Across Iraq, people are building peace every day with support from the UN through education, inclusion, economic opportunities and reconciliation, laying the foundation for sustainable development even as the country grapples with the wounds of conflict.
As the world marks International Youth Day, the UN is working with governments, communities and young people to strengthen opportunities, livelihoods and participation in public life amid the challenges facing youth today.
Speaking to the Security Council, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged countries to prioritise justice, prevention of exploitation, peaceful conflict resolution and climate analysis as critical minerals open new avenues for sustainability.
By combining access to finance, skills development, market opportunities and fair policy frameworks, the UN and partners are helping create environments where micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises across the world can flourish.
Through the UN 2.0 initiative, Resident Coordinators and UN Country Teams are investing in new skills, digital capabilities, data and innovation to continue supporting governments' national priorities as they navigate uncertainty and pursue a sustainable future.
Countries are managing global shocks and declines in official development assistance by finding practical ways to finance development, from new investment models to debt relief tools and stronger partnerships.
The UN Deputy Secretary-General delivers remarks at the briefing with Member States on the recalibration of the Resident Coordinator system, highlighting progress in supporting national priorities, as well as the changing contexts in which Resident Coordinators Offices operate.
As many micro-entrepreneurs in Uganda lack the required data for financial lenders, the UN is working with local and private sector partners to support them in digitising their operations, building business skills and becoming visible to financial service providers.
With a package of seeds, training and micro greenhouses, women in Afghanistan are able to feed their families and improve their livelihoods while forming community bonds with support from the UN's Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
Agriculture and fisheries
SDG 5: Gender Equality
Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Jobs and Livelihoods
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
SDG 17: Partnerships
Public engagement and partnerships
SDG 1: No Poverty
Poverty reduction
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