Dr. Jim Okolo Appointed UN Adviser for Sustainable Development

Hon. Dr. Jim Chimezie Okolo has been appointed as Adviser at a high-level United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) action campaign meeting held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, United States. This appointment acknowledges his significant contributions to global development, diplomacy, and peacebuilding.

The meeting convened influential policymakers, diplomats, and development experts focused on advancing the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. Participants discussed solutions for sustainable development, economic growth, climate action, quality education, healthcare, youth empowerment, gender inclusion, and poverty reduction.

Dr. Okolo, currently serving as West African Regional Director for Inter-Governmental Affairs at the International Human Rights Protection Service (IHRPS), USA, has previously held the position of Regional Director for Peace and Conflict Resolution. He is also the National Coordinator of Nouvelle Perspective International and the President of the Jim Mezie Foundation, which supports youth empowerment and community development initiatives.