The Future of the UN: After the Summit of the Future

September 26, 2024

The Center for International Affairs and World Cultures hosted a compelling seated discussion on the United Nations Summit of the Future featuring Professor Denise Garcia, Professor Maria Ivanova, and esteemed guest Professor Patrícia Nogueira Rinaldi.

This engaging discussion explored:

• The Rights of Nature: This vibrant and evolving area of International Law, including its implications and integration into global frameworks.
• The UN 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): How the rights of nature intersect with these critical global initiatives.
• Reforming the United Nations System: Insights into potential reforms following the recent Summit of the Future in New York, aimed at enhancing global governance and sustainability.

Professor Denise Garcia, a renowned academic and moderator, led a dynamic conversation with Professor Rinaldi and Professor Ivanova. The discussion offered deep insights into cutting-edge issues at the intersection of environmental rights and international law. 

Panelists:

Maria Ivanova, Director of the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs; Professor of Public Policy

Patrícia Nogueira Rinaldi, Associate Professor of International Relations, Faculdades de Campinas (FACAMP, Brazil) 

Moderator:

Denise Garcia, Professor, Political Science and International Affairs