The Special Accreditation process for the Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2) is officially open!
Cooperatives and other organizations that are not accredited to ECOSOC must apply for Special Accreditation to participate in the Summit and its related events. Accreditation granted for other UN conferences does not transfer to WSSD2.
Key Information
Application period:
Monday, 28 April – Friday, 13 June 2025
Who must apply?
All cooperatives, social and solidarity economy (SSE) entities, civil society organizations, private sector companies, foundations, academia, and other stakeholders not already accredited to ECOSOC.
Who does NOT need to apply?
- Member States
- UN system organizations and specialized agencies
- UN Secretariat
- Organizations with ECOSOC consultative status
- Intergovernmental organizations with observer status at the UN General Assembly
How to apply:
Visit the official summit website for detailed instructions and the application form:
👉 Second World Summit for Social Development 2025 | Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD)
Required documents:
- A signed letter on official letterhead requesting accreditation
- Proof of the organization’s legal status (e.g., incorporation certificate)
- A report outlining relevant activities over the past 12 months
Applications will be reviewed by the United Nations Non-Governmental Liaison Service (UN-NGLS) and submitted for approval through the Office of the President of the General Assembly (OPGA). Organizations will be notified once the process concludes.
Please note: Special accreditation only allows organizations to access the registration process. Individuals must be associated with an accredited organization to attend, and separate participant registration will open later.
Why It Matters
The Second World Summit for Social Development will be a key milestone in advancing inclusive, sustainable societies. As we celebrate the International Year of Cooperatives 2025, it is crucial that cooperatives and SSE entities make their voices heard at the global level.
We encourage all eligible organizations to apply and share this information widely to ensure strong cooperative and SSE participation at WSSD2!
Need Assistance?
- For accreditation questions: ngls@un.org
- For other inquiries:socialsummitsecretariat@un.org
