A new economics of social inclusion: transformations that work for all
Today, we live in a world of extraordinary innovation, technological progress, and wealth. Yet millions of people remain excluded from decent work, quality education, healthcare, digital connectivity, and meaningful participation in society. Meanwhile, the wealthiest one per cent of the global population owns nearly half of the world’s wealth.
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Water action: Can we afford to go with the flow?
As the 2026 UN Water Conference approaches, one question looms: will the world deliver on water and sanitation for all? Ahead of the Conference in Abu Dhabi, we spoke with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Water Retno L. P. Marsudi about fresh momentum for water as a foundation of sustainable development, one that improves everyone’s lives.
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Where climate action meets the SDGs: 6 things to know about the SDG Pavilion at COP31
What do clean energy, water security and climate action have in common? Clean energy and water security are part of sustainable development. As world leaders gather in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31), UN DESA’s SDG Pavilion will spotlight how tackling climate change and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can go hand in hand. Here are six things you need to know.
