September 2021
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The way we live is at stake due to climate change. There is no time to lose in this fight against its consequences and the irreversible change.
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September 2021
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In the wee hours of one morning last November, 64-year-old fisher Julian Bata and his wife were awakened by the howling of the wind against their dried grass roof and loud cracks of thunder — sounds that are all too familiar to the members of their coastal community on Manaet Island in the Philippines.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
August 2021
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On a two-day mission to Haiti, the UN deputy chief said on Friday that relief teams are “working day and night”, and that she was struck by the resilience of the Haitian people, who had mobilized quickly to support their neighbours in the aftermath of last week’s massive earthquake and subsequent tropical storm.
Humanitarian Aid
August 2021
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Action 2030 Blog
In the southern region of Madagascar, hundreds of thousands of people are suffering from one of the worst droughts in the region in 40 years. In the town of Amboasary Atsimo, for example, about 75 per cent of the population is facing severe hunger and 14,000 people are on the brink of famine. UN Resident Coordinator Issa Sanogo recently visited the region, where the population is facing a severe humanitarian crisis.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
Climate Action
August 2021
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Socotra, south of the Arabian Peninsula, means “island abode of bliss” in Sanskrit. It is a hub for people on holiday from around the world who go to enjoy the breathtaking landscape and fascinating fauna, as well as diving, snorkeling, and trekking.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
August 2021
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In celebration of International Indigenous Peoples Day and the upcoming International Youth Day, we share a courageous story of how indigenous children battled a mysterious being that consumed their village: COVID-19..
August 2021
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Announcement
On 2 July, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Savina Ammassari of Brazil as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Gabon, with the host Government’s approval.
August 2021
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Story
It’s been six months since the military coup in Myanmar where there’s grave concern over the widening impact of the deepening political, human rights and humanitarian crisis affecting the country’s people.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
COVID-19
July 2021
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Human trafficking is a crime that strips people of their rights, ruins their dreams, and robs them of their dignity.
The Blue Heart Campaign encourages everyone to get involved: raise awareness and inspire action to help
stop human trafficking and to fight its impact on society.
July 2021
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Story
The UN country teams continue their efforts to provide local and national authorities worldwide support in the fight against COVID-19. Today, we highlight some of those efforts.
COVID-19