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Take a look back to when American poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou recited her poem The Human Family during the gathering for the United Nations Development Fund for Women's Achievement Awards in 1996. The World Poetry Day is March 21st.

Climate activist Vanessa Nakate, on behalf of a group of young leaders, presents the Secretary-General with "The Sage" award for his leadership on the climate crisis, acknowledging his courage, clarity of message, and unwavering work on environmental and social justice.

Describes the importance of the Universal Declaration of Human rights and the role each human being has to play as a torch bearer of change.

The 2023 Award ceremony is Co-Organized by Diwali Foundation USA and Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations, and the Permanent Missions of Chile, Eritrea, Georgia, India, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Morocco, Oman and Sri Lanka to the United Nations.

Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

For over two decades, the Police Division in the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions of the Department of Peace Operations has developed several initiatives to increase the participation of women across the full spectrum of United Nations policing functions as part of its efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and mandate delivery. The United Nations Woman Police Officer of the Year Award is one such initiative.

Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Media and entertainment companies play a critical role in raising awareness and influencing public opinion. As the international community scales up efforts to drive progress on the SDGs, the media represents a great resource for mobilization. This session will explore how the media sector is driving social impact for the Goals. The MIPTV SDG Award recognizes media companies for their actions and contributions to realizing the Global Goals.

Briefing by Paulina Kubiak, Spokesperson for the President of the 77th Session of the General Assembly.

Briefing by Paulina Kubiak, Spokesperson for the President of the 77th Session of the General Assembly.

Briefing by Paulina Kubiak, Spokesperson for the President of the 77th Session of the General Assembly.

Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.