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Cholera, a bacterial disease that causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration, is raging through displaced communities in conflict-ravaged DR Congo.

This is UNICEF’s response for children.

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Do you know an inspired young writer?

Universal Postal Union's new writing competition is a unique opportunity for young people to explore literacy & creativity through the timeless art of letter writing.

More on the contest requirements: upu.int/en/universal-p…

Do you know an inspired young writer? @UPU_UN's new writing competition is a unique opportunity for young people to explore literacy & creativity through the timeless art of letter writing. More on the contest requirements: upu.int/en/universal-p…
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⚠️ 9 years of conflict and displacement have left women and girls in vulnerable to gender-based violence.

Without support they will suffer more.

See how UNFPA—the @UN sexual and reproductive health agency—is taking action: unf.pa/ysr5

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⚠️ 9 years of conflict and displacement have left women and girls in #Yemen vulnerable to gender-based violence. Without support they will suffer more. See how @UNFPA—the @UN sexual and reproductive health agency—is taking action: unf.pa/ysr5 #YemenCantWait
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As thousands of tons of waste pile up across the , concerns over hygiene & sanitation are increasing.

With critical machinery damaged & access to landfills repeatedly denied, UNRWA sanitation teams do all they can to avert diseases spreading - but we need more access.

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Cyclone Gamane has left a trail of destruction in : 535K people affected, 18K houses flooded and 22 health centres damaged.

Aid partners are working together to scale up response, but access remains a challenge with key roads to the NE region cut-off.

Learn more:

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Ahead of September’s Summit of the Future, UN Youth Office is calling on young people and all their supporters to unite for urgent, inclusive change.

It's time to let youth lead the way to !

and sign the open letter. ✍️ forms.office.com/pages/response…

Ahead of September’s Summit of the Future, @UNYouthAffairs is calling on young people and all their supporters to unite for urgent, inclusive change. It's time to let youth lead the way to #OurCommonFuture! #ActNow and sign the open letter. ✍️ forms.office.com/pages/response…
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Every 2 minutes, a woman dies from cervical cancer.

Yet, vaccines against human papillomavirus (HPV) can prevent up to 90% of cervical cancer cases.

➡️ Scroll through to learn more about HPV vaccination, cervical cancer & what UNICEF is doing to ensure immunization for all.

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The weather forecast doesn't have to be scary.

We can still for a better future.

Sign UN Development’s climate pledge today for the children in your lives: weatherkids.org

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The war in Sudan has severely affected the country’s cereal production.

As millions go hungry, Food and Agriculture Organization is on the ground helping farming communities to avert famine, but further international support is urgently needed.

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We regret cabinet decision to close Al Jazeera in Israel. A free & independent media is essential to ensuring transparency & accountability. Now, even more so given tight restrictions on reporting from Gaza. Freedom of expression is a key human right. We urge govt to overturn ban

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Use your voice & your actions to influence change.

Engage in beach cleanups, advocate for green spaces in your neighborhood or raise awareness about sustainable lifestyle options to shape .

More ideas to : bit.ly/SoF24-SpeakUp

Use your voice & your actions to influence change. Engage in beach cleanups, advocate for green spaces in your neighborhood or raise awareness about sustainable lifestyle options to shape #OurCommonFuture. More ideas to #ActNow: bit.ly/SoF24-SpeakUp
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Midwives provide critical maternal & newborn health services, even amid climate shocks, conflict & other crises.

On the , join UNFPA in celebrating the heroes who make motherhood safer & help achieve a more equitable world. unfpa.org/events/interna…

Midwives provide critical maternal & newborn health services, even amid climate shocks, conflict & other crises. On the #DayOfTheMidwife, join @UNFPA in celebrating the heroes who make motherhood safer & help achieve a more equitable world. unfpa.org/events/interna…
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Hand washing is essential to protecting yourself & others from many diseases.

Yet, millions worldwide lack soap & water at home.

On Sunday's World Day, join World Health Organization (WHO) in spreading the message: Clean hands save lives!

who.int/campaigns/worl…

Hand washing is essential to protecting yourself & others from many diseases. Yet, millions worldwide lack soap & water at home. On Sunday's World #HandHygiene Day, join @WHO in spreading the message: Clean hands save lives! who.int/campaigns/worl…
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Sunday is African World Heritage Day —an opportunity to learn more about & celebrate the indispensable tools that Africa’s rich & diverse heritage offers us all.

More from UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 on the importance of preserving the continent’s unique heritage: unesco.org/en/days/africa…

Sunday is African World Heritage Day —an opportunity to learn more about & celebrate the indispensable tools that Africa’s rich & diverse heritage offers us all. More from @UNESCO on the importance of preserving the continent’s unique heritage: unesco.org/en/days/africa…
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Midwives are key to ending preventable maternal & newborn deaths. Yet, the world faces an acute shortage of these essential providers.

On Sunday's , see how UNFPA works to train & support midwives: unfpa.org/events/interna…

Midwives are key to ending preventable maternal & newborn deaths. Yet, the world faces an acute shortage of these essential providers. On Sunday's #DayoftheMidwife, see how @UNFPA works to train & support midwives: unfpa.org/events/interna…
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We wish our followers who are celebrating a happy Orthodox Easter.

May this moment of hope and new beginnings demonstrate how people of all faiths can foster dialogue and unite around our common humanity.

We wish our followers who are celebrating a happy Orthodox Easter. May this moment of hope and new beginnings demonstrate how people of all faiths can foster dialogue and unite around our common humanity.
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Sunday is Portuguese Language Day!

Follow Nações Unidas for updates on the UN's work in Portuguese —a language spoken by 260+ million people around the world.

More from UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳: en.unesco.org/commemorations…

Sunday is Portuguese Language Day! Follow @NacoesUnidas for updates on the UN's work in Portuguese —a language spoken by 260+ million people around the world. More from @UNESCO: en.unesco.org/commemorations…
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Renewable energy is key for a healthier planet and a better future for all.

Now is the time for breakthrough .

The future thanks you. un.org/en/climatechan……

Renewable energy is key for a healthier planet and a better future for all. Now is the time for breakthrough #ClimateAction. The future thanks you. un.org/en/climatechan……
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From new approaches to peace to a better digital world to a global financial system reform, September’s Summit of the Future is set to address some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity.

Learn more: bit.ly/SotF2024

From new approaches to peace to a better digital world to a global financial system reform, September’s Summit of the Future is set to address some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity. Learn more: bit.ly/SotF2024 #OurCommonFuture
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The war in Sudan continues to force millions from their homes.

The country is facing a humanitarian catastrophe of epic proportions.

Swipe through to learn how UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency is responding to one of the world’s largest and most challenging displacement crises.⬇️

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