Council of Presidents of The United Nations General Assembly (UNCPGA)
Supporting the Office of the President of the UN General Assembly
The Council of Presidents of the United Nations General Assembly (UNCPGA) was founded in 1992 and serves as a global UN leadership forum composed of all former Presidents of the UN General Assembly. Its mission is to advance the goals of the United Nations Organization and to support the Office of the President of the General Assembly.
Agenda
Annual Meeting
The UNCPGA holds an annual meeting to provide a platform for former presidents to exchange ideas and experiences and discuss issues of mutual interest. The upcoming annual meeting is scheduled for October 2024 in Seoul.
Forum on Global Challenges
The UNCPGA organizes forums on various global challenges to provide a space for experts and former presidents to share their insights and contribute to the work of the UN. The last forum was held in September 2023.
Working Group Meetings
The UNCPGA holds working group meetings to discuss specific issues and challenges related to the work of the UN. The most recent working group meeting focused on human rights and was held in November 2023.
High-Level Symposium
The UNCPGA also hosts high-level symposiums on topics of significant importance to the international community. The most recent symposium focused on climate change and was held in October 2023.
Diplomatic Reception
The UNCPGA also hosts diplomatic receptions to foster dialogue and promote cooperation among its members and with other UN officials. The next diplomatic reception will be held in October 2024.
Charter
The Charter of the Council of Presidents of the United Nations General Assembly (UNCPGA) sets out the guiding principles and values of the organization. The Charter outlines UNCPGA's mission, objectives, and structure and provides a framework for the organization's activities.
The Charter recognizes the importance of the United Nations in promoting international cooperation, peace, and security and highlights the critical role that former presidents of the UN General Assembly can play in advancing these goals.
The Charter affirms the commitment of UNCPGA to work collaboratively to address the world's most pressing challenges and to promote understanding, cooperation, and mutual respect among its members and with the broader international community.
The Charter also establishes the organizational structure of UNCPGA, which includes a chairperson and a vice chairperson, as well as a secretariat responsible for supporting the organization's activities. The Charter outlines the responsibilities of these key roles and sets out the rules and procedures for the conduct of the organization's affairs.