UN report urges ‘transformative’ action to uproot systemic racism
A new report by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has detailed systemic violations of international human rights law against Africans and people of African descent.
Strengthening the conduct of peacekeeping personnel
The highest standards of conduct are a critical aspect of implementing the mandates for United Nations peace operations.
Staff Voices: Racial equity in the UN and beyond
“Wherever we see racism, we must condemn it without reservation, without hesitation, without qualification.” -- Secretary-General António Guterres
Police Division works to prepare Formed Police Units for PKOs
The Police Division strengthens the performance of UN police personnel through workshops to certify instructors from field missions.
Join us as a French Translator!
The United Nations is now accepting applications for its upcoming competitive examination for French Translators, Editors, and Verbatim Reporters!
DPO signs compact on women, peace and security
A Board member of the Compact, DPO will be at the forefront to turn women, peace and security commitments into reality over the next five years.
GA approves $6.38 billion peacekeeping budget for 2021/22
The approved budget of $6.38 billion is $89 million less than the Secretary-General’s proposal, and $444 million less than last year.
Secretary-General signs the first Statement on Internal Controls
The Statement on Internal Control marks a milestone towards achieving greater accountability for results at the UN.
Senior managers sign 2021 compacts with the Secretary-General
The Compacts are an opportunity for senior managers to identify their programme objectives and articulate their vision for how they will implement their mandates.
OCHA in 2020: A test 'like no other'
The report covers a year when the pandemic tested the humanitarian system like no other year.