UNV: Diversity Mosaic

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UNV presents 77 inspirational UN Volunteers and Online Volunteers with disabilities.

Oxfam sues the Danish state to stop arms exports to Israel

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Oxfam Denmark, Amnesty International Denmark, Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke (Action Aid Denmark) and the Palestinian human rights organization Al-Haq are suing the Danish National Police and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to stop Danish arms exports to Israel.

EU: Council and Parliament reach political agreement on ban for products made with forced labour

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The Council and the European Parliament have reached a provisional deal on the regulation prohibiting in the EU market products made with forced labour.

Sightsavers pledges US$60 million to help beat neglected tropical diseases

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Sightsavers will invest US$60 million towards eliminating several diseases that are causing pain and suffering across Africa.

People Powered Home About Participatory Democracy Resources Get Help News Community Connect Call for applications: Get mentorship support to launch or improve a participatory program!

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The Rising Stars Program connects democracy practitioners with expert guidance to launch and improve participatory programs. This online mentorship program bridges the gap between advocates, policymakers, and program managers (mentees), and on-the-ground experts (mentors).

With UNESCO, Arab and European Universities Are Committed to Promote Transformative Education

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Transformative Education equips the young minds of today with the tools, values, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to drive positive change and foster just, inclusive, and sustainable societies.

ActionAid statement on sexual violence in Gaza and Israel

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"The alleged sexual violence and harassment against any woman, both in Israel and Palestine, are deeply troubling and must be addressed. International mechanisms like the ICC and specialized courts must prosecute any alleged crimes. "

Investing in women crucial to bridge gender gap in political leadership in Asia and the Pacific

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Themed ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’, the annual International Women’s Day commemoration hosted by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and UN Women further drew attention to the point that when women have a seat at the table, policies are more gender-responsive and inclusive.

How well did UN Member States report on their SDG commitments in 2023?

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The annual Progressing National SDGs Implementation report gives an independent analysis of the progress reports UN Member States share each year at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) in New York.

ODI: Breaking down barriers to women's political power: an era-defining election year

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This year more than ever, as billions of people around the world go to the polls, women’s political participation is critical. Its importance is enshrined in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a blueprint for women’s rights that emphasises equal participation at all levels of political power and decision-making. Yet almost three decades on from Beijing, gender norms remain a persiste

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