Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.
In August 2022, Terese, Miche, Roger and Nella returned to their home country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, after living as refugees for five years in Angola.
The social and economic integration of Venezuelan people who have arrived in Peru represents a significant challenge for the national authorities, but one which also entails huge potential for local development.
Curbing women’s access to work results in a 21% drop in their employment levels by mid-2022, and a steep reduction in GDP of up to $1 billion, or 5% of the Afghan GDP.
United Nations leaders in five South Asian countries have joined forces to strengthen regional cooperation on climate change, disaster response, emergency preparedness, and economic and social development.
A blog co-authored by Khardiata Lo N’Diaye, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator of Sudan and Sara Nyanti, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, South Sudan.
Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.
People with disabilities often face social stigma, which can make them feel helpless, isolated and more vulnerable to the challenges of life. To help tackle the issue of discrimination and social stigma against the disability community in Turkmenistan, the UN country team joined forces with partners to organize the country’s first ever Inclusive Sport Festival.
Outgoing Resident Coordinator in Timor-Leste reflects on the progress the country has made over the last five years in overcoming its long term development challenges and rescuing the Sustainable Development Goals, with the support of the UN country team.