As climate hazards increasingly impact national planning and daily life in Palau, the UN is working with the Government and civil society to build resilient shelters that support people, planet, prosperity and peace, ensuring that no one is left behind.
After national reforms disrupted Lesotho's agriculture network, the UN supported the Government in parlaying its strong wool and mohair industries to the world of ethical fashion through localised training in fibre processing, quality control and design.
After El Niño floods upended the lives of nearly 300,000 people in Burundi, the UN Global Emergency Fund is reaching displaced communities in Gateri with both an emergency response and integrated support that enhances self-reliance for a sustainable future.
Through anticipatory action, the Guatemalan Government and UN agencies are supporting vulnerable agricultural communities by funding essential activities that pre-empt climate impacts, thereby reducing economic and food losses.
The Blue Peace Financing Initiative invests in solar-powered water kiosks and public toilets across Freetown with support from the UN and partners, providing a scalable model for inclusive, sustainable urban development and innovative financing.
Working with multilateral partners, the UN Jamaica team's agencies tapped into their fields of expertise to ensure an efficient response after Hurricane Melissa made landfall. A resilient recovery is now vital to securing a sustainable future for all Jamaicans.
The International Organization for Migration and the Ministry of Communities and Return are implementing the Community Stabilisation Programme to empower communities with key resources that elevate their skills into sustainable livelihoods.
As Brazil hosts COP30 in the heart of the Amazon, the Resident Coordinator's Office has been leading the UN in supporting local and national partners to implement inclusive, ambitious climate projects that will endure long after the conference.
From creating home-based daycare services to opening child-friendly spaces, the UN's support in providing new childcare services has brought significant social and economic benefits to families. This coordinated focus on leaving no one behind is at the heart of this week's World Social Summit.
A new multilateral programme in Albania addresses critical socio-economic challenges for the most vulnerable communities, including high youth unemployment, poverty, and inadequate access to quality care services. As the world partakes in the World Social Summit, investing in similar social protection programmes is key to securing a sustainable future for all.
