The organizations of the United Nations system are committed to enabling events at which everyone can participate in an inclusive, respectful and safe environment. UN system events are guided by the highest ethical and professional standards, and all participants are expected to behave with integrity and respect towards all participants attending or involved with any UN system event.

“In this effort and beyond, my message is simple: we will not tolerate sexual harassment anytime, anywhere. Sexual harassment, like sexual abuse and sexual violence, is rooted in the historic power imbalances between men and women. I am determined to remove them.” - António Guterres United Nations Secretary-General.