UN chief calls for ‘dramatic shift’ to transform education worldwide
Stories & Blogs UNSDGJul 11, 2024(Story )The global crisis in education needs a “dramatic shift” to shape a more peaceful, sustainable and just world, the UN Secretary-General said.
UN chief calls for ‘dramatic shift’ to transform education worldwide
Stories & Blogs UNSDGJul 11, 2024(Story )The global crisis in education needs a “dramatic shift” to shape a more peaceful, sustainable and just world, the UN Secretary-General said on Thursday.
IOM and Cisco Provide Digital Skills to Displaced Persons and Communities in Northeast Nigeria
Stories & Blogs IOMJun 19, 2024(News )The programme is expected to launch at three pilot schools in Borno State, where more than 2.3 million people are currently displaced.
UN Deputy Chief: “make 2024 a turning point for education”
Stories & Blogs UNSDGApr 11, 2024(Story )United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed has called for a transformation in education as she addressed a high-level education event.
Peace and Politics: Women in Mali Persevere Through Crises
Stories & Blogs UNSDGApr 03, 2024(Story )"If things aren't going well in town, [...] we issue alerts. Because women are afraid. The children are afraid. We get together to discuss and solve any issues so that we can move forward together."
Conflict Drives Displacement Amidst Rising Climate Shocks: New Africa Migration Report
Stories & Blogs IOMMar 26, 2024(News )Conflict and violence remain the main drivers of displacement and movements in sub-Saharan Africa in 2022, exacerbated by increasing climate shocks and hazards.
One in Three Migrant Deaths Occurs En route While Fleeing Conflict: IOM Report
Stories & Blogs IOMMar 26, 2024(News )Report reveals alarming trends in migrant deaths and disappearances over the past decade.
"Peace can achieve wonders that wars never will" | Secretary-General's remarks to the General Assembly on 2024 priorities
Stories & Blogs UNSDGFeb 07, 2024(Announcement )If countries fulfilled their obligations under the Charter, every person’s right to a life of peace and dignity would be guaranteed.
Joint Statement | Putting survivors at the forefront of the global movement to end female genital mutilation
Stories & Blogs UNSDGFeb 06, 2024(Announcement )More than 200 million girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation. This year, nearly 4.4 million girls will be at risk of this harmful practice. This equates to more than 12,000 cases every day.
Liberia's women abandon female genital mutilation, embrace better livelihoods
Stories & Blogs UNSDGFeb 05, 2024(Story )"Even though I was a skilled and respected midwife, I was drawn into the world of FGM due to the influence of my mother-in-law, who was a renowned Chief Zoe. After her passing, tradition dictated that I inherit her position," Ms. Yaoh.