Science Summit at the 80th United Nations General Assembly
On the 10th of September 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm New York time, CLAN, @MATES4Kids and Lehigh University were proud to co-host a side-event at the Science Summit at the 80th UN General Assembly (UNGA 80).
Titled "Harnessing Science, Technology and Innovation to Address the Global Challenge of Preventable Mortality Associated with Childhood NCDs", this event brought together remarkable speakers from all six of the WHO Regions of the world (AFR, AMR, EMR, EUR, WPR and SEAR), all sharing inspirational stories of excellence, innovation, commitment, success and resilience in their efforts to drive sustainable change for children around the world.
A video recording of the event is available here and a link to the report is available below.
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The Science Summit at UNGA is an annual global event that unites thought leaders, scientists, policymakers, and innovators to address the most pressing scientific and technological challenges of our time. It is an incredibly important opportunity for civil society to come together and discuss how science can contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key focus areas for Science Summit at UNGA80 included:
- Climate action
- One Health
- Biodiversity
- Food systems
- Artificial intelligence
- Science philanthropy
- Quality education
- Affordable and clean energy
- Indigenous knowledge
Science Summit at UNGA80 was particularly significant as it coincided with the UN Summit of the Future, focusing on envisioning and planning or the post-SDG era. As the target date for the SDGs approaches, the Science Summit plays a crucial role in evaluating progress, identifying gaps, and exploring innovative solutions to ensure sustained advancement beyond 2030.
In 2025 Science Summit at UNGA focused on the pivotal role of science in addressing societal challenges within planetary boundaries to enhance global well-being. This theme underscored the necessity of scientific innovation in maintaining Earth’s stability and resilience. The theme highlighted the importance of conducting science responsibly, respecting Earth’s natural limits, and prioritizing science for society and the people.