Youth perspectives from the global North: The relevance of SCR 2250 in Sweden
While Sweden is considered one of the world’s most peaceful states, the country is not immune to challenges of xenophobia, racism, polarisation, discrimination, criminal activity and economic inequality. Despite these and other barriers to inclusion, youth in Sweden are actively involved in promoting peace and security.
Climate change, migration and displacement: Distinguishing fact from fiction
This event examined the facts behind the effect of climate change on the movement of people and insecurity.
Six reasons why it is important for the UN and the financial sector to partner on SDG financing
Here Francine Pickup and David Soukhasing explain why the UN must team up with the financial sector and outline what UN policies need to change.
Guterres proclaims Hammarskjöld as his ‘fundamental inspiration’
On Sunday, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres delivered the 2018 Dag Hammarskjöld Lecture, expressing gratitude for Sweden and Hammarskjöld’s steadfast commitment to multilateralism.
Oh, the things you can find if you don’t stay behind!
The Foundation recently hosted a workshop on how the UN can drive innovative financing towards the SDGs and retain its relevance in the field.
Northern Ireland 20 Years after the Peace Deal
In this blog Alec Forss argues that continued civil society engagement is critical for sustaining peace in Northern Ireland.
Backåkra: A testament to Hammarskjöld’s love of nature and work for peace
In this Q&A with Peder Hammarskiöld, we discover the history and artefacts behind Hammarskjöld’s Backåkra which just reopened to the public.
Dag Hammarskjöld Lecture 2018: António Guterres
The Dag Hammarskjöld Foundation is proud to present this year’s lecturer H.E. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations.
Transforming data to build better lives
Together with Data Act Lab, the Foundation is developing a cutting-edge data platform that enables countries to provide insight and transparency around Agenda 2030 implementation.
Girls banging the drum for peace
A conversation between two feminists about being young and advocating for youth engagement in peacebuilding.