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“The impulse towards hope is always present & tends... to win over.” Here’s what actors, singers, poets & other creatives told us about their inspiration & optimism. What gives you hope for humanity in these challenging times? Melissa Navia 🚀 Food and Agriculture Organization UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agencyshow more

Thousands of people continue to flee brutal violence in... Sudan. In just two weeks, nearly 20,000 people —mostly exhausted, traumatized women and children— have reached Chad, which is now at a breaking point. Urgent support is the difference between life and death.show more

The suffering in Gaza is unacceptable. Violence against civilians... seeking humanitarian aid is unacceptable. Attacks near food distribution points are unacceptable. World Food Programme is calling for an urgent ceasefire to avert a deeper humanitarian catastrophe.show more

Diversity is a strength, not a threat. We can... all #FightRacism by spreading compassion, tolerance & acceptance. Get more ideas about how YOU can take action:show more

Globally, 1 in 5 girls are married before they... turn 18. See what UNICEF is doing to end child marriage, which threatens the lives, well-being and futures of girls around the world:show more

From our UN family, to yours — sending everyone... our warmest season's greetings. Wishing all who celebrate a happy, healthy and Merry Christmas!show more

“Force cannot be the final arbiter of whose lives,... rights and future matter.” – António Guterres says he will never give up on the conviction that peace is possible. "I will continue to stand up for the values of the UN Charter. And I will never ever give up."show more

Refugees didn’t choose to flee their homes. They were... forced to make the impossible decision to leave everything behind in search of safety. But we can all choose empathy & solidarity. UNHCR works every day to support refugees & help them rebuild their lives. —via UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agencyshow more

Needs are immense in Türkiye and Syria in the... aftermath of the devastating earthquakes. You can help UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency provide life-saving emergency relief to the victims of this disaster:show more

Tea 🫖 has many health benefits thanks to its... anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties. On Tuesday's #InternationalTeaDay, Food and Agriculture Organization has more about one of the world's most popular beverages:show more

On Saturday’s #WorldBicycleDay & every day, the UN is... supporting the use of bicycles to transform mobility, while also helping to create a greener, more sustainable future.show more

“We only have one planet. Take good care of... it. And take good care of yourself.” – UN Environment Programme Goodwill Ambassador Rocky Dawuni encourages everyone to #ActNow for a healthy planet.show more

Every day, WFP Supply Chain and Delivery is a... lifeline, delivering food and essential supplies to remote areas in urgent need. From trucks and ships to helicopters, teams work around the clock to ensure assistance reaches the most vulnerable — wherever they are.show more

In favour: 14 Against: 0 Abstention: 1 The UN... Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the immediate, unconditional release of all hostages.show more

Small #ClimateAction steps in your daily life can have... a big impact. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency Goodwill Ambassador Theo James is at the #COP29 climate conference to encourage everyone to #ActNow for a better future for all.show more

Tens of thousands of boys & girls are forced... to take part in armed conflicts. It is a grave violation of their human rights. Monday is the International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers. #ChildrenNotSoldiersshow more

Prioritizing mental health is important each and every day,... particularly during times of high stress. Monday’s #HappinessDay is an opportunity to reflect on the important connections between mental well-being and happiness.show more

“We all have the same goal.” Lucas Leiva and... others from the world of football have told us about their inspiration & optimism. What gives you hope for humanity in these challenging times?show more

“We all need to take action to save the... world.” – UN Development Goodwill Ambassador Nikolaj CosterWaldau joined world leaders at last month’s #UNGA to call for urgent #ClimateAction. Each of us can & must #ActNow for a more sustainable future. See how:show more