Local action is powering global progress on decent work, as UN Resident Coordinators lead Country Teams in driving transformative initiatives worldwide.
Youth around the world gathered to discuss the clean energy transition, responding to the UN Secretary-General's call for accelerating action against fossil fuels. Led by Resident Coordinators and Country Teams, these youth-driven events emphasized energy justice, economic dignity, and a liveable planet.
Global life expectancy increased by an astonishing five years between 2000 and 2019. And then since the COVID-19 pandemic, it slid backwards by almost two. More than 110 million children have entered school since 2015 – but by 2023, 272 million children still had no access to the classroom.
The UN, through its Resident Coordinators, is actively implementing blended finance initiatives worldwide and attracting significant private capital where it's needed most.
UN Country Teams, led by their Resident Coordinators in diverse settings like Nepal, Niger, Panama, and Saudi Arabia, are demonstrating how to translate pledges made at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) into tangible impact.
By pioneering innovative financing mechanisms and fostering partnerships, the UN is helping Jamaica unlock new capital, drive inclusive growth, and lead the way for other Small Island Developing States.
Amidst recent attacks and ongoing challenges in Iran, the UN Resident Coordinator emphasizes the UN's unwavering commitment to delivering critical aid and supporting long-term recovery.
Micro-, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises are vital drivers of global development, innovation, and inclusion. Resident Coordinators and UN Country Teams are empowering these businesses in multiple ways.
