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Building peace where it starts - in the minds of men & women.

Joined February 2009
Born November 16, 1945

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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Aug 5

    To hate, to racism, to discrimination, we say NO MORE! Stop watching from the sidelines. It's time to speak up and take action. Together, let's ! ▶️

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  2. 4 minutes ago

    Last month, over 1 billion students were affected by school closures. But even before the pandemic, the world was already facing a learning crisis. Now is the time to take action to create quality education systems fit for the future. ➡️

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  3. 4 minutes ago

    "It's the humanitarian collaboration. It's the scientific collaboration, it's the community groups." In the new episode of the podcast, Awake At Night, 's talks with about how everyone can be a responder.

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    3 hours ago

    Conspiracy theories amplify and legitimize misconceptions about the pandemic. They reinforce stereotypes which can fuel violence and violent extremist ideologies. Time to stop the spread. ! ➡️

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  5. 3 hours ago

    Conspiracy theories amplify and legitimize misconceptions about the pandemic. They reinforce stereotypes which can fuel violence and violent extremist ideologies. Time to stop the spread. ! ➡️

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  6. 6 hours ago

    Water is life!!💧 But across the 🌎 billions of people struggle to get access to safe water as well as sanitation. Read more at World Water Development Report:

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  7. 9 hours ago

    What’s the point in building schools, when girls still face gender bias in class rooms? Everyone deserves equal opportunities & a safe learning environment, no matter what gender.

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    12 hours ago

    Now — more than ever, your voice matters, your ideas matter. Share your solutions for a better future, as the UN marks 75 years of working on behalf of people everywhere.

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    Christine was married as a child and was forced to drop out of school. After surviving an abusive marriage, she is on a new path to complete her education and follow her dreams. We are , are you?

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    Aug 13

    Protecting plants = protecting life Learn about what you can do to make a difference from ⬇️ 💚🌱

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  11. 12 hours ago

    Now — more than ever, your voice matters, your ideas matter. Share your solutions for a better future, as the UN marks 75 years of working on behalf of people everywhere.

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  12. 15 hours ago

    We've put together the tools & resources you need to develop  skills. Let's stop the spread of disinformation about . Use empathy. Be critical. . Here's how: 

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    21 hours ago

    It's not just another story you share online. Conspiracy theories are dangerous and have real-life consequences. Be aware of the damage they cause and . ℹ️

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  14. Retweeted
    Aug 14

    Masks can help keep us safe from , along with: 📍 physical distancing 🧴 handwashing 👥👥 avoiding crowds 🤧 covering your mouth & nose when coughing More from on how to & help prevent the spread of :

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  15. Retweeted
    21 hours ago

    Conspiracy theories are dangerous and have real-life consequences.

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    I welcome the & initiative to help citizens identify and counter conspiracy theories. Such theories have harmful consequences and can lead to sexism, racism & xenophobia.

    How do conspiracy theories damage and mislead?

! They indentify an enemy and a plot that can fuel discrimination against a group
! They spread mistrust leading to apathy and radicalisation
! They undermine science and medical advice

#ThinkBeforeSharing

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    🇪🇺 & are working together to help citizens identify and counter conspiracy theories. can undermine , e.g. when targeting people of Asian origin, Jews , Muslims, Roma, and LGBTI+

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  20. 21 hours ago

    It's not just another story you share online. Conspiracy theories are dangerous and have real-life consequences. Be aware of the damage they cause and . ℹ️

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    and conspiracy theories harm the health of our democracies – this has been made very clear in the context of a global pandemic. Citizens must be equipped with useful tools to recognise and debunk them. ➡️

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