Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) since 2020 to mid-2024 (part – 3)

31. Global Soil Week
    • Country: Germany
    • Venue: GIZ Representation
    • City: Berlin
    • Date: April 2022
    • Agenda: Promoting sustainable soil management, soil health, and ecosystem services.
    • Brief: Organized by the Global Soil Forum, Global Soil Week brings together stakeholders to address soil-related challenges and advocate for sustainable land management practices.
32. International Conference on Green Energy and Sustainability (ICGES)
    • Country: Singapore
    • Venue: Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre
    • City: Singapore
    • Date: February 2023
    • Agenda: Advancing green energy technologies, sustainable energy policies, and climate-friendly innovations.
    • Brief: Hosted by the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), ICGES provides a platform for researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to discuss advancements in sustainable energy solutions.
33. Global Youth Climate Summit
    • Country: Various (virtual and physical events)
    • Date: Annually since 2020
    • Agenda: Empowering youth leadership in climate action, promoting youth engagement in sustainability initiatives.
    • Brief: Organized by youth-led organizations and supported by UN agencies, the summit mobilizes young people globally to advocate for climate justice and sustainable development.
34. World Congress on Sustainable Mobility
    • Country: France
    • Venue: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
    • City: Paris
    • Date: October 2022
    • Agenda: Showcasing sustainable transport solutions, electric mobility advancements, and urban mobility innovations.
    • Brief: Organized by Movin’On and partners, the congress gathers mobility experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to accelerate the transition towards sustainable transport systems.
35. Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA)
    • Country: Germany
    • Venue: CityCube Berlin
    • City: Berlin
    • Date: January 2023
    • Agenda: Addressing global food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural development.
    • Brief: Hosted by the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture, GFFA brings together stakeholders to discuss policies and innovations for achieving food security while promoting sustainable practices.
36. International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly
    • Country: United Arab Emirates
    • Venue: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)
    • City: Abu Dhabi
    • Date: January 2022
    • Agenda: Advancing renewable energy deployment, enhancing energy access, and promoting sustainable development through renewable energy solutions.
    • Brief: Organized by IRENA, the assembly convenes member countries to set priorities and initiatives for accelerating the global energy transition towards renewable sources.
37. Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD)
    • Country: Various (rotating host countries)
    • Date: Annual since 2020
    • Agenda: Addressing migration challenges in the context of sustainable development, promoting migrant rights, and harnessing migration for development.
    • Brief: Coordinated by the GFMD Chair-in-Office and the UN Network on Migration, the forum facilitates dialogue among governments, international organizations, and civil society on migration policies and practices.
38. International Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (ICDRR)
    • Country: Japan
    • Venue: Sendai International Centre
    • City: Sendai
    • Date: March 2023
    • Agenda: Strengthening disaster resilience, integrating disaster risk reduction with sustainable development goals, and promoting community resilience.
    • Brief: Hosted by the Government of Japan and UNDRR, ICDRR focuses on sharing best practices and strategies for reducing disaster risks and building resilient communities.
39. Global Symposium on Soil Pollution
    • Country: United States
    • Venue: United Nations Headquarters
    • City: New York City
    • Date: May 2021
    • Agenda: Addressing soil pollution challenges, promoting soil remediation technologies, and advancing soil health management.
    • Brief: Organized by FAO and partners, the symposium aims to raise awareness on soil pollution impacts and strategies for sustainable soil management globally.
40. International Symposium on Sustainable Transport
    • Country: China
    • Venue: China National Convention Center
    • City: Beijing
    • Date: September 2022
    • Agenda: Advancing sustainable transport policies, promoting low-carbon transport solutions, and enhancing urban mobility.
    • Brief: Organized by the Ministry of Transport of China and partners, the symposium gathers transport experts and policymakers to discuss sustainable transport initiatives and innovations.

41. Global Water Summit
    • Country: Various (rotating host countries)
    • Date: Annual event
    • Agenda: Addressing water scarcity, water management challenges, and promoting sustainable water use practices.
    • Brief: Organized by Global Water Intelligence, the summit brings together water industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss innovations and strategies for sustainable water management.
42. Global Forum on Forests
    • Country: Various (rotating host countries)
    • Date: Biennial event
    • Agenda: Promoting forest conservation, sustainable forest management, and biodiversity preservation.
    • Brief: Organized by the UN Forum on Forests (UNFF), the forum convenes governments, NGOs, and stakeholders to review progress on forest-related goals and enhance international cooperation.
43. International Conference on Sustainable Cities and Communities (ICSCC)
    • Country: Japan
    • Venue: Tokyo International Forum
    • City: Tokyo
    • Date: October 2023
    • Agenda: Advancing sustainable urban development, promoting inclusive cities, and enhancing urban resilience.
    • Brief: Hosted by the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES), ICSCC gathers urban planners, policymakers, and researchers to exchange knowledge and best practices for sustainable cities.
44. Arctic Circle Assembly
    • Country: Iceland
    • Venue: Harpa Conference Center
    • City: Reykjavik
    • Date: October 2022
    • Agenda: Addressing Arctic sustainability, climate change impacts in the Arctic region, and sustainable development in Arctic communities.
    • Brief: Organized by the Arctic Circle Secretariat, the assembly brings together stakeholders from Arctic states, indigenous communities, and international organizations to discuss Arctic issues and cooperation.
45. Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum)
    • Country: Italy
    • Venue: FAO Headquarters
    • City: Rome
    • Date: November 2021
    • Agenda: Addressing food security challenges, promoting sustainable agriculture, and enhancing nutrition outcomes.
    • Brief: Organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), FSN Forum facilitates dialogue among stakeholders to promote food security and sustainable agriculture practices globally.
46. Global Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (GSTIC)
    • Country: Belgium
    • Venue: Brussels Expo
    • City: Brussels
    • Date: November 2022
    • Agenda: Showcasing technological innovations, scientific research contributions, and innovations for achieving SDGs.
    • Brief: Organized by VITO (Flemish Institute for Technological Research) and partners, GSTIC brings together scientists, technologists, and policymakers to promote sustainable development through science and technology.
47. Asia-Pacific Forestry Week
    • Country: Various (rotating host countries)
    • Date: Biennial event
    • Agenda: Promoting sustainable forest management, biodiversity conservation, and forest-based solutions for climate change mitigation.
    • Brief: Organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and partners, the week-long event engages stakeholders across the forestry sector in Asia-Pacific to discuss key challenges and opportunities.
48. Global Symposium on Soil Organic Carbon (GSOC)
    • Country: Italy
    • Venue: FAO Headquarters
    • City: Rome
    • Date: March 2023
    • Agenda: Promoting soil organic carbon management, enhancing soil health, and integrating soil carbon into climate change strategies.
    • Brief: Organized by FAO and partners, GSOC addresses the role of soil organic carbon in sustainable agriculture, climate change adaptation, and food security.
49. International Conference on Climate Change and Sustainability in Agriculture (ICCCSA)
    • Country: Thailand
    • Venue: Chulalongkorn University
    • City: Bangkok
    • Date: July 2022
    • Agenda: Discussing climate-smart agriculture practices, resilience-building in agricultural systems, and sustainable food production.
    • Brief: Hosted by Chulalongkorn University and partners, ICCCSA brings together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore innovations and strategies for sustainable agriculture in the face of climate change.
50. Global Summit of Women
    • Country: Various (rotating host countries)
    • Date: Annual event
    • Agenda: Promoting women’s economic empowerment, gender equality, and leadership in sustainable development.
    • Brief: Organized by the Global Summit of Women (GSW), the summit gathers women leaders from business, government, and civil society to discuss challenges and opportunities for advancing women’s roles in achieving sustainable development goals.

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