United Nations

Since 1948, more than two million women and men with Nations Peacekeeping have saved and improved lives in some of the world’s most challenging places.

Every day, they protect civilians, support peace, assist in delivering humanitarian aid, promote human rights, and much more.

On Friday’s International Day of UN Peacekeepers, we pay tribute to these brave women and men, and thank them for their commitment to a more peaceful future. https://www.un.org/en/observances/peacekeepers-day

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is worsening an already fragile humanitarian situation amid conflict, hunger and displacement.

The UN is expanding its response, delivering food, clean water, protective supplies and other vital support for those is need.

Menstrual health is a human right, and periods are just as natural as breathing. Without periods, no one would be here.

Let's end the stigma around menstruation.

UNFPA works to improve menstrual health around the world, ensuring dignity for all.

Thursday is Menstrual Hygiene Day.

The UN Charter is clear: member countries shall refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state. They shall act in accordance with international law, and they shall settle international disputes peacefully.

The Charter remains humanity’s best hope for peace.

But it is only as strong as the commitment of UN member countries to uphold it.

Tunisia provides nearly 700 military and police officers to four United Nations Peacekeeping missions around the world.

They are serving for peace at great personal risk and under harsh conditions to help others. We thank them for their service and sacrifice.

https://un.org/en/peace-and-security/service-and-sacrifice

Eid Mubarak!

May we all draw inspiration from the values of empathy, charity and compassion that are celebrated during Eid al-Adha.

Since the creation of the UN in 1945, more than 80 former colonies have gained independence.

The International Week of Solidarity with Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories starts on Monday.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/non-self-governing-week

Racism, intolerance and discrimination tear at the fabric of our societies, which is a tragedy for everyone.

From speaking up against injustices to spreading messages of tolerance, each of us has a role to play to prevent and fight racism.

Get more ideas: https://www.un.org/en/fight-racism

Football transcends borders — uniting people of all ages and cultures through solidarity, respect and shared passion.

Monday’s World Football Day celebrates the power of football to drive development and peace, foster health and well-being, and create more inclusive societies.

Marking Monday’s Africa Day, UN Secretary-General António Guterres drew attention to the continent’s abundant strengths, resilience, potential and growing influence on the global stage.

“Today and every day, the United Nations is proud to work with African countries to build the peaceful, prosperous and sustainable future all Africans – and our world – deserve.”

Beyond the loss of life and human suffering, conflict inflicts a heavy cost on the environment.

In Gaza, UN Environment Programme is supporting communities grappling with the devasting effects of the war. Tonnes of debris are being removed from key locations to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid.