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?
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.
Research and expert insights
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