📸: 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
Everyone deserves a life free from fear.
States have a legal responsibility to allow those fleeing to seek safety, and to not forcibly return refugees.
Every day, humanitarians work in the midst of disasters, conflicts & other crises, risking their lives to help others.
On Friday's #WorldHumanitarianDay, join us in celebrating the courage & dedication of these real-life heroes. https://worldhumanitarianday.org via
What defines you?
For WFP, it's the passion, dedication, and professionalism of our 20,000+ staff around the world, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity. 💙#WHD2022#WorldHumanitarianDay
deplored a deadly blast in a Kabul Mosque, the latest in a disturbing series of bombings which have killed & injured more than 250 people in recent weeks.
We've seen floods.
We've seen heatwaves.
We've seen cyclones.
So many young people - who are seeing that the present is already catastrophic - ask themselves: What kind of future am I walking into?
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✅ Guides missions on best practices to keep civilians safe from mines
✅ Works in the field to remove mines so peace can be safely pursued
✅ Unites communities over demining efforts and practices
👉🏿http://ow.ly/cpBK50KfimE
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
Thursday marks four years since the passing of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, who has been regarded by so many as a guiding force for good.
Today and every day, we remember him.
https://un.org/en/about-us/nobel-peace-prize/kofi-annan-2001…
Individuals and policymakers can help secure a healthier planet through their sustainable choices. Research shows that lifestyle changes could help the planet cut emissions by up to 70% by 2050.
Discover what you can do to tackle the climate crisis ⤵️
Anyone can catch viruses including #COVID19 and monkeypox, regardless of their age, gender, nationality, sexual orientation or any other factor.
Viruses don't discriminate and neither should we.
#SolidarityNotStigma
Afghanistan is one of the longest-standing refugee situations of our time.
Here is everything you need to know about the Afghanistan humanitarian emergency.
More: https://bit.ly/3PPr42i
urges the int'l community to listen to countries specially affected by #ClimateChange, like Bangladesh, and act with unity, purpose & solidarity to deploy the resources needed to make the right to a healthy environment a reality: http://ow.ly/4YVQ50KlHBQ
As we face the climate crisis, nations continue to play the blame game instead of taking responsibility for our collective future.
We cannot continue this way.
We must rebuild trust and come together -- to keep 1.5 degrees alive and to build climate-resilient communities.
Attacks on journalists are attacks on freedom of expression. Now, more than ever, we need facts and press freedom.
Defending journalism is standing up for democracy.
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Coral reefs are on the frontline of the #ClimateCrisis due to their sensitivity to warming seas. They are also facing a range of local threats and stressors, including overfishing and unsustainable coastal development.
We must #ActNow#ForNature.
More: https://bit.ly/3Dkw4Wf
The delivery of this malaria vaccine will bring hope to so many families.
In 2020, nearly half a million children died from malaria in Africa alone, a rate of one death per minute.
has left Ukraine.
This is an important milestone in efforts to get Ukrainian grain back into global markets & to countries worst affected by the global food crisis.
Young people have been ignored in climate decisions for far too long. It's their present & their future that’s at stake. Their concerns & their solutions must be at the 💚 of all decision-making.
See how we're engaging youth through our #ClimatePromise: https://bit.ly/3w07WXO