Did you know Canada’s uranium was used in the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki? As Setsuko Thurlow says, Ottawa’s silence on the nuclear threat since 2015 is unacceptable. Our leaders must address this growing danger and take action.
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📣#ECW celebrates #YouthDay!
Involvement & action are needed across all generations to achieve #SDGs-esp. #SDG4, universal #QualityEducation, which can only be reached by working together w/youth. When #YouthLead, it paves the way towards a better🌏!
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DAY 29: OIL INDUSTRY IS KILLING YOU: @NBCNews@ABC
How far do you want to continue having your planet taken away from you..??
Have you explained to your families, the level of collapse you can now expect....???? Are you ready for the end.....???
So pleased to welcome @AnacludiaRossb1, new @UNHABITAT Executive Director, to Nairobi.
Her commitment to developing a sustainable urban agenda that delivers for all is clear - an agenda @UNEP & @UNHABITAT work closely together on.
The Nairobi Girls are complete again @ZainabHawa!
Young people worldwide are agents of change, playing a key role in the achievement of the #GlobalGoals.
On Monday’s #YouthDay, join us in celebrating the determination, ideas and leadership of young people as we pursue a better world. un.org/en/observances…
#DYK Forests cover ~31% of Earth's land? That's billions of hectares!🌳
Forests are vital for #biodiversity, climate & as ecosystems, but they're under pressure.
Every native tree counts to stop #BiodiversityLoss!
Learn more here 👇
via @IPBES
It's #WorldElephantDay! 🐘
Sadly these intelligent animals face many of the same threats as rhinos and we salute those striving to ensure a future for this wonderfully sociable species.
Picture this: East Africa, a land of majestic wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. But lurking in the shadows is a formidable foe, one that threatens the very existence of our beloved pachyderm pals – deforestation! It's like the world's worst game of "musical chairs," but instead of chairs, it's habitats, and instead of music, it's the sound of chainsaws. 😱
Elephants need a lot of space to roam, and when their habitat is reduced, they have to travel further to find food and water. This can lead to conflicts with humans, as the big guys start raiding crops and causing a ruckus. And let's not forget the increased risk of poaching, as the forests become more accessible to those with less-than-honorable intentions. It's like a never-ending game of "hide and seek," but instead of hiding, it's the elephants' survival at stake. 😢
But it's not just elephants that are affected. Deforestation is like a wrecking ball for biodiversity, wiping out entire ecosystems and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. It's like the world's worst game of "Jenga," but instead of wooden blocks, it's entire species. 😬
Now, about the numbers... It's hard to get an exact count, but some estimates suggest that thousands of elephants are killed each year due to habitat loss and conflicts with humans. And that's just the tip of the iceberg, as countless other species are also affected. It's like a game of "Where's Waldo?" but instead of Waldo, it's entire ecosystems. 😱
But fear not, for there is hope! Treemissions has partnered with the Mara Elephant Project to support reforestation efforts in Kenya, providing new homes for our beloved pachyderm pals under the watchful protection of the Mara Elephant Project team. Together, we're combating climate change and safeguarding these majestic creatures from the clutches of evil ivory poachers. 💪
A heartfelt thank you to all our supporters and followers – Every like or retweet really means a lot. Together, we can make the world a greener, cleaner place. 🌳🌍
@MaraElephant#WorldElephantDay2024#Deforestation#Trees#Climate#Reforestation#Elephants
At 24 years old, Hawa Yokie is the CEO of Sierra Leone’s first youth-led innovation centre.
🌐 This #YouthDay, let’s amplify the voices of young people leading the next generation into the digital future.
👉 Hawa’s story: unwo.men/cfGO50SW3eh
The hygiene conditions in Gaza are appalling and threatening children’s lives and health.
UNICEF is on the ground providing clean water.
But it’s not enough - more aid is required and a ceasefire is urgently, critically needed.
This #YouthDay, we highlight the critical role of youth in driving digital innovation to tackle #ClimateChange.
From developing apps that connect communities to designing data-driven solutions, discover how these young leaders are turning ideas into action.
🆘 Sudan is facing a hunger catastrophe on a scale not seen in over 20 years.
Hear from WFP's Emergency Coordinator Marco as he explains how WFP and our partners are working to reach those most in need ⤵️