The Transformative Change We Need to Live in Harmony with Nature
The global trend of biodiversity loss is threatening our survival as a species and the future of our planet.
Ninety-Eight-Year-Old 'Corona Warrior' Rises to the Challenge
At a time when, in the words of United Nations Secretary-General Ant贸nio Guterres, "we need every ounce of solidarity", the story of 98-year-old Gurdev Kaur Dhaliwal of Moga, who stitches masks for the poor, is the ultimate manifestation of unity of purpose.
Serving as a UNIFIL Peacekeeper During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The support of my family and the opportunity offered by UNIFIL have propelled me, as a United Nations peacekeeper, to play an active part in this global, unconventional war for the good of the humankind.
Indigenous Peoples Confronting the Pandemic: N墨s艒hkam膩towin w膩hiyaw it艒ht膿makan
Viruses don’t discriminate, but governments, institutions and social systems do. Infectious diseases like COVID-19 follow the channels carved by centuries of prejudice and inequality.
Women鈥檚 Leadership in Promoting Global Health and Well-Being
Globally, women bear the burden of disease disproportionately and face premature death due to gender-based inequities; these negative indicators are reflected in discrepancies with regard to access to basic health care services, nutrition and educational opportunities.
Modernizing Our Public Health Systems to Be Ready for the Next Pandemic
Today, many countries are still in crisis mode, doing what they can to control their COVID-19 outbreaks through measures such as social distancing, case detection and isolation, and treating hospitalized patients. Beyond the crisis stage, they will need improved public health capabilities to prevent a COVID-19 resurgence and to be ready for future pandemics.
Proof Positive: COVID-19 Shows the Necessity of Multilateral Responses鈥攁nd Global Solidarity
Although we are still in the most acute phase of the pandemic, it is already time to prepare for the day after. We need to make sure to “recover better”: better preparedness to tackle future similar crises, better governance, and more sustainable economic and social systems.
COVID-19 and the Alliance for Multilateralism
The world must prepare better for the next pandemic. COVID-19 should be an opportunity to strengthen the global health security system and enhance pandemic preparedness, prevention and response. The multilateral system needs to adapt and reform to 鈥渞ecover better鈥.
The 缅北禁地at 75: Now Is the Time to "Build Back Better"
We need international cooperation to galvanize action and to harness the opportunities the future holds, whether that鈥檚 leveraging the benefits of new technologies or building a zero-carbon world.
What Learning Spanish as a Second Language Has Meant to Me
The act of learning a second language transformed me, and for more than fifty years I have seen the same impact in thousands of students around the world. Investing thousands of hours in learning a language well is an act of faith and 鈥渃onscience鈥.
Women and Girls in Sport Can Change the Global Game
Women and girls in sport have made important contributions to the shifts we see on and off the field. When we play, we challenge gender stereotypes and make people question the false idea that some activities are only for men.
The Tangible Contributions of Sport to the SDGs
Sport plays an important advocacy role in combating the spread of diseases and highlighting the importance of international solidarity. In times of crisis, fear and anxiety can consume us. Alone, it seems, we can do very little, but working together, we can do so much.
Maintaining Inspiration and Motivation to Build a Peaceful and Sustainable World
The International Day of Conscience (5 April) provides another opportunity to focus single-mindedly on the vision and mission of the United Nations.
Chronicle Conversation: Ambassador William vanden Heuvel, 28 February 2020
Former US Ambassador William vanden Heuvel, Chair Emeritus and founder of the Roosevelt Institute, discusses the legacy of US President Franklin D. Roosevelt at the United Nations in the context of the Organization's upcoming 75th Anniversary. Drawing on decades of scholarship and diplomatic experience, Ambassador vanden Heuvel recalls the founding principles and enduring objectives of the United Nations, and Roosevelt's role in the creation of this indispensable international body.
Improving Water Resource Management to Address the Climate Emergency
Embracing adaptation and mitigation measures through water is a win-win-win proposal. It benefits sustainable water resources management and the human right to safe drinking water and sanitation.