Nelson Mandela International Day

Resolution A/RES/64/13 recognizes Mandela's values and his dedication to the service of humanity in: conflict resolution; race relations; promotion and protection of human rights; reconciliation; gender equality and the rights of children and other vulnerable groups; the fight against poverty; the promotion of social justice. Programme: Opening remarks by H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly Statement by H.E. Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations Keynote by H.E. Ms. Naledi Pandor, former Minister of International Relations and Cooperation in South Africa Awarding of the 2025 UN Mandela Prize to Ms. Brenda Reynolds and her remarks Awarding of the 2025 UN Mandela Prize to Mr. Kennedy Odede and his remarks Remarks from Member States Related Sites and Documents:  More information about the Mandela Prize . Watch the Nelson Mandela Day 2025 commemoration!

 The President of the General Assembly will hold this high-level debate to mark the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (the Nelson Mandela Rules) Interactive Panel Discussion: "Prison and penal reform: The need for change" Continuation of the High-level segment The President of the General Assembly will hold a high-level debate on the theme "A second chance: addressing the global prison challenge" to mark the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (the Nelson Mandela Rules) in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, pursuant to General Assembly resolution 78/229. The high-level debate will be an opportunity to  reiterate the importance of prison and penal reform, its impact on human rights and sustainable development, and its contribution to building safer communities and supporting the achievement...

   Ministerial-level Side-Event of the General Assembly High-level Debate on 'A second chance: Addressing the global prison challenge. The event will showcase the impact of prison reform initiatives pursued by UNODC, including through the lens of national counterparts. The event will also draw attention to persisting and emerging prison challenges an d contribute to enhanced awareness, preparedness and forward-looking action. Related Sites and Documents:  Concept Note . From Theory to Practice: Translating UN Standards on Prison and Offender Management into Action! Live