Microplastics are in our bodies. Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics is a groundbreaking documentary that investigates the impacts of plastics on human health. Learn more about the documentary and how to take action here: plasticpeopledoc.com/film/

Happy International #YouthDay! With a record high global youth population, their role in decision-making is ever more important. Children & Youth Major Group to UNEP is one of the positive examples of youth engagement in environmental governance bringing collective youth voices to #oewg3 and #inc4.

We joined the U.S. NGO Stakeholder Briefing this morning to hear updates on the U.S. position on the Global Plastics Treaty. We continue to call for an ambitious instrument that addresses the plastic crisis at all stages of the life cycle. #INC5 #PlasticsTreaty #UNEP

To Save Us From Hell's newest podcast episode talks all things Summit of the Future. Reform and renewal in the UN, aspirational goals versus achievable changes, and youth and future generations. Check out the full episode: globaldispatches.org/p/everything-y… Shaping #OurCommonFuture

Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) face unique challenges due to their lack of coastlines. #LLDC3 in December '24 will focus on building partnerships to develop sustainable solutions. Learn more here: un.org/en/landlocked #ProgressThruPartnerships

Excited to share that Maria Ivanova will be a panelist speaker at "Toward a New Global Security Paradigm" at the Science Summit during #UNGA79 Join us as we explore innovative solutions for global security through science and diplomacy. iiasa.ac.at/events/sep-202…

“Now is the time for us all to deliver,” Inger Andersen told the Committee of Permanent Representatives to UNEP, pointing to a critical period of environmental diplomacy with events like the United Nations Summit of the Future, #COP16, #COP29, and #INC5 for a #PlasticsTreaty:

Join our side event at #SOTF Action Days to discuss how to accelerate the implementation of global env. commitments! Co-hosted with Present and Future Institute with speakers from CDP, Children & Youth Major Group to UNEP, and UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa. Register & learn more: environmentalgovernance.org/upcomingengage… #OurCommonFuture #Multilateralism

Tonight Maria Ivanova moderated a conversation on SDG16 - Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions co-hosted by UNAGB and NU School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs Joined by panelists from Rwanda, Bulgaria, and Colombia, the event opened up dynamic dialogue on lessons learned from past global conflicts.

How can we transition the Pact for the Future into actionable steps for environmental governance commitments? Join us at our side event to discuss this & more! Register with the link to hear perspectives from CDP, Present and Future Institute, Children & Youth Major Group to UNEP, & @UNOSAA! forms.gle/hrEh13Vw3BQeiL…

The GEG Project team fully engaged in the Youth Forum on the Future of the Environment organized by Children & Youth Major Group to UNEP. The forum identified the gaps in the transition to #greenjobs, explored the potential of the #sciencepolicy interface, and called for intergenerational collaboration.

At #SOTF Maria Ivanova joins the Stockholm Environment Institute, UN Environment Programme, International Science Council, Future of Climate Cooperation, and Future Generations Commissioner of Wales, to talk systems change for sustainability. #OurCommonFuture

Join Olga Skaredina as she represents Children & Youth Major Group to UNEP in the virtual intergenerational panel speaking about the critical role of youth in decision-making and upcoming #INC5 plastics negotiations. #SOTF

#SOTF Action Days conclude with a call to focus on our commonalities rather than our differences. “I am because you are” should define our actions, says HE Mia Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados.

The Pact for the Future has been adopted! The 21st challenges demand the 21st century solutions, and the Pact is the opportunity for groundbreaking reforms to advance #SustainableDevelopment and rebuild trust in multilateralism. #OurCommonFuture #SummitoftheFuture

The GEG Project acts as an honest broker bridging science, policy, and practice. Engaged scholarship is crucial in advancing solutions that address real-world policy challenges. #OurCommonFuture #SummitoftheFuture

At the Action Days of #SummitoftheFuture, the GEG Project and Present and Future Institute hosted at the Permanent Mission of Rwanda to the United Nations, a diverse panel and dynamic discussion on implementing global environmental commitments! #OurCommonFuture

With the adoption of the United Nations's Pact for the Future, we look optimistically towards a multilateral system focused on human rights, equity, & sustainable development. It's time to bring together all stakeholders, including academia. Check out the summary: un.org/sites/un2.un.o…

"The Future of the UN after the Summit of the Future" featured Maria Ivanova, Denise Garcia, and Patricia Rinaldi. Attendees, hosted by NU School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs, left inspired by discussions on collective action for the rights of human and nature. #UN #SOTF

‘The power of art can move us from aspiration to action.’ Maria Ivanova highlights the role of culture & policy at the unveiling of a new climate mural in NYC, a call to protect urban ecosystems & drive #ClimateAction. #StreetArtForMankind Full article: prnewswire.com/news-releases/…