SDGs Roundtable Discussion 2026

The Journalists and Writers Foundation, in partnership with its 56 NGOs from 30 countries, is organizing the SDGs Roundtable Discussion 2026 to discuss critical issues to promote and protect sustainable peace and development. This side-event aims to create a platform for multiple stakeholders, including experts, practitioners, including civil society and youth leaders to raise awareness on social problems and exchange ideas on possible solutions to social, economic, and environmental issues.

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Opening Session: Welcome Remarks and Keynote

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
ROUND 1: From Common Ground to the Common Good: Faith Communities Working Together

Key areas for discussion include:
Empowering Marginalized Voices and Faith Communities
Amplifying Women’s Voices in Interfaith Leadership
Fostering the Next Generation of Interfaith Leaders
The Impact of AI and Technology on Interfaith Dialogue

12:30 AM – 2:00 PM
ROUND 2: Global Voices on AI, Democracy and Human Rights Based Digitalization

Key areas for discussion include:
AI for Social Good
Youth Participation in Governance and Decision-Making
Innovative Approaches to Combat Misinformation and Enhance Media Literacy
Youth Initiatives to Reduce Polarization, Hatred, and Hostility
Youth and Digital Tools for Peacebuilding