United Nations Academic Impact

Looking for straight talk on #SocialSummit2025? We asked some of the people who the future will impact the most: young people. Because honestly? Young people aren't just inheriting the future—they're building it. social.desa.un.org/world-summit-2… @UNDESASocial @GlobalGoalsUN

Resilient architecture is more than just structures - it's about building: 📏 Strength 🏛️ Safety 🪜 Hope ⛲️ Resilience This #WorldCitiesDay, discover how proper infrastructure can guide us towards a safer and more sustainable future: go.undp.org/4mY

“Global solidarity and solutions are needed more than ever.” In the face of unprecedented challenges, @antonioguterres stresses the need for greater unity, and the UN's unique role bringing people together. “Multilateral cooperation is the beating heart of the United Nations.”

Meet the #HeroesofTomorrow: UN #SDGAwards Finalists who are turning vision into action—transforming today’s challenges into solutions for a sustainable future. Watch the UN @SDGAction Awards Ceremony today at 18:00 CET, live from Rome: sdgactionawards.org/live/

Every number tells a story. Every decision adds up. Ahead of #COP30, discover 30 facts that explain the climate crisis: go.undp.org/ClimateCounts 🟰 Because #ClimateCounts.

🌍 Nearly 150 changemakers from close to 140 countries. One mission: climate action. At #UNESCOYouthForum in Samarkand 🇺🇿 , young changemakers are leading the change with courage, creativity, and unstoppable momentum. unesco.org/en/youth/forum

Hope 🇺🇳 Unity 🇺🇳 Diversity 🇺🇳 Possibility 🇺🇳 Cooperation 🇺🇳 These are just some of the words that come to mind when people think about the United Nations. Take a look and get inspired on Friday’s #UNDay. ⬇️

Meet the 2025 #SDGYoungLeaders! Selected from 33K+ applications across 150 countries, these 17 changemakers will work over the next 2 years to: 💬 Champion the #SDGs 🌱 Catalyze action 🤝 Drive collaboration for a sustainable future 🔗 tinyurl.com/4z5jfn5b?utm_s…

For 80 years, the @UN has worked to forge peace, tackle poverty & hunger, advance human rights & build a more sustainable world,. Now, more than ever, the world must recommit to solving problems no nation can solve alone. On this #UNDay, let’s stand together & act as one.

How can higher education drive inclusion and sustainable growth? Join us on Nov 5 (14:00 CET / 16:00 Doha) to explore new collaborations like the Digital Education Transformation Hub for Africa, FutureSkills4All, and the Dubai Declaration on OER. Register: buff.ly/RA8RLDM

Lasting development impact starts with people’s needs. In the latest policy brief, UN DESA explores different approaches to ensure that no one is being left behind. Read it here ➡️ bit.ly/UNDESA_Policy_… #GlobalGoals #SocialSummit2025

The @UN is one of the most ambitious & profound undertakings in human history. A promise to solve problems together & support the most vulnerable. As we mark 80 years of this organization, let’s recommit to this promise & the actions that bring it to life around the world. un.org/sg/en/content/…

For 80 years, the UN has been working for everyone, everywhere. Ahead of Friday’s #UNDay, take a look at the new exhibition 'Shared Lives, Shared Future' showcasing the UN's impact around the world - co-organized with @ItalyUN_NY, @SLOtoUN & @swiss_un. un.org/en/exhibits/ex…

Ema, a young leader from Albania, believes in a future built on solidarity, trust, and equality. Her message reflects the hope of her generation. 🗣️ At #UN80, we’re listening and empowering youth to shape the future #ForPeopleForPlanet. @UN_Albania | @UNYouthAffairs

1.1 billion people 🌍 live in multidimensional poverty. 887 million live in regions exposed to at least 1 of 4 climate hazards: high heat, drought, floods & air pollution. Explore our new #MultidimensionalPoverty Index 2025 w/ @ophi_oxford: go.undp.org/ioE #EndPoverty

80 years of #WorldFoodDay, and we’re celebrating it at the @World_FoodForum! @JayashriW joined the panel to highlight UNAI's partnership w/ the @FAO elearning Academy - empowering early-career scholars to tackle food insecurity, climate change & inequality. #WFF2025 #FAO80

🧠 #MentalHealth gets just 2% of health budgets—unchanged since 2017 🧠 Spending: >$50 in rich nations, <$1 in poorer ones 🧠 Only 13 mental health workers per 100K people globally. This is a global equity crisis 🚨 #WorldMentalHealthDay

Decent work is a human right. It means dignity, equality, fair income and safe working conditions. For over 100 years, @ilo has worked to achieve social justice & decent work for all. See how on Tuesday’s World Day for Decent Work: ilo.org/topics-and-sec…

Cities are more than bricks & mortar. They are the promise of home. Yet, in our rapidly urbanising world, cities often shoulder the impacts of today’s crises. On this #WorldHabitatDay, let’s build stronger cities that ensure safety & belonging for all. un.org/en/observances…

Thursday's International Day of Non-Violence marks the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, a leader who remained committed to the principle of non-violence, even in the most difficult circumstances. un.org/en/observances…