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In conflict, civilians always pay the highest price. War is not the answer. We need peace.
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📸: The ‘Ark of Return' at UNHQ in NYC honours the victims of slavery and highlights the lasting legacy of the slave trade. As #BlackHistoryMonth begins, we are reminded that each of us can help #FightRacism, prejudice and social injustice.
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RT @FAOemergencies: The conflict in Gaza has devastated cropland and agricultural infrastructure, disrupted local food production and exace….
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RT @UNICEF: He’s shown the world how simple actions can speak louder than words. We’re excited to welcome Khaby Lame as our new Goodwill A….
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RT @WFP: 🆕WFP teams have been working tirelessly to scale up life-saving assistance to 7 million people in #Sudan. Yet, intensified fighti….
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Our @UNRWA colleagues continue delivering critical aid to Palestine refugees —from food and healthcare to shelter and more. Any disruption to their work would have devastating consequences on the lives and futures of millions in need.
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RT @UNHumanRights: #Myanmar's military leaders are ramping up violations to unprecedented levels in the past year, inflicting the heaviest….
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RT @UNOCHA: 🔴 Relentless attacks in #Ukraine continue to claim lives, and destroy homes and civilian infrastructure. Many front-line commu….
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Do you know an inspired young writer? 📝. @UPU_UN's new writing competition is a unique opportunity for young people to amplify their ideas on how to #SaveOurOcean through the timeless art of letter writing. More on the contest requirements:
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RT @UNHumanRights: Without @UNRWA, food delivery, healthcare, education & other services would be drastically undermined in the occupied Pa….
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RT @MelissaFleming: Carmen Corbin dreamt of serving the @UN from an early age. Now with @UNODC, she works to protect children from online a….
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Only 26 countries in the world are led by women. Full democracy requires equal participation of women in all its processes. To build a more just and equal world, we need more women in leadership and key decision-making roles. via @UN_Women
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RT @volker_turk: Our annual appeal is a call to action: human rights work must be funded - the cost of inaction is too high. As funds decli….
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RT @antonioguterres: I was deeply moved by the testimonies and impressed by the dedication of 4 American doctors that have worked in Gaza.….
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Ukraine is now one of the most mine-contaminated areas in the world. Inspiring women are leading mine action in the war-torn country —clearing unexploded ordnance, supporting rebuilding efforts and raising awareness to save lives. More:
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RT @WFP: 📍Eastern #DRCongo. The humanitarian situation is worsening by the hour as violence around Goma escalates. Families are being disp….
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RT @UNHumanRights: UN Human Rights Chief @volker_turk launches a US$500 million funding appeal for 2025. In this divided and polarized wo….
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RT @WFP_Media: Food aid to famine-hit #Sudan is being impeded. ➡️ WFP is pushing to expand support to reach 7M peo….
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Despite challenges, the @UNPeacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues working to protect civilians as violence intensifies. UN urges an end to hostilities to facilitate dialogue & prevent further suffering. More from @UNOCHA:
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RT @UNRWA: UNRWA continues to deliver assistance and services to the communities we serve. Our clinics across the occupied West Bank inclu….
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RT @UNReliefChief: Civilians are being killed and displaced in significant numbers by the escalating crisis in eastern DRC. I've allocated….
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