United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
March 2020
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Story
With the coronavirus crisis spreading to more countries with broader social and economic implications, the United Nations is mobilizing its global workforce to help affected Governments to contain or slow the onslaught of this deadly disease.
COVID-19
April 2021
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Announcement
The United Nations has launched a $29.2 million global funding appeal to help those affected by the eruptions of the La Soufrière volcano in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and other impacted countries.
April 2020
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Story
Julio Nájera, a renowned reggae singer from Costa Rica, tunes his guitar; he stretches his fingers and adjusts a pair of strings. You can feel the
COVID-19
January 2024
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Announcement
UN Deputy Secretary-General traveled to Europe to meet with senior officials and stakeholders on the reform of the UN development system and the UN chief's Financing for Development Agenda, as well as on the lead-up to the Summit of the Future.
September 2022
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Action 2030 Blog
This is an overview of the perspective of the Special Adviser of the UN Secretary-General for the Transforming Education Summit: Leonardo Garnier, originally from Costa Rica, outlines the genesis of the current crossroads in education, with particular emphasis on the Latin American and Caribbean region.
Education
June 2020
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Story
As the pandemic penetrates more areas, what does serious work to contain it look like? That question is uppermost in the minds of public health and
COVID-19
October 2021
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Announcement
UN agencies deeply regret the sinking of a boat on October 11 in Acandí, Colombia, which was carrying about 30 people to Panama. In this tragedy, three people lost their lives and six others, including three minors, are missing, according to the Colombian authorities.
February 2024
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Story
Post-war reconstruction and recovery in Ukraine is projected to cost $486 billion over the next decade, up from $411 billion estimated a year ago, a UN-backed study published on Thursday has revealed.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
Crisis
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
March 2024
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Story
In Jamaica, a concerted effort is underway to tackle a challenge that has long hindered progress and prosperity – the proliferation of small arms and light weapons. As the third-largest island in the Caribbean, with a population of 2.73 million, Jamaica faces the stark reality of high crime rates.
2030 Agenda and the SDGs
Youth Leadership
Urban
December 2022
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Story
Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.
June 2020
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Story
UN teams worldwide continue to support with the environmental and socioeconomic recovery of the most vulnerable communities. Today, we highlight the
COVID-19
September 2020
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Story
The fight against COVID-19 continues for countries across the globe. Teams on the ground are maintaining their strong commitment to fight COVID-19
COVID-19
May 2020
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Story
Learn how UN teams across the globe are working together to tackle COVID-19. Here, are some of the coordinated response efforts as of 22 May 2020.
COVID-19
August 2020
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Story
UN teams continue to work with local authorities and partners to help mitigate the health and socioeconomic impacts of the pandemic. Below, we
COVID-19
January 2021
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Story
UN teams continue to work with national and local authorities worldwide to ensure the safety and dignity of refugees and migrants, indigenous communities and children. Their efforts support the betterment of countries' health and socio-economic conditions, including better living conditions for those most at risk, lifesaving training, supplies and equipment, human rights protection and aid in ensuring no adult or child is left behind.
COVID-19