2021 wrap-up from UN Country Teams
Children returning to schools, workplaces re-opening, and vaccines all seemed to point to a return to normal but, like 2020, 2021 has been a year of hope, loss, and uncertainty for many people.
Dag Hammarskjöld’s speeches now available in UN Digital Library
Sixty years after his death, documents about the life of the second Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld continue to be widely sought.
Leaders support making parity a reality at the UN, part 4
We are pleased to release the final videos in the "Making Parity a Reality in the UN” series, which highlight leadership from UN Women offices around the world.
Catherine M. Russell is the new Executive Director of UNICEF
Secretary‑General António Guterres announced the appointment of Catherine M. Russell of the United States as the Fund’s next Executive Director.
United Nations stamps celebrate the anniversary of UNICEF!
The text on the stamp sheet reads: "For 75 years, UNICEF has been an unstoppable force for change in children’s lives."
Guided Tours reopen to the public under strict safety protocols
“I was so happy and excited to give my first tour at the UNHQ after the lockdown,” says Tour Guide Yohei Kawamata.
Join UNFPA: movement against online violence!
As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence, UNFPA has just launched bodyright, a new ‘copyright’ to demand protection from online violence.
Media, Peace and Human Rights Regional Conference in Beirut
The conference addressed the role of media in fighting corruption, fostering civil peace, freedom of expression, and democracy in the Middle East and North Africa.
ITU: 2.9 billion people still offline
New data from ITU suggest ‘COVID connectivity boost’ – but the world’s poorest are being left far behind.
Monster truck lands at UNON
How do you deliver food when a natural disaster strikes? Meet Herbert the Sherp.








