It is still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity.


Theme: "It is still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity" Secretary-General's Message for 2026.

Nelson Mandela International Day is marked by the United Nations General Assembly with an informal plenary meeting.

The Chef de Cabinet to the United Nations Secretary-General, Earle Courtenay Rattray, will deliver remarks on behalf of the Secretary-General.
Location: 405 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017, USA

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