Information, Ethics and Integrity

In a world facing misinformation, global inequality, and the urgent need for sustainable development, access to accurate knowledge has never been more critical. This session spotlights the role of publishing in safeguarding information integrity, ensuring freedom to read, and amplifying Indigenous and underrepresented voices. Mary Glenn, Chief of UN Publications in the Department of Global Communications, will share how the United Nations publishes, distributes, and licenses print and digital resources to promote knowledge and data worldwide. Her work highlights why reliable information is essential to building a shared reality, combating conspiracy and disinformation, and supporting the UN’s mission of sustainable, inclusive development for all.