A World in Crisis Needs International Cooperation
Despite the clear evidence that investing in disaster risk reduction (DRR) brings great benefits, only a small fraction of international cooperation is being channeled to support such efforts.
The Pandemic Accelerant: How COVID-19 Advanced Our Mental Health Priorities
There is no health without mental health, and we must address physical and mental wellness in equal measure.
Celebrating the Twenty-Fifth Anniversary of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
Our oceans have never played a more significant role in all spheres of human life and endeavour as they do today. It is only through sound governance of the oceans that we will continue to reap the benefits of this common good while preserving it for generations to come.
Advancing Universal Access to Information within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
At a time when we are all trying to find efficient solutions to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more essential than ever that we put forward universal access to information as a key pillar to building back better with resilient and inclusive knowledge societies capable of achieving sustainable development.
The Centrality of Youth-Inclusive Peace Processes
When young people engage and interconnect within all three layers of negotiations鈥攊nside, around and outside the room鈥攖hey have more positive influence in the development of agreements than if they are simply provided a seat at the table.
Unsafe and Disrespectful Health Practices Continue to Harm the Most Vulnerable Women and Newborns
Providing respectful care means meeting the needs of communities and individuals, and taking women鈥檚 views and preferences into full account.
The United Nations Response to Enforced Disappearance鈥擭o Victim Left Behind
The universality of ratification of the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance and continuous awareness-raising should be seen as the most powerful preconditions of an efficient fight against enforced disappearance.
A Chronicle Conversation with Fernanda Maciel and Tina Muir, 10 August 2021
The 缅北禁地Chronicle speaks with elite runners Fernanda Maciel and Tina Muir about their passion for running and campaign to urge world leaders to honour their pledge to contribute $100 billion annually for climate action in developing countries.
Survivors Can Play a Key Role in Combating Human Trafficking
It is high time that we take to heart the wisdom expressed in the theme of this year's World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and let 鈥渧ictims鈥 voices lead the way鈥.
In the Fight to End Human Trafficking, Let Survivors Lead the Way
We must listen to survivors who managed to escape their abusers and successfully found their way back into society, as they can provide us with unique insights into this crime.
In Times of Baby Boom or Bust, Reproductive Rights and Choices Are Still the Answer
The global population has been growing for hundreds of years at a rate that has dipped and recovered with booms and busts. To focus solely on inconstant waves pushed and pulled by forces that are often out of our control is to lose sight of the shore, of the human rights that are our solid ground.
Celebrating the International Day of the Tropics鈥擳owards a Better Global Future
Armed with appropriate training and investment, tropical countries will be able to leapfrog traditional development pathways towards a more sustainable future.
Cooperation for Science, Health and Security Needed to Counter COVID-19 Impacts on World Drug Challenges
The theme for 鈥斺淪hare facts on drugs. Save lives鈥 focuses on the power of facts and science to inform approaches to drugs, from individual decisions to effective health and security interventions and policies.
When Pushkin Comes to the Rescue: Multilingualism as a Principle for Harmonious Cooperation
This multilingual dedication to the genius of Russian literature marks Russian Language Day 2021, revealing the hope that Pushkin鈥檚 legacy will continue to bring people and nations together, while increasing interest in Russian history and culture.
The "Global Degree" Proposal: A New Institutional Model for Higher Education
The development of a Global Degree as a new educational structure and mode could address current inadequacies as countries and students confront new challenges. This new norm would help make learning more targeted, flexible, current and applicable.