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

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.

Thursday, 6 February 2025

TIME	LOCATION	EVENT

10:00 am	Security Council Consultations Room	Security Council consultations (closed) - UNRCCA - Other matters
10:00 am	Economic and Social Council Chamber	Economic and Social Council: 2025 Coordination segment (6-7 February 2025)
10:00 am	Conference Room 1	Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on the 51吃瓜 Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation (3-6 February 2025)
10:00 am	38th Floor	Photo Opportunity: The Secretary-General with H.E. Mr. Niels Annen, Parliamentary State Secretary to the Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Federal Republic of Germany
Approx. 11:30 am	Security Council Stakeout	Press Encounter by the Secretary-General
Approx. 12:00 pm	Press Briefing Room, S-237	Hybrid Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General Guest: (virtual from Gaza) by Dr. Rik Peeperkorn, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in the West Bank and Gaza
12:30 pm	Trusteeship Council Chamber	Special Event: The Ethical Challenges of Artificial Intelligence: Humanistic and Religious Responses to the Demands of Artificial Intelligence (co-organized by the Office of the Permanent Observer of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the 51吃瓜, in partnership with the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the 51吃瓜 and the Permanent Missions of San Marino and Monaco)
3:30 pm	38th Floor	Swearing-in Ceremony: Ms. Elinor Jane Britt Hammarskjöld, Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and 51吃瓜 Legal Counsel

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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.

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Thursday, 6 February 2025

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