This section offers an overview of some of these issues, and links to other resources, where you can get additional information.

This report serves as a valuable tool for analyzing and researching global social development issues. It offers valuable insights into current trends and upcoming challenges.

While this year’s report demonstrates the dire impacts of the current crises on the 17 Goals, it clearly demonstrates that realizing the SDGs is the remedy needed to address our global challenges.

Oct 17, 2024 · The report calls for global cooperation to promote a human rights-based approach to social protection, ensuring continuity during times of crisis.

Sep 24, 2024 · “Our world is in a whirlwind. We are in an era of epic transformation – facing challenges unlike any we have ever seen – challenges that demand global solutions,” the UN chief said.

Apr 24, 2025 · Over half of the global population has little or no trust in their government. Alarmingly, trust levels have been declining from one cohort to the next, indicating a systemic breakdown of …

This year’s World Day of Social Justice united leaders around the world to pave the way for closing the inequality gap and building alliances in support of the Global Coalition for Social Justice.

Jun 28, 2024 · At the same time, despite global unemployment reaching a historic low of five per cent in 2023, many obstacles to achieving decent work across all societies persist.

This role is grounded in the UN Charter, which seeks to “achieve international co-operation in solving international problems of an economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian character.”

Sep 9, 2024 · Global decision-making cannot be reformed without respect for all human rights and for cultural diversity, ensuring the full participation and leadership of women and girls. We are …