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United Nations

@UN

Official account of the United Nations. For peace, dignity & equality on a healthy planet.

New York, NY

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Born October 24, 1945

Joined March 2008

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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
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Annalena Baerbock
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Jul 9
On 14 July, the General Assembly will take stock of the Pact for the Future. On the margins of #HLPF, Member States will discuss how Pact commitments are being translated into national action, from water, energy and sustainable cities to financing and governance reform. 10 a.m.
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UN Humanitarian
@UNOCHA
Jul 9
The next six months will shape the recovery for communities affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela. A time-bound additional appeal for US$296 million has been launched to expand support for 1.3 million people. More in our latest situation update: bit.ly/4guXccg
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UN Women
@UN_Women
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A new @UN_Women report paints a bleak picture: At least 1 million women and girls have lost access to critical support as funding cuts dismantle women’s organizations working in humanitarian crises. 🔗 See our press release: unwo.men/HloR50ZmavW #ForAllWomenAndGirls
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World Food Programme
@WFP
Jul 9
📍 #Venezuela: Volunteers like Vileidi are lending their time to prepare meals for families affected by the earthquakes. With support from WFP, local volunteers and humanitarian partners are working together to ensure displaced families have access to food while they begin to
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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. who.int/news-room/ques…
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UN Human Rights
@UNHumanRights
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#SriLanka prison violence: families of inmates & prison officers killed & injured deserve to know truth & see accountability. Prompt, independent & transparent investigations must be carried out into Negombo violence & reprisals. Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka should be
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UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
@Refugees
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A major landslide struck a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh in an area with a mosque. Children were inside at the time of the incident. The situation remains dire, every day brings more rain. More rain brings more risks.
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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. un.org/en/essential-un
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Jul 9
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/…
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UN Peacekeeping
@UNPeacekeeping
Jul 9
The @UN Chiefs of Police Summit, organized by @UNPOL, brings together senior government officials, police chiefs, UN officials and partners to discuss how policing can respond to some of the most pressing peace and security challenges. To invest in police is to #InvestInPeace.
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UN-Habitat
@UNHABITAT
Jul 8
💧🏙️ Sustainable cities start with safe water and sanitation. #SDG6 and #SDG11 go hand in hand. Reliable water and sanitation improve public health, strengthen climate resilience, reduce inequalities and support adequate housing. 🔗 Read the report: unwater.org/publications/s…
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UN Human Rights
@UNHumanRights
Jul 9
#DRC: @volker_turk deplores the civilian impact of recent clashes in the east. "I urge the Congolese armed forces and the M23 to immediately step back from further violence and urgently act to de-escalate tensions." ohchr.org/en/press-relea…
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Jul 9
“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-di…