The 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) is currently taking place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, bringing together Member States, UN agencies, and civil society organizations to strengthen global action on poverty eradication, social inclusion, and sustainable social development. This year’s session continues to emphasize the central role of inclusive policies and partnerships in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

As part of CSocD64, the NGO Commission for Social Development is convening its Civil Society Forum, providing a vital platform for dialogue between civil society actors and global decision-makers. The Forum will feature a panel of distinguished speakers and will be moderated by Li Zou, (Member, International Consortium for Social Development; International Director at the Center for Social Development, Washington University), facilitating discussion on key social development priorities and the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030.

We encourage our members, partners, practitioners, and scholars to join this important session and engage in collective efforts to ensure that social development policies leave no one behind.

Civil Society Forum – Session Details
Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 10:00–10:30 AM (EST)
Live Stream: UN Web TV
Link: https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1b/k1b394qy2d

Civil society participation remains essential to advancing inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development outcomes worldwide. We look forward to your engagement in this timely global conversation.

Delegates from the International Consortium for Social Development (ICSD) will be participating in the 64th session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development, which will be held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from February 2 to February 10, 2026.

The Commission for Social Development is a key global forum focused on social policy and development issues. This year’s session will emphasize advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Doha Political Declaration, both of which guide international efforts to promote social inclusion, equity, and sustainable development.

Through their participation, ICSD delegates aim to contribute to global discussions, share knowledge, and engage with international partners working toward inclusive and sustainable social development worldwide.

You can find details of the event here

Updated flyer and event details (Jan 29, 2026)