Violence against women and girls is a human rights violation. It is pervasive, but not inevitable.
We can all help break the cycle by speaking out, supporting survivors, and protecting women and girls everywhere.
📸: @UN_Women
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📷: Preamble of the UN Charter with handwritten notes.
More than 80 years ago, 50 nations met in San Francisco, USA, to create a new organization for peace, prosperity & human rights.
The ideals laid out in the Charter remain as relevant as ever.
un.org/en/about-us/un-charter
"This renewed war should alarm us all."
As fighting in Yemen intensifies and displacement surges, UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg warns that if left unchecked, conflict will almost certainly spread beyond the country’s borders.
osesgy.unmissions.org/en/news/briefing-by-...
Technology must serve humanity - not the other way around, @UNHumanRights chief @volker_turk stresses, calling for stronger safeguards, independent verification and agreed red lines to ensure AI protects human rights.
www.ohchr.org/en/statements-and-speeches/2...…
As Ebola sweeps across the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, ensuring families have access to sufficient food is crucial to halting the spread of the deadly disease.
@WFP is calling for urgent support to ensure aid reaches those most in need.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/09/1168295
Every year, over 720,000 people take their own life.
Suicide is a global public health issue that affects people of all ages & regions.
On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, @WHO shares advice on how you can support someone who may be thinking about suicide.
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/suicide
Thailand provides nearly 300 military and police officers to three @UNPeacekeeping missions around the world.
They are #ServingForPeace at great personal risk and under harsh conditions to help others. We thank them for their service and sacrifice.
www.un.org/en/peace-and-security/service-a...
“Peace is never a passive achievement.
Peace is hard work.
Peace is action.”
At the annual Peace Bell ringing ceremony at UN Headquarters, @antonioguterres urged world leaders to take action and invest in building lasting, sustainable peace.
www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statements/202...
1 in 5 children across 21 countries were victims of sexual exploitation & abuse online in just one year.
More than half of these incidents occurred on mainstream social media platforms.
@UNICEF is calling for greater action to keep children safe online. www.unicef.org/press-releases/1-5-children...
Every student and teacher should feel safe and protected at school.
But for millions, that is not a reality.
On Wednesday’s #ProtectEducationFromAttack Day, stand with @UNESCO in demanding that schools should never be a target.
unesco.org/en/days/protect-education-attack
Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all.
That’s one of the key themes for @UN_PGA Khalilur Rahman, who opened the 81st session of the General Assembly on Tuesday as the new #UNGA President.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/09/1168293
Integrity
Compassion
Humility
At wreath-laying ceremony commemorating the 65th anniversary of the passing of former Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld, @antonioguterres says we must be guided by the values he embodied.
www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statements/202...
Learning how to read & write should be a fundamental milestone for everyone.
Yet 739 million adults & young people worldwide still lack basic literacy skills.
On Tuesday’s #LiteracyDay & every day, @UNESCO works to advance literacy & learning for all: unesco.org/en/days/literacy
For 80 years, the UN has been saving lives & helping people by:
🇺🇳 feeding the hungry
🇺🇳 helping those forced to flee
🇺🇳 vaccinating children
🇺🇳 promoting human rights
🇺🇳 protecting the planet
🇺🇳 responding to humanitarian crises & more.
www.un.org/en/UN80
“War reflects the failure of our humanity.
The pursuit of peace embodies humanity at its best.”
@UNHumanRights chief @volker_turk stresses that respect for human rights, international law & accountability are essential to building lasting peace.
www.ohchr.org/en/statements-and-speeches/2...…
Decent work is a human right.
It means dignity, equality, a fair income, and safe working conditions.
For over 100 years, @ILO has advanced social justice and decent work for all: ilo.org/global/about-the-ilo/mission-and-o...
🇺🇳 @UNPOL officers are a vital part of @UNPeacekeeping — working side by side with military personnel and civilians to protect the most vulnerable around the world.
More about their vital mission on Monday’s International Day of Police Cooperation: www.un.org/en/observances/police-cooperati...
Who can help deliver cleaner air?
✔️ Governments
✔️ Cities
✔️ Businesses
✔️ Investors
✔️ International organizations
✔️ You
Everyone has a role. This #CleanAirDay, see what’s yours:
www.unep.org/interactives/clean-air-day-gu...
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder causing progressive muscle degeneration & weakness.
Monday’s #WorldDuchenneAwarenessDay is an opportunity to advocate for the rights, inclusion & well-being of those living with this condition. www.un.org/observances/duchenne-awareness-day
Taking care of yourself is essential.
Small actions can make a big difference for your well-being:
🍎 Eat a balanced, healthy diet
🧘♀️ Prioritize your mental well-being
🏃♀️ Keep moving and stay active
More tips from @WHO: who.int/health-topics/self-care
Drown yourself in solutions, not in problems, urges Garry Conille.
Now UN Resident Coordinator in Kenya, he reflects on 20+ years in development, Haiti’s resilience & why he remains hopeful in the face of tough challenges.
Listen on Awake At Night: www.un.org/en/awake-at-night/s13-garry-con...
From the air we breathe to the water we drink, our health depends on nature and biodiversity.
It’s time to make peace with nature.
See how @UNEP works to protect nature and build a healthier planet for all: www.unep.org
Indigenous women & girls are leaders, knowledge keepers & agents of change.
Yet their contributions are too often overlooked.
On the first-ever Int’l Day of Indigenous Women & Girls, we stand with them for their rights & rightful place at the table.
www.un.org/en/observances/indigenous-women...
For 45+ years, Mother Teresa dedicated her life to serving the poor, sick, orphaned & dying.
Awarded the @NobelPrize for Peace in 1979, her legacy of compassion continues to inspire #CharityDay, observed on 5 September, the anniversary of her passing.
www.un.org/en/observances/charity-day
UN General Assembly approves merger of @UNSSC & @UNITAR, creating a stronger, more integrated platform for learning & institutional transformation.
@antonioguterres welcomes move as part of broader consolidation of UN's training & research capacities.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/09/1168276
In Nepal, thousands of children & their families urgently need life-saving assistance after last week’s deadly flash floods.
@UNICEF is providing emergency supplies & helping prevent disease outbreaks as damaged water systems & crowded shelters increase the risk of d…
Born from a global commitment to prevent future generations from the scourge of war, the UN remains essential to advancing peace, prosperity & human rights for everyone, everywhere.
Here’s how the UN makes a difference in the lives of millions every day. www.un.org/en/essential-un
Schools are reopening in Ebola-affected areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
But with half a million children already out of school due to conflict and most schools lacking water & sanitation, urgent support is needed to keep children safe & learning.
— via @UNOCHA
Refugees didn’t choose to flee their homes.
They were forced to make the impossible decision to leave everything behind in search of safety.
But we can all choose empathy & solidarity.
UNHCR works every day to support refugees & help them rebuild their lives.
—via @refugees
The El Niño climate phenomenon will intensify in the coming months, increasing risks of floods, drought and extreme heat worldwide, @WMO warns.
Early warnings and preparedness are critical to protect lives and livelihoods.
wmo.int/news/media-centre/el-nino-set-beco...
Gender-based violence is one of the most widespread human rights violations worldwide — cutting across all social, economic and national boundaries.
Survivors must be protected and supported
See how @UNFPA is taking action to end all forms of abuse: www.unfpa.org/gender-based-violence
Hate speech online can cause harm in real life.
Say #NoToHate:
✅ Make your social feeds a no-hate zone.
✅ Check facts before sharing.
✅ Tackle hate by sharing messages of tolerance & equality.
✅ Support those targeted by hate speech.
More ideas: un.org/en/hate-speech/take-action/engage
Global temperature rise is set to cross 1.5°C, pushing climate risks & impacts to increasingly dangerous heights, new @UNEP report warns.
But it’s still possible to limit, adapt to & return from higher temperatures if we take urgent #ClimateAction now.
www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-releas...
The world is more connected than ever.
96% of the global population is now within reach of a mobile broadband network.
Investments in infrastructure are crucial to achieving the #GlobalGoals and empowering communities for a better future.
www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/infrastr...
In five @UNPeacekeeping missions around the world, over 400 military and police officers from Korea are #ServingForPeace, leaving their families to protect those most at risk.
We thank these brave women and men for their service and sacrifice.
www.un.org/en/peace-and-security/service-a...
Rescue efforts in Nepal continue nearly a week after the catastrophic flash floods.
UN & partners are working side by side safeguarding health systems, reaching women & girls with critical aid, and coordinating the wider humanitarian response.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/09/1168234
“Young people, be proud of who you are. You never know where your talent's going to take you,” says @UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador @angeliquekidjo.
“I come from a continent that has impacted the culture of the planet. We have to be proud of the roots of that culture in Africa.”
Afghanistan faces a deepening child malnutrition crisis: 3.7 million children are suffering from wasting, including 1 million with severe acute malnutrition.
With funding cuts closing nutrition services, @UNICEF is calling for greater support to protect children and save lives.
France assumes the rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of September.
Follow @franceonu for updates. onu.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en
Sea level rise is no longer a future threat — it's accelerating now, with levels projected to rise up to 30cm by 2050, which could cause the displacement of up to 1.2 billion people.
Here are ways to address the challenges: www.un.org/en/focus/sea-level-rise
Nearly 80% of drug-related deaths are linked to opioids, and many of these deaths are caused by overdose.
More facts from @WHO on Monday’s International Overdose Awareness Day: www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/o...
Monday is the International Day for People of #AfricanDescent — a chance to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of the African diaspora around the world.
Learn more: un.org/en/observances/african-descent-day
Ending discrimination benefits everyone.
To prevent and #FightRacism is to create a better world for all of us.
Get tips on how you can take action: un.org/en/fight-racism
Whale sharks keep marine ecosystems healthy by regulating plankton — but pollution, habitat loss & climate change threaten their survival.
On #WhaleSharkDay & every day, we can help protect this endangered species by taking everyday steps to care for our planet.
— via @unep
Enforced disappearance is a grave human rights violation that has frequently been used to spread terror.
On Sunday's International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearances, join us in standing up for the rights of those who disappeared & their families. un.org/en/observances/victims-enforced-dis...
As global temperatures hit record highs & extreme weather events affect people around the world, #ClimateAction cannot wait any longer.
Here’s what you can do for a better future for all: un.org/actnow
For Corinne Momal-Vanian, the UN has been a lifelong commitment to its founding values and the belief that change is possible.
On Awake At Night, she reflects on the UN’s purpose and why human dignity must remain at its centre.
www.un.org/en/awake-at-night/s13-corinne-m...
Nuclear testing harms the environment, undermines economic development, and has devastating effects on people’s lives and health.
It is a relic of the past that has no place in the 21st century.
Saturday is the International Day against Nuclear Tests.
www.un.org/en/observances/end-nuclear-test...
"Haiti urgently needs existing commitments to translate into concrete results."
@BINUH_UN head @CGRuizMassieu tells Security Council in the aftermath of another appalling atrocity inflicted upon the Haitian population by gangs.
dppa.un.org/en/speeches-and-statements/rem...