The side event, convened by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), permanent missions of Mexico and Nepal to the United Nations, on the margins of the Second Session of the Preparatory Committee for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) highlighted the transformative role of family remittances and diaspora investments in financing the SDGs and enhancing resilience. It provided a platform for governments, the UN system, civil society, the private sector, and other stakeholders to share strategies, partnerships, and initiatives, with a focus on leveraging digitalization for greater financial inclusion. The event amplified the recommendations outlined in the IFAD-IOM policy brief, supporting Member States’ efforts in the FfD4 preparatory process.

Web link for the event: https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1e/k1eb3i45br