To help inform solutions to pressing global problems, the PCUN develops statements offering an evidence-based position on a range of issue relevant to the UN and its constituents. Each statement draws from psychology-related research and intervention strategies to expand readers’ understanding of complex issues, providing culturally sensitive positions and recommendations based on accepted findings from the science of psychology.
The following are Links to PCUN statements. For most, PDFs are available for download
To help inform solutions to pressing global problems, the PCUN develops statements offering an evidence-based position on a range of issue relevant to the UN and its constituents. Each statement draws from psychology-related research and intervention strategies to expand readers’ understanding of complex issues, providing culturally sensitive positions and recommendations based on accepted findings from the science of psychology.
The following are Links to PCUN statements. For most, PDFs are available for download
Psychological Perspectives on Empowering Poor Rural Women and Girls
Commission on the Status of Women, Fifty-sixth session, 27 February – 9 March 2012
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Psychological Contributions to the Eradication of Poverty
Submitted on the occasion of the United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2012
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Promoting Empowerment of People in Achieving Poverty Eradication, Social Integration and Full Employment and Decent Work for All
Commission for Social Development, Fifty-first session, 6-15 February 2013
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Non-Governmental Organizations Major Group Position Paper
High Level Political Forum, 2018
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Statement about the Importance of Psychosocial Resilience and Mental Health and Wellbeing in Humanitarian Crises
The World Humanitarian Summit, Istanbul, Turkey, 23-24 May 2016
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Psychological Perspectives on Empowering Poor Rural Women and Girls
Commission on the Status of Women, Fifty-sixth session, 27 February – 9 March 2012
Psychological Contributions to the Eradication of Poverty
Submitted on the occasion of the United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, 17 October 2012
Promoting Empowerment of People in Achieving Poverty Eradication, Social Integration and Full Employment and Decent Work for All
Commission for Social Development, Fifty-first session, 6-15 February 2013
Non-Governmental Organizations Major Group Position Paper
High Level Political Forum, 2018
Statement about the Importance of Psychosocial Resilience and Mental Health and Wellbeing in Humanitarian Crises
The World Humanitarian Summit, Istanbul, Turkey, 23-24 May 2016