A Commemoration of UN@80: A Living Legacy

This milestone will be a joyous celebration of the UN's enduring legacy, offering an opportunity to reflect on today's global challenges and share a vision for the future. The evening will feature music, a documentary film, and inspiring reflections, capturing the vibrancy, diversity, and shared aspirations of the international community.

The event will bring together Member States, UN staff, academia, civil society, non-governmental organizations, and key philanthropic partners to honour the Organization's achievements and collectively chart its path forward.

The event will feature A Living Legacy, a short film by award-winning director Mr. Sing J. Lee and producer and creative director Ms. Sylvia Zakhary, bringing to life the story of the United Nations — its people, its milestones, and its impact on the world over the past eight decades - building our future together.

The commemoration will also include a live performance of the renowned singer Ms. Tiwa Savage and the UN Staff Recreation Council's Chamber Music Society. Directed by Brenda Vongova, the ensemble's global music program will include "Anthem for the United Nations" by Pablo Casals, "Baba Yetu" by two-time Grammy winner Christopher Tin, and "Madiba" by multi-Grammy winner Wouter Kellerman.

Closing remarks

• Ms. Sima Bahous, UN Women Executive Director: Beijing+30, progress on gender equality
• Ms. Catherine Pollard, Under-Secretary-General for Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance: Message to staff and UN personnel
• Ms. Amina Mohammed, UN Deputy Secretary-General: Closing remarks, tying together past, present, future, message of optimism