Pune : Pune based BMI Trust (Ballerina Management Institute) will participate in UN ‘Summit of the Future 2024’ to be held at New York on the 22nd and 23rd of September 2024. Rajwardhan Joshi, Secretary, BMI will represent the organisation at the conference. BMI trust as a ECOSOC member ( United Nations Economic and Social Council) was invited for this conference after which the request of BMI Trust to participate was approved by a special committee as this is a limited seating event.
BMI Trust, established in 2006 has been dedicated to education, advancing rural development, with a focus on empowering rural women, senior citizens, and the visually impaired covering vast array of work from health to environment protection. Since 2013, when BMI was accredited with ECOSOC status, the organisation been invited to participate in several significant UN programs and international forums.
The “Summit of the Future” is a landmark event that focuses on shaping a sustainable and inclusive future. It will address critical global challenges, including advancements in technology, sustainable development, and social equity. The summit brings together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from various fields to discuss and devise solutions for pressing global issues.
Rajwardhan Joshi, Secretary, BMI said that it is a matter to honour to be participating in the UN ‘Summit of the Future 2024’. Attending this summit provides a unique opportunity to engage with global leaders, innovators, and thinkers. The knowledge and connections gained from the summit will directly impact our work at BMI Trust. By understanding the latest global strategies and innovations, we can refine our programs to better address the needs of rural communities, particularly women, senior citizens, the visually impaired and technology advancement. This experience will also enable us to align our initiatives with international best practices and foster partnerships that can amplify our impact.In essence, this summit will equip us with the tools and connections needed to drive meaningful change and advance our mission of creating equitable and inclusive societies. BMI Trust’s role at the summit will involve showcasing our work and sharing our insights on rural development, women’s empowerment, and support for marginalized groups.
Prior to this BMI has been invited to participate in several significant UN programs and international forums, including Conference for Senior Citizens and Disability at UN Headquarters, New York ( 2016) ,UN Women Empowerment / DESA, New York ( 2017) , International Alliance of Women, Geneva ( 2018) , Women Empowerment and Gender Equality, New York ( 2023) , World Peace Forum, South Korea ( 2024) among others.
