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Session proposals submission for UNGA79 10-27 September 2024
Deadline: 15 May 2024
Submission types
The Science Summit at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) offers a dynamic and inclusive platform. It is available both in person and virtually in New York. This hybrid Science Summit fosters diverse and inclusive participation and idea-sharing.
Submissions from organisations and individuals worldwide are welcome. Accepted sessions will be included in the Science Summit programme.
There are three types of submissions:
1. Session submissions
Individuals and organisations are invited to submit a two-hour session as part of the agenda. The convenor, who submits the session, is responsible for crafting the abstract and selecting and inviting speakers.
2. Speaker submissions
Individuals can are also invited to propose themselves as a speaker.
3. Youth Parliament submissions
The 79th UN General Assembly (UNGA79) is proud to announce the Science Summit Youth Parliament, a unique opportunity for young individuals aged 13-22 from around the globe to engage in critical discussions about AI regulation (mainly but not exclusively) and its broader impact on scientific collaboration and societal dynamics.
Discussions will also include the contributions of science to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They provide crucial insights into how we can effectively address global challenges by leveraging scientific advancements.
This Youth Parliament serves as a platform to amplify the voices of young people regarding the pivotal role of science in offering evidence-based solutions and innovations for sustainable development across diverse sectors. It encompasses discussions on AI and data regulation, emphasizing critical aspects such as ethics, privacy, accountability, and the societal implications of emerging technologies.
Summit Focus
The Science Summit aims to highlight the role of science and innovation in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Consider focusing on specific SDGs or overarching themes, including partnership facilitation, data protection regulations, frugal innovation, and the role of women in science and science policymaking, science for development, and Artificial Intelligence.
The Science Summit will be aligned with the UN Summit of the Future in 2024 on 22-23 September 2024. We particularly encourage showcasing leadership from emerging economies.
Diverse topics encouraged
We invite proposals covering all fields of physical, natural, and social sciences, as well as related areas such as science financing, data protection regulations, frugal innovation, and the role of women in science and science policymaking. We particularly encourage showcasing leadership from emerging economies.
Proposers are required to strive for gender balance and geographic diversity.
You may find it helpful to look at the agenda for the Science Summit at UNGA78, which took place in New York and online from 12-29 September 2023. In addition, there are several information sources which may be of interest:
- UN Technology Facilitation Mechanism (TFM)
- UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals
- The AU-EU Innovation Agenda
- African Union Commission (AUC) Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa 2020-2030
- EU Comprehensive Strategy with Africa
- The EU’s Neighbour, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI)
- The European Health Data Space
- EU’s Biodiversity Strategy for 2030
- EU Missions in Horizon Europe
- European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI)
- A European Green Deal
Guidance and Notes on Submitting
Accepted contributions will be limited to one presentation and poster abstract per author. Similarly, we aim to avoid multiple presentations on a single initiative/project.
Submissions advertising commercial products and services will not be considered.
Submitted session should demonstrate the role of science and innovation in advancing the achievement of one or more UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Abstract length should be a minimum of 250 words and should not exceed 2000 words
Only submissions in English will be considered, which aligns with the conference’s official language.
All submitted sessions will be peer-reviewed by at least two reviewers based on the abovementioned criteria.
Key Dates
11 Nov 2023: Call For Session Proposals published
26 February 2024, Online Information Day, 14h CET – past event
15 May 2024, 11:OO PM EST: Proposals deadline
31 May 2024: Notifications of acceptance
14 June 2024: The Science Summit Programme published. Registration Open
If you have any questions or suggestions, or if you want to discuss your proposal ideas, please contact:
Email: info@sciencesummitunga.com
Session Proposal Submission Form
Please use this form to submit a session at the Science Summit at UNGA79 in September 2024.
In case you need to update your submission later, please submit another form and introduce the same session title adding V02, so we are aware that it is an update of an existing submission.