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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.

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 🌎:

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:

From the beginning, we have pioneered solutions alongside partners to tackle humanity’s most pressing challenges, including poverty, inequality and climate change. And as the world has evolved, so have we. Check out our history and milestones: #UNDP60

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:

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

Microplastics are found throughout our bodies: in our lungs, in our blood, and in the placentas of pregnant women. Ending plastic pollution is about protecting our health. Learn how a global #PlasticsTreaty could help: #INC3

Today is International Day of #RuralWomen! 👩‍🌾 Women are the backbone of the rural economy, responsible for half of the world’s food production while working as environmental and biodiversity stewards. Join us to celebrate and support rural women and girls around the world 🌎!

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.

It's time for a reality check on the #GlobalGoals. Only 15% of the targets are on track. At the midpoint for the 2030 Agenda, we need to #ActNow for people and planet.

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

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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

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

Housing is at the core of human development. Access to safe, adequate housing is vital for dignity, opportunity, and resilience. From upgrading informal settlements to rebuilding homes in crisis settings, we work with partners to advance inclusive urban solutions. #WUF13

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

Debt servicing is a development issue, not just a fiscal one. Our 🆕 report #WhoPaysThePrice shows rising debt servicing burdens disproportionately affect women. See why debt solutions must prioritize employment, human development and gender equality.

We share our planet with around 8.7 million species and 8+ billion people. Everything we do has an impact on our 🌎. On #BiodiversityDay and every day, let’s make choices that will leave a greener planet for future generations:

The military escalation in the Middle East could push over 30 million people into poverty across 162 countries. The effects of the crisis reach far beyond directly affected countries, falling hardest on the poor &amp; most vulnerable. More in our 🆕 brief:

From Indonesia and Turkey to Ecuador, Brigitta Gunawan, Oğuz Ergen and Jose Francisco Ochoa young leaders from UNDP and Samsung Mobile's #Generation17 are making waves in ocean conservation. Their efforts are inspiring a generation of changemakers to take action and #SaveOurOcean.

Equal treatment before the law is a fundamental human right. Yet only 67% of women 🌍 enjoy the same legal protections that men do, leaving them unprotected. No justice #ForAllWomenAndGirls means no justice at all. #IWD2026

Join our #Generation17 young leaders with Samsung Mobile! 🌟 Are you between the ages of 18-30 &amp; leading a #SDGs-focused initiative? If YES, apply by 6 January at 11:59pm EST and be part of the next community of change-makers. Find out more &amp; join us:

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:

🌍 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:

Behind the scenes at #UNGA! What is multilateralism and why is working together so important? See what we heard in the corridors of the United Nations last week from our #PartnersAtCore.

"This is a moment where we need to lean forward." After 8 years of leading UNDP, our Administrator Achim Steiner shares this parting message on the future of development and his hope for a better world for people and planet. Watch for the full interview:

"The ocean truly is the 💙 of the planet. Without the ocean, life could not exist." This #WorldOceansDay, hear from Marine Biologist and Oceanographer Dr. Sylvia A. Earle on why we need to take action to #SaveOurOcean for people, planet 🌎 and a better future for all.

No. Time. To. Lose. It’s our children’s future. Let’s clear the skies for all the kids in our lives. Sign our climate pledge NOW: #WeatherKids

Refugees don’t just need shelter, they need solidarity. Host communities provide both, often against the odds. This #WorldRefugeeDay, let’s honour their shared resilience and invest in their future.

Nature-based initiatives that work with local communities to improve livelihoods and protect both nature and human rights are among the #EquatorPrize nominations. At the heart: #IndigenousPeoples leadership. Hear their voices:

“Ocean health is human health.” We need to protect it as if our life depends on it because it does. Our Goodwill Ambassador Nikolaj CosterWaldau spotlights why we need to #SaveOurOcean for a healthier future.

The military escalation in the Middle East could push over 30 million people into poverty across 162 countries. The effects of the crisis reach far beyond directly affected countries, falling hardest on the poor & most vulnerable. More in our 🆕 brief:

Join our #Generation17 young leaders with Samsung Mobile! 🌟 Are you between the ages of 18-30 & leading a #SDGs-focused initiative? If YES, apply by 6 January at 11:59pm EST and be part of the next community of change-makers. Find out more & join us:

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: