From health, education, food security to infrastructure, innovation, peace and partnerships, tackling poverty lies at the heart of these efforts. As the world looks ahead to the upcoming World Social Summit, it will be essential to keep ending poverty as the golden thread connecting the investments we make to accelerate the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
The Joint Programme for the Economic Empowerment of Rural Women in Tunisia is creating new opportunities for women to gain sustainable livelihoods and for communities to strengthen their resilience.
Every year, World Mental Health Day (10 October) is a powerful reminder that inclusive and sustainable human development cannot be realised without mental health and well-being. Across the world, countries are making strides, recognising this as a right, not just a privilege. The UN has been steadily working alongside governments, civil society, youth leaders, academia and the private sector to lead these efforts.
As the world marks 25 years since the adoption of the Women, Peace and Security agenda this October, Bosnia and Herzegovina stands out for its progress through collective UN action.
In 2025, the urgency of climate action is undeniable. Spotlighting ten solutions that prove that scaling action now can drive justice, jobs, resilience and still bend the curve towards the 1.5-degree limit.
The stakes are clear: digital transformation can either widen divides or bridge them. Through its work with UN agencies and the Resident Coordinators, the Joint SDG Fund has been investing in digital transformation across the world, shaping interlinked policies and channeling investments to country-led initiatives.
From starting dialogue in divided communities to engaging in decision-making to counter hate and disinformation, young people are taking the lead; not just as advocates, but as architects of peace.
In Nigeria, youth are in the driver’s seat when it comes to sustainable development and peace. In the past year, the UN in Nigeria has made significant strides by shaping large-scale policy shifts, enabling grassroots actions, and empowering a new generation of leaders.
