In Viet Nam, women entrepreneurs and farmers are dealing with the first hand impacts of climate change. A joint UN programme is helping them access finance and technology to cope better with disasters and safeguard their livelihoods.
Zambia has embarked on a transformative journey towards a digital future, making significant strides in recent years. The United Nations Country Team in Zambia, led by Resident Coordinator Beatrice Mutali, is helping embrace digital technologies can accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals by driving efficiency, inclusivity, and innovation.
As I prepare to conclude my five-year tenure as the UN Resident Coordinator in Peru, I reflect on how challenging and fulfilling these years have been and their culmination in many achievements for the UN in Peru. In this time, I have had to work closely with different teams managing the resources available to support the government in advancing developmental work in Peru.
World leaders on Sunday adopted the Pact for the Future, a landmark declaration pledging concrete actions towards a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for tomorrow’s generations.
Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.
Digital entrepreneurship has the tremendous potential to create jobs, bridge inequalities and unlock new opportunities for a sustainable future. The Joint SDG Fund is directing investments towards digital solutions for enterprises to flourish and boost economies.
In Jordan, young people are taking the lead in the digital world. Through UN-supported initiatives, they're developing essential digital skills, combating misinformation, and becoming agents of change.
