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Official account of the United Nations. For peace, dignity & equality on a healthy planet.
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    Born in South Sudan and raised in a refugee camp, Mary Maker knows what it means to flee conflict — and to find hope through education. On Awake At Night, she reflects on her journey, the power of theatre and why refugee voices must be heard.
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    Mary Maker | Launching a new life from a refugee camp (S13-E5) | United Nations
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    Nearly 200 countries have agreed to a historic "30 by 30" goal: protecting 30% of the world’s land and oceans by 2030. The #GlobalGoals aim to conserve life on land and protect Earth’s biodiversity. un.org/sustainabledev…
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    Saturday’s #MandelaDay is an opportunity to honour Madiba's lifelong commitment to freedom, justice and equality. Each of us can learn from and be inspired by Nelson Mandela’s legacy, and take action to achieve a better future for all. un.org/en/events/mand…
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    Jul 17
    📸: To mark this year’s #MandelaDay, UN colleagues & others took part in volunteer activities in NYC, including serving meals to people in vulnerable communities. Every year, people are inspired to take action in their communities in honour of the life and legacy of Madiba.
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    World Food Programme
    @WFP
    Jul 17
    🆘 WFP warns the humanitarian situation in #Sudan's El Obeid is rapidly deteriorating. 🔴 As conflict uproots more families, pressure on food, fuel and water supplies is growing. 🔴 WFP is supporting 100,000+ people and positioning stocks to reach more. 🔴 Without additional
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    Jul 17
    Ahead of the FIFA World Cup Final, football legends & other athletes joined young people, mental health advocates & more at UNHQ in NYC on Friday. They stressed the unique role of sport in promoting mental health & social connection. via @UNYouthAffairs un.org/youthaffairs/e…
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    UNICEF
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    Jul 17
    “It’s a bit scary but we’re used to it. We have the experience.” When an Ebola case is confirmed, decontamination of homes and public spaces must happen quickly to stop the spread. Specialized community teams spring into action to prevent further cases and protect children and
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    UNICEF
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    Jul 16
    Yes, those photos you’ve seen are real. More than 18 years ago, a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot. Today, their achievements on the pitch inspire millions. Off the pitch, both Messi and Lamine Yamal use their voices
    Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal and Lamine's mother Sheila,  in a calendar photoshoot from 2007.
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    António Guterres
    @antonioguterres
    Jul 17
    Technology that will shape the future of humanity must be shaped by all of humanity.  It cannot be governed by a handful of countries or companies. Every nation needs a seat at the table.  Technology must serve people – not the other way around.
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    United Nations
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    Jul 17
    Access to people in need can be lost in an instant when a disaster strikes. @WFP is exploring how remotely-operated vehicles and other emerging technologies can help humanitarians reach isolated communities in some of the world's toughest environments. innovation.wfp.org/project/ahead
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    UN Environment Programme
    @UNEP
    Jul 16
    More than 30 satellites track methane emissions from space. AI is helping turn that data into #ClimateAction. A new UNEP report shows AI is accelerating methane mitigation, with a climate benefit comparable to removing the annual emissions of almost 24 million gasoline-powered
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    UN News
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    Jul 16
    Europe is the fastest-warming continent on Earth, with temperatures rising at approximately twice the global average. New @WHO guidance helps countries strengthen action plans to beat the heat.
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    ‘Heat deaths are not inevitable’: WHO pushes Europe to heat‑proof its hospitals
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    United Nations
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    Jul 16
    Civilians continue to bear the heaviest toll of the war in Ukraine. Watch how @Refugees is helping residents of Kharkiv —just 30 km from the front line— restore their neighbourhoods while helping communities cope with the daily impact of the conflict.
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    UNICEF
    @UNICEF
    Jul 16
    When prices rise, children in the poorest households feel it first. A new UNICEF analysis looks at how economic shocks caused by conflict and disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz are pushing families deeper into poverty. Read the report.
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    Over 23 million additional children at risk of poverty as Middle East conflict drives global...
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