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A UN programme, funded by the joint SDG Fund is transforming lives for seaweed farmers in Zanzibar and beyond.

In 2025, the urgency of climate action is undeniable. Spotlighting ten solutions that prove that scaling action now can drive justice, jobs, resilience and still bend the curve towards the 1.5-degree limit.

In Lebanon, amid overlapping economic and political crises, a new generation of young women is rising to the challenge, turning adversity into agency. University campuses are emerging as critical avenues where young women claim their rights and step into leadership roles and shape the country’s future socio-political landscapes.

The stakes are clear: digital transformation can either widen divides or bridge them. Through its work with UN agencies and the Resident Coordinators, the Joint SDG Fund has been investing in digital transformation across the world, shaping interlinked policies and channeling investments to country-led initiatives.

In Guatemala, a UN-backed programme has trained public officials and civil society leaders in conflict resolution and empowered Indigenous women to take on leadership roles, strengthening the foundations for peace and inclusive development.

The reality is that change is happening, and it affects our everyday lives. From grassroots initiatives to national policy, we are seeing progress that is real, measurable, collective and worth scaling up. 

With the Amazon at the crossroads of climate action, biodiversity, and inclusive development, UN Resident Coordinator in Brazil Silvia Rucks reflects on how community-driven solutions, backed by the Brazil–UN Fund with support from Canada, are fostering resilience, equity, and hope across the region. 

Moldova's healthcare has grown by leaps and bounds. It is the result of a clear national vision, consistent investment, and strong partnerships.