Our Future Agenda

Our Common Agenda Decoded

Making Policy Make Sense

In 2021, António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, unveiled his vision for a better and more collaborative world by 2030 in a roadmap called Our Common Agenda.

Fast forward to 2024, and the United Nations will host the Summit of the Future. This remarkable event will bring together world leaders, global champions, and industry titans, all united in their commitment to building a better world for the next and future generations.

In preparation for this momentous event, the UN Secretary-General has released nine policy briefs that are set to reshape our world. These briefs are not just words on paper; they’re our roadmap to a better future, aligned with the five principles of the Sustainable Development Goals: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership.

However, there’s a problem – the language in these policy briefs can be complex and lengthy, making it challenging for anyone on a busy schedule, especially young people, to grasp the vital information.

That is precisely why we have condensed each brief into comprehensible and visually captivating summaries. Through the Our Future Agenda program, UN Foundation aims to empower everyone with the knowledge they need to design our collective future, starting with our youngest generation.

Each brief is a blueprint for change, outlining how to turn aspirations into actions. With an emphasis on collaboration, inclusivity, and sustainability, these briefs present an inspiring view of what our world could become by 2100:

Policy Brief 1: Future Generations

Imagine a world where our decisions today ensure a thriving planet for tomorrow’s inheritors. This brief focuses on safeguarding the well-being of our children and grandchildren, going beyond survival to create a future where they can truly thrive. By prioritizing the Sustainable Development Goals, future-proofing global institutions, and investing in young people and countries, we can empower future generations to lead fulfilling lives on a healthy planet.

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Policy Brief 2: Emergency Platform

It’s time to tackle crises head-on. This policy brief describes how to build humanity’s survival kit, equipping all generations with the necessary skills, accountability, and leadership spirit to confront any challenges that come our way. By fostering resilience, preparedness, and coordination at all levels, this platform aims to ensure a safer and more secure future, tackling everything from natural disasters to health crises.

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Policy Brief 3: Meaningful Youth Engagement

Calling all young thinkers and activists! This brief recognizes the crucial role of the next generation in shaping our shared future. By promoting meaningful youth engagement, amplifying their voices, valuing their ideas, and providing platforms for collaboration and decision-making, we can harness their energy to address global challenges and build a better world.

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Policy Brief 4: Beyond GDP

Let’s redefine economic progress by moving away from outdated metrics. This brief advocates for a shift beyond Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as the sole measure of prosperity on issues like debt relief. It calls for a world that values well-being, sustainability, and equality, recognizing that true progress encompasses economic, social, and environmental dimensions. By embracing holistic approaches and placing people’s well-being at the center, we can forge a future where everyone shares prosperity.

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Policy Brief 5: Global Digital Compact

In our digital age, this Compact ensures everyone can benefit from technology. It is committed to bridging the digital divide by making internet access and digital resources accessible to all, particularly in young countries across Africa. By promoting digital public goods and services, harnessing data responsibly, and creating a safe and secure digital space that is empowering and inclusive.

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Policy Brief 6: Information Integrity on Digital Platforms

In this information age, truth and transparency are paramount. This brief aims to uphold the integrity of information on digital platforms, ensuring reliable sources of evidence and enlightenment. It tackles misinformation and promotes transparency and digital literacy, envisioning a future where accurate and trustworthy information is accessible to all.

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Policy Brief 7: Reforms to the International Financial Architecture

Achieving an ambitious vision requires an equitable global financial landscape. This brief focuses on ensuring every person and every country has the resources to prosper, especially the Global South. By promoting development banking, lowering borrowing costs, strengthening the global financial safety net, and enhancing international tax regulation, these reforms aim to foster inclusive and sustainable development.

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Policy Brief 8: For All Humanity – The Future of Outer Space Governance

As we explore the cosmos, this brief emphasizes peace, sustainability, and inclusivity in space exploration. By embracing diversity, establishing universal frameworks, and advocating for gender equality in space governance, we can ensure the benefits and responsibilities of space exploration are accessible to all of humanity.

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Policy Brief 9: New Agenda for Peace

We’re navigating a world where peace and stability often feel elusive, particularly for young people in conflict-prone regions. This policy brief presents a comprehensive roadmap for creating a world where peace, stability, and security are accessible to everyone on land, at sea, in space, and in cyberspace. By implementing a series of concrete actions, we can strengthen international institutions, promote responsible arms control, and foster a culture of peace.

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