What is it?

S4G, the un-mediated, not moderated social platform

Have you ever thought you have something to “express” with a social dimension but never had the opportunity to do it?

Then S4G is what you are looking for:

  • Open, unrestricted and easy to use
  • Three mediums to choose from: TEXT, VIDEO, PHOTO
  • A way to express your ideas, reflections and expertise, on social issues and broader development and society at large
  • You do not need to be an expert but just passionate about what you share

Latest Sharings

UN Human Rights (OHCHR) calls on ASEAN to adopt a strong, ambitious Declaration in line with its international obligations and commitments

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In this submission, OHCHR sets out fundamental human rights obligations and principles that should guide and inform the development of the Draft ASEAN declaration on environmental rights.

Joint Analysis of FORUM-ASIA and KontraS on the Situation of Human Rights Defenders in Asia

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This joint analysis, documenting cases of violations against human rights defenders (HRDs) in Asia, with a focus on Indonesia, is a collaboration started in 2020 between the Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA) and the Commission for Disappeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS).

Supporting Human Rights Defenders in the Asia Pacific

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The APF Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) Working Group met to discuss progress on the development of a monitoring tool to support HRDs in the region.

UN Body adopts historic human rights protections for carbon market mechanism

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UN Climate Change News, 03 May 2024 – The UN Body responsible for establishing a new global carbon market took a historic step reinforcing the protection of environmental and social human rights.

Investing in nature through the Kunming Biodiversity Fund

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This new fund, which China and UNEP will co-chair, is crucial because a plan is only as good as its implementation, and implementation can only happen with sufficient resources.

UNESCAP: Integrated Public Transport Systems

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Integrated Public Transport Systems: A Compendium of Good Practices from Asia and the Pacific, presents a selection of good practices of integrated public transport from the region.

At the center of green transition

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Xiaerbati Daositeke hails from China. She completed her UN Volunteer assignment as Programme Communication Assistant with the UN Women China Office in March 2024. The passion for gender equality and women’s empowerment especially those from underserved communities stirred Xiaerbati to serve with Women-led Rural Community Renewable Energy Transition and Governance Project.

ASPEN IDEAS: Conversations that matter from people who inspire. Meet our 2024 speakers.

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The Aspen Ideas Festival brings brilliant minds from around the globe to discuss the ideas that will shape tomorrow and help us understand today. From sunup to sundown, we'll explore critical issues and uncover ideas that spark wonder. June 23 – 29 Aspen, CO View

AI watermarking: A watershed for multimedia authenticity

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By Alessandra Sala, Senior Director of AI and Data Science, Shutterstock

UNDP to boost blue economy in SIDS and coastal LDCs

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New York, May 28 - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) launched its fourth cohort of 13 ocean innovators at a virtual side event during the 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States. These innovators offer fresh thinking and novel approaches to a healthier, more resilient ocean, and will benefit vulnerable Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and coastal Least Dev

Strengthening the S in ESG (SHIFT)

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A SERIES OF GUARDRAILS AND GUIDELINES FOR DESIGNING BETTER SOCIAL INDICATORS AND METRICS. Shift is the leading center of expertise on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Our global team of experts works across all continents and sectors to challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and help redefine corporate practice, in order to build a world where business gets done with respec

ILO expects global unemployment to drop slightly in 2024, but slow progress to reduce inequalities is “worrying”

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Unequal access to employment opportunities remains a problem worldwide, even as new projections from the ILO show an improvement in global joblessness this year.

WE MEAN BUSINESS COALITION RESPONSE TO G7 ENERGY MINISTERS’ COMMUNIQUE

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In response to the release of the conclusions (pdf) to the G7 Climate, Energy, and Environment Ministers’ meeting, business climate action non-profit We Mean Business Coalition welcomes the “clear assertion” that the phase out of fossil fuels and scaling up of clean energy will be included in G7 Nationally Determined Contributions.

The AI for Good Global Summit (30-31 MAY 2024)

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The AI for Good Global Summit is the leading action-oriented United Nations platform promoting AI to advance health, climate, gender, inclusive prosperity, sustainable infrastructure, and other global development priorities. AI for Good is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the UN specialized agency for information and communication technology.

AI Opportunity Fund: Asia-Pacific

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AVPN, with support from Google.org and ADB, is thrilled to introduce the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia Pacific, an AI skilling initiative designed to equip workers with essential AI skills for long-term success.

CARE INTERNATIONAL: Building caring economies as a pathway to economic and gender justice

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This joint report by CARE International and the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women demonstrates how and why governments and decision-makers should invest in building caring economies to achieve gender and economic justice globally.

START PLANNING World Habitat Day

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On 7 October 2024, the Global Observance of World Habitat Day, will be under the theme “Engaging youth to create a better urban future.” The world is rapidly urbanizing, and many urban residents these days are young people, especially in some countries in Africa and Asia. It will focus on how we can engage the new generation in planning their urban present and future through participatory processe

New economic support service for Small Island Developing States: a "clarion call" for action on debt and financial resilience

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A new plan aimed at alleviating crippling levels of debt and building economic resilience among Small Island Developing States (SIDS) will today be launched by the leaders of Antigua and Barbuda and the Maldives.

WORLD CITIES SUMMIT IS COMING

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Discussions at WCS 2024 will centre around the theme “Liveable and Sustainable Cities: Rejuvenate, Reinvent, Reimagine”. How do we achieve smart, resilient and regenerative cities now and for future generations? Go to the Programmes section for a first look at our Conference Concept Note, and our Plenary sessions.

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