World Development Information Day

This event will explore how targeted initiatives like social protection and skills training can help build a more inclusive workforce and advance the 2030 Agenda. In a world facing climate change, conflict, and rapid technological shifts, inclusive and sustainable employment strategies are more urgent than ever. SDG 8 promotes decent work for all, yet many groups still face barriers to entering and thriving in the labor market. Watch the inclusive and Sustainable Jobs: How to Ensure Everyone Can Participate in the Labour Market (HLPF 2025 Side Event)! Side Events

    This side-event aims to address barriers faced by women and youth in all their diversity in accessing and equally benefitting from labour markets and entrepreneurial avenues. It will also highlight the role of inclusive trade, showcasing initiatives aiming to foster regional trade to contribute to sustainable development. Discussions at the event will explore policies, institutional and multi-stakeholder strategies to advance SDGs 5 and 8, ensuring productive employment, decent work and equal pay for work of equal value. Expected outcomes include stronger advocacy, knowledge sharing, policy recommendations, and innovative partnerships to boost women's economic empowerment within the 2030 Agenda. High-level opening (5 min per speaker)Mr. Petteri Orpo, Prime Minister of Finland Ms. Mayra Jiménez, Minister of Women, Dominican Republic Key note speech Ms. Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations Moderated panel discussion an...