The UN-CSW69 high-level meeting emphasized women’s leadership in climate action, urging stronger policies and global collaboration to advance gender equality and sustainability, particularly for African and diaspora women.
At the Global Disability Summit, leaders emphasized inclusive education for children with disabilities in crisis settings, urging global action to ensure equity, resilience, and meaningful participation for all.
WJC President Ronald S. Lauder warned that rising antisemitism threatens Western civilization, speaking at Auschwitz’s 80th liberation anniversary commemoration.
U.S. lawmakers urge an investigation into Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, citing potential national security risks and unauthorized access to sensitive federal data, sparking controversy.
The Committee of 100 condemns President Trump’s Executive Order ending birthright citizenship, citing it as unconstitutional, discriminatory, and a threat to equality and immigrant rights.
The ceremony was also observed by several distinguished guests, including Mayor of Arcadia Paul P. Cheng, Mayor of South Pasadena Michael Cacciotti, former Mayor of San Gabriel Tony Ding, Mayor of Monterey Park Yvonne Yiu, and representatives from the General Consulate of the People’s Republic of China in Los Angeles.
The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, has warned that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are at risk of slipping away due to cascading global crises, highlighting the need to reform the global financial system.
