june 2024 – towards a declaration on future generations – stakeholder briefing
Lead author: Eliane El Haber
On May 31, 2024, Permanent Representatives Brian Christopher Manley Wallace of Jamaica and Yoka Brandt of the Netherlands released the DFG revised draft (REV1) along with an explanatory note that outlined the co-facilitator technique utilized to transition from the initial draft to the revised version.
After the release of REV1, a virtual stakeholder briefing was held on June 12, 2024. The briefing focused on key points raised by stakeholders during the event, emphasizing the importance of engaging with individuals, especially youth, affected by drug policies. There was a call for prioritizing the rights of future generations in policy-making, combating discrimination and promoting tolerance, exploring harm reduction strategies, and empowering youth-led organizations. Additionally, the need to safeguard vulnerable populations, promote gender equality, address marginalized communities’ needs, and support global peace efforts, particularly in Afghanistan, was highlighted.
Stakeholders stressed the significance of foresight, collaboration, and youth involvement in decision-making processes to ensure a sustainable future. Recommendations were made to address inequalities, safeguard human rights, enhance youth participation in policy formulation, and reassess global peace efforts. The integration of a precautionary principle into policies, investment in young individuals, and sustainable development were underscored as crucial steps towards creating a more equal, inclusive, and just society for future generations.
related resources
Our Common Agenda Policy Brief on Future Generations.
Issues Paper on the Intergovernmental Process for the Declaration on Future Generations
Letter from the President of the General Assembly – Declaration on Future Generations Roadmap
A Declaration on Future Generation
Co-Facilitators letter on the 31st of May 2024
REV1 Declaration on Future Generations
Explanatory Note on the REV1 of the Declaration on Future Generations