Seeing. Hearing. Communicating. Moving freely. Many of us take these for granted. But what if you are a child who experiences difficulties in one, or more, of these areas? In a fairer world, you would have the support of assistive technology to reach your full potential, helping you function, be independent, participate in society and guarantee your overall well-being.
“We won’t solve our problems with the same thinking that created them,” warned UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed at a special event on the sidelines of the High-Level Political Forum 2024, urging Member States and partners alike to embrace collaboration and invest in key green and digital transition areas that can catapult the world to achieve the SDGs by 2030.
Countries worldwide are accelerating progress towards the SDGs by embracing transformative approaches, with RCs and UN teams supporting national governments to drive systemic change.
Launch of a global road safety campaign, #MakeASafetyStatement, aiming to halve road-related fatalities by 2030. In collaboration with celebrities and partners, the campaign raises awareness and mobilizes political will for action. UN teams in Guatemala and South Africa are implementing targeted initiatives to address local challenges and foster safer roads.
The latest Sustainable Development Goals Report reveals a concerning lack of progress and urges for urgent action to address poverty, hunger, climate change, and conflict.
“It’s climate crunch time” when it comes to tackling rising carbon emissions, the UN Secretary-General said at the American Natural History Museum in New York on Wednesday, stressing that while the need for global action is unprecedented, so too are the opportunities for prosperity and sustainable development.
The UN Development System achieves significant efficiency gains, saving half a billion dollars in 2023. By streamlining operations, consolidating functions, and embracing innovative solutions, the UN is maximizing resources to better serve people and the planet.
From 14-16 May 2024, the United Nations headquarters in New York was abuzz with discussions as representatives of Member States, UN entities, and Resident Coordinators from various countries gathered for the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Segment on Operational Activities for Development.
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.
