000 of whom die every year, two UN specialized agencies highlighted on Sunday, World Food Safety Day.
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Learn more about World Safety Day
Food Safety and COVID-19
Food System Dashboard

Goal of the Month | Partnerships for the SDGs

No region has been spared from the spread of COVID-19. Its ripple effects have been complex and widespread, and no country can escape either the health or the economic dimensions of the crisis on its own. 

In June, we look at the importance of Partnerships for the Sustainable Development Goals - SDG 17 - the engine of interconnection, possibilities and promise for our collective future.

COVID-19 knows no boundaries, and neither should our efforts to respond to the emergency and build back better. 

Learn more...

VERIFIED

A new UN initiative aims to push back against the tide of lies and hate that has risen in tandem with the COVID-19 pandemic, by empowering people worldwide to share accurate information to help save lives and promote global solidarity.
Global Humanitarian Response Plan COVID-19: United Nations Coordinated Appeal
COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for WHO: HELP FIGHT CORONAVIRUS

Invitations | Opportunities for Participation

Call for GPN ExpRes Roster – Youth Expert profile

The United Nations Secretary-General has made youth a priority and launched “Youth 2030”, the first United Nations Youth Strategy. UNDP promotes and supports youth empowerment for sustainable development and peace, in line with the recognition of young people as positive and critical agents of change in Agenda 2030 and the youth, peace and security resolutions. UNDP aims to systematically foster youth empowerment and sharpen the organization’s focus and corporate response to the challenges young people in all their diversity face worldwide.

https://outreach.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e44de94794d9d2534e5d7f115&id=f8d64f365f&e=c0a5778be2In response to the increased demand for youth expertise across all thematic areas and in the context of the support to the implementation of Agenda 2030 and other internationally agreed outcomes, and given the critical importance of both addressing youth specific needs and support young people’s role in COVID-19 response and recovery, UNDP is establishing a new pool of pre-vetted Youth experts. This pool of experts will support UNDP’s work with and for young people at all levels (global, regional, country). Itis meant to be maintained to provide a continued pool of expertise to promote and support youth civic engagement and participation in decision-making and governance, youth economic empowerment, youth participation in resilience- and peace-building, and youth empowerment in the context of COVID-19, focusing on supporting implementation of actions and delivering results on the ground.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by 30 June.
Learn more details and apply here.
UNCTAD Update: Coronavirus Pandemic (28 May - 4 June 2020)

UNCTAD's COVID-19 news

Our latest news and thought leadership pieces are outlined below. 

Press releases and news:

Commentary and analysis:

Learn more in the latest UNCTAD update
The Week Ahead at the UN: Follow meetings online - click here to see the schedule
Civil Society Corner

Invitation to “How Innovations & Technology Are Supporting Our Oceans” Webinar

Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Time: 2:30 - 5 PM EST
Webinar RSVP here

Organized by NGO Committee on Sustainable Development-NY, and Soroptimist International, UN2020, UNA-USA Council of Organizations, CoNGO, Huairou Commission, NGO/MG Urban Cluster, SDG Impact Awards, Global Family, Global NGO Executive Committee, Youth for a Better World: Montessori MUN, and the General Assembly of Partners
Invitation
Programme

Global NGO Executive Committee 2020 Election

The Global NGO Executive Committee elections will conclude on June 8th, 2020. If you represent an NGO that is in good standing with the Department of Global Communications, and you have not yet received your ballot, please contact:  ngoelections2020@gmail.com  Ballots must be submitted electronically not later than June 8th by 11:59pm (EDT). To learn more about the candidates, please click here
DGC Civil Society Unit

Civil Society Chat Series "Inspiring Global Action: Reframing responsibilities to one another and our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic"


Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2020
Virtual live event
details to follow

Civil Society Survey on Misinformation about COVID-19

Now available in other UN languages.
The United Nations System is working hard to raise awareness and tackle misinformation about the novel coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19, and we are asking for your help.

  Complete the short survey: bit.ly/CSOsCOVID19survey  

CSOs Response to COVID-19

Share what your civil society organization is doing to help your community responding to COVID-19 pandemic: https://bit.ly/CSOrespondtoCOVID19  
#UNwithCivilSociety #COVID19 #coronavirus
Civil Society Responses to COVID19

Upcoming UN High-Level Opportunities for Civil Society Participation  
Stakeholder Opportunities supported by NGLS: Current Status
PGA letter to UN Member Status regarding high-level events

UN-NGLS: Special accreditation guidelines

Did you know?
Organizations that are not in Consultative Status with United Nations ECOSOC may apply for special approval to attend High-Level Events at the UN.
Watch the video below to find out how UN-NGLS now part of UNDGC Civil Society Unit supports the special-accreditation process to facilitate stakeholder’s participation!
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UN DGC Civil Society Instagram
UN DGC Civil Society Facebook
UN DGC Civil Society Website

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