United Nations

Our #AmplifyHER podcast features some of the world's most fascinating women artists who've been inspired by societal challenges, including conflict, inequality & more. 🎧 The latest episode features Jamaican singer Sarah Couch. news.un.org/en/audio/2022/…

There can be no greater catastrophe in the face of humanitarian crisis than to remove the contribution of half the population in navigating #Afghanistan ’s daunting challenges. We strongly condemn this without reservation. Read @unwomenchief statement: unwo.men/vRVl50MeoIc

Around the world, wars, conflicts, humanitarian crises & climate change disproportionately affect women & girls. Yet, in times of crisis, they're often on the frontlines making a difference. Here are some of their inspiring stories: feature.undp.org/from-the-front… v @undp

The ocean is facing increasing threats. It can be hard to feel optimistic. But in Fiji, action is the antidote to despair. The @UNDP_Pacific @FijianGovt Blue Accelerator Grant Scheme is working to #SaveOurOcean: ow.ly/N55X50LLEay

Since the Taliban takeover of #Afghanistan in mid-August 2021, Afghan women & girls have been experiencing one of the gravest setbacks of rights in the history of the country. @SerajMahbouba highlights the resilience of women #FromTheFrontlines of crisis. go.undp.org/F7G6

The coming year marks the halfway point in the implementation of the #SDGs. It also bring the possibility to reset and recommit, together, to #2030Agenda for humanity. Read more on key moments for #SustDev in 2023. go.undp.org/S1YM

#ClimateChange threatens #HumanRights. It increases hunger, poverty, inequality and makes people vulnerable. We must #ActNow to build a healthier 🌎 for everyone, everywhere. go.undp.org/7dVL

For the world to #BuildForwardBetter in the wake of crises, women’s rights need to be preserved and women’s voices heard. Because, when they are, development thrives, economies grow, and peace prevails. Meet our #FromTheFrontlines changemakers: go.undp.org/EZrr

How do you help people rebuild in the midst of war? @UNDPUkraine's Resident Representative a.i. @jaco_cilliers discusses how UNDP is working with the people of #Ukraine to help design the future they want to see for their country. undp.org/stories/ukrain…

Crises around the 🌏 have jeopardized the 17 #SDGs. In 2023, we’ll scale up our work to prevent, respond to, and recover from crises and #BuildForwardBetter. Don't miss out on some key moments of the year ahead: go.undp.org/S1YM

With just 7 years left to achieve the 2030 Agenda, the #SDGs remain our best chance to spread peace, prosperity and human rights to all corners of the world. In 2023, let’s recommit to this transformative agenda for humanity: go.undp.org/S1YM

Global leaders, activists, advocates & people from around the world have joined the @UN family in pledging to keep the promise of the #GlobalGoals. See some examples in our latest @TwitterMoments and get inspired. twitter.com/i/events/14400…

Happy birthday to our Messenger of Peace, Michael Douglas! Thank you for your commitment to the work of the United Nations, especially on disarmament issues. un.org/en/messengers-…

"It's the light in the darkness. Where there is conflict, where there is injustice, where there is poverty, there is help on the way." @UNESCO Special Envoy for Peace @ForestWhitaker shares his vision of the United Nations ahead of #UNDay. un.org/en/observances…

"The United Nations is proud to stand with you to build a safer & more sustainable future for all." -- @antonioguterres tells Security Council, urging all countries to work simultaneously on peacebuilding & addressing the effects of the climate crisis. un.org/sg/en/node/261…

Saturday is World #ArabicLanguageDay! Follow the United Nations in Arabic via @UNArabic and learn more about the day here: un.org/ar/observances…

Throughout 2021, the women & men of the United Nations worked to find solutions to some of the biggest problems facing humanity. @UN_Photo captured images of our efforts from around the world. flickr.com/photos/un_phot…

The Trolls are helping the United Nations take #ClimateAction while improving nutrition around the world. 🍊🌽🫐🥕🍌🥦 Join the #TrollsFoodHeroes by wasting less food and eating more fruits & vegetables. un.org/actnow #ActNow #GlobalGoals

"We can overcome this pandemic, achieve universal vaccination, protect the planet, recover sustainably, promote human rights & revitalize the United Nations. Through hope, we can lay the foundations for a better tomorrow." -- @UN_PGA tells #UNGA. news.un.org/en/story/2022/…

"You can count on me. You can count on the United Nations to continue to amplify young people’s voices & support your efforts towards a peaceful, sustainable & inclusive future." -- @antonioguterres tells #YPSConference on importance of #Youth4Peace news.un.org/en/story/2022/…