Celebrate diverse contributions of persons with autism, UN chief says

adminApril 2, 2023September 11, 202403 mins

“Today and every day, let us fully recognize the active and diverse contributions of persons with autism to our societies,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said. “Let us work together with persons with autism to build an inclusive and accessible world for all.” ‘We must do better’ Despite important progress, he said, persons with autism continue…

LDC5 spotlights contributions of women and girls in tech, despite tough odds and nagging barriers

adminMarch 8, 2023September 10, 2024013 mins

At noon on Wednesday, LDC5 held a moment of celebration near Maman, the iconic bronze and stainless-steel sculpture by the artist Louise Bourgeois that towers over the main atrium at the Qatar National Convention Centre in Qatar, where the Conference has been under way since last Sunday. A celebration of motherhood, the giant statue, Ms….