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| 11 January 2019 |
Statistical Committee |
The Statistical Committee significantly contributed to the standardization of concepts, definitions and methodologies adopted by various statistical organizations of the ESCWA region. This is clearly noticeable in the collection of timely, regionally comparable and quality statistics in economic and social areas. |
| 14 January 2015 |
Innovation for Development |
Acknowledging the need to develop the knowledge-based economy and information society in the Arab region, ESCWA is keen to support member countries in enhancing the eco-system of the knowledge-based economy and information society and promoting innovation and the use of modern technologies. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Palestine and Israeli Occupation |
Each year, ESCWA prepares a note by the United Nations Secretary-General on the impact of Israeli occupation on the living conditions of the Palestinian people in occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, and of the Arab population in the occupied Syrian Golan. |
| 25 November 2014 |
Climate change |
The Arab region contributes less than 5 per cent to global greenhouse gas emissions but is one of the most vulnerable to the potential ravages of climate change. In recent years, the region has suffered from rising average temperatures, leading to hotter summers and more frequent heat waves. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Social Protection and Employment |
Decent work is essential for a life in dignity, and formal employment is a key for obtaining access to pension funds, health insurance, unemployment support, transfers related to maternity and disability, and other forms of social protection. |
| 24 March 2015 |
Employment |
Decent work is a cornerstone to a life in dignity. Not only is it a source of income, it is also a source of pride and driver of economic, social as well as individual professional development. Decent work is essential for making progress on the sustainable development agenda, especially for further poverty reduction and social inclusion. |
| 15 January 2015 |
Civic Engagement and Participatory Development |
Civil society organizations are taking on a growing role in Arab societies. They mobilized citizens during the Arab uprisings and have been prominent in debate on reform. By acting as intermediaries between the State and citizens, they have proven to be powerful advocates of the rights of the most vulnerable groups |
| 11 January 2019 |
Committee on Social Development |
The Committee was established to enhance regional cooperation through the effective participation of relevant parties in member countries in planning and implementing the programme of work of ESCWA in the field of social development |
| 14 January 2015 |
Gender Based Violence |
Gender-based violence (GBV), violence directed against a person on the basis of gender, is a global phenomenon and a grave violation of human rights. Its most common form is violence against women. |
| 25 November 2014 |
Water |
Securing water for sustainable development is crucial. Nearly all member countries suffer from freshwater scarcity, with 18 out of 22 Arab States below the water poverty line of 1,000 m3/person/year. Salinity affects surface and groundwater resources, particularly in agricultural areas and above coastal aquifer systems where most of the Arab region’s population is concentrated. |