Press release: Permanent Tribute to 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda Installed at United Nations Headquarters
The statue “Kwibuka Flame of Hope”, a gift from the Republic of Rwanda, was installed on 11 September in the north garden area at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The Kwibuka flame symbolizes the resilience and courage of Rwandans since the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, when more than one million people were systematically killed following years of misinformation, disinformation and hate speech exacerbating ethnic tensions.
Press release: UN-convened panel releases recommendations for governments and industry to guide the global energy transition
With demand for minerals critical to renewable energy technologies expected to almost triple by 2030, a diverse expert panel, convened by the UN Secretary-General, has issued a set of recommendations and guiding principles for governments, industry and other stakeholders to ensure the opportunities of the global energy transition are pursued with equity, justice and sustainability.
World Leaders Must Re-boot Global Cooperation for Today and Tomorrow
Final negotiations are underway in New York for this month’s Summit of the Future, where Heads of State will agree on reforms to the building blocks of global cooperation. The United Nations has convened this unique Summit because of a stark fact: global problems are moving faster than the institutions designed to solve them.
Kenyan stakeholders discuss ways to take forward UN Global Principles for Information Integrity
More than 50 active members of the UNESCO supported National Coalition on Freedom of Expression and Content Moderation in Kenya including civil society organisations, influencers, legal experts, media stakeholders and United Nations entities in Kenya met at the United Nations Office at Nairobi early September to propose ideas for implementing the recently-launched voluntary UN Global Principles for Information Integrity.
Planning ahead: 5 things to know about the UN’s landmark Summit of the Future
Is there another way the world could be run? And in the face so much global turmoil, how can we make the future fairer? This September, a major event at UN Headquarters is being billed as once in a generation opportunity for the international community to grapple with these questions, and forge a new path, for the benefit of all.
Put people at the centre of urban policies, says new UN-Habitat chief
The new head of the UN agency working to make cities more sustainable is optimistic about how urban planning can meet people’s need for adequate housing - while also protecting the planet.
Financing and monitoring progress key, say Kenya civil society ahead of Summit of the Future
Ahead of next month’s Summit of the Future where world leaders are expected to commit to rebooting international cooperation, members of the Kenya’s civil society met to discuss the proposed Summit outcomes, and the collaboration needed to implement the finally-agreed global agreements in the country.
UN General Assembly recognizes Kiswahili Language Day
This historic resolution highlights Kiswahili's role in fostering unity, socio-economic development, and cultural diversity.
The United Nations General Assembly – the main policymaking body of the UN – in July adopted a historic resolution recognising 7th July as the World Kiswahili Language Day.
Empowering Africa's Youth: A Commitment to Our Future
Supporting Africa’s youth through digital literacy, greater participation in democratic processes, and active involvement in climate action are crucial steps to foster economic growth and sustainable development of the continent.
Remarks by UN Secretary-General's Call to Action on Extreme Heat
The UN chief on Thursday issued an urgent call to action to better protect billions around the world exposed to crippling effects of extreme heat, as global temperature rise continues unabated.
More workers than ever are losing the fight against heat stress says ILO
GENEVA (ILO News) – A new report from the International Labour Organization (ILO), Heat at work: Implications for safety and health, warns that more workers are being exposed to heat stress worldwide. The new data reveals that regions previously unaccustomed to extreme heat will face increased risks, while workers in already hot climates will confront ever more dangerous conditions.
How African countries can halve road crashes by 2030
In September 2021, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming the Second Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030, with the ambitious target of preventing at least 50 percent of road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030.
Press release:With less than one fifth of targets on track, world is failing to deliver on promise of the Sustainable Development Goals, warns new UN report
New York, 28 June – With just six years remaining, current progress falls far short of what is required to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Without massive investment and scaled up action, the achievement of the SDGs...
PRESS RELEASE: UN launches recommendations for urgent action to curb harm from spread of mis and disinformation and hate speech. Global Principles for Information Integrity address risks posed by advances in AI
United Nations, New York, 24 June 2024 – The world must respond to the harm caused by the spread of online hate and lies while robustly upholding human rights, United Nations Secretary- General António Guterres said today at the launch of the United Nations Global Principles for Information Integrity.
The UN Secretary-General Remarks to Launch The Global Principles For Information Integrity
Good afternoon, distinguished members of the media.
The spread of hatred and lies online is causing grave harm to our world.
Misinformation, disinformation and hate speech are fueling prejudice and violence; exacerbating divisions and conflicts; demonizing minorities; and compromising the integrity of elections.
Today, I am pleased to present a starting point for solutions: the United Nations Global Principles for Information Integrity.