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@Kathy_Calvin

Advocate. Storyteller. Champion for girls. Motorcycle rider. Tri-sector athlete. Former President & CEO of .

Washington, DC
unfoundation.org
Joined May 2013
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  1. Pinned Tweet
    25 Nov 2019

    Today, I’m wearing orange in solidarity. Violence against women & girls has no place in our world. At the , we’re taking action with all in the fight to , & in tribute to our deeply cherished colleague.

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  2. 12 Aug 2020

    Challenge accepted, ! Join me and for and ’s global challenge this .

    5 replies . 8 retweets 39 likes
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  3. 20 Dec 2019

    My greatest honor has been to support the awesome leadership of UN Deputy Secretary-General in making our world a better place for everyone. 🙏🏽♥️

    You rock! Thanks for your steady, graceful & strategic stewardship of over the last decade. The appreciates your unwavering partnership & support. Enjoy the well deserved rest.
    2 replies . 6 retweets 75 likes
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  4. 10 Dec 2019

    Human rights are universal and not up for debate. What else is not up for debate? The fact that we ALL have a responsibility to defend human rights for all people. It’s our most important duty as humanity.

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  5. Retweeted
    10 Dec 2019

    As of Activism against Gender-Based Violence comes to an end, the work to protect girls & women must continue. Our colleague, Jennifer Schlecht devoted her entire career to this work. Please contribute to a fund in her honor. .

    We remember Jennifer as a passionate advocate and a leader in the field of and humanitarian response. At this difficult time we are first and foremost thinking about her family.
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  6. 9 Dec 2019

    I just told the UN Secretary General my solution for a better world, You can too at

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  7. Retweeted
    3 Dec 2019

    🌎Climate Action ✊ Gender Equality ⚕️ Global Health This year, we made massive strides in support of these causes, but that progress 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧 be protected. Donate this and stand with :

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  8. 3 Dec 2019

    I’ve been so proud to see go viral, go global, go creative and GO BIG since a small group of us championed the new idea in 2012. Let's keep it up and give our time, our hearts and our dollars to create the change we need around the world.

    is a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the 🌎🌍🌏.
    2 replies . 9 retweets 58 likes
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  9. 21 Nov 2019

    It has been a profound honor to champion and serve the . Last night reminded me of the progress we have made together, and what more we can do to create a fairer future. Thank you to all who have stepped up to with us!

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    2 replies . 17 retweets 92 likes
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  10. 20 Nov 2019

    Building a world where every child is safe, healthy, and can choose their future is our biggest responsibility. And, our work isn't done until we make that a reality.

    30 years ago today, world leaders made a promise to children: We will keep you safe We will help you learn We will always uphold your right to speak and be heard. Today on , it's time to fulfill the promise of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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  11. 15 Nov 2019

    Thank you to and the extraordinary team for a warm send-off to me and a warm welcome to as incoming President & CEO. 🙏

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    2 replies . 14 retweets 73 likes
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  12. 6 Nov 2019

    Where we see opportunity, we must take it. Where we see progress, we must protect it. Where we see rollbacks, we must mobilize against them. My reflections on progress, pushback, and the path forward for and rights:

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  13. 6 Nov 2019

    Check out this job from United Nations Foundation - come and work with our awesome colleagues at

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  14. 5 Nov 2019

    the best investment to lift 3 billion women & children out of extreme poverty. It's a powerful solution that can transform lives and we don't always talk about it. Let's change that. What does clean cooking mean to you?

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  15. 4 Nov 2019

    Now is THE time for the U.S. to lead – not retreat -- on the crisis. The science is unmistakable: Our window for bold action is closing quickly. Thankfully, there are American leaders – from young people to CEOs – uniting with the world behind the .

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  16. Retweeted
    29 Oct 2019

    We must double down on our efforts to reduce the cost and risk of dementia. Our new report provides actionable recommendations for policymakers, businesses, and communities to defeat the stigma of dementia and change the trajectory of brain health.

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  17. 30 Oct 2019

    Congratulations to 2019 winners of the IWMF Courage in Journalism awards. All amazing women journalists: , , & .

    ICYMI: Our winners – , , , and Anna Nimiriano – are featured on the homepage of today!
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  18. 24 Oct 2019

    74 years. Protecting 1 planet. Feeding 90M ppl/year. Keeping peace through 14 operations. Helping 100M+ people with humanitarian aid. 17 to leave no one behind. The is our best investment in a better world. Happy

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    74 years on, the remains focused on tackling the problems facing people and our planet. On we celebrate the enduring ideals of the UN Charter, but continue to evolve as new problems arise.
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    17 Oct 2019

    🗓️Happening Tomorrow🗓️ The promise of the is to leave no one behind. Join us for the launch of the new X book to discuss how we we can turn this promise into action. RSVP here:

    1 reply . 8 retweets 34 likes
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  20. 16 Oct 2019

    Thank you, !

    progress - walking in the path forged before me by so many ordinary people with extraordinary courage - because those who are trying to force us backward underestimate the power of facts, reason, passion, and resilience and toward the future
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