IIPL Participation in UN Second World Summit on Social Development in Qatar
Institute of International Peace Leaders’ Participation in UN Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar
The Institute of International Peace Leaders (IIPL) is proud to announce the successful participation of its international delegation, comprising seven members—namely: from Saudi Arabia, Mr Mohammed AlShehab; from Nigeria, Mr Aernon Joy; from the United States, Mr Kenneth Wincorn; from Pakistan, Mr Muhammad Atta ur Rehman and Mr Mudassir Nawaz Malik; and from Togo, Mr Abdoukaye Koukoura.The delegation attended and engaged actively in the Second World Summit for Social Development, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, Doha, Qatar, from 4 to 6 November 2025. The Summit convened under the auspices of the United Nations and the State of Qatar and brought together representatives from governments, international organisations, youth, civil society and business sectors to advance social development, address inequality, promote decent work, and recommit to the global 2030 Agenda.During the Summit, the IIPL delegation:- Met with ministers and senior officials from various countries and Missions to discuss youth leadership, climate-change diplomacy, social inclusion and sustainable development;- Held focused dialogues with youth from diverse nations to amplify youth voices and perspectives in the social development agenda;- Participated in side-events organised under the Summit’s framework, including workshops on decent work, social protection and inclusive growth; and- Endorsed the final outcome document of the Summit, the Doha Political Declaration, which was adopted in Doha as the culminating global commitment.The Institute of International Peace Leaders fully **endorses** the Doha Political Declaration presented by the Heads of State and Government at the Summit. This Declaration reaffirms the need to eradicate poverty, promote full and productive employment, advance social inclusion, and strengthen international cooperation in social development.We extend our sincere gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani, as well as to the United Nations for organising this historic and momentous event. Their leadership and hospitality provided an exceptional platform which brought together key stakeholders from around the world, bridging governments, civil society, youth and the private sector, offering hope and direction for accelerated social progress.We believe that the Summit has opened new avenues of collaboration and has set a robust foundation for advancing the social dimension of sustainable development. The IIPL delegation returns energized, committed to contributing to the implementation of the vision set out in Doha—with particular focus on youth empowerment, climate-resilient development and peace-building through inclusive social policies.For the record, the Summit was attended by more than 8,000 participants representing Member States, the United Nations system, youth constituencies, civil society, academia and the private sector.We look forward to translating the outcomes of Doha into concrete programmes and partnerships under the leadership of IIPL, and invite all our global partners to join hands in turning commitments into action.
