🌍 In the #IYC2025, we spotlight collaboration as a force for change. 🎧 This week on #SSEEssentials: Partnership & Co-construction with Marguerite Mendell — exploring how cooperation powers transformative economies. 🔗 Listen: youtu.be/HYG3538843A?...

🌍 Less than 1/5 of SDG targets are on track. Public service underfunding is a major factor—but solutions exist. Join #SocialSummit2025 event showing countries leveraging public services for development & addressing the funding gap 6 Nov | 12:45 GMT+3 |Rm 14, QNCC www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🎨 The Art of Equality: A Journey to Justice is coming to #SocialSummit2025 in Qatar! Showcasing 39 artists from 23 countries, this UNRISD exhibition explores social, gender, economic & climate justice through art—inviting us to imagine a fairer, more inclusive world www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 Care is not a private responsibility—it's a public commitment at the heart of sustainable development. Join the high-level side event at #SocialSummit2025 on repositioning care as foundational to equitable societies. 📅 6 Nov | 11:30 GMT+3 | 📍Rm 103, QNCC 🔗 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 Care policies are advancing globally—but without strong governance, they cannot be sustained Join solution session at #SocialSummit2025 on transformative care governance with leaders from Chile, UNRISD, UN Women, ILO & ECLAC 6 Nov | 10:00 GMT+3 | Rm 1 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 Why do anti-poverty policies fail? Because they often lack meaningful participation of people living in poverty Join #SocialSummit2025 webinar on the IDEEP tool to ensure people experiencing poverty directly shape the policies 5 Nov |15:00 CET |Online 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

🌍 New from @UNRISD: Rethinking Social Development for a New Eco-Social Contract — insights for #SocialSummit2025 in Doha. How can we rebuild trust, tackle inequalities & drive a just, green transition? 🔗 www.unrisd.org/en/library/p...

🌍 Reimagining social development is essential & UNRISD is at the heart of this moment From 4–6 Nov, we’ll be at #WSSD2025 in Doha, driving dialogue and action on poverty, decent work & inclusion. Stay tuned for our side events + updates! www.unrisd.org/en/activitie... #SocialSummit2025

“UNRISD stands for voice, respect, integrity & heart” - Paul Ladd Over his nearly nine-year tenure as Director, Paul’s words embody the values that have guided 62 years of research—foundations that continue to shape UNRISD’s work today. 💬What #IdeasThatShape your world? #UNRISD62

🌍 30 years after Copenhagen, how can we accelerate progress on poverty, decent work & social integration? Join this #SocialSummit2025 side event showcasing research & case studies turning social development commitments into action 5 Nov |13:15 GMT+3 |QNCC Rm 10 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 47.6% of the global population lacks social protection. For women & girls, the gap runs event wider. Join high-level dialogue on financing gender-transformative social protection systems at #WSSD2025. 📅 5 Nov | 10:00 GMT+3 |📍 QNCC Rm 104 🔗 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 Live from Doha: Join our online briefing as participants at #WSSD2025 report in real-time. What's being discussed? What does it mean for social policy in Germany & globally? 📅 5 Nov | 19:00 UTC+3 | 17:00 CET |📍 Online |🗣️ German language 🔗 Register: www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍 Youth aren't just the future—they're building it now Join youth delegates from 6 regions at #WSSD2025 as they showcase evidence-based solutions for peace & social inclusion solutions that will be piloted across regions over the next year 4 Nov|16:45 GMT+3 |QNCC Rm 14 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

“Inequalities must be central to UN concerns.” @sarahcook Under her leadership (2009–2015), UNRISD shaped research on inequality, social policy, & inclusion, influencing SDG debates and giving voice to the unheard—a legacy we continue to build on. #IdeasThatShape

💚Yesterday we marked #InternationalCareDay a reminder that care is at the heart of inclusive, thriving societies In the #InternationalYearOfCooperatives, this week’s #SSEEssentials features Jean-Pierre Girard on how SSE transforms care through cooperation youtu.be/CuODWjepbEY?...

Care is justice. Care is climate action. Care is a human right. 🌍💜 On #InternationalCareDay, UNRISD new eBulletin explores how care connects with climate, health, economy, peace and more—showing why caring societies are fairer and more resilient. Read: mailchi.mp/un.org/carin...

🌍 How do we measure meaningful progress on social development? Join UNRISD & Spain's Social Economy leaders at #WSSD2025 to explore threshold-based assessment tools for SSE organizations. 📅 4 Nov | 16:45 GMT+3 | 📍 QNCC Rm 12 www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🎧 New #BacklashUnfiltered! The Algorithm of Inequality — with @AnnikaOjala How can tech both fuel & fight the gender backlash? From AI bias to feminist innovation, explore how we can build a more equitable digital future. 💡 🔗 Listen now → www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH9_...

💰 How can fiscal & economic policies drive social justice? Join UNRISD & partners on 4 Nov at #WSSD2025 for a powerful side event on feminist fiscal alternatives, inclusive pre-distribution, & transformative public spending. 📍 QNCC, Rm 5 | 🕥 11:30 GMT+3 🔗 Info: www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

“UNRISD is an important voice for a positive future.” — Maureen O’Neil Through six decades of research, UNRISD has challenged narrow ideas of “the market” and “good governance,” advancing equity, gender justice & inclusive policy. #IdeasThatShape #UNRISD62

🤖 Can AI become a force for social justice in the Global South? Join UNRISD & global experts at #WSSD2025 for a side event on bridging the digital divide & harnessing AI for inclusive development. 📅 4 Nov | 🕥 11:30 (GMT+3) | 📍 QNCC, Rm 2 🔗 Info: www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

Congratulations to the @UN on its 80th anniversary! UNRISD is proud to mark this milestone with an impact story on sustainability measurement — featuring our Sustainable Development Performance Indicators, used by 1,000+ organizations to turn research into real-world impact. 🌍

🌍 How can we rebuild trust and reshape social contracts for a just & sustainable future? Join UNRISD’s virtual session at #WSSD2025 on 3 Nov with global changemakers incl. Carlos Alvarado Quesada, Jayati Ghosh & more 🕒 18:00 CET | 📍 Online 🔗 Register: www.unrisd.org/en/activitie...

🌍#UNDay 2025: Turning Knowledge into Action! As the @UN celebrates 80 years, @UNICRI, @UNITAR, @UNRISD, @UNSSC, @UNUniversity, @UNIDIR show how knowledge drives real change. 🔗https://ow.ly/CV9M50XgXx1

🌍 Reimagining social development is essential & UNRISD is at the heart of this moment From 4–6 Nov, we’ll be at #WSSD2025 in Doha, driving dialogue and action on poverty, decent work & inclusion. Stay tuned for our side events + updates! www.unrisd.org/en/activitie... #SocialSummit2025

🎧 New Episode: #BacklashUnfiltered — Mapping the Backlash: Global Attacks on Gender & LGBTQIA+ Rights with Prof. Clare Hemmings Explore the rise of anti-gender movements, legal rollbacks, and how we can respond to this global pushback. 🔗 Listen now → youtu.be/J-8n5rFZiUY?...

🌱 Celebrating the International Year of Cooperatives! What is the Social & Solidarity Economy? A people & planet-centered alternative. 🎧 Dr. Davorka Vidović on why youth are drawn to SSE’s participative ways. 📅 New #SSEEssentials every Wednesday! 🔗 youtu.be/AYwzQr4BLC8?...

Climate disasters aren’t just natural—they stem from policy failures that fuel inequality. In #BeyondCopenhagen, Bina Desai urges: 🌍 Tackle structural risk 💰 Debt-free climate finance 🛡️ Resilient social protection www.unrisd.org/en/library/b...

Today, on #PovertyDay, UNRISD reaffirms its commitment to transformative social policy—rights-based, inclusive, and sustainable. As a member of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, we’ll join the Leaders Meeting at #WSSD on 3 Nov to drive bold, lasting action.🌍

30 years after Copenhagen, the call for dignity, equity & inclusion is louder than ever. UNRISD’s blog series “Beyond Copenhagen” reflects on lessons learned & paths forward for #SocialSummit2025. 📘 Read: www.unrisd.org/es/library/b... 🌐 Info: social.desa.un.org/world-summit...

🌍 How can inclusive peace drive social development? Ahead of #SocialSummit2025, UNRISD and Prof. Briony Jones led a global consultation with young peacebuilders to explore this link. 📘 Read our new paper with case studies: www.unrisd.org/en/library/p...

🌍 “UNRISD can certainly be credited for being amongst the first to put these issues in the policy agenda.” — Valeria Esquivel, ILO For 62 years, UNRISD has led bold research shaping care policies & social justice worldwide. 💬 What #IdeasThatShape your world? #UNRISD62

1 month to go! 🌍 The 2nd World Summit on Social Development is in Doha, 4–6 Nov. It’s a crucial chance to renew commitment to people-centred progress. UNRISD brings Global South voices & bold ideas for inclusive, transformative change. https://ow.ly/Yq5o50X96pN #SocialSummit2025

🎥 Why is social protection a human right? Katja Hujo, Head of UNRISD Bonn Office, explains why access to social protection must go beyond policy—it’s a right enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 📢 Watch her #VoicesofExperts video for #SPorg10YearsCampaign

🕊️ How can civil society shape peace at the #WSSD2025? 📍Join us at #GenevaPeaceWeek for Time to Speak! Civil Society Voices for Peace 🗓️ 16 Oct | 🕚 11:00 CET | Graduate Institute Geneva 🔗 Register: https://ow.ly/XgoI50X8ZEJ#WSSD2025?#GenevaPeaceWeek#GPW25

🗓️ Last month at IHEID, we asked: Who really gets cared for in peace work—and who’s left out? Thanks to Briony Jones, Abigail Robinson & Elizabeth Mesok for a powerful conversation on care, trauma & justice in the peace sector.

With deep sadness, we remember Catarina de Albuquerque, a pioneering human rights advocate who advanced water and sanitation as fundamental rights. Her legacy shapes global policy and lives worldwide. May her memory guide us in the pursuit of justice, dignity, and equality for all

“I consider UNRISD to be an important thought leader in the UN system"–Edmund FitzGerald For 62 years, UNRISD has connected global voices to spark bold ideas for social change. We’re proud to work with visionaries shaping a fairer, sustainable future What #IdeasThatShape your world? #UNRISD62

🤝 UNRISD Director Magdalena Sepúlveda met with 🇨🇱 Minister Javiera Toro Cáceres to discuss Chile’s care system, social protection progress & collaboration ahead of #WSSD2. Powerful dialogue for turning research into action.

“UNRISD tackles critical, often neglected issues, paving the way for others to follow”-Prof. Frances Stewart For 62 years, its research has challenged norms and shaped social development. Its role is more vital than ever. What are the #IdeasThatShape your world?#UNRISD62

"Multilateralism is alive and essential for a fairer world" In her latest Op-Ed, UNRISD Director Magdalena Sepúlveda reflects on #FfD4, where nations stood up to corporate power and backed the Seville Commitment—a bold roadmap for financing development alternativaseconomicas.coop/articulo/ana...

At #UNGA, UNRISD Director Magdalena Sepúlveda joined global leaders at "Empowering HER Transforms the World", hosted by 🇸🇪 Government of Sweden & UN Women. Gender equality isn’t just a goal—it’s a catalyst for justice, peace, and sustainability. 🌍💪

🌍 A turning point for Social Justice! At #UNGA, UNRISD Director Magdalena Sepúlveda joined global leaders for the launch of ilo's State of Social Justice in the World report. The path from NY to Doha is clear: Decent Work, equality, justice. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

#BacklashUnfiltered : New Podcast Episode 🎙️ Dr. Giancarlo Summa on the crisis multilateralism and what comes next. Listen now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNGN...

🌍 UNRISD co-hosted the European Regional Dialogue for #IFWY in Geneva 🇨🇭 with MBC & Green Chorus Eunpyeong, in collaboration with Debate Korea. 50 youth catalysts, 2 days of bold ideas. Grateful to 🇪🇺 EU Mission for co-hosting an inspiring evening of dialogue & connection.

“UNRISD is one of the most innovative and reliable sources of knowledge on social development.” — Prof. Bayat For 62 years, we've connected research with real-world change. Investing in UNRISD means investing in lasting impact. 💬 What are the #IdeasThatShape your world? #UNRISD62

"We need to be enraged and coordinated, not exhausted and bewildered." New research shows US groups spent $280M+ fueling global anti-gender movements—disguising coordinated attacks as grassroots concern. Dr. Hayley McEwen breaks it down 🧵https://youtu.be/Mj7eZii_X90?si=fL5sLdefp-5kOvSX

“UNRISD showed me how the UN can bridge academic research and real-world issues through collaboration.” — Yeşim Arat For 62 years, UNRISD has been where researchers, policymakers & communities create knowledge that drives change. What are the #IdeasThatShape your world? #UNRISD62

Last Thursday, as part of the IFWY European Dialogue in Geneva, UNRISD co-hosted an evening of youth-led dialogue on climate, tech & peace with the 🇪🇺 EU Mission to the UN. Magdalena Sepúlveda: “We’re proud to engage with the ideas of youth and amplify them globally.” Thanks, EU Mission!

30 years after the Beijing World Conference on Women, why are women’s rights still under attack? UNRISD’s Backlash Unfiltered podcast explores how anti-gender movements push back and how activists are fighting back. 🎧 www.unrisd.org/en/library/p...