Pune-Based BMI Trust to Participate in UN Summit of the Future 2024 in New York

Pune, 12th September 2024: Pune-based BMI Trust (Ballerina Management Institute) will participate in the UN ‘Summit of the Future 2024’ to be held in New York on September 22 and 23, 2024. Rajwardhan Joshi, Secretary of BMI Trust, will represent the organization at the conference. BMI Trust, an ECOSOC member (United Nations Economic and Social Council), was invited to the conference, and their request to participate was approved by a special committee, given the event’s limited seating.

Founded in 2006, BMI Trust is dedicated to education and rural development, with a focus on empowering rural women, senior citizens, and the visually impaired. The organization’s work spans a wide range of areas, including health and environmental protection. Since gaining ECOSOC status in 2013, BMI Trust has been invited to several significant UN programs and international forums.

The “Summit of the Future” is a landmark event focusing on shaping a sustainable and inclusive future. It will address critical global challenges, including advancements in technology, sustainable development, and social equity. The summit will bring together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from various fields to discuss and devise solutions for pressing global issues.

Rajwardhan Joshi, Secretary of BMI Trust, expressed his honor at participating in the summit. “Attending this summit provides a unique opportunity to engage with global leaders, innovators, and thinkers. The knowledge and connections gained 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, and the visually impaired. This experience will also help us 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 insights on rural development, women’s empowerment, and support for marginalized groups.”

Previously, BMI Trust has been invited to participate in several significant UN programs and international forums, including the 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), and World Peace Forum, South Korea (2024), among others.