Learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals! On our student resources page you will find plenty of materials for young people and adults alike. Share with your family and friends to help achieve a better world for all.
The contribution of millets to nutrition and development
The International Year of Millets, which began in 2023, is nearing its end. It has been an invaluable opportunity to spotlight the nutritional and health benefits of millets, as well as their adaptability to challenging growing conditions, including climate change and minimal inputs. Consequently, they offer an ideal solution for nations seeking to diminish dependence on imported grains. If you're intrigued by the diversity and culinary potential of millets, explore this recipe book with enticing recipes from various regions, cuisines and cooking skills. Join the closing event organized by FAO.
First Person: ‘We had to avoid stepping on the bodies in the streets’ in Darfur
27 March 2024 — A former UN staff member who worked for a decade in Sudan’s Darfur region for the African Union-United Nations mission, UNAMID, has told UN News how she had to “avoid stepping on...
Gaza war: ‘Direct hits’ on more than 200 schools since Israeli bombing began
27 March 2024 — The intense Israeli bombardment of Gaza in response to Hamas-led terror attacks in Israel has included “direct hits” on 212 schools in the enclave, UN-partnered analysis indicated...
With 783 million people going hungry, a fifth of all food goes to waste
27 March 2024 — While a third of humanity faces food insecurity, an equivalent of one billion meals go to waste every day, a new report by the UN environment agency (UNEP) revealed on Wednesday....