Involving women and youth is at the heart of this movement. Resident Coordinators (RC) play a pivotal role in orchestrating a unified approach within the UN system and its specialized agencies to advance this inclusive vision. They draw on the strengths of each UN entity – at global, regional and country level—to craft a comprehensive response that addresses local needs to ensure no one is left behind, with development actions deeply rooted in local realities.
Five years on, the reinvigorated Resident Coordinator system has become the beating heart of the UN’s development efforts.
Together, we have realized the vision of the historic development system reforms. And the dividends are tangible.
Urgent and scaled-up actions, policies and investments for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Latin America and Caribbean region. This was UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed’s call as she met with UN entities and programmes in Chile last week under the auspices of the Regional Collaborative Platform.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Muhannad Hadi of Jordan as his new Deputy Special Coordinator, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process.
Sudan was plunged into an ongoing, devastating war one year ago on 15 April, marking the beginning of a relentless conflict that has become one of the world's worst humanitarian tragedies in recent memory.
The UN in Mali, through the leadership of the RC and various UN entities, are helping pave the way for women to have their voices heard in peacebuilding and political processes, along with being economically empowered.
Drought and cost spikes have been taking a toll on rural smallholders. A FAO-UNDP joint programme is bringing relief to farmers by providing seeds, fertilizers, emergency assistance and support to sustainable agriculture.
The Maldives takes bold action to combat climate change, pioneering a comprehensive early warning system. The UN Resident Coordinator's Office plays a crucial role in this effort, championing the 'Early Warnings for All' initiative to protect lives and build resilient communities.
