Happy #WorldWildlifeDay! 🦁🐘🐝🐼
From the smallest insects to the largest mammals, every species plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy & balanced ecosystem.
Let's commit to making positive changes to protect & conserve our wildlife: on.unesco.org/3qCRjhH #ForNature
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The #ocean provides the air we breathe, the food we eat & regulates our climate. Yet, we barely know its mysteries.
To #SaveOurOcean, we must understand it.
Let the ocean be your teacher.
🌊 unesco.org/en/ocean
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The Ocean is a safe haven for biodiversity and preserves human history — its study and protection go hand in hand.
More on UNESCO's and actions to research & preserve #CulturalHeritage during #OceanDecade: on.unesco.org/3sKH3oe
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Since the start of the war, UNESCO is mobilised in #Ukraine to #ProtectHeritage by:
🔵 Preventing destruction & looting
🔵 Assessing the damage to alert the international community
🔵 Fighting against the illicit trafficking of cultural property
on.unesco.org/3wc0PN9
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Less than 20% of the world’s ocean has been explored so far.
That's not a lot.
But it is enough for us to know that the 🌊 is threatened by global warming, acidification & pollution.
Read more in the 👇 on.unesco.org/2KQx7HY #OceanDecade #SaveOurOcean
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Forests are more than just a collection of trees - they're the lungs of our 🌎!
As #WorldHeritage forests cover 69 M hectares of land, we have a unique opportunity to mitigate the effects of climate change.
More: whc.unesco.org/en/forests/ #OneForestSummit
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Inspiring words from our Champion for the Ocean and Youth, Maya Gabeira 🌊.
His role in promoting 's advocacy on ocean sustainability issues is crucial.
Listen to her powerful message for #COP15, about the importance of #biodiversity for our planet.
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What Next for Women & Girls in #Afghanistan?
Their future is at stake.
Raise your voice to #LetAfghanGirlsLearn: on.unesco.org/3EQHsN7 #CSW67
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#CSW67 Side Event: What Next for Women&Girls in #Afghanistan? Practical Ways Forward: Inclusive & Quality #Education
9 March, 3-4.30 pm
Co-hosts: @4afghanwomen, @UAEMissionToUN, @UKUN_NewYork, @UNESCO, @UN_Women, @giwps
Register: bit.ly/WFA-03093
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Have you ever fallen for disinformation?
Let us know in the comments 👇
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#WorldHeritage forests play an essential role in regulating climate.
For the 1st time, our report has estimated how much CO2 they absorb & release.
Learn more about our findings: on.unesco.org/3biX3pj #ClimateChange
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📣SAVE THE DATE
#CSW67 Side Event: What Next for Women&Girls in #Afghanistan? Practical Ways Forward: Inclusive & Quality #Education
📅9 March, 3-4.30 pm
Co-hosts: , , , , ,
Register: bit.ly/WFA-0309
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The Titanic, laying in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean since it sank in 1912, is in danger: expeditions to the site, pollution and bacterium are disintegrating the wreck. It is, predicted to disappear by 2050.
Learn more about #UnderwaterHeritage: on.unesco.org/3o8cXsj
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Powerful words spoken by 's Director-General, .
The battle against the loss of #biodiversity is relentless, but it is one we must all fight for.
As the #OneForestSummit is underway, learn about our work to preserve forest biodiversity: whc.unesco.org/en/forests/
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#WorldHeritage and #biodiversity go hand in hand 🤝
Shark Bay is a refuge for many globally threatened species of plants & animals.
It also has one of the largest & most diverse seagrass beds in the world!
Learn more about our commitment #ForNature: on.unesco.org/3qCRjhH
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Forests are a lifeline for over 1.6 billion people worldwide - providing medicine, food, fuel & shelter.
Let's work together to protect these vital ecosystems and support the more than 2,000 indigenous cultures who depend on them 🌳🌿
whc.unesco.org/en/forests/ #OneForestSummit
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Happy #WorldSeagrassDay! 🌱
Did you know that seagrass beds are our #ClimateAction ally?
That's right! 🙌
As a part of our marine #WorldHeritage sites, they help store the same amount of carbon as about 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions in 2018.
on.unesco.org/3kJOXOK
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The is seeking to build a management team that will lead the successful implementation of its vision.
There are four opportunities to join the team. Check them out 👇
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In one year, has mobilised more than US$ 28 million to support people and communities on the ground in #Ukraine.
Thank you 🇦🇹, 🇨🇦, 🇩🇰, 🇫🇷, 🇧🇪, , 🇮🇪, 🇯🇵, 🇱🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇲🇨, 🇸🇰, 🇪🇸,🇨🇭, , 🇬🇧, and partners!
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#WednesdayWisdom from Jane Goodall!
Young people hold the key to creating a better future 🗝️
They are the driving agents of change and progress within our society.
Let's empower and support them in their journey towards a brighter tomorrow. 🌍🌿
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Forests are an unsung hero in the battle against #ClimateChange! 🌳🌿
They store up to 13 billion tonnes of carbon in their trees and soil.
Let's protect our forests and keep carbon in the ground 💪
on.unesco.org/3IwGpTz #OneForestSummit
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In the #OceanDecade, no one is left behind.✨ Together, we can co-design and co-deliver new initiatives to help #SaveOurOcean🌊
Join us at the Our Ocean Conference 👉 oceandecade.org/our-ocean-conf
#SDG14 #Ocean
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Forests are an unsung hero in the battle against #ClimateChange! 🌳🌿
They store up to 13 billion tonnes of carbon in their trees and soil.
Let's protect our forests and keep carbon in the ground 💪
on.unesco.org/3IwGpTz #OneForestSummit
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In #Iraq, female journalists are now able to report harassment via a new digital platform.
Judges, like Mohsen Al Tamimi, see the benefits: “if attacks are reported, the judiciary system will be able to follow up on cases, threats and risks”.
Read more: on.unesco.org/3ZtZxbG
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We only have one planet; there is no plan B.
We have a collective responsibility to quickly change course and restore a peaceful relationship with nature.
Change starts with you.
Learn more: on.unesco.org/3IYoS88
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#Forests are under immense pressure.
At least 10 #WorldHeritage sites have contributed to global warming by emitting more carbon than sequestering it over the past 20 years.
Find out more: on.unesco.org/3FlOgRt #OneForestSummit
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The edge of a precipice. That’s where we stand now.
It's time we change the narrative around digital platforms, and it starts with building an #InternetForTrust!
Find out more on the outcome of the conference: on.unesco.org/3Y0BDDt
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Of an estimated 8.1 million species, 1 million face extinction, many within decades.
The ocean is no exception to this mass extinction.
We must #ActNow to protect it.
Learn more: unesco.org/en/ocean #OceanSummit
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#DYK #WorldHeritage forests cover roughly twice the size of 🇩🇪?
Ahead of the #OneForestSummit, find out how these forests play a crucial role in fighting #ClimateChange in our report ⬇️
on.unesco.org/3FlOgRt
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During #BlackHistoryMonth, we honour the trailblazing scholar, activist, and author; Angela Davis.
Davis has dedicated her life to fighting for racial, gender and economic justice.
Her work continues to inspire us to challenge oppression and work towards a more just world!
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Protecting forests is one of the most effective ways to combat climate change. 🌳🌿
Forests are invaluable in our efforts to build a sustainable future.
Let's take climate action today for a greener tomorrow!
Ahead of OneForestSummit, discover our work: on.unesco.org/3IwGpTz
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The war puts practices of #LivingHeritage in #Ukraine under threat.
To preserve culture of Ukrainian #Borscht cooking, has inscribed it on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
Learn about this practice: on.unesco.org/3R1oeIX
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Empathy. Creativity. Critical thinking.
These skills must be added as pillars of education as #Ai becomes part of our society, writes .
Read more in 's special issue on #Education: on.unesco.org/3I6Mvsv
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Despite social platforms flagging possibly-dangerous organisations, we often still see groups spreading rumours and lies about climate change and profiting from their activities.
Should social platforms benefit from disinformation?
Comment below ⬇️
✅ YES
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Happy #PolarBearDay! 🐻❄️
Today we celebrate these big fluffy creatures and raise awareness about the significant challenges they face due to climate change.
Let's work together to protect their habitat and ensure their survival for generations to come.
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Could you contribute to the development & implementation of UNESCO's digital content strategy & communications?
Check out these 2 job opportunities. Share or apply by 2 March!
📌HEAD OF UNIT (PRESS) on.unesco.org/3Sw6whX
📌HEAD OF UNIT (DIGITAL CONTENT) on.unesco.org/3IY58Bq
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Mangroves are key to the wellbeing, food security & protection of coastal communities worldwide.
Yet they are disappearing 3-5 times faster than global forest losses.
's #BiosphereReserves offer a blueprint for protecting these unique ecosystems: on.unesco.org/3FbJus5
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Since the beginning of the war, has been closely monitoring the situation on the ground.
Learn how culture, education and information in Ukraine have been impacted by war ⬇️
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Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine one year ago, has worked to protect journalists, safeguard cultural heritage and much more.
Learn about their efforts. unesco.org/en/ukraine-war
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Since the beginning of the war, has been closely monitoring the situation on the ground.
Learn how culture, education and information in Ukraine have been impacted by war ⬇️
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We must make sure #ArtificialIntelligence is developed for us and not against us!
To harness #Ai for social good it must be ethical and human-centered.
To help us do this, we launched the very first recommendation on #AiEthics.
Find out more: on.unesco.org/37DM871
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