Civil Society Current Affairs

World Environment Day (5 June)

The planet is sending us signals - in rising seas, raging wildfires, heatwaves, and melting glaciers. That's why this year's World Environment Day (5 June) focuses on climate change—on the signals the Earth is sending, and the signals we choose to send back.

See what’s happening around the world global map: Organize or attend an event near you.  

Join the online campaign: Explore the toolkit and take part in the #NowForClimate challenge.

Latest updates: Check out stories on climate solutions, activities, more. 

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UNEA-7 adopted a Ministerial Declaration, 11 resolutions, and 8 decisions.  

Major Groups and Stakeholders are encouraged to follow the implementation of resolutions, engage in capacity building and outreach activities, and attend the meetings of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) to share their expertise and perspectives. Please go to the CPR meeting portal for upcoming dates. 


Preparations for UNEA-7 are underway.  

Major Groups and Stakeholders can review the latest outcomes of the Regional Consultative Meetings (RCMs), apply to host a Green Room event by 30 October 2025, and register for the 21st Global Major Groups and Stakeholders Forum (GMGSF) and UNEA-7 


The 21st Global Major Groups and Stakeholders Forum (GMGSF) will take place on the 6 and 7 December 2025.

 

The Forum provides an avenue for Major Groups and Stakeholders to craft their stances, statements, and contributions for the UNEA-7 process, encompassing formal meetings and negotiations conducted within the Assembly. 

As the Forum is also open to organizations that are not accredited by UNEP, it offers an opportunity for both accredited and non-accredited stakeholders to exchange perspectives among themselves and with representatives from the UNEP Secretariat and interested Member States. The primary objective is to foster dialogue and collaboration in addressing significant environmental issues within the framework of the UNEA-7 agenda.

Find more information on the UNEA-7 website.


Capacity building sessions

As part of ongoing efforts to facilitate meaningful civil society engagement in UNEP-led meetings and events, the Civil Society Unit regularly organizes capacity-building sessions. These sessions are designed to equip civil society actors with the knowledge and tools needed to engage effectively in environmental governance. Access below the recordings of the sessions organized by UNEP’s Civil Society Unit, offering practical guidance on UNEA, entry points for engagement, and strategies to support impactful participation by Major Groups and Stakeholders across regions.

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Asia Pacific

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Latin America and the Caribbean:

North America

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Last updated: 28 May 2026, 15:44