Live Schedule

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03⁰⁰_am

Human Rights Council

22nd Meeting - 60th Session of Human Rights Council

60th regular session of the Human Rights Council (08 September – 08 October 2025)

04⁰⁰_am

Agencies, Funds & Programmes

Operationalizing living wages: Collaborative pathways forward

Governments, employers, workers, and private actors share practices aligning with ILO principles. Emphasis is placed on aligning business practices with ILO wage-setting principles through private actors, global supply chains, and multi-stakeholder initiatives. The role of development partners in supporting cooperation, policy coherence, and institutional capacity is also highlighted.

04³⁰_am

Press Conferences

Geneva Press Briefing: OHCHR, WHO, UNICEF

UN Geneva press briefing chaired by Michele Zaccheo, Chief of the Radio, TV and Webcast Section at the UN Information Service

06⁰⁰_am

Human Rights Council

23rd Meeting - 60th Session of Human Rights Council

60th regular session of the Human Rights Council (08 September – 08 October 2025)

07³⁰_am

Media Stakeouts

Arrival of Heads of State and of Government to the General Assembly Hall

Arrival of Heads of State and of Government to the General Assembly Hall.

08⁰⁰_am

Meetings & Events

Democracy and Resilient Development in Latin America and the Caribbean: The Role of the Private Sector

High-level dialogue with political and business leaders on resilience, democracy, and sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean.

08⁰⁰_am

Press Conferences

HRC – Press conference: Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua

Launch of the latest report by the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua

08⁰⁰_am

Side Events

Empowering Nations for Inclusive Prosperity in the Era of AI

In light of the successful adoption of the Pact for the Future and its annex, the Global Digital Compact, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Kenya, supported by the United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies, will co-host a high-level side event on the margins of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

09⁰⁰_am

General Assembly

(Day 1) General Debate - General Assembly: 4th and 5th plenary meeting, 80th session

The debate of the 80th session will open on Tuesday, 23 September, continue through Saturday, 27 September, and conclude on Monday, 29 September 2025. World leaders will discuss global issues.

09⁰⁰_am

Human Rights Treaty Bodies

543rd Meeting, 29th Session, Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED)

Consideration of Benin

09⁰⁰_am

Human Rights Council

24th Meeting - 60th Session of Human Rights Council

60th regular session of the Human Rights Council (08 September – 08 October 2025)

10⁰⁰_am

Side Events

Learning to Stay Strong: Education as Ukraine's Backbone of Resilience

The side event will combine powerful story-telling with expert insights to illustrate how Ukraine's education system continues to function and innovate under conditions of full-scale war.

11⁰⁰_am

Goals Lounge

Solidarity in a Shifting World | Goals Lounge

As the United Nations turns 80, this moment invites reflection on multilateralism's future. [Recorded earlier.]

11⁰⁰_am

Side Events

Protecting Press Freedom: The Risks of Reporting in Gaza and Beyond - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

Journalism is essential to human rights and democracy, yet it can be a dangerous—and too often deadly—profession. Since 2023, there has been an unprecedented surge in the killing of journalists and media workers, with over 240 Palestinian journalists losing their lives in Gaza alone. With restrictions to international media access in Gaza, Palestinian journalists have become the eyes and ears of the world, documenting critical truths at great personal risk.

11⁰⁰_am

Meetings & Events

The Humanitarian, Development and Peace Nexus: Milestones in Strengthening Multilateral Partnerships for Sustainable Impact and the SDGs

. The event will bring together a diverse mix of stakeholders—including DAC and non-DAC donors, beneficiary governments, civil society actors, and international partners—to foster inclusive dialogue, promote knowledge exchange, and explore actionable pathways for more coherent and context-responsive HDP Nexus implementation.

11³⁰_am

Side Events

Restoring Childhood and Humanity: Advancing Peace in Ukraine Through the Return of Ukrainian Children

As co-chairs of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney are convening leaders from interested states to exchange and explore concrete steps to returning Ukrainian children and restoring their rights, safety, and dignity.

11³⁰_am

Side Events

From Bogotá to Valletta: Charting the Path Forward for Effective Counter-Terrorism Strategies

The side event reviews progress and challenges in national and regional counter-terrorism strategies. It highlights the update of the Bogota Principles through the Valletta Principles, which provide guidance for effective, human rights-compliant counter-terrorism efforts.

12⁰⁰_pm

Side Events

Stronger Africa, Stronger World: Advancing Health Amid Global Funding Challenges - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

Africa has made major progress in public health, with expanded immunization, reduced maternal and child mortality, stronger health systems, and effective epidemic responses. This success reflects domestic leadership, community action, and international support. The African Union has advanced continental strategies, fostered cross-border cooperation, and mobilized political will. Yet, gains are threatened by shrinking aid due to financial constraints and shifting donor priorities.

12³⁰_pm

Side Events

Bearing Witness: A Journalist's Perspective in Conflict Zones - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

This engaging session explores the vital role of credible journalism in conflict zones, offering firsthand narratives and insights from journalists and photojournalists who have reported from the front lines. Through personal anecdotes and vivid imagery, participants will highlight their experiences on the ground, share the challenges faced, and stress the critical importance of authenticity in an age of rising disinformation.

01⁰⁰_pm

Security Council

The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question - Security Council, 10003rd meeting

01¹⁵_pm

Side Events

Rebuilding Trust, Renewing Solidarity: State of Social Justice in the World

The event provides a pivotal opportunity to elevate the findings of the State of Social Justice in the World Report and translate its insights into forward-looking dialogue and action.

01¹⁵_pm

Side Events

Full Speed Ahead: a Global Partnership to Eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls

This side event will call for increased investment in Spotlight Initiative, showcasing its vision and impact.

01¹⁵_pm

Meetings & Events

Third Annual UNDP–CAF Conference on Governance for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean: Critical Natural Resources for Sustainable Development

High-level dialogue on the margins of the UN General Assembly to discuss governance models for managing critical natural resources in Latin America and the Caribbean.

01¹⁵_pm

Meetings & Events

We the Peoples at UNGA80: LGBTI youth and the future

The UN LGBTI Core Group will hold a high-level event during the 80th session of the General Assembly to highlight the unique challenges of LGBTI youth and share best practices of how states advance their human rights.

01¹⁵_pm

Meetings & Events

High-Level Side Event: A New Vision for Global Leadership: Selecting the Next UN Secretary-General

The International Peace Institute and the Governments of Estonia, Romania and Denmark, in partnership with 1 for 8 Billion, UNA-UK, and CIVICUS will convene a public policy forum on the selection process of the next United Nations Secretary General.

01³⁰_pm

Side Events

A Legacy Under Threat: The Resurgence of Landmines - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

In 1997, international efforts that led to the creation of the Mine Ban Treaty were recognized with a Nobel Peace Prize. Over the years, more countries stopped the production and use of landmines and joined the treaty - which is considered the largest civil society led movement to protect civilians. Ongoing wars, however, are reversing the momentum of the historic success, tragically reviving the use of landmines and once again putting countless civilians at risk.

02⁰⁰_pm

Side Events

Unprecedented hunger: Twin famines in Gaza and Sudan - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

For the first time famine has been confirmed in two different parts of the world at the same time - the first ever famine in the Middle East, in Gaza, and in Sudan, where famine has persisted for over a year amid the largest hunger and displacement crisis on the planet. In this session panelists will discuss how experts determine when a famine is taking place, and what urgent actions are now needed from world leaders to save lives in Gaza and Sudan.

03⁰⁰_pm

Meetings & Events

Scaling Up Finance and Partnerships for responding to Loss and Damage

This gathering organized by the Permanent Mission of the Philippines will bring together world leaders in a concerted effort to galvanize political action for support and tangible contributions to the Fund. It will further seek to forge sustainable partnerships capable of delivering predictable, timely, and needs-based financing to those already bearing the most severe impacts of climate change.

03⁰⁰_pm

Side Events

Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action

Join global leaders, policymakers, scientists and health experts for Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action – the inaugural High-Level Side Event on indoor air quality, to take place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

03⁰⁰_pm

Side Events

R2P at 20 : Reaffirming our collective commitment to prevent atrocity crimes

Organized by the Permanent Mission of Luxembourg to the UN

03⁰⁰_pm

Economic and Social Council

(Opening) Ministerial-Level Meeting of the ECOSOC Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti

"Opening remarks" and "Perspectives from the UN in Haiti" segments at the beginning of the Ministerial-Level Meeting of the Economic and Social Council's Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti

03⁰⁰_pm

Meetings & Events

Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) Solutions Dialogue: Innovative Finance for Standing Forests and Thriving Communities

A high-level session in the context of a series of high-level Solutions Dialogues convened through the UN High-level week, with a view to providing recommendations to consolidate, accelerate and deliver climate action solutions at pace and scale ahead of COP 30.

03⁰⁰_pm

Meetings & Events

Reforming for Impact: Delivering better outcomes for people through a Fit-for-Purpose Humanitarian Aid System

This event provides a unique platform to bring together a diverse range of stakeholders to reflect on opportunities and challenges and make the political and institutional commitments necessary to drive the Humanitarian Reset forward, while utilizing the UN80 initiative towards a more coherent, efficient, and accountable multilateral system.

03⁰⁰_pm

Side Events

Fashion's Role in a Global Circular Economy - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

The United Nations Fashion and Lifestyle Network is a global initiative hosted by the UN Office for Partnerships, the Fashion Impact Fund and the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, uniting more than 370 members in 139 countries to champion sustainability, transparency and inclusivity. This session spotlights how fashion leaders are reshaping the industry through circular models such as resale, responsible consumption and community engagement.

03³⁰_pm

Side Events

Unity in wellness: Advancing Peace through Global Health (Side Event at UNGA 80)

This proposed United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 2025 High-Level Side Event seeks to provide a critical platform for Member States, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector to collectively catalyse new commitments aimed at supporting the GHPI.

03³⁰_pm

Side Events

Celebrating Youth Environmental Leadership: Unveiling the 2025 UN Young Champions of the Earth - SDG Media Zone, 80th Session of the UN General Assembly

The Young Champions of the Earth is UNEP's flagship youth initiative, honoring bold innovators aged 18–30 who are confronting the planet's most urgent environmental challenges. At this special award ceremony, three global winners — chosen through a rigorous international process — will receive trophies and a $20,000 cash prize.

03⁴⁵_pm

Media Stakeouts

Andrii Sybiha (Ukraine) & Kaja Kallas (Estonia) on Ukraine - Joint Security Council Media Stakeout

Comments to the media by Andrii Sybiha, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, and Kaja Kallas, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, along with other countries on the situation in Ukraine.

04⁰⁰_pm

Security Council

Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine - Security Council, 10004th meeting

Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine.

04³⁰_pm

Goals Lounge

Vital Signs for a Healthy Planet | Goals Lounge

Get a preview of the full health of the planet with the 2025 Planetary Health Check, and clarity on what these results mean for our planet and our future.

06¹⁵_pm

Side Events

Revolutionizing Care for Noncommunicable Diseases: Expanding Access through Primary Health Care

As world leaders convene for UNGA80 and the 4th High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health, this side event will highlight how the Primary Health Care (PHC) approach can transform care for people living with NCDs—reducing economic burdens while improving health and well-being. This side event will bring together ministers of health, global leaders, and strategic partners to share successful initiatives and strategies for improving care and management of NCDs based on PHC.

06¹⁵_pm

Meetings & Events

Launch of the United Nations Global Seaweed Initiative (UNGSI)

This event will serve as the official launch of the Initiative, bridging the announcement at UNOC-3 and planned events at COP30 in Brazil, as an important step in fostering a global partnership around seaweed, strengthening policy coordination, coordinating scientific efforts, strengthening technical capacity, and advocating for the seaweed sector and financing its sustainable development.