2026 Civil Society Declaration
The formal statement created by the global civil society coalition outlining core priorities for the 64th Commission for Social Development.
Read Full StatementWe coordinate civil society organizations at the United Nations to shape policy, eliminate poverty, promote decent work, and elevate social integration globally.
“One billion people in low-income countries are still extremely hungry. Two million children die from malnutrition yearly. But high-income countries are warning of obesity. We are overeating while others starve.”
NGO Coalition for Social Development Advocacy Statement
Advancing the principles of the Copenhagen Declaration to build inclusive and equitable societies.
Invest in human capital and ensure the dignity and well-being of individuals and families through transformative social policies and programs.
Reform existing global financial structures and reaffirm existing commitments to address international economic inequalities based on solidarity.
Ensure the protection of all human rights, including the right to participate in civil and political life without discrimination and equal protection under the law to eradicate poverty.
Ensure equal representation and empower civil society to actively participate in global governance and social policy-making.
The NGO Common Space is the Coalition's open, collaborative platform where member organizations and partner NGOs converge to share knowledge, coordinate joint positions, and foster solidarity across geographies, issue areas, and organizational mandates. It functions as both a physical gathering during UN sessions and a year-round virtual community, enabling civil society actors to co-design advocacy strategies and collectively amplify their influence.
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The formal statement created by the global civil society coalition outlining core priorities for the 64th Commission for Social Development.
Read Full StatementFormal recommendations submitted in consultative status to ECOSOC regarding inclusive digital transformation and poverty elimination.
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