The ActNow campaign aims to trigger individual action on the defining issue of our time. People around the world have joined to make a difference in all facets of their lives, from the food they eat to the clothes they wear.
Building a fairer, healthier world for everyone
The COVID-19 pandemic has undercut recent health gains, pushed more people into poverty and food insecurity, and amplified gender, social and health inequities. COVID-19 has hit all countries hard, but its impact has been harshest on those communities that were already vulnerable and more likely to experience adverse consequences as a result of measures implemented to contain the pandemic. This World Health Day, we are calling for action to eliminate health inequities, as part of a year-long global campaign to bring people together to build a fairer, healthier world.
Youth Forum: UN chief calls for ‘tangible improvements’ in the face of injustice, poor governance
7 April 2021 — Leaders across the world need to “move beyond platitudes” about young people, and deliver a better future for them all, Secretary-General António Guterres told the 10th Economic and...
COVID-19: WHO chief outlines five ‘vital changes’ to address inequities
7 April 2021 — Investing in equitable production and access to COVID-19 vaccines, tests and treatments, is among five “vital changes” the world needs to make this year to address the inequalities...
Dispelling misinformation, countering vaccine hesitancy vital to beat COVID-19, countries affirm
7 April 2021 — Addressing misinformation and countering vaccine hesitancy features prominently in a political declaration launched at the United Nations General Assembly, as countries pledged to “...





