Kevin Petrini

Challenges cannot be resolved in isolation; nor should we operate in silos. In a world grappling with profound social, political, & environmental issues, unity is our strength. Together, we can #BuildBackBetter for peace and prosperity. #UNDay #LeaveNoOneBehind

Love is in the air--along with drones🛰️💕 Witnessed the FSM Land Degradation Neutrality team inspect these tools for land mapping today. Better data for better care, paving the way for more sustainable land use across FSM🇫🇲

Welcoming the new @UNMicronesia Resident Coordinator Tapan Mishra in our UNDP Pohnpei🇫🇲 office! Great discussions on strengthening partnerships for sustainable development in the North Pacific. Excited to collaborate! 🤝

Pleased to have held the Annual Programme Review with the Government of FSM 🇫🇲, assessing progress in sustainable energy, disaster resilience & climate action. Strong partnerships drive real impact across the islands.

Happy Independence Day to our Nauruan friends and partners! Today, we celebrate the resilience, unity, and rich heritage of Nauru🇳🇷 @UNDP_Pacific is proud to stand with you on your journey toward sustainable development and a brighter future 🙌

From launching e-buses to visiting Nauru’s last natural forest, this mission was a powerful reminder of @UNDP_Pacific’s impact in driving change across the region together with our partners. Check out my new vlog to learn more! ➡️ youtu.be/t3m6pyresxM?fe…

From launching e-buses to visiting Nauru’s last natural forest, DRR @KevinPetrini's latest vlog highlights our work in this unique island nation. See how partnerships drive change. Watch here: youtu.be/t3m6pyresxM #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture

“A doctor can only treat patients. A doctor can only help the people who are shot or who are injured. But a politician can stop people from injuries. A politician can take a step so that no person is scared tomorrow.” - @Malala Yousafzai, @UN Messenger of Peace #MondayMotivation

Strengthening digital governance in Pohnpei 🇫🇲 Recently, under the @EU_Commission - funded Pacific Digital Democracy Initiative, civil servants joined a 4-day training equipping them to deliver inclusive digital solutions. @UniSouthPacific @KevinPetrini

It has been a productive three plus years and I thank FSM National Government and Pohnpei State Government for their strong support in establishing a fully functioning UN MCO Micronesia covering Palau, FSM, Marshall Islands, Nauru and Kiribati. gov.fm/the-fsm-govern…

Wrapping up a week of discussions on digital transformation here in Pohnpei. UNDP is taking a whole of society approach building digital readiness aligning national, regional and global strategies. With thanks to @UniSouthPacific and the @EUPasifika we had a successful workshop.

Some of Nauru’s 🇳🇷 last indigenous forest 🌳

In one hand is phosphate and in the other hand is limestone. Can you tell the difference? While in Nauru 🇳🇷 last week, I learned about phosphate mining in Nauru which is inextricably linked to Nauru’s past and future.

Saying goodbye to Nauru 🇳🇷 today. It has been a full week of strategic engagements with partners. Thank you 🙏🏽 to the Government of Nauru for your leadership. Here is my parting shot at 5am of the setting moon before getting on the plane ✈️ back to Pohnpei. See you next year!

Proud to celebrate this milestone with our partners in Nauru! Together with DCCNR, we launched the island’s first e-Bus—tackling transport challenges & advancing #CleanEnergy goals🙌 Congratulations to all! @thegef @UNDP_Pacific

Honored to have co-chaired the SMARTEN Project's Board Meeting in Nauru 🇳🇷 and discuss ways forward. Big things ahead as we prepare for tomorrow’s exciting launch—watch this space! 🥳🚌🔋 @thegef @UNDP_Pacific

Ekamawir omo! In Nauru 🇳🇷 this week for project handovers & bilateral meetings. Grateful to our partners @theGEF, @DFAT, & @MFATNZ for your steadfast support 🙏

In my vlogger era 📽️😄   All jokes aside, my team and I put together this short clip to share some highlights from our recent North Pacific missions—showcasing our work, the people we meet & the stories that inspire us.    Like this post if you’d like to see more!

A small water reservoir in Yap🇫🇲 assists communities during drought, thanks to the generous support of @JapanGov 🇯🇵 This collaboration shows the power of partnerships in building resilience 🙏 Even needed to take a #tomsawyer raft across the pond for inspection

Today UNDP handed over the key 🔑 to the refurbished day care center to Yap Women’s Association. UNDP is proud to be supporting families with this important space #family #daycare #landofstonemoney

Honored to engage with the Council of Tamol in Yap State. Such dialogues guide our efforts to strengthen resilience while respecting and upholding culture and tradition, ensuring we leave no one behind.