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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.

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

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

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.

UN teams worldwide continue to support with the environmental and socioeconomic recovery of the most vulnerable communities. Today, we highlight the

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.

The fight against COVID-19 continues for countries across the globe. Teams on the ground are maintaining their strong commitment to fight COVID-19

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.

UN teams continue to work with local authorities and partners to help mitigate the health and socioeconomic impacts of the pandemic. Below, we

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world at its core, deepening pre-existing inequalities. This global crisis has intensified violence against women

UN teams, led by their Resident Coordinators, are working across the globe with governments and partners to fight COVID-19. Today, we highlight the coordinated effort of some of these teams as of 17 July 2020.

As the world wraps up 2020, we recognize the continued coordinated efforts of the UN teams worldwide. Today, we highlight some of the work taking place across the globe.