📸: The Knotted Gun sculpture at UNHQ in NYC is a universal symbol of non-violence.
The UN works for everyone, everywhere to create a more peaceful and prosperous world for all. https://un.org/en/our-work
The climate crisis affects every country on every continent.
And the number of weather extremes, such as droughts, will become more frequent & severe without urgent #ClimateAction.
Here's how you can #ActNow to protect our planet & our future: http://un.org/actnow
"I encourage women & girls who want to join the UN to trust in themselves and love what they do."
Chief Warrant Officer Kabore Kinda, winner of UN Woman Police Officer of the Year award, explains the key role of women in
Sexual health requires a positive & respectful approach to sexuality & sexual relationships and is fundamental to the overall health & well-being of individuals, couples & families.
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Every child has the right to learn. 📚 Yet, our education systems are failing students.
Without urgent action, our world faces a generational catastrophe.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights has helped improve the lives of millions of people and lay the foundations for a more just world.
See how you can take action to #StandUp4HumanRights: http://standup4humanrights.org
"What's definitely keeping me awake at night about Afghanistan is the lack of openness in the Taliban leadership right now to inclusivity of women in particular."
Former
Afghanistan: The denial of education violates the human rights of women & girls and can leave them more exposed to violence, poverty and exploitation.
All students must be allowed to exercise their right to an education.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine turned 83-year-old Svetlana’s life upside down.
Her home went from sanctuary to shelter.
Svetlana is now one of the millions of people uprooted by the war.
See what
Pakistan: UN is stepping up efforts to help millions of people affected by floods.
More than 1/3 of the country is experiencing flooding following historic monsoon rains.
Your donation can help humanitarians deliver life-saving aid: http://crisisrelief.un.org/pakistan-floods
Thousands of people have been displaced across the Upper Nile State of #SouthSudan following heavy fighting in the Tonga town.
Humanitarians are providing life-saving assistance to meet urgent needs: https://bit.ly/3D01btg
#Literacy Prizes reward 6 outstanding programmes from Brazil, India, Malaysia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates & United Kingdom.
Get to know them as we celebrate #LiteracyDay on 8 September: https://on.unesco.org/3RmSxZV
#PakistanFloods2022:
⚠️ 33 million people affected
⚠️ 6.4 million people in need
⚠️ US $160.3 million urgently needed
People in #Pakistan need relief and protection as torrential rains continue.
You can help: https://bit.ly/3AxWd4f
After decades of progress, an unprecedented number of people have been pushed into extreme levels of hunger.
Millions are living on the verge of famine.
See how
Over 213,000 people across #Somalia are at imminent risk of dying as the drought worsens.
In a bountiful world, no country should experience famine. And no child should die of hunger.
Now is the time for the international community to stand with the people of Somalia.
Millions of people have been affected by the ongoing floods, the death toll is rising, and the government has declared a national emergency.
Donate now to help us distribute life-saving food to families in the areas that are worst hit by the flooding.
⬇️https://donatenow.wfp.org/pakistan-emergency-en/~my-donation…
The #GlobalGoals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.
This month, global leaders will meet at the UNGA & galvanize urgent rescue efforts to put #GlobalGoals back on track.
Learn👇17 goals to transform the world 🌍http://bit.ly/SDGinFocus
Water is fundamental to life on our planet, but it is increasingly in demand & under threat because of the climate crisis.
As #WorldWaterWeek comes to an end, learn how
#Sudan⚠️: 226,200 people have been affected by torrential rains and flash floods.
At least 12,200 houses have been destroyed and 34,200 damaged in 15 out of the 18 states.
More in our weekly round-up: http://bit.ly/3QXsOHG
"Education for the children of Ukraine has been dramatically compromised. After more than 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic and 6 months since the escalation of the war, their physical and mental health is under enormous strain."
Floods increase the risk of diseases transmitted by mosquitos & other arthropods.
To protect yourself:
🦟 Use mosquito repellents
🧥 Wear full-length clothes
🛏️ Use bed nets
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Children in conflict areas are twice as likely to be out of school.
The promise of a healthy meal promotes learning and helps them stay in class. 🍚📚✏️
WFP works with more than 100 countries to set up sustainable national #SchoolFeeding programmes.