Media Accreditation & Liaison Unit Logistical support and information to members of the press

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses journalists with Margot Wallstrom, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden. UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses journalists with Margot Wallstrom, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden. UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe

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For assistance, visit the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) on the 2nd floor of the Secretariat (S-250).
For photo opportunities with the Secretary-General, report to MALU 30 minutes prior to meeting (photo/video only).
Attendance at briefings is limited to accredited journalists. Information provided for planning purposes.

MONDAY, 29 SEPTEMBER 2025

Time

Location

Event

10:00 am

Security Council Chamber

Security Council meeting: The situation in the Great Lakes region

Report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Region (S/2025/615 )

Following above

Security Council Consultations Room

Security Council consultations (closed)

· Great Lakes region (S/2025/615 )

· Other matters

10:00 am

Economic and Social Council Chamber

General Assembly: Informal Ad hoc Working Group on UN80 Initiative

Informal meeting on mandate creation

12:00 pm

Press Briefing Room, S-237

Hybrid Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Guest (virtual): Ms. Olga Cherevko, Spokesperson, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), will brief on Gaza

3:00 pm

Security Council Consultations Room

Security Council consultations (closed)

· 1559 report

· Other matters

CANCELLED

38^th Floor

Photo Opportunity: The Secretary-General with H.E. Mr. Apostolos Tzitzikostas, European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism

UN JOURNAL

UN Journal

Schedule of meetings, documents discussed, statements, and summaries: UN JOURNAL

UNTV

Watch UN Web TV

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SPOKESPERSON'S OFFICE

For interviews and media inquiries contact the Spokesperson's office: +1-212-963-7160

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. What should I do if my media ground pass is stolen or missing?

A. If your media ground pass is lost or stolen, you MUST immediately report it to the Media Accreditation Office (located at the corner of 45th Street & First Avenue).

Q. Where do I go to pick up my media ground pass?

A. Please follow instructions in the approval email. Temporary pass applicants should go to the Media Accreditation Office office located at 45th Street & First Avenue. Long-term pass applicants should go to the Pass and ID Unit at 320 East 45th Street (between First and Second Avenues).

Q. What should the letter asking for my accreditation contain?

A. The letter, on letterhead and signed by an authorized official (e.g., the Publisher, Assignment Editor or Bureau Chief) of the media organization seeking accreditation, should have the name(s) of those who need the accrediation, what they will cover and the length of the assignment. It should also specify the function(s) of the individual(s) who will be coming.

Q. Are there any restrictions?

A. Media accreditation is only for coverage of UN activities at Headquarters, and does not constitute an endorsement for any other purpose. At any time, the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) may revoke accreditation if it is put to improper use; if it is determined that the accreditation has not been used to cover UN events; if it has been used to abuse the privileges so extended; or if personal or public conduct is not consistent with the best interest of the Organization. The press pass must not be loaned to another person; UN Security will confiscate any pass in the possession of any individual to whom it was not issued!

If several people from the same company need an accreditation, please have all the names in one letter.