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** High-Level Political Forum
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How much has COVID-19 affected progress on the Sustainable Development Goals?

The High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), 7 July – 16 July, is debating just that and reflecting on how the international community can respond to the pandemic in a way that will put us back on track to achieve the SDGs and accelerate progress during the decade of action and delivery for sustainable development.

HLPF is the core UN platform for follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda. This year’s theme is ‘Accelerated action and transformative pathways: realizing the decade of action and delivery for sustainable development’. Witness some of the important decisions being taken to build back better and be a part of history.


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Local and Regional Governments Day
10 July, 6:30AM EST
Join local and regional governments from around the world to discuss accelerating transformation from the ground-up in a Post-COVID era.

Welcoming remarks:
* Jan Van Zanen, Mayor of The Hague, UCLG Co-President
* Bernat Solé, Regional Minister of Foreign Action, Institutional Relations and Transparency of Catalonia
* Marina Ponti, Director of the UN SDG Action Campaign

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Half the World: The Many Faces of Social Protection
14 July, 8:00am EST
Join a discussion on the future of social protection, and practical steps to turn the crisis into an opportunity for a concerted push towards a sustainable, inclusive and resilient future.

Speakers
* Achim Steiner, Administrator, United Nations Development Programme
* Cina Lawson, Minister of Postal Affairs and Digital Economy of Togo
* Yemi Alade, Nigerian singer and advocate for UNDP
* Reema Nanavaty, Director General of SEWA (Self Employed Women's Association), India

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Catalysing action at the frontlines to support communities to achieve transformative pathways in the decade of action, delivery and accountability
14 July, 1:00pm EST

Join a coalition of civil society organizations, the Republic of Korea and the UN SDG Action Campaign as we share examples of community groups stepping up to deliver the SDGs, the Global Day of Solidarity, the impact of COVID-19 on the SDGs and opportunities to build momentum for the Decade of Action.

Speakers
* Moderator: Beckie Malay, Co-chair, Global Call to Action Against Poverty
* Opening remarks: Ambassador Cho Hyun, Republic of Korea
* Mary Chizu, human rights defender and journalist, Northern Zambia
* Jane Anyango, gender and disability activitst, Kenya
* Abideen Olasupo, Co-founder ‘Know Covid-19’, Nigeria
* Karol Arambula, Founder, MY World Mexico
* Marina Ponti, Global Director, UN SDG Action Campaign
* Oli Henman, Global Coordinator, Action for Sustainable Development
* Alice Macdonald, Policy and Campaigns Director, Project Everyone

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Cities as bridges between SDGs and citizens in a post-COVID world
15 July, 8:00AM EST

Join a discussion on local action, which is key to turning economic and social behavior around to create opportunities for socio-economic recovery under a new light for the 2030 Agenda.

Speakers
* H.E. Ambassador Stefano Stefanile, Chargé d´affaires, Permanent Mission of Italy to the United Nations
* Stefano Bonaccini, President of the European Council of Municipalities and Regions (CEMR), President of AICCRE and President of the Emilia Romagna Region (Italy)
* Edward Miño, Executive Director of CONGOPE, Consortium of Autonomous governments of Ecuador
* Pier Paolo Baretta, Deputy Minister, Ministry for Economy and Finance, Republic of Italy
* Vasu Gounden, Founder and Executive Director, the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD)
* Marina Ponti, Global Director, UN SDG Action Campaign
* Carla Rey, Secretary General, Italian Association for the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (AICCRE)
* Emilia Saiz, Secretary General, UCLG

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Awareness Based Collective Action: Dialogue Series with Otto Scharmer
16 July, 9:00AM EST

Join the start of a dialogue series which launches a learning journey with the intention to build our literacy in transformation – so that we can collectively take steps towards a more sustainable future. Otto Scharmer and esteemed guests will explore methods and tools of deep systems change. Sessions will include intellectual input and framing from thought leaders, mindfulness moments, action learning, deep listening in small circles along with shared group reflection within a global community. discussion on local action, which is key to turning economic and social behavior around to create opportunities for socio-economic recovery under a new light for the 2030 Agenda.
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** POLL

What part are you personally willing to play in rebuilding a more just, equal and sustainable future? (Click your response)
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* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Make major lifestyle changes e.g. travel less by air and car, eating less animal meat and products, avoiding new plastic products</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Be an active member of any group that tries to influence social policy or government </a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Participate in demonstrations or social movements to demand change and action</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Stop supporting companies that invest in oil or fossil fuel production </a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Demand accountability from elected leaders at a local and national level </a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Raise awareness of sustainability and equality issues in your community</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Only consume products from companies that support sustainable production</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Donate to organizations championing social justice and sustainability issues</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Used social media like Facebook and Twitter to advocate for sustainability issues</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> Only consume products from companies that support sustainable production</a>
* <a href="[link removed]" target="_blank"> None of the above. </a>

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