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The #GlobalGoals leave no one behind. We uphold the principles of participation, inclusion, equality, and non-discrimination. This #PrideMonth and every day, let's celebrate and respect equality, dignity and #HumanRights for everyone, everywhere 🌎. #Pride2023

Every number tells a story. Every decision adds up. Ahead of #COP30, discover 30 facts that explain the climate crisis: 🟰 Because #ClimateCounts.

What are you doing to build a Digit'all future? 🌍 Join Digit'all Voices at Digital @ UNGA this September. Share how you're creating real change through technology: connectivity, digital skills, accessibility, or innovation. Deadline: 13 September 🔗

Today, we celebrate the power of photography 📸 not just as an art, but as a force for change. Every image tells a story, inspiring empathy, awareness and action. On #WorldPhotographyDay, let's celebrate the magic of photography that unites us all.

The challenge? Closing the $4.3 trillion annual financing gap needed to end extreme poverty and protect our 🌍. The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development will explore solutions to achieve the #SDGs. Here are 4️⃣ ways we’re helping:

Investing in development isn't just the right thing to do; it’s the smart thing to do. For every $1 we receive, we've leveraged over $50 in investments aligned with the #SDGs. Explore how we invest in people and 🌎:

Can you spot the development challenges hidden in the image? 👀 Today we face multiple crises that impact billions of lives and undermine our collective well-being. Explore some of the threats to human security around the 🌍 here:

It will take 137 years to end extreme poverty for women. The world cannot wait. With the right decisions and investments, we can accelerate change. See how we can shape the future: #CSW69

Every photo tells a full story. Stories of hope, progress, and hard work, and at times, of challenges faced with resilience. Explore some of our best shots of 2025:

Biodiversity supports every part of human life, from food production and medicines to jobs, recreation &amp; a livable climate. People cannot thrive on a planet that is in crisis. This is why we need to #ActNow, for our present and our future.

What we share online can have consequences in the real world. Spreading misinformation can result in people being left uninformed, unprotected and can put lives at risk during a crisis. Today and every day, pause and verify facts before sharing.

25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The world is turning orange 🧡 to say #NoExcuse and stand against gender-based violence. Let’s kick off UN Women's #16Days of Activism and #OrangeTheWorld!

Disinformation isn't new; it's part of human history. Our tendency to believe what we want to believe is now amplified by technology. How do we combat this growing threat to democracy and society? Learn more: #wef25

Terms used to discuss #ClimateChange can be daunting. That's why we've prepared an easy-to-understand resource for anyone wanting to learn more and take #ClimateAction. Explore UNDP Climate's Climate Dictionary now:

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Behind the devastating flood numbers in Nepal are countless human stories. For survivors who lost everything, rebuilding is a major challenge. UNDP in Nepal is supporting the government with data management to streamline relief, map damage, and build resilience.

USD 600 billion. That’s the estimated cost of rebuilding Ukraine over the next decade. But numbers do not tell the full story. Recovery is more than restoring infrastructure. It's about rebuilding lives. UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 from Kyiv, Ukraine.

The #GlobalGoals leave no one behind. We uphold the principles of participation, inclusion, equality, and non-discrimination. This #PrideMonth and every day, let's celebrate and respect equality, dignity and #HumanRights for everyone, everywhere 🌎. #Pride2023

Women still face an uphill battle. Our 🆕 Gender Social Norms Index shows that in the last decade, progress towards #GenderEquality has stagnated. Let’s level the playing field. It’s time to shift norms towards equality. #CheckYourBias

Join our Administrator Alexander De Croo 🇺🇳 on 26 August at our Executive Board for an interactive dialogue with United Nations Member States. Learn more about our #UNDPEB:

Floods can change lives in hours. Across Nepal, lives, jobs &amp; infrastructure have been swept away. The danger remains. UNDP stands with Nepal, working alongside the United Nations, national and international partners to support response &amp; recovery efforts.

75% of families in Afghanistan are unable to meet their basic needs including access to food, shelter and healthcare. Together with partners, UNDP Afghanistan is helping to keep the lights on for more than 5 million people who need it most.

Together with Samsung Mobile, through the #Generation17 initiative & the Samsung Global Goals App📱, we’re empowering the next generation of changemakers to drive progress on the #GlobalGoals. See how we're raising awareness & inspiring millions to take action🌎:

There is no place like planet Earth. Because every day is #EarthDay, share your 💚 for our 🌍. #ActNow for our present, for our future.

13% of the 🌍 population live in the 44 Least Developed Countries. Through sustainable finance, digital transformation and innovation, we are supporting the people living in LDCs to achieve the #GlobalGoals. On #LDCsDay, here are 5️⃣ things to know ⬇️

In a matter of hours, lives, jobs &amp; infrastructure in Nepal were swept away by floods. An estimated 2.2 million tonnes of debris were generated, according to our latest assessment, which aggregates vital government data and advanced satellite imagery.

Tomorrow starts now. The #Generation17 Young Leaders are turning their vision for a better world into action. On #YouthDay and every day, we celebrate young people and their ideas, courage, and power to create change.

🌍 Ever wondered what the world REALLY thinks about #ClimateChange? Our #PeoplesClimateVote is the most extensive global public opinion survey solely dedicated to climate change. 🔎 Explore a world of views on the climate crisis, live now:

In Afghanistan, Tawfiqullah is protecting his community from floods, supported by UNDP &amp; namingos 🇰🇷 Recovery cannot wait until a crisis is over. It must begin on day one.

A decade ago, Berbera, a bustling port city in Somaliland, faced serious challenges. Fast forward to today, Berbera tells a story of optimism &amp; growth driven by strong local governance, visionary leadership &amp; strategic support through our partnerships:

Indigenous Peoples are the guardians of the Earth. But mining, deforestation, disease and over tourism are destroying the lands and lives they’ve protected for generations. Their rights, cultures, languages and lands must be respected and protected. #WeAreIndigenous

Healthy mangroves = healthy 🌎. They absorb carbon, protect livelihoods and support wildlife. This #MangroveDay, learn how mangroves help build a more sustainable future.

Biodiversity supports every part of human life, from food production and medicines to jobs, recreation & a livable climate. People cannot thrive on a planet that is in crisis. This is why we need to #ActNow, for our present and our future.

Floods can change lives in hours. Across Nepal, lives, jobs & infrastructure have been swept away. The danger remains. UNDP stands with Nepal, working alongside the United Nations, national and international partners to support response & recovery efforts.

In a matter of hours, lives, jobs & infrastructure in Nepal were swept away by floods. An estimated 2.2 million tonnes of debris were generated, according to our latest assessment, which aggregates vital government data and advanced satellite imagery.

In Afghanistan, Tawfiqullah is protecting his community from floods, supported by UNDP & namingos 🇰🇷 Recovery cannot wait until a crisis is over. It must begin on day one.

A decade ago, Berbera, a bustling port city in Somaliland, faced serious challenges. Fast forward to today, Berbera tells a story of optimism & growth driven by strong local governance, visionary leadership & strategic support through our partnerships: