Future generations

New research on innovative policy solutions for long-term governance

MINUSMA Supports Youth Theatre for Peace and Reconciliation in Gao

While protecting future generations is a multilateral principle of sustainable development, the practical mechanisms for implementing long-term governance remain underexplored. This theme showcases innovative policies, institutional designs and evidence-based approaches to equip decision-makers with actionable solutions to build resilience to future shocks and transform institutions toward a just, resilient and sustainable world for generations to come.

Highlights

Blog Post

How a “guardian” for future generations can transform global policymaking

What will the UN's Special Envoy for Future Generations need to do and what qualities must they have to drive future-oriented policymaking?

25 Jan 2025

Blog Post

Coming soon: a UN Envoy for Future Generations

It was announced at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference this week that the Secretary-General will appoint a UN Envoy for Future Generations.

09 Oct 2024

Related projects

Project

2025 PBF Thematic Review on Youth, Peace and Security

Examining how the Peacebuilding Fund has contributed to realizing the "YPS" agenda over the past five years.

09 Feb 2024

Project

A Breakthrough for People and Planet

Building Momentum for the Summit of the Future and Beyond.

24 Jul 2023

Project

High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism

Practical recommendations for strengthening global governance and securing a more peaceful and sustainable future

24 Jul 2023