A dynamic global forum that brings together a powerful cross-section of society — from grassroots advocates to international thought leaders — to co-create the civil society roadmap for the Second World Summit on Social Development. The outcomes of this Pre-Summit will directly influence the UN negotiation process, as outlined in UN Resolution 78/261 and UNGA Decisions 7–10 of 78/318.
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NGO Pre-Summit Conference – Ottawa 2025
Event Date:
August 25, 2025
Event Time:
9:00 am EDT
Event Location:
Rogers Center, 55 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9J2, Canada
Event Description
”NGO/Civil Society Pre-Summit Conference” for the ”Second World Summit on Social Development”
📅 August 25–29, 2025 |📍Rogers Centre, Ottawa, Canada | Powered by: www.plugservices.ca
🌍 Join the Global Call for Social Justice – Be part of shaping the future.
From August 25 to 29, 2025, over 700 global changemakers will gather at this NGO Pre-Summit Conference in Ottawa to prepare the Second World Summit on Social Development, which will be held in next year in Qatar.
Hosted by the NGO Coalition for Social Development and powered by www.plugservices.ca, this pivotal 5-day event will shape civil society’s unified voice and strategic input ahead of the official UN summit in Qatar.
Add-on activities include:
- Golf & Gala (Day in White Event) – Ottawa on August 30th, 2025. Don’t miss it
Let’s raise our collective voice — and build a more just world. Together!
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Frequently asked questions
What Is the NGO Pre-Summit?
Why It Matters?
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Shape global policy: Ensure your priorities and experiences inform global development strategies.
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Unite diverse voices: Collaborate across regions, sectors, and communities to build consensus on urgent social challenges.
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Advance civil society’s role: Strengthen our collective influence in one of the world’s most important development discussions.
Who Should Attend?
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Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
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Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
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Youth and Student Movements
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Indigenous Peoples and Leaders
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Academics and Research Institutions
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Private Sector Innovators
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Policymakers and Government Representatives
If you're working toward social justice, equity, and sustainable development — this is where you need to be.
Location
Rogers Centre, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
55 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa ON K1N 9J2
Wanna Be Part of History?
Help shape the civil society declaration ahead of the Second World Summit on Social Development in Qatar. This is more than a meeting — it’s a milestone in the global movement for inclusive development.
