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“Together, let’s keep telling the truth about the climate crisis.”
- @antonioguterres to climate activists at #COP31.
“Let’s keep fighting for the sustainable future we know is in our hands. I will be with you every step of the way.”
“The fighting must stop.”
As South Sudan approaches elections, @unmissmedia chief warns of rising violence and displacement, calling for the protection of civilians and unhindered humanitarian access for millions in urgent need of aid.
unmiss.unmissions.org/en/pre…
📷: Throwback to 2015, when Leonardo DiCaprio showed his support for #ClimateAction at the UN Climate Conference in Paris, France.
Today, we wish our Messenger of Peace a happy birthday.
un.org/en/messengers-peace/l…
“Fossil fuel interests keep making a killing - while killing our planet.”
At the #COP31 Climate Conference in Türkiye, @antonioguterres demands that those who profit most from fossil fuels must help foot the bill for the damage they have caused.
“Polluters must pay.”
“The activism of young people today is what gives me hope for the future.”
At #COP31 @antonioguterres met with young people from around the world to hear their concerns & #ClimateAction suggestions.
1.5 billion women & girls live in climate hotspots.
At #COP31, @UN_Women urges stronger #ClimateAction that puts women’s rights at its heart, warning that the climate crisis could push up to 141 million more women and girls into extreme poverty by 2050.
unwomen.org/en/news-stories/…
“After nearly five years of record levels of death, devastation and civilian suffering, the war in Ukraine is only getting more dangerous and unpredictable.”
@UNDPPA official briefs Security Council, urging renewed diplomatic efforts towards a ceasefire. dppa.un.org/en/speeches-and-…
Our common future depends on sustainable funding for science.
Tuesday is World #ScienceDay for Peace & Development, an opportunity to highlight the importance and relevance of science in society and our daily lives.
un.org/en/observances/world-…
Heavy rains are flooding displacement sites across Gaza.
Tents have collapsed, children are wading through contaminated water & families are losing what little they have.
@UNmigration is working to help, but needs far exceed available resources. iom.int/news/misery-thousand…
2026 is on track to be one of the warmest years on record, with ocean heat & sea levels reaching new highs.
New @WMO's #StateOfClimate update warns El Niño is expected to bring more extreme weather in 2027 & calls for urgent #ClimateAction.
wmo.int/news/media-centre/st…
Science is essential to understanding our world and building a better future for all people.
This International Week of Science and Peace, explore the vital connection between science, technology and peace: un.org/en/observances/world-…
What is the UN climate conference and why does it matter?
As world leaders, scientists, civil society representatives, activists & others are heading to Türkiye to to accelerate #ClimateAction & strengthen cooperation, find out more about #COP31: un.org/en/climatechange/cop3…
Amid growing global challenges, the right to seek safety matters more than ever.
Every day, the UN Refugee Agency supports millions of people forced to flee war, violence and persecution, helping them rebuild their lives.
— via @Refugees
Gender equality is a fundamental right & a driver of economic growth.
Yet women hold just 30% of managerial positions worldwide.
New @ilo report shows progress in women's leadership, but stresses the need for stronger action to advance gender equality. ilo.org/resource/news/busine…
Resilient cities save lives.
110 countries around the world are strengthening city resilience through disaster risk reduction plans — more than double the number in 2015.
The #GlobalGoals promote sustainable urban development to create inclusive, safe & resilient cities.
“More than ever, we must defend science, protect scientists & stand up for the truth.”
@antonioguterres in a video call with the Tara Polaris expedition in the Arctic, promising he will share their findings & concerns about the climate crisis with leaders at #COP31 next week.
Attacks on water & sanitation systems in conflict are putting children at growing risk.
@UNICEF warns of devastating consequences, including disease, malnutrition & violence.
To protect children, we must protect water & sanitation from attacks. unicef.link/3UvllH2
