Conference Agenda

U​n​i​t​e​d​ ​N​a​t​i​o​n​s Global Conference on Sustainable Development (U​N​G​C​S​D)

Convened by: U​n​i​t​e​d​ ​N​a​t​i​o​n​s Commission for Sustainable Development (CSD)

Conference Theme

“Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Eradicating Poverty in Times of Multiple Crises: The Effective Delivery of Sustainable, Resilient, and Innovative Solutions”

Overview

The U​N​G​C​S​D is a pivotal global platform convened at a critical moment in the Decade of Action for the 2030 Agenda. As multiple global crises converge—economic instability, climate emergencies, inequality, and conflicts—the conference aims to accelerate tangible progress by mobilizing multi-sectoral leadership and forging collaborative pathways to achieve high-impact SDG outcomes.

Delegates engage in plenaries, breakout sessions, innovation labs, partnership dialogues, ministerial roundtables, and cultural exchanges centered around five priority Sustainable Development Goals:

• SDG 1 – No Poverty
• SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
• SDG 13 – Climate Action
• SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Daily Agenda

Day 1 – Opening Plenary & Setting the Global Context for Accelerated Action

Morning Session: Opening Ceremony

• Welcome Remarks by the Secretary-General of the U​n​i​t​e​d​ ​N​a​t​i​o​n​s
• Host Country Keynote Address
• High-Level Remarks from Heads of State and UN Dignitaries
• Thematic Address: “2030 Agenda at the Crossroads: Delivering Justice, Peace & Dignity”

Afternoon Session:

• High-Level Panel: The Global Poverty Landscape – A 2025 Outlook
• Policy Dialogue: Strengthening Multilateralism in an Era of Disruption
• Launch of the Global SDG Solutions Innovation Report
• Cultural Evening Reception

Day 2 – Transformative Pathways to End Poverty and Hunger

Morning Session:

• Ministerial Roundtable: Eradicating Poverty in Complex Humanitarian Settings

Breakout Tracks:

• Economic Inclusion and Social Safety Systems
• Financing Mechanisms for Poverty Eradication
• Youth Employment and Livelihood Innovation

Afternoon Session:

• Thematic Forum on Zero Hunger
• Interactive Dialogue: Climate-Smart Food Security in Conflict Zones
• Spotlight Session: Innovations in Agricultural Technologies & Nutrition Access

Evening: Networking Dinner

Day 3 – Accelerating Climate Action for a Resilient Planet

Morning Session:

• Plenary Dialogue: Global Climate Goals and Just Energy Transitions

Technical Sessions:

• Renewable Energy Partnerships
• Climate Resilience in Small Island States
• Indigenous Knowledge and Nature-Based Solutions

Afternoon Session:

• Corporate Roundtable: Sustainable Supply Chains & Climate Accountability
• Innovation Lab: AI, Big Data, and Climate Forecasting Tools
• Private Sector Dialogue: Greening Investment Strategies for Net-Zero Commitments

Day 4 – Peace, Governance & Inclusive Institutions in the SDG Era

Morning Session:

• Ministerial Assembly: Restoring Peace and Governance in Fragile Contexts

Breakout Discussions:

• Rule of Law and Access to Justice
• Tackling Corruption through Technology
• Gender Equity in Peacebuilding and Political Participation

Afternoon Session:

• Human Rights Panel: Corporate Responsibility and the Future of Ethical AI
• Think Tank Forum: Digital Inclusion and Civic Engagement in the Global South

Evening: Cultural Night & SDG Voices Showcase

Day 5 – Partnerships, Accountability & the Road to 2030

Morning Session:

• Partnership Forum: Catalyzing Cross-Sectoral Cooperation for Impact

Finance & Innovation Dialogue:

• Impact Investing and ESG Compliance
• Scaling Private Sector Contributions to the SDGs
• Blockchain for Transparency in Aid and Resource Tracking

Afternoon Session: High-Level Closing Plenary

• Presentation of the U​N​G​C​S​D Outcomes & Commitment Declaration
• Global Pledges and Announcements of Multilateral Initiatives
• Remarks from Youth Delegates and Civil Society Leaders
• Closing Address by the President of the U​n​i​t​e​d​ ​N​a​t​i​o​n​s General Assembly

Evening: Farewell Gala and Global Partnership Awards Ceremony

Cross-Cutting Themes Throughout the Conference

• Living Wages & Decent Work
• Gender Equality in Decision-Making
• Corporate Water Stewardship
• Responsible Production & Consumption
• Sustainable Trade & Export Frameworks
• Data-Driven Decision-Making for the SDGs

Special Segments & Side Events

• Youth Innovation Pavilion
• Academic & Research Poster Sessions
• NGO & Civil Society Marketplace
• UN Agencies Showcase Hall
• Delegates’ Lounge for Bilateral Meetings

Final Note

The conference reaffirms the U​n​i​t​e​d​ ​N​a​t​i​o​n​s’ enduring commitment to multilateralism, partnership, and the power of collective global ambition. It invites the international community to not only envision a better future—but to take bold steps toward building it.

Join the Movement

Whether you are a policymaker, a business innovator, a youth champion, or a concerned global citizen, the 2025 U​N​G​C​S​D is your platform to engage, contribute, and act.
Together, we can co-create a sustainable future for all.