To review global progress on the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, the 2026 High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development will take place from July 7 to 15, 2026, in New York.
Held under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council, the forum will bring together governments, UN entities, civil society, experts, youth, and other stakeholders to discuss transformative, equitable, innovative, and coordinated actions for accelerating sustainable development and building a sustainable future for all.
What You Will Gain:
- Learn about global progress, challenges, and priorities related to the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals
- Explore in-depth discussions on SDG 6 on clean water and sanitation, SDG 7 on affordable and clean energy, SDG 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure, SDG 11 on sustainable cities and communities, and SDG 17 on partnerships
- Gain insights from Voluntary National Reviews presented by countries on their SDG implementation efforts
- Understand how policy, partnerships, innovation, and coordinated action can accelerate sustainable development
Who Can Join:
Government representatives, policymakers, and UN stakeholders working on sustainable development
Civil society organizations, youth groups, researchers, academics, and development practitioners
Professionals working on water, energy, infrastructure, innovation, cities, partnerships, climate resilience, and inclusive development
Anyone interested in following global discussions on the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs
Why Join:
This forum offers an important opportunity to engage with one of the leading global platforms for reviewing progress on sustainable development. By bringing together diverse actors and focusing on key SDGs under review, HLPF 2026 will help shape discussions on how countries and partners can strengthen implementation, address gaps, and accelerate action toward a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable future.
Date: July 7–15, 2026
Location: New York, United States
