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Global Governance Innovation Network

Bringing together world class scholarship with international policymaking to address fundamental global governance challenges, threats, and opportunities.

About Project

The Global Governance Innovation Network (GGIN) will bring together world class scholarship with international policymaking to address fundamental global governance challenges, threats, and opportunities. Through policy research on the underlying causes and dynamics of the “anti-multilateralist” turn in many countries and development of institutional, legal, policy, operational, and normative improvements in the global governance architecture, GGIN will convene and amplify the voices of a new generation of scholars, policy researchers, and practitioners from the Global South and North, alongside established experts and UN Mission Representatives. The Global Governance Innovation Network is a partnership of the Stimson Center, the Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS), Plataforma CIPÓ, and Leiden University.

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The Global Governance Innovation Network brings world-class scholarship together with international policy-making to address fundamental global governance challenges, threats, and opportunities. Research will focus on the development of institutional, policy, legal, and normative improvements in the international global governance architecture.

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Project Team

Richard Ponzio

Senior Fellow and Director

Research & Writing

Policy Paper

Priorities for Africa: Artificial Intelligence Governance at the Global and National Level

Examining global AI governance, Africa’s disproportionate risks, and South-South cooperation.
Naomi Kilungu .  Sandra Poni Tombe
May 2, 2026

Commentary

Attempting to Silence a UN Voice

U.S. sanctions on UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese raise questions about unilateral sanctions, UN immunity, and the future of international justice.
Rebecca Snyder
March 13, 2026

Commentary

The United Nations Was Built to Deliver Accountability. Can It Still Do So?

As states increasingly pursue justice outside of multilateral institutions, the gap between global governance and political reality is becoming impossible to ignore.
Justin Snyder
February 18, 2026

Commentary

The United Nations Was Built to Deliver Accountability. Can It Still Do So?

As states increasingly pursue justice outside of multilateral institutions, the gap between global governance and political reality is becoming impossible to ignore.
Justin Snyder
February 18, 2026

Commentary

The United Nations Is in Its Eightieth Year. Will Women Lead It?

As global challenges reshape the international order and cooperation erodes, the United Nations could elect its first female Secretary-General, bringing a fresh perspective to the organization after 80 years.
Rebecca Snyder .  Nicole Crawford
December 19, 2025

Commentary

From Baku to Belém: Making Climate Mobility Central to COP30

At COP30, global leaders have the chance to redefine protection for climate migration.
Justin Snyder
November 10, 2025

Press Release

Stimson Center, Doha Forum, and Partners Launch Future of International Cooperation Report 2025

September 30, 2025

Report

Future of International Cooperation Report 2025

By offering concrete proposals for innovating global and regional governance to promote and safeguard justice in all its dimensions, this report gives Doha Forum participants and concerned citizens and governments worldwide the tools to chart a course toward a more just, more prosperous, and safer future for all.
Richard Ponzio .  William Durch . Rebecca Snyder . Neermala Persaud   and  Justin Snyder
September 16, 2025

Policy Memo

UN80: From “Less-with-Less” to “More-with-Less”

United Nations Member States must work closely with their Secretariat to fully leverage the “UN80 Initiative” to help create a more agile, cost-effective, and impactful UN system.
Richard Ponzio
August 8, 2025

Report

Global Governance Innovation Report 2025

Creative approaches to advancing the Pact for the Future and revitalizing environmental governance through multilateral diplomacy and institutional innovation.
Richard Ponzio .  William Durch . Nudhara Yusuf
June 24, 2025

Op-Ed

In Defense of Reformed Multilateralism

The Pact for the Future can be a “proxy for the defense of reformed multilateralism” and help to counterbalance forces “seeking to dismantle the idea of cooperative global governance launched 80 years ago”
Richard Ponzio .  Nudhara Yusuf
June 24, 2025

Project Note

Upcoming Global Governance Innovation Report 2025

Assessing and promoting implementation of the Pact for the Future and novel ideas for COP30 and other environmental policy fora.
Richard Ponzio .  William Durch . Nudhara Yusuf   and  Rebecca Snyder
June 3, 2025

Issue Brief

Options for Strengthening Accountability Mechanisms in Global Environmental Governance

Three options for strengthening accountability in global environmental governance
Sylvia Karlsson-Vinkhuyzen .  Arthur Lyon Dahl
May 28, 2025

Commentary

Girls Left Behind: How Legal Gaps and Social Norms Sustain Child Marriage 

Despite decades of advocacy and legal reform, the discussions at CSW69 underscored that child marriage continues to rob millions of girls each year of their childhood, freedom, and future.
Neermala Persaud
May 21, 2025

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 9: Future Generations and the importance of multilateralism – Ambassador Brian Wallace

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . Ambassador Brian Wallace
April 30, 2025

Commentary

The Limits of UN Security Council Resolution 2664

Until the international community confronts deeper structural issues, sanctions, despite their intent, will remain an obstacle to peace and humanitarian aid.
Rebecca Snyder
April 18, 2025

Commentary

When the Cards Are on the Table, Will the UN Stand By the Interns?

Budgetary decisions over UN secretariat internship programs are under more pressure and strain at the United Nations than ever in history.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Muznah Siddiqui
April 4, 2025

Issue Brief

Governing AI for the Future of Humanity

Nudhara Yusuf .  Julian Mueller-Kaler . Juliana Lozano-Jaramillo
March 31, 2025

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 8: The UN’s Next Chapter with Stephen Heintz and Richard Ponzio

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Richard Ponzio .  Nudhara Yusuf . Daniel Perell   and  Stephen Heintz
January 22, 2025

Op-Ed

Who Could Be the Special Envoy for Future Generations?

The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said he will name an Envoy for Future Generations. Who could it be, who should it be, and why?
Nudhara Yusuf .  Thomas Hale . Daouia Chalali
November 5, 2024

Commentary

How Inclusive Is the Pact for the Future? Interview with Nudhara Yusuf

Discussing whether the Pact for the Future reflects the priorities of civil society and how to ensure the inclusion of civil society in the UN’s future work.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Albert Trithart
October 1, 2024

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 7: A legacy of change – Carlos Alvarado Quesada

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . Carlos Alvarado Quesada
September 28, 2024

Chapter

From UN75 to the Summit of the Future: The Evolution of Multilateralism in A Contested Landscape

This book chapter traces the evolution of this multilateral reform effort, and evolving theory of change, against its intense political backdrop.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Muznah Siddiqui . Henrietta Skareng
September 22, 2024

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 6: Dialogue is more than talking points–Felipe Paullier

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . Felipe Paullier
September 19, 2024

Commentary

2024 Summit of the Future: What It Is, Why It Matters & How You Can Contribute

The UN Summit of the Future offers a historic opportunity to adopt several far-reaching, high-impact global governance innovations in support of human security for all.
Richard Ponzio .  Nudhara Yusuf
September 18, 2024

Report

Future of International Cooperation Report 2024

By offering concrete proposals for innovating global and regional governance at the intersection of technology, sustainable development, and peace and security, this report gives Doha Forum participants and concerned citizens and governments worldwide the tools to chart a course toward a safer, more just, and more prosperous future for all.
Richard Ponzio .  Nudhara Yusuf . Natika Kantaria   and  Henrietta Skareng
September 17, 2024

Resource

Shaping Tomorrow: UNGA79 and the Summit of the Future

Essential expert insights and what to expert ahead of UNGA and the Summit of the Future
September 9, 2024

Commentary

Chapter 5: “Transforming Global Governance”

Civil society, business, and committed governments are essential to leveraging the Summit of the Future’s generational opportunity to renew and innovate our system of global governance.
Richard Ponzio
September 9, 2024

Commentary

7 Questions on the UN’s Summit of the Future

Nudhara Yusuf shares her perspective on the upcoming Summit of the Future and its impact on effective global governance in the 21st century
Nudhara Yusuf
September 6, 2024

Commentary

Chapter 4: The Pact for the Future and the Intergenerational Multiplier Effect

Considering the current actions in the Pact for the Future and Declaration on Future Generations through the lens of the intergenerational multiplier effect
Nudhara Yusuf .  Eliane el Haber
September 5, 2024

Issue Brief

Complex Global Shocks, Emergency Platforms, and United Nations Reform

Outlining the need, mechanics, debates, and politics surrounding the United Nations’ proposed Emergency Platform tool.
Peter J. Hoffman
September 5, 2024

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 5: Something’s Going to Give – Natalie Samarasinghe

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . Natalie Samarasinghe
August 26, 2024

Issue Brief

Biennial UN-G20+ Summit

The world needs a more coherent and effective way for managing global economic, social, and environmental governance.
Joris Larik .  Richard Ponzio . Asena Johnson
August 26, 2024

Commentary

From Nairobi to the Future–Civil Society’s Role in Global Governance

This podcast, aims to shine the spotlight on the people engaged with some of the most fascinating goings-on in our human world, from UN officials to storytellers, and from grassroots activists to social justice advocates.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Antione Brimbal
August 21, 2024

Commentary

Young People in Multilateralism and Reflections on the Youth2030 Progress Report

Marking International Youth Day on August 12, authors discuss the 2030 Youth Progress report and youth in multilateralism.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Chido Mpemba
August 12, 2024

Commentary

Can the UK Be A ‘Force for Good’ in Today’s World?

‘Paths out of polycrisis’ looks at the intersecting global challenges confronting the UK – from wars and state threats to environmental emergency, waves of forced displacement and the crisis of democracy.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Duncan Green . Larry Attree
July 29, 2024

Op-Ed

Can the Pact for the Future Tackle Rising Human Insecurity?

The Summit of the Future represents both a milestone and another step in the long journey toward achieving human security for all
Richard Ponzio .  Nudhara Yusuf
July 16, 2024

Commentary

INTERVIEW | Why I am Optimistic About SOTF Process Leading to Reform of Multilateral System

Nudhara Yusuf, speaks about the viability of current multistakeholder efforts for the reform of the multilateral system.
Nudhara Yusuf .  Adam Alqali
July 3, 2024

Op-Ed

The Day After: A UN Transitional Authority for Gaza

Although billed as comprehensive, President Biden’s three-part plan for Gaza is silent on the fundamental question: who will administer Gaza the day after?
Marshall J. Breger .  Richard Caplan . Larry D. Johnson
June 25, 2024

Report

Global Governance Innovation Report 2024

Introducing novel ideas to encourage more ambitious, forward-looking thinking and deliberation on global economic governance renewal and innovation.
Joris Larik .  Richard Ponzio . Nudhara Yusuf
June 17, 2024

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 4: The UN Reforms We Need – David Passarelli

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . David Passarelli
June 14, 2024

Project Note

Upcoming Global Governance Innovation Report 2024

The Global Governance Innovation Network prepares for the launch of its flagship report in 2024.
Joris Larik .  Richard Ponzio . Nudhara Yusuf
June 5, 2024

Op-Ed

Summit of the Future: A Historical Pivot or Mere Footnote?

Upcoming UN Summit aims to adopt crucial global governance changes, but follow-up efforts are essential for achieving commitments and goals worldwide.
Richard Ponzio
May 10, 2024

Commentary

Unleashing the Transformative Potential of the 2024 UN Civil Society Conference on the Summit of the Future

It is critical that the Nairobi civil society conference be impactful and innovative with an eye toward implementation and leadership.
Youssef Mahmoud .  Sahana Chatopadhyay
April 26, 2024

Issue Brief

Revising the United Nations Charter

Arguing that no further significant UN reforms are possible without amending the UN Charter and eliminating the right of the veto in the Security Council
Dr. Vesselin Popovski
April 12, 2024

Issue Brief

The UN’s Our Common Agenda as Inspiration for International Organizations

Demonstrating how international organizations, also outside the United Nations (UN) system, can progress and reach multilateral agreements with the UN Secretary General’s Our Common Agenda report (OCA).
Edna Ramirez-Robles
April 11, 2024

Issue Brief

Enhancing Preventative Measures for Money Laundering and Corruption

Discussing the effectiveness of international measures aimed at preventing corruption and money laundering.
Dr. Aisha Al-Ammari
April 10, 2024

Podcast Episode 🎧

UN Necessary Podcast Episode 3: The world at a crossroads: Maria João Rodrigues on how multilateralism can include everyone

A podcast hosted by Nudhara Yusuf and Daniel Perell where they talk with the people behind the scenes on the UN’s Summit of the Future
Nudhara Yusuf .  Daniel Perell . Maria João Rodrigues
April 8, 2024

Commentary

A Breakthrough Opportunity for Global Governance

Efforts to develop a Pact for the Future and a Global Digital Compact offer reason to hope for real progress on peacebuilding and AI governance this year.
Richard Ponzio .  Sultan Barakat . Mubarak Al-Kuwari
March 26, 2024

Project Note

Press Briefing on the 2024 UN Civil Society Conference

A hybrid press briefing featuring Co-Chairs Nudhara Yusuf and Carole Agengo at the UN Headquarters to announce the 2024 UN Civil Society Conference
Nudhara Yusuf .  Maher Nasser . Carole Agengo
March 26, 2024

Recent Publications

Policy Paper

Priorities for Africa: Artificial Intelligence Governance at the Global and National Level

Naomi Kilungu | Sandra Poni Tombe
Report

Future of International Cooperation Report 2025

Richard Ponzio | William Durch | et al.
Policy Memo

UN80: From “Less-with-Less” to “More-with-Less”

Richard Ponzio
Report

Global Governance Innovation Report 2025

Richard Ponzio | William Durch | Nudhara Yusuf
Project Note

Upcoming Global Governance Innovation Report 2025

Richard Ponzio | William Durch | et al.
Issue Brief

Options for Strengthening Accountability Mechanisms in Global Environmental Governance

Sylvia Karlsson-Vinkhuyzen | Arthur Lyon Dahl
Issue Brief

Governing AI for the Future of Humanity

Nudhara Yusuf | Julian Mueller-Kaler | Juliana Lozano-Jaramillo
Chapter

From UN75 to the Summit of the Future: The Evolution of Multilateralism in A Contested Landscape

Nudhara Yusuf | Muznah Siddiqui | Henrietta Skareng
Report

Future of International Cooperation Report 2024

Richard Ponzio | Nudhara Yusuf | et al.
Resource

Shaping Tomorrow: UNGA79 and the Summit of the Future

No authors found
Issue Brief

Complex Global Shocks, Emergency Platforms, and United Nations Reform

Peter J. Hoffman
Issue Brief

Biennial UN-G20+ Summit

Joris Larik | Richard Ponzio | Asena Johnson

Sub-Projects

There are no subprojects associated with this project.

Events

Past Events

Taking the Summit of the Future Agenda Forward: Facilitating Implementation through Dialogue, Research & Monitoring

On 26 September 2024, the Stimson Center, Global Governance Innovation Network, Savannah Centre, Plataforma CIPÓ, and Global Challenges Foundation will convene an UNGA High-Level Roundtable on “Taking the Summit of the Future Agenda…

  • September 26, 2024
  • 3:30 - 4:30 PM (US Eastern)
  • Online Only

Past Events

Road to the Summit Discussion: A Tale of Two Summits

The Coalition for the UN We Need, the Baha’i International Community, and Global Governance Innovation Network are pleased to convene the next Road to the Summit discussion series, entitled “A Tale of Two Summits.” The SDG…

  • July 26, 2023
  • 8:30 – 10:00 AM (US Eastern)
  • Online or In-Person

Past Events

Global Governance Survey Launch

This unprecedented survey examines attitudes to global governance across twelve of the world’s major countries, the developed Group of seven (US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan) and the emerging BRICS (Brazil,…

  • June 8, 2023
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (US Eastern)
  • Online Only

Past Events

Feminist Framework for the Secretary General’s Report “Our Common Agenda”

Although the report puts gender equality and women’s empowerment at the center of the UN’s three pillars–peace and security, human rights, and development– it requires a feminist critique and action-oriented framework to prioritize…

  • March 8, 2023
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (US Eastern)
  • Online Only
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