UNMute: Launching and Validating Global Recommendations for Inclusive and Participatory Governance

The United Nations Foundation, together with the Permanent Missions of Denmark and Costa Rica, and several civil society partners, co-hosted an Action Day side event titled “UNMute: Launching and Validating Global Recommendations for Inclusive and Participatory Governance”. The event was a continuation of our work on moving forward the UNMute Civil Society Initiative, and aimed to introduce a “How to UNMute Manual.” This manual, crafted from insights gained at the Nairobi Conference and global consultations, offers clear, actionable strategies to enhance civil society engagement in UN processes, aiming for a more inclusive, effective, and networked multilateralism. The side event brought together diverse civil society groups, UN Member States, and international organizations to critically evaluate the preliminary draft of the manual, ensuring it meets civil society needs at various levels.