United Nations DESA Division for Inclusive Social Development - DISD

⚽ One game. Billions united.

Ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the United Nations recently marked World Football Day (25 May) with a special event featuring speeches, video messages and a vibrant mini-tournament.

On , we celebrate football’s unique ability to bridge divides, foster solidarity and remind us that teamwork can help build a more peaceful and sustainable world.

Learn more: https://social.desa.un.org/issues/sport-for-development-and-peace/world-football-day-25-may

Housing is a human right, and the global housing crisis demands urgent action.

At , 57,000+ participants from 175+ countries united to shape solutions for more sustainable, inclusive cities and communities.

More info: https://wuf.unhabitat.org/news/wuf13-concludes-powerful-call-action-global-housing-crisis

✨ The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities ( ) turns 20, a moment to celebrate progress, consolidate achievements, and shape the next phase of implementation in a changing world.

Join the United Nations for the 19th Conference of States Parties ( ) to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) from 🗓️ 9 to 11 June 2026, as States Parties come together to advance the rights, inclusion and full participation of persons with disabilities.

Learn more🌐 https://social.desa.un.org/cosp/19th-session