Tobago’s young archery champion, Anthurium Lewis, is using the discipline of sport to advocate for sustainability goals and empower youth, particularly young women, to become agents of change.
Young leaders at the ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York are demanding urgent, innovative solutions to accelerate progress on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing their role as key partners in building a better future.
The Middle East conflict is intensifying an energy crisis in Pacific island nations, disrupting supply chains and increasing fuel costs, according to the UNDP. Governments are implementing emergency measures as fragile shipping links and oil dependency exacerbate the situation.
Around 600,000 Sudanese refugees are rebuilding their lives in Uganda’s Kriandongo camp, facing harsh conditions and limited aid while striving for a new beginning.
The UN’s ‘Football for the Goals’ initiative partners with Flamengo and iconic player Zico, harnessing football’s global appeal to champion human rights, sustainability, and social equality.
A UN expert emphasizes the critical need for continued international investment and support to sustain Syria’s fragile transition process and ensure accountability for conflict-related sexual violence.
Former female combatants in Colombia are rebuilding their lives and fostering peace through fashion and sewing workshops, creating the Ixora brand to symbolize resilience and empowerment.
The UN’s OCHA warns that 6.4 million people in Haiti need humanitarian aid amid escalating gang violence, widespread hunger, and a severe protection crisis, particularly affecting women and girls. Urgent global action and sustained support are critical.
Despite living longer, women face significant disadvantages in healthcare due to misdiagnoses, medical biases, and outdated research, impacting their quality of life and leading to delayed treatment for various conditions.
Despite limited Russian oil shipments reaching Cuba amid U.S. sanctions, the nation’s energy crisis continues to escalate, severely impacting humanitarian needs and essential services. The UN highlights the urgent situation for vulnerable populations and is seeking $68 million in funding for sustainable energy solutions.
As the World Cup approaches, this article explores the profound impact of sports in connecting communities, fostering solidarity, and overcoming societal barriers, inspired by initiatives like Play Collective and the legacies of athletes like Nawal El Moutawakel.
Women leaders gathered at the UN, led by Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, to reaffirm their commitment to gender equality, SDGs, and multilateralism, addressing global crises and calling for increased women’s leadership.
Jamal, an Ethiopian migrant, recounts his harrowing experience of kidnapping and torture in Yemen while searching for his nephew. He found refuge and support at an IOM center in Djibouti.
A year after a devastating earthquake, Myanmar faces a fragile recovery marked by worsening food insecurity, exacerbated by rising fuel prices due to Middle East conflicts. The World Food Programme (WFP) warns of a deepening crisis and calls for $150 million in urgent funding.
Global challenges persist as millions of children remain out of school, escalating conflict in Ukraine leads to civilian casualties, and nearly half of all migratory species face decline, according to recent UN reports.
A new UN report highlights escalating gang violence in Haiti, leading to mass displacement and thousands of deaths. The report also details allegations of “arbitrary executions” by police and concerns over private security operations.
UNESCO has issued an urgent warning regarding the severe threat that ongoing conflicts in the Middle East pose to cultural heritage sites, including those on the World Heritage List. The agency is also concerned about the impact on education and scientific institutions.
Bübyusara Ryskulova discusses the progress and persistent challenges in Kyrgyzstan’s support system for domestic violence survivors, highlighting the crucial role of crisis centers like Sezim and international cooperation.
AI-generated deepfake harassment is devastating women’s lives, yet justice remains out of reach. This article explores the prevalence of deepfake abuse, the challenges victims face, and why perpetrators often evade consequences. It outlines crucial steps needed from governments, platforms, and society to combat this growing digital violence.
Discover Parkway Village, a groundbreaking UN housing project from the 1940s that challenged racial segregation in the United States. This integrated community fostered understanding and cooperation among diverse residents.
