“The United Nations is a living promise that despite our differences, we will solve problems together.
Let’s keep that promise. Let’s never give up.”
— @antonioguterres says even in these challenging times, we must be guided by the pursuit of peace, dignity and hope.
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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.
www.un.org/en/awake-at-night/s13-mary-make...
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.
www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/biodiver...
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/mandeladay/
📸: 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.
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 www.un.org/youthaffairs/en/youth-mental-he...
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
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.
In Afghanistan, 3.7 million children are at heightened risk of malnutrition as the peak wasting season approaches.
Food insecurity is forcing families to cut meals, leaving children more vulnerable.
@UNICEF calls for urgent action to save lives. www.unicef.org/press-releases/unicef-calls...
One million of the world’s estimated 8 million species are threatened with extinction.
But there is hope.
#GenerationRestoration is restoring habitats and bringing threatened species back from the brink.
@UNEP highlights six species making a comeback: www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/back-b...
Global childhood immunization coverage is slowly recovering, with progress despite conflict, displacement & other challenges.
Yet millions remain unprotected.
#VaccinesWork & save lives every day, helping build a healthier future for all.
www.who.int/news/item/15-07-2026-global-ch...…
During this week’s #HLPF, the SDG Media Zone is showcasing innovative local solutions to global challenges — highlighting how people are driving change in their communities amid overlapping crises for a better future for all.
Get inspired: www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/blog/202...…
Young people are the leaders of today, and tomorrow.
On Wednesday’s #YouthSkillsDay, let's celebrate their contributions and commit to supporting youth with the right skills to shape a better future for all generations.
More from @UNESCO: www.unesco.org/en/skills-work-life
“We've seen the fastest growth in a month since the outbreak began and of all Ebola outbreaks we've managed.”
@WHO warns infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached record highs, with most cases linked to unknown transmission chains. news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167933
In Gaza, despite congested routes, challenging crossings and damaged roads, @WFP teams continue working every day to transport and deliver life-saving assistance.
A look at the daily efforts behind getting aid where it is needed most.
For more than 65 years, UN Messenger of Peace Jane Goodall devoted her life to protecting our planet and its wildlife.
On Tuesday’s #WorldChimpanzeeDay, we honour her legacy, pioneering research and unwavering commitment to chimpanzee conservation. 🐒
www.un.org/en/messengers-peace/jane-goodall
“Crisis by crisis, the Sustainable Development Goals are drifting further out of reach,” @antonioguterres warned on Monday during the High-level Political Forum at UNHQ.
“Our mission is clear: to accelerate progress at scale and speed.”
www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statements/202...…
From rebuilding roads to restoring livelihoods, @UNOPS_Chief Jorge Moreira da Silva has spent his career turning hope into action.
On Awake At Night, he reflects on delivering projects in complex environments & why perseverance is key to improving lives.
www.un.org/en/awake-at-night/s13-jorge-mor...
Racism, intolerance and discrimination tear at the fabric of our societies, which is harmful us all.
Everyone, everywhere can speak up and take action to #FightRacism.
www.un.org/en/fight-racism
Sunday is the International Day of Hope.
At a time when people and communities are facing persistent challenges, hope can be a guiding principle to help inspire action for a better world.
www.un.org/en/observances/hope-day
330 million people are affected by sand & dust storms every year.
They damage health, crops, property — and can carry particles thousands of kilometers across borders.
Sunday is the International Day of Combating Sand & Dust Storms.
via @FAO
“One child,
one teacher,
one book,
one pen
can change the world."
— @Malala
Happy birthday to our Messenger of Peace!
Thank you for your tireless commitment to championing girls' education around the world.
www.un.org/en/messengers-peace/malala-yous...
The Security Council is made up of 15 UN member countries.
Its primary responsibility is to maintain international peace and security.
More facts: main.un.org/securitycouncil/en
Saturday is the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica.
31 years on we remember the lives of those lost, acknowledge the grief of the survivors, & express our respect & solidarity with the victims' families.
www.un.org/en/observances/srebrenica-genoc...
Nearly 9 in 10 young adults say financial security & stable employment are important factors they’re considering before parenthood.
Building a family starts with building a secure future.
Latest insights from @UNFPA on Saturday’s #WorldPopulationDay: unf.pa/lcf2026
The physical signs of stress can present in many different forms, including:
❌headaches
❌neck, shoulder or back pain
❌lack of appetite
❌upset stomach
More facts, including stress management tips, from @WHO during this Self-Care Month. www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answer...
Every day, the UN works around the world to:
🇺🇳Feed the hungry
🇺🇳Vaccinate children
🇺🇳Promote development
🇺🇳Protect civilians
🇺🇳Support displaced people
🇺🇳Advance human rights & much more.
www.un.org/en/essential-un
The UN General Assembly has marked 31 years since the Srebrenica genocide that resulted in the deaths of more than 8,000 people.
Participants paid tribute to the victims & their families, while reflecting on the strength, dignity & courage of survivors.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167909
“For over four years, the war in Ukraine has shattered millions of lives and separated countless families.
There are no military solutions. Only inclusive dialogue & negotiations can reverse this dangerous trajectory.”
– @UNDPPA chief @DicarloRosemary
dppa.un.org/en/news/usg-dicarlo-urges-imme...
Marine life is now protected by a landmark international treaty on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity.
The agreement will protect life in areas beyond national waters, representing more than two-thirds of the ocean.
www.un.org/bbnjagreement/en
“The UN Charter and the women, peace and security agenda are our last, best hope for a better world – where bodies are no longer used and abused as battlefields.”
– Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict.
www.un.org/sexualviolenceinconflict/statem...
AI news: New UN-backed international coalition aims to ensure AI tech protects children worldwide, putting children’s rights at the centre of AI governance.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167891
The war in Sudan is having a devastating impact on children.
They are being killed and injured at home, on roads, in markets, and while attempting to access essential services like education and healthcare.
Children must never be a target.
via @UNICEF
Ebola continues to spread in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo as death toll from the outbreak surpasses 500.
@WHO reports more than 10,000 contacts are being monitored amid large scale displacement and armed clashes.
news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167882
The progress made through the Sustainable Development Goals proves that purposeful global action can transform lives.
See what has been achieved, and the challenges that lie ahead for the #GlobalGoals: unstats.un.org/sdgs/report/2026/
“AI is impacting our children’s learning, their friendships & how they view the world – and we are already seeing the cost.”
@antonioguterres calls for a Child Safety Code to help keep children safe when using using AI.
“No child should be a guinea pig for unregulated AI.”
Tuesday is World Kiswahili Language Day.
Follow @UmojaWaMataifa for updates on the UN's work in Kiswahili, a language spoken by 200+ million people around the world.
www.un.org/en/observances/kiswahili-day
“We may be the last generation able to set the terms on which humanity and machines coexist.”
As Artificial Intelligence advances at runaway speed, @antonioguterres stresses we must ensure AI serves humanity, and not the other way around.
www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statements/202...
“No child should be a guinea pig for unregulated AI.”
– @antonioguterres has called for a new Child Safety Code to keep children safe when using AI.
“When a child is harmed, the answer must never be ‘the algorithm did it,’ he said.
www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/statements/202...
From farms & fisheries to local businesses, rural communities are driving innovation, strengthening food systems & creating opportunities.
On #WorldRuralDevelopmentDay, we join @IFAD in celebrating the people shaping a more sustainable future for all.
www.un.org/en/observances/rural-developmen...
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights enshrines that these rights are for all people, regardless of nationality, gender, race, religion, belief, or any other status.
www.ohchr.org/en/universal-declaration-of-...…
There is enough food in the world today to feed everyone.
Yet millions still go to bed on an empty stomach every night.
No one should go hungry.
See how @wfp, the largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger, works to save lives around the globe: www.wfp.org/ending-hunger
Cooperatives employ 280 million people — representing 10% of the global workforce.
These community-based businesses not only provide livelihoods and income, but also help drive progress toward the #GlobalGoals.
Saturday is #CoopsDay. un.org/en/observances/cooperatives-day
From serving in some of the world’s most troubled places to surviving the 2003 Baghdad Canal Hotel bombing, @RoukaElpida knows the cost of conflict & the strength it takes to keep going.
On Awake At Night, she reflects on grief, trauma & healing.
🎧: www.un.org/en/awake-at-night/s13-elpida-ro...
All species on Earth rely on a sustainable climate.
Every fraction of a degree matters when it comes to the future of biodiversity and nature.
#ClimateAction can help protect the planet and all its people.
via @UNEP
Children are adopting AI more than three times faster than adults, using it for learning, homework and advice on things that worry them, a new @UNICEF analysis finds.
As children’s use of AI grows, protections to keep them safe must keep pace.
www.unicef.org/press-releases/children-are...