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How does one out of five sisters from rural Nigeria grow up to be UN Deputy Secretary-General? 

“This is our moment of opportunity.” -- Secretary-General António Guterres

In a time of turbulence, tumult, and uncertainty, it is critical for everyone to take concrete action to mobilize for peace.

The 2025 report presents how the United Nations Secretariat has translated resources into results over the past year.

"Without the UN, we wouldn’t have made it. I’m proud to be part of an organization that truly saves lives. That’s not just a slogan—it’s my lived reality."

The Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries marked a pivotal moment for the world’s 32 landlocked developing countries.

Today, in partnership with 11 other postal organizations, the United Nations Postal Administration will issue the “Dove of Peace” embroidered stamps.

Anuwar Mohammedamin with OCHA in Ethiopia shares how frontline engagement unlocks humanitarian access in conflict-affected regions.

Luluwa Ali, Head of Coordination and Planning at OCHA in Sana'a, Yemen, shares how she views the Humanitarian Reset as a powerful opportunity for personal growth and self-reflection.

The programme is open to young journalists, aged 22 to 35, from developing countries and countries with economies in transition.

"UN Today" interviews Simon Springett, who has served as a Resident Coordinator for thirteen countries across three duty stations.

Under the leadership of its President, H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang, Member States came together with resilience and determination to address the pressing challenges of our time.

As the UNICEF Representative in Yemen, Peter Hawkins puts boundless energy into helping young people survive one of the world’s most intractable humanitarian crises. 

99 per cent of us breathe polluted air. We can't take it anymore.

Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the arbitrary detention of at least 11 staff members in Yemen on Sunday by the de facto Houthi authorities in areas under their control....

Throughout each decade of its history, the United Nations University has adapted and grown to help the UN and its Member States address emerging global issues.

Every August and September, the city sees a predictable spike in travel-associated infectious diseases as New Yorkers return from summer vacations.

“The moral of the United Nations story is simple: humanity is strongest when we stand as one. Expo 2025 is a celebration of that possibility," Secretary-General António Guterres said.

Since November 1952, the United Nations tour guides have welcomed more than 42 million visitors, offering what for many is their very first, and sometimes, only direct encounter with the UN.

The Joint Inspection Unit has released the first system-wide independent review on how United Nations system organizations prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and abuse.

In the latest "Awake at Night" episode, Ms. van de Perre reflects on the impact of funding cuts on active war zones and shares why she falls for every place she serves.

The establishment of the UN Independent International Scientific Panel on AI and the Global Dialogue on AI Governance marks a step forward in global efforts to harness the benefits of the AI.

In this video, UNEP explains why plastic has become so ubiquitous, used in everything from children’s toys and medical equipment to beauty products and airplanes.

"For nearly two decades, what has prevented progress hasn’t been UNIFIL's performance but the lack of political will to enforce the resolution," writes the Under Secretary-General for Peace...

Fifteen years ago, UN Women was created with a bold mission: to become the United Nation’s powerhouse for gender equality and women’s empowerment.

For World Photo Day, four women photographers who contributed to the "Through Her Lens" exhibit joined in conversation with Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications Melissa Fleming.

"UN News" looks into how – and when – a famine is classified.

Lakes are one of the most vital natural resources on our planet. They serve as a crucial source of fresh water, supporting drinking water supplies, agriculture, and industry.

El Hillo has spent more than thirty years serving refugees in some of the world’s worst conflict zones. When war erupted in his hometown of Khartoum, he had to help his own family flee the...

From the beginning, in 1965, UNDP has worked in partnership to build the foundations for human development and create opportunities for people to thrive.

With the news on Tuesday that a record 383 aid workers were confirmed killed in the line of duty last year, one veteran UN aid worker based in Gaza reaffirmed the resolve of humanitarians...

On World Humanitarian Day, USG Gilles Michaud speaks from Gaza, honoring humanitarian workers and calling for their protection.

Nour AlQattan, a Humanitarian Affairs Officer with OCHA in Kuwait, shares insights into building meaningful partnerships across sectors to elevate OCHA’s role in the region.

Displaced since 2015, for Ibrahim Alahmad, Humanitarian Programme Officer with OCHA Gaziantep, working for the Syria Cross-border Humanitarian Fund is more than a job.

Once again, the spotlight was on African heritage, with the inclusion of four new sites from the continent and the removal of three others from the List of World Heritage in Danger.

The United Nations Postal Administration has issued a set of three stamps, “No Nukes”, in support of UN efforts to promote nuclear disarmament.

“Humility must be at the heart of all we do,” says Edem Wosornu, Director of the Operations and Advocacy Division of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), in this...

The Minamata Convention has taken significant steps to control mercury supply sources and trade, as well as reduce the use, emissions, and releases of mercury.

"I strongly believe humanitarian actors must lead by example, which means ensuring that our systems and personnel adhere to the highest standards of conduct," says OCHA's Zoulfaou Dankourma.

The project preserves ECLAC staff stories, inspiring pride and connection. Explore seven interviews and discover the living legacy of our institution.

“Peace agreements don’t last forever. Peace itself doesn’t last forever, says Nicholas ‘Fink’ Haysom, Head of UNMISS. "These are all issues which require constant engagement by people of good...

“When youth from the margins lead, they don’t just localize the SDGs – they redefine what development means.”

As unmanned aircraft systems technology continues to evolve, its potential to revolutionize emergency healthcare delivery becomes increasingly evident.

The first episode of the new season of this UN podcast features Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees’ Representative to Syria.

AI brings both risks and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. Inclusive, ethical AI can support rights, language and culture — but only if Indigenous Peoples have a role in shaping AI systems....

OCHA's Aldjouma Sow shares why protecting communities from sexual exploitation and abuse is vital to humanitarian work and how respectful dialogue drives real change.

The Dag Hammarskjöld Library is excited to announce the full return of our library training sessions after a brief summer break!

As conflict continues in Ukraine’s front-line areas—especially Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia—humanitarian needs are growing rapidly.

Drawing on independent United Nations evaluations from 2021–2024, this evidence summary informs system-wide decision-making and strengthens pathways toward sustainable food systems.

“Peace is not found, it is built. Brick by brutal brick, with hands that once knew how to fight but now choose to hold instead,” the Nigerian poet and peace activist said to the SummerStage...

The recent Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development was a platform for high-level finance discussions and a reminder of how multilingualism actively supports multilateralism....

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Join the UN’s chief communicator Melissa Fleming as she speaks with extraordinary people dedicating their lives to service in Season 11 of Awake at Night.

Shna Ahmed tells us about the trajectory that took her to OCHA, the invaluable connections made through surge missions, and the heartbreak of seeing the Iraq office on the verge of closure.

UN Publications participated in the Beijing International Book Fair, spotlighting the UN’s role in promoting information integrity and inclusive publishing.

Amid rising global challenges, the UN is building a skilled, agile medical workforce through strategic planning, training and deployment to support field missions worldwide.

UN Women marks its 15th anniversary by calling for bold action and push forward for gender equality.

"For me, the key is not looking at preventing sexual exploitation and abuse as a side task but rather embedding it in everything we do."

On Friday, the General Assembly adopted by consensus a resolution on the Secretary‑General’s UN80 Initiative to strengthen and streamline the United Nations system.

Abdoulaye Sawadogo, Head of Office OCHA in Central African Republic, explains the role of his office.

Discover the stories that live in our own backyard! From May through August, Visitor Services offers guided tours of the North Lawn, a green space rich with history, symbolism, and the unexpected...

Today, we meet Panrawee Akachonniyom, with OCHA’s Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific in Thailand, who explains the importance of "duty of care" in a fast-paced work environment.

From 14 to 23 July, the global community is coming together at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development to assess the world’s progress in achieving the SDGs.

"This new podcast helps us stay alert — not only to what’s at stake, but also to what we still have the power to achieve."

As digital technologies rapidly reshape every aspect of society, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights calls for human rights to be placed at the centre of this transformation.

The latest report from the United Nations Sustainable Development Group System-Wide Evaluation Office delivers insights on the progress towards a "new generation of United Nations country teams...

As Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, approaches the halfway point of its six-month run, the United Nations Pavilion has already welcomed over 160,000 visitors, well surpassing our expectations!

On 18 July, the United Nations will once again honor Nelson Mandela’s legacy with a special commemoration in the General Assembly Hall and a service project.

"I’ve always worked in human resources, though my UN career path wasn’t planned — it just evolved over time."

The 2025 edition centred on memory as a cornerstone of human rights, particularly in the context of war, occupation, and displacement.

On Monday, the General Assembly approved the peacekeeping budget, down slightly from the previous year, as delegates wrapped up weeks of negotiations amid warnings about persistent funding...

What began in 2021 as a flood monitoring initiative has evolved into a dynamic, data-rich platform that tracks and analyzes climate impacts at the subnational level.

After 34 years with OCHA, Luigi Bruno shares his journey from Italy to Geneva, the rewards of fieldwork, and how overcoming challenges renewed his passion for humanitarian service.

The UN marks 50 years of its German Translation Section, celebrating its role in making UN documents accessible to German speakers and pioneering tech-driven translation.

Over 1,000 youth leaders met in Marrakech for YES Africa, a summit focused on empowering millions of young Africans lacking access to jobs, education or training.

Munira Subašić lost her family in the Srebrenica genocide. 30 years on, she continues to fight for truth, justice and remembrance. Join the UN commemoration on 8 July and hear her powerful story...

“The conference is a once-in-a-decade opportunity to strengthen multilateralism and deliver an international financial system that works for people and planet,” says Li Junhua.

Visitors to Expo 2025, a world fair in Osaka, Japan, appreciate the “positive vison” of a shared global future promoted by the United Nations, according to Naomi Ichikawa, Director of the UN...

This video, featuring historian Stephen Schlesinger, marks the 80th anniversary of that historic moment and explores the origins, vision, and enduring relevance of the UN Charter.

Published today, the 2024 Annual Report of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs covers a daunting year for millions of people – and the deadliest for the humanitarian system....

Online communities known collectively as the “manosphere” are emerging as a serious threat to gender equality, as toxic spaces increasingly influence real-world attitudes, behaviours, and policies...

As part of its mandate to preserve and provide access to historical UN documents, the Dag Hammarskjöld Library has completed the digitization of an important series of Security Council documents...

For the UN peacekeeping missions in Kosovo and Cyprus, advancing the rights of LGBTIQ+ people has become not only a human rights imperative, but a concrete strategy for building trust.

“Yoga cultivates the ways of maintaining a balanced attitude in day-to-day life and endows skill in the performance of one’s actions.”

The UN Postal Administration has issued a special event sheet to highlight the importance of glacier preservation.

The Military and Police Advisory Committee, composed of Member State military and police capacities, recently convened on technology and the United Nations C4ISR Academy for Peace Operations.

Ships in the port of Nice sounded their fog-horns on Friday, a brassy crescendo to a rare moment of global unity as the Third UN Ocean Conference drew to a close.

“We invite you to sign up for the Global Plastics Hub today by registering yourself, to be part of shaping the solution, and take collective action to beat plastic pollution.”

"I see the diversity of the General Assembly as our strength. This is the place where all nations come together and every country has a seat and a voice," says the former German foreign minister...

As June marks a year since the arbitrary detention of dozens of UN, NGO, civil society, and diplomatic mission personnel by the Houthi de facto authorities, Guterres called for their release.

“We hope the conference will inspire unprecedented ambition, innovative partnerships, and maybe a healthy competition,” said Li Junhua, Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs.

The implementation of the Pact for the Future was the theme for a special session of the Secretaries General of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean.

The Secretary-General’s Annual Memorial Service will be held today from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Trusteeship Council Chamber of the UN Secretariat.

In the region of Abyei, caught between Sudan and South Sudan, a humanitarian crisis continues to deepen.

If we’re building a more inclusive world, it should start right at our front door!

Uniformed and civilian peacekeepers serve a vital role in maintaining and promoting peace in some of the world’s most challenging environments. This day serves to honour their dedication.

The Department of Peace Operations conducted a training of trainers course on the new Core Pre-deployment Training Materials at the Republic of Korea Peacekeeping Operations Centre in Nonsan.

The UN Volunteer recounts his life as a displaced person and what it means to him to be part of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, serving the same communities he was a part...

Two saplings from a persimmon tree that survived the 1945 atomic bombing of Hiroshima were planted at UN Headquarters as a "symbol of peace and resilience".

This new series tells the remarkable stories of civilian, military, and police personnel who have used their roles in peacekeeping missions to save many lives.

Ahmadullah Kazimi started his journey with OCHA in 2014 as an office cleaner. Today, he is a member of the Humanitarian Financing Unit, contributing his expertise and passion to OCHA and his...

The Annual Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, 5 June, to honour United Nations personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty between 1 January and 31 December 2024.

In this interview, Benedetta Di Cintio explains how humanitarian preparedness helps mitigate the effects of natural disasters on communities in Cameroon.

The high-level political forum offers a platform for Member States to reaffirm political support, make concrete pledges, and help shape the future of UN peacekeeping.

"As the humanitarian sector faces a global funding crisis, the ReliefWeb team is embracing this moment not as a setback, but as an opportunity to find clarity, innovation, and renewed purpose."...

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This week, the United Nations system took a significant step forward in enhancing its operational capabilities by endorsing the declaration on the development of unmanned aviation frameworks.

Since 2019, the Protocol on the Provision of Assistance to Victims of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by UN staff and related personnel has been a cornerstone of efforts to support and protect...

When a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Central Myanmar on 28 March, the Department of Safety and Security immediately activated its crisis response protocols.

The twentieth session of the Forum is being held from 5 to 9 May at UN Headquarters in New York to advance global dialogue on the world’s forests.

Imagine a space where everything you need is organized, easy to find, and just a few clicks away. Now, meet the new UN Languages website.

The United Nations is currently accepting applications for its upcoming competitive examination for Spanish translators, editors and verbatim reporters.

The Trust Fund in Support of Victims of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse calls for additional support and for more countries to contribute in solidarity with the victims.

On Tuesday, the Secretary-General announced the appointment of Ian Martin of the United Kingdom as Head of the Strategic Assessment of UNRWA, as part of his UN80 initiative.

For 30+ years, UNPA has issued stamps in support of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora to raise awareness of the benefits that conservation...

In this interview, Niatou Maria Mingou shares her strong passion for her work but also her firm belief that we all have something special to bring to the table, and for this, we are stronger...

The largest global gathering of Indigenous Peoples opened this week at UN Headquarters in New York.

The UN declared this year the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation, along with their proclamation of 21 March as the World Day for Glaciers starting in 2025.

The card succinctly shows how the work of the United Nations and its agencies affects the lives of people around the globe. 

Can’t find a specific UN document? Doubting the information provided by ChatGPT? Need the latest General Assembly or Security Council voting datasets? Chat with the UN’s research librarians!

Countries finalized a draft global agreement aimed at improving how the world prepares for and responds to pandemics, marking a historic step that will be submitted to the World Health Assembly in...

As ceasefires grow more fragile and conflicts more unpredictable, UN peacekeeping is having to adapt faster amid rising political tensions, disinformation and confusion over mandates.

More than 100 million people worldwide are at risk from landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices.

The 2025 London Book Fair drew around 30,000 attendees and over 1,000 exhibitors, creating a vibrant platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas and discuss pressing global issues.

On 6 April, the United Nations Postal Administration celebrated the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace with the issuance of six stamps and three souvenir sheets.

Applications for the 2026 UNPSA are invited in four categories: 1) Delivering inclusive and equitable services to leave no one behind; 2) Gender-responsive public services; 3) Transparent and...

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Last week, the Integrated Training Service of the Department of Peace Operations finished the very first training of trainers on the new Core Pre-deployment Training Materials in Nairobi...

“We have to continue walking…We still have to cover a long distance, but we are in the right direction.”

Mariia, the tech coordinator of the UHF Data Hub project, and Yurii, OCHA’s IM Unit, after the successful presentation of the UHF Data Hub to the UHF Advisory Board members, and while at work....

This year’s theme, “Forests and Foods,” connects forests to global efforts to combat hunger, protect biodiversity, and address climate change.

Layla Haso from OCHA tells us about the new “validation mechanism” that places affected communities at the center of decision-making.

What we gain when we choose equality for women and girls.

In this interview, Civil-Military Coordination Officer Sara Rijavec shares how, despite challenges, her motivation and faith in the humanitarian system have never faltered.

The UN is prioritizing reform to ensure it remains effective, cost-efficient and responsive, the Secretary-General announced, as part of a continued push to modernize the Organization.

Zein Tayyeb, a Humanitarian Affairs Officer with OCHA's Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa, plays a key role in access and civil-military coordination efforts in the region.

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A team headed up by United Nations Victims’ Rights Advocate Najla Nassif Palma prioritizes the rights of victims of sexual exploitation and abuse.

The annual UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) meets in March each year to address the widespread inequalities, violence and discrimination women continue to face all around the world.

The head of UN peacekeeping operations on Thursday, 27 February, called for more investment in the UN Police service, highlighting the mounting challenges officers face in conflict affected...

On the opening day of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Secretary-General António Guterres scorned the world’s “warmongers” for trampling on people’s most fundamental rights.

Jennifer Lukania shares her experience working in information management in peacekeeping missions and OCHA. And why she always tells her daughters, “Dream big, and you will accomplish big things...

Established in 1874, the Universal Postal Union (UPU), with its headquarters in the Swiss capital Berne, is the second oldest international organization worldwide.

Data Manager Marème Thiam and Web Analyst Elhadji Chamsidine Maréna Mané tell us about DAVIS, a platform that provides access to humanitarian data in West and Central Africa.

The Organizing Committee, led by the Mission of Turkmenistan, is pleased to announce that the next United Nations Games will take place in April 2025 in New York.

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The United Nations is starting a new chapter in its relationship with libraries, researchers, and knowledge institutions worldwide.

Security Council members recently immersed themselves in the lifesaving work of the Blue Helmets through virtual reality.

From 10 to 14 February, the Commission for Social Development will bring together Member States, civil society, and experts to identify strategies for building equitable and united societies.

Here are some updates of the Resident Coordinators work on the ground...

During their Global Town Hall on 29 January, UNEP experts shared insights that promise to shape the environmental agenda in 2025.

“Children just want to be children. No matter what, the bleakest situation, the most terrible things, they still want to play...that is what we all have to protect," says the UNICEF Executive...

Hate continues to grow at an alarming speed, and the world must do more to fight growing antisemitism said Secretary-General António Guterres on 27 January.

A Staff Counselor with the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs explains how to manage the emotions that come from witnessing immense suffering and loss.

The ten $1.65 denominated stamps and background design show four snakes intimately embracing and coiling around each other.

“We can see how many people are suffering...that people are running out of food, are running out of water, and the real narrative is that this will affect everyone sooner or later.”

Hiba Hanano is Head of OCHA’s Aleppo sub-office. In this interview, she shares her experience following the recent Syrian insurgency in the nation’s second-biggest city.

The 2025 International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust falls on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz on 27 January 1945.

The United Nations Environment Programme takes us on a closer look at some of the most memorable environmental moments of the first four months of 2024...

The UN Visitor Centre is thrilled to invite all UN staff and delegates to bring your little ones, ages 5 to 10, for the 2025 UN Kids Day on Friday, 21 February.

On Friday, UN weather experts from the World Meteorological Organization confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, at 1.55 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial temperatures.

Do you know how the first diplomatic passport came to exist? Have you heard of the Kadesh Peace Treaty? Why is there a pianist playing on the 1st floor of the General Assembly Building?

The 2nd Police Capacity-Building Providers Meeting in Shanghai underscored the steady progress in global police capacity-building efforts essential to peacekeeping operations.

Have you ever wanted to view all the meetings of a UN organ in a calendar view? Now you can with the Global Calendar feature of the "Journal of the United Nations".

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Secretary-General António Guterres announced the appointment of Elinor Jane Britt Hammarskjöld of Sweden as Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and United Nations Legal Counsel.

"I am happy to share that the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has adopted the Grand Bargain classification across its major funding and tracking platforms!"

In this interview, Rija Rakotoson shares the complexities of his work as the head of an OCHA Humanitarian Adviser Team in Madagascar.

“Justice is never justice if conducted in a language one does not understand.” -- Kenyan author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o.

The Dag Hammarskjöld Library converted over 900 Security Council resolutions and related documents from images into searchable text. Check it out...

In line with the objectives of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, the building that is housing the offices of the Secretariat is transitioning to mercury-free lighting.

Brazil’s first-ever Minister of Indigenous Peoples and an initiative promoting sustainable agriculture in Egypt are among the six recipients of the 2024 Champions of the Earth award.

“He used to give me money, food… In exchange, I had sex several times with him. He got me pregnant, and a few months later, he left, leaving me with the child.”

"As delegates and staffers gear up to tackle another day at UN Headquarters in New York, a quiet yet stirring tradition unfolds: the raising of flags representing all Member States."

In this episode, Dr. Kluge reflects on lessons learned during COVID-19, the mental health crisis, and some surprising methods to build trust with remote communities.

"Being here and feeling that energy filled us with optimism for a future that's more inclusive and equitable; where everyone is valued and no one is left behind.”

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This week, meet OCHA Cameroon’s Geraldine,...

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International Volunteer Day, celebrated annually on 5 December, recognizes the contribution...

“Credit goes to the men and women of the Security and Safety Services for their dedication and professionalism as ambassadors for the UN."

The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) is issuing stamps today to commemorate World Sustainable Transport Day featuring six high-speed trains.

The new report presents the environmental performance and sustainability efforts of the United Nations system and its operations worldwide.

On this portal, you will find more than 800 results contained in the proposed programme budget for 2025 in all six UN languages.

The UN Dag Hammarskjöld Library has created a special research guide about this important human rights convention.

Tom Fletcher, the new Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, took office on Monday, pledging to defend humanitarian values.

Watch the trailer now to see what’s in store this season!

Red shoes represent survivors of gender-based violence in ‘Hope and healing’, a poignant mural unveiled by multiethnic artists with the support of UNMIK.

"Big data allows us to base our decisions and solutions to the most pressing global crises and challenges on present and historical evidence."

"I encourage my colleagues to participate in the mobility exercise. Let’s not forget that the more people apply, the more positions become available, the more opportunities for growth for all of...

Celebrate with a festive Thanksgiving menu at the Riverview Café and Cafe de la Paix on Thursday, 21 November, from 11:00 to 15:00.

The state-of-the-art water plant is already equipped with water storage tanks, bottle de-capping, washing machines, and a testing laboratory.

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Julia Wittig, with the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, helps us better understand the concept of "anticipatory action".

“We are nurturing and supporting a generation that can take over the future. We are proud of UNSOS for its contributions to this mission.”

“In a context of major global shocks, the United Nations is more needed than ever.”

One of the most enduring mysteries in UN history – the 1961 plane crash that killed Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld and all on board as he sought to broker peace in the Congo – will linger on...

This is your opportunity to share your experiences and help shape the future of the services of the UN Dag Hammarskjöld Library in New York.

The Journal has covered thousands of UN meetings since its inception. Here is a closer look at this decades-old publication.

On 29 October, the 2024 UN SDG Action Awards will honour remarkable global efforts to turn the vision of a sustainable future in to reality.

“The fellowship offers an invaluable experience for emerging journalists from developing countries. It provides an opportunity that many may not otherwise afford, to cover the UNGA in New York."...

Following the successful opening of the UN Postal Administration in New York in 1951, the second branch of the UNPA opened at the Palais des Nations in Geneva in 1969. 

On 16 October, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) recognized over 100 personnel who delivered exceptional performance toward addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution.

Interested UNHQ staff members across Secretariat entities, agencies, funds and programmes, as well as permanent missions, can bid on the four used UN vehicles by 11 am on 8 November.