Publishing Institution: Columbia University World Leaders Forum / Topic: Development

Author:: Jayathma Wickramanayake
Publication Date:: 09-2019
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address by Jayathma Wickramanayake, the UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
Topic:: Development, Gender Issues, United Nations, Multilateral Relatons, and Youth
Political Geography:: New York, United Nations, and Global Focus

Author:: Gro Harlem Brundtland
Publication Date:: 09-2019
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address on global health and preparedness by Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, followed by a moderated panel discussion and question and answer session with the audience. As we approach the five-year anniversary of the historic UN Security Council resolution on the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the goal of this panel discussion is to assess global preparedness as the World Health Organization and World Bank deliver their first set of recommendations on the margins of UNGA 2019.
Topic:: Development, Health, United Nations, World Health Organization, and Health Care Policy
Political Geography:: New York, United Nations, and West Africa

Author:: Salomé Zourabichvili
Publication Date:: 09-2019
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address, Georgia - land of attraction and opportunities: despite conflicts a regional player with Euro-Atlantic drive, by President Salome Zourabichvili of Georgia followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
Topic:: Conflict Prevention, Development, European Union, Displacement, and Conflict
Political Geography:: New York, Europe, and Georgia

Author:: Nikol Pashinyan
Publication Date:: 09-2019
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia on comprehensive government reforms, approach to regional security challenges, and Armenia's priorities at the United Nations related to peace and security, sustainable development, human rights and cooperation with the UN in promoting good governance, fight against corruption, eradicating poverty, and other areas. The Prime Minister's address will be followed by a moderated question and answer session with the audience.
Topic:: Security, Development, Human Rights, and United Nations
Political Geography:: New York, Armenia, and United Nations

Author:: Paul Kagame
Publication Date:: 09-2019
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address by President Paul Kagame of Rwanda, Perspectives on African Integration, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
Topic:: Security, Development, International Trade and Finance, and Economic growth
Political Geography:: Africa, New York, Rwanda, and East Africa

Author:: María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés
Publication Date:: 10-2018
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: Her Excellency Mrs. María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, President of the 73rd Session of the UN General Assembly, speaks at the Columbia University World Leaders Forum.
Topic:: Climate Change, Development, United Nations, and Multilateral Relatons
Political Geography:: New York and United Nations

Author:: Paula-Mae Weekes
Publication Date:: 10-2018
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum program features an address by President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Her Excellency Paula-Mae Weekes, titled “Glass Ceilings and Dirt Floors”, followed by a question and answer session with the audience
Topic:: Development, Education, Gender Issues, Women, and Inequality
Political Geography:: New York, Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, and United States of America

Author:: Kersti Kalijulaid
Publication Date:: 11-2018
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: President of Estonia Kersti Kaljulaid will address how Estonia has successfully made a wide-scale digital transformation of both its public and private sectors resulting in an advanced digital society. Estonian government created a nationwide digital platform which enables citizens to file taxes in minutes, run companies from distance and access medical records online. Additionally, Estonia is permitting non-residents from around the world to apply for Estonian e-Residency to become a part of its digital society. Estonia has been recognized as a model for other nations looking to modernize their government services and governance. The President of Estonia will address the challenges and opportunities her country faces in regards to digital transformation.
Topic:: Development, Science and Technology, Internet, and Economic growth
Political Geography:: New York, Europe, and Estonia

Author:: Ashis Nandy
Publication Date:: 11-2018
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: This World Leaders Forum features an address by Ashis Nandy, Indian Political Psychologist, Social Theorist and Critic; Honorary Fellow and Former Director, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies, Delhi; Distinguished Fellow, Institute of Postcolonial Studies, Melbourne, titled “Cities of the Mind: Lost Cities and Their Inhabitants”, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
Topic:: Development, History, Urbanization, and Ethnic Cleansing
Political Geography:: New York, South Asia, and India

Author:: Doris Leuthard
Publication Date:: 09-2017
Content Type:: Video
Institution:: Columbia University World Leaders Forum
Abstract:: Her Excellency Doris Leuthard, President of the Swiss Confederation, addresses the Columbia University World Leaders Forum in Low Library.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, Development, Globalization, Human Rights, International Law, and Peacekeeping
Political Geography:: Europe and Switzerland

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