Its aim is to advance the global social development agenda that was set at the 1995 World Summit for Social Development (Social Summit) in Copenhagen, Denmark.Īfter reviewing the progress and the obstacles encountered in implementing the outcome of the Social Summit, countries are expected to suggest and agree upon new initiatives that will enhance efforts to create jobs, reduce poverty and address a wide array of other social concerns. GENEVA PRESS KIT – RELEASE 1 – DPI/2096 Social Summit+5: Advancing the Social Development AgendaĪmidst the heightened concern over such social issues as poverty, employment and worker rights in the age of globalization, the United Nations General Assembly will hold a special session from 26 to 30 June 2000, at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. Dan Shepard, Development and Human Rights Section, Department of Public Information, Room S-1040, United Nations, New York, NY, 10017, U.S.A. For further information, please contact: Mr. The materials below are published by the United Nations Department of Public Information. All releases appear in the same format on the Media Section of the official website. The nine releases are presented here together in one easily printable format. Below you will find the contents of the entire official press kit for the special session of the General Assembly taking place in Geneva from 26 to 30 June.
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