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UNDP

Achim Steiner

Administrator, United Nations Development Programme

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In a fast-changing world, the relevance of the UN in serving our partner countries depends on our ability to use every element of the quintet of change to ensure we are agile and responsive.

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Achim Steiner

Administrator, United Nations Development Programme

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In a fast-changing world, the relevance of the UN in serving our partner countries depends on our ability to use every element of the quintet of change to ensure we are agile and responsive.

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UNFPA

Dr. Natalia Kanem 

Executive Director of UNFPA

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Data powers progress across the SDGs by helping us see who is being left behind, where they are, why they are vulnerable and how to respond.

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Dr. Natalia Kanem 

Executive Director of UNFPA

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Data powers progress across the SDGs by helping us see who is being left behind, where they are, why they are vulnerable and how to respond.

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UN ECLAC

José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs

Executive Secretary of ECLAC

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In this era, new sources of value creation are emerging based on knowledge, big data, and intelligent systems, and with them new ways to enhance productivity, social well-being, and sustainability.

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José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs

Executive Secretary of ECLAC

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In this era, new sources of value creation are emerging based on knowledge, big data, and intelligent systems, and with them new ways to enhance productivity, social well-being, and sustainability.

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UN ESCWA

Rola Dashti

Executive Secretary of ESCWA

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UN 2.0 is a bold evolution, embracing innovation and foresight, turning risks into opportunities, and championing Member States’ aspiration.

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Rola Dashti

Executive Secretary of ESCWA

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UN 2.0 is a bold evolution, embracing innovation and foresight, turning risks into opportunities, and championing Member States’ aspiration.

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UN ECE

Olga Algayerova

Executive Secretary of UN ECE

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Artificial intelligence will transform many aspects of our lives. International regulations will be key to ensure it is used for the benefit of all.

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Olga Algayerova

Executive Secretary of UN ECE

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Artificial intelligence will transform many aspects of our lives. International regulations will be key to ensure it is used for the benefit of all.

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UN DESA

Li Junhua

Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs

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Through three functional pillars—intergovernmental support, analysis and capacity development—UN DESA will continue to help Member States build a sustainable future by providing the vital data, policy guidance and other resources they need to shape global discourse, make informed decisions, and support intergovernmental processes so that they can better respond to the multi-dimensional, systemic risks facing today’s increasingly interconnected world.

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Li Junhua

Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs

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Through three functional pillars—intergovernmental support, analysis and capacity development—UN DESA will continue to help Member States build a sustainable future by providing the vital data, policy guidance and other resources they need to shape global discourse, make informed decisions, and support intergovernmental processes so that they can better respond to the multi-dimensional, systemic risks facing today’s increasingly interconnected world.

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UN OSAPG

Alice Wairimu Nderitu

USG and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide

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By consistently innovating and leveraging new technologies, we can strengthen existing early warning systems for Genocide and other atrocity crimes, including through stronger detection and response to online and offline hate speech. Digital technologies provide new tools to support documentation of and promote accountability for Genocide and other atrocity crimes.

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Alice Wairimu Nderitu

USG and Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide

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By consistently innovating and leveraging new technologies, we can strengthen existing early warning systems for Genocide and other atrocity crimes, including through stronger detection and response to online and offline hate speech. Digital technologies provide new tools to support documentation of and promote accountability for Genocide and other atrocity crimes.

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WFP

Federico Naccarato Sartori

Head of Innovation, United Nations WFP Kenya Office

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Innovation is the key to amplifying our impact on the lives of those we serve. By embracing innovative methodologies such as Human-Centered Design and Design Thinking, we harness the power of empathy and creativity to reshape the future of humanitarian and development efforts. UN 2.0 symbolizes our commitment to pioneering approaches that will transform the world for the better.

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Federico Naccarato Sartori

Head of Innovation, United Nations WFP Kenya Office

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Innovation is the key to amplifying our impact on the lives of those we serve. By embracing innovative methodologies such as Human-Centered Design and Design Thinking, we harness the power of empathy and creativity to reshape the future of humanitarian and development efforts. UN 2.0 symbolizes our commitment to pioneering approaches that will transform the world for the better.

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UN Youth

M.D.D Hirannya

UN Youth

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One of the most inspiring aspects of the UN 2.0 concept is the potential for greater collaboration and participation from diverse stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, and local communities. UN 2.0 envisions a more inclusive and bottom-up approach to decision-making, where a wider range of voices and perspectives can be heard and integrated into global policy discussions. This could lead to more innovative and effective solutions to complex global challenges, as well as greater ownership and buy-in from stakeholders at the local level. Additionally, UN 2.0 proposes the use of emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and machine learning to enhance the UN’s capacity for data analysis, monitoring, and evaluation, leading to more evidence-based decision-making and better outcomes for people around the world.

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M.D.D Hirannya

UN Youth

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One of the most inspiring aspects of the UN 2.0 concept is the potential for greater collaboration and participation from diverse stakeholders, including civil society, the private sector, and local communities. UN 2.0 envisions a more inclusive and bottom-up approach to decision-making, where a wider range of voices and perspectives can be heard and integrated into global policy discussions. This could lead to more innovative and effective solutions to complex global challenges, as well as greater ownership and buy-in from stakeholders at the local level. Additionally, UN 2.0 proposes the use of emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and machine learning to enhance the UN’s capacity for data analysis, monitoring, and evaluation, leading to more evidence-based decision-making and better outcomes for people around the world.

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UN Youth

Merrill Keating

UN Youth

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UN 2.0 is an iterative opportunity to anticipate, envision, proactively adapt, and more effectively involve youth and youth leaders. As a symbol of hope and solidarity, UN 2.0 can facilitate the efforts of a global community as we build a better future for ourselves and future generations.

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Merrill Keating

UN Youth

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UN 2.0 is an iterative opportunity to anticipate, envision, proactively adapt, and more effectively involve youth and youth leaders. As a symbol of hope and solidarity, UN 2.0 can facilitate the efforts of a global community as we build a better future for ourselves and future generations.

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