Peter Preziosi of TruMerit Takes Over the Presidency of CoNGO.

Peter Preziosi, President and CEO of TruMerit, has been appointed the new President of the Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CoNGO), a term that will last until 2029. The election took place this week during the 28th General Assembly of CoNGO, held in New York, with the virtual participation of various global organizations.

As he assumes office, Preziosi will succeed Dr. Liberato C. Bautista, who led CoNGO from 2017 after previously holding the same position from 2007 to 2011. Since 2018, TruMerit has been actively involved in CoNGO, serving in crucial roles such as Secretary of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Membership Committee.

Dr. Preziosi becomes the first licensed nurse to assume the presidency of CoNGO. Since early 2023, he has been leading TruMerit, formerly known as CGFNS International. The organization focuses on the development of healthcare personnel and the promotion of ethical mobility for healthcare workers globally. His experience also includes a tenure at the World Health Organization, where he contributed to the development of a global learning academy.

Former President Bautista has praised Preziosi’s election, highlighting his extensive experience and commitment to multilateralism, suggesting a hopeful future for CoNGO at a critical time when the voice of civil society is essential in advocating for human rights and sustainability. “Dr. Preziosi’s leadership will strengthen CoNGO’s role as a key advocate for democratic participation within the United Nations,” Bautista stated.

For his part, Preziosi emphasized the importance of civil society participation in the UN, not just as a demand but as an essential principle for effective and ethical multilateralism, crucial for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and upholding the rule of law.

CoNGO, founded in 1948, has 525 member organizations and over 100 affiliated members worldwide. Its mission is to foster cooperation between civil society entities and the UN system, supporting initiatives and values that align with the UN Charter and maintaining a strong commitment to multilateralism in addressing global issues.