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By Aaron Sherinian - Feb 03, 2017

4 Facts to Know about the Global Refugee Crisis

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The global refugee crisis, as well as America’s role in responding to it, continues to dominate the news headlines. Whenever you talk or read about the crisis, people are quick to point out that it is a topic filled with emotion. Of course it is: We are talking about people’s lives and their livelihoods. On […]

Global Issues, Human Rights, Humanitarian, United Nations

By Elizabeth Cousens - Feb 02, 2017

Why American Leadership Means Standing #WithRefugees

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No one wants to be a refugee. Today, more than 65 million people, including over 21 million refugees, have been displaced worldwide by conflict and violence – the highest level since World War II. Refugees include survivors of violence and torture, children, and victims of persecution. They are families who have fled terror, children in […]

Global Issues, Human Rights, Humanitarian, U.S.-UN relations, United Nations

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By Kathy Calvin - Jan 23, 2017

How a Factory in Tanzania is Saving Lives and Boosting Economies

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Did you know that bed nets are the most cost-effective tool in preventing malaria? It costs only $10 to purchase a net, deliver it, and educate communities on its proper use. And according to the World Health Organization, the use of insecticide-treated bed nets has been shown to reduce malaria mortality rates by 55% in […]

Campaigns & Initiatives, Girls & Women, Global Health

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By Ilze Melngailis - Jan 19, 2017

Return on Equality: New Report Finds Investment Opportunities for Closing the Gender Gap

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Today, the United Nations Foundation and BNY Mellon, a company known for its investment expertise and a deep commitment to diversity, are releasing a report about promising and less explored market-based opportunities that could fuel the global movement to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 5: “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” The report, […]

Girls & Women, Global Health, Smart Ideas, United Nations

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By Justine Sullivan - Jan 11, 2017

5 Climate Resolutions for 2017

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Each year brings with it the promise of fresh opportunities and resolutions for a happier, healthier you. Just a week and a half into 2017, you may have already abandoned your resolutions to hit the gym, read more, or eat better. So why not replace them with a resolution (or five) for a happier, healthier […]

Campaigns & Initiatives, Energy & Climate, Global Goals, United Nations

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By Jenni Lee - Jan 10, 2017

4 Global Leaders Share Why the UN Matters

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“At a time of many deep divisions in the world, why does global engagement and the UN matter?” We recently asked this question to four members of the United Nations Foundation Board of Directors: · Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, Vice Chair, UN Foundation; Former Prime Minister of Norway; Director-General Emeritus, World Health Organization; · Dr. […]

Global Issues, Human Rights, Humanitarian, United Nations

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By Peter Yeo - Jan 05, 2017

New Poll: 88 Percent of Americans Support Active Engagement at the United Nations

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After a contentious national election, a new poll conducted by a bipartisan research team and released today by the Better World Campaign finds that registered voters remain unified in support of international cooperation and diplomacy as key tools of U.S. foreign policy –especially at the United Nations. The poll shows that 88% of Americans support […]

Campaigns & Initiatives, U.S.-UN relations, United Nations

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By Jenni Lee - Dec 29, 2016

Good News Stories You May Have Missed in 2016

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The world is filled with serious challenges, yet now is not the time to give in to pessimism and walk away. Progress is possible when people come together and act alongside the United Nations. The world can get better, and in many areas, we’re making important strides. Here are a few good news stories of […]

Global Goals, Global Health, Human Rights, Humanitarian, United Nations

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By Anna Mahalak - Dec 27, 2016

5 Ways for Young Leaders to Create Sustainable Initiatives

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How can we make youth initiatives sustainable? I was asked this question at the Youth Assembly at the United Nations during a session called “Engaging Youth in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).” The Youth Assembly is recognized as the largest and longest running youth conference at the United Nations; its mission is to empower […]

U.S.-UN relations, United Nations

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By Anna Osguthorpe - Dec 23, 2016

5 Top Images from 2016

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As we head into a new year, it is always interesting to look back at this year’s most memorable and poignant moments. Some of the events in 2016 were groundbreaking, while others were heartbreaking, yet all are important to remember as we reflect on how to build a more just world alongside the United Nations […]

Energy & Climate, Humanitarian, United Nations

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By Guest Blogger - May 13, 2016

Women are Needed to Help Solve the Ocean’s Biggest Problem: Ignorance

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Editor’s Note: This post is part of the blog series, “Her Goals: Our Future,” which highlights the connections between girls and women and the Sustainable Development Goals. Guest blogger views expressed here do not necessarily reflect the views of the UN Foundation. In the summer of 1964, as a graduate student at Duke University, I received […]

Energy & Climate, Girls & Women, Global Issues, Her Goals Our Future

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By Chandrima Das - Feb 28, 2014

10 Facts about United Nations Peacekeeping

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How much do you know about the brave men and women under the blue helmets who risk their lives to restore peace to some of the world’s most dangerous places?

Campaigns & Initiatives, United Nations

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By Zahra Husain - Aug 13, 2015

9 Inspiring Malala Quotes

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“Malala [Yousafzai] is a daughter of the United Nations,” declared UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, noting the 18-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner’s engagement with the UN to make sure children worldwide can go to school, including the millions of girls who are denied this right. The UN works to promote education for all children and to […]

2015, Get Involved, Girls & Women, Global Issues, Smart Ideas

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By Aaron Sherinian - Mar 17, 2014

How You Can Join Pharrell & the UN Foundation in Sharing Happiness

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There are a few things in this world that are truly global: One of them is that people want to be happy. Thursday, March 20 is the International Day of Happiness, and the United Nations Foundation and Grammy Award-winning musician Pharrell Williams have teamed up to encourage people to take action to support the UN and to create a happier world for people everywhere.

Get Involved, Global Issues, United Nations

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By Justine Sullivan - Apr 07, 2016

Paris Climate Agreement 101: No Jargon, Just Facts

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On April 22 – Earth Day – representatives from more than 100 countries will gather at the United Nations in New York to sign the Paris Agreement on climate change. It is expected to be the largest single-day signing in the history of international accords. The terminology behind international agreements can be complicated, convoluted, and […]

Energy & Climate

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By Susan Myers - Jul 06, 2015

Yes, We Can Solve Global Problems: Here are 10 Facts to Prove It

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The United Nations released its annual report on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) today, and it delivers a powerful message: When the international community takes action around a shared agenda, progress happens. Launched by world leaders and the UN in 2000, the MDGs provided eight concrete, measurable goals to alleviate poverty and improve lives around […]

2015, Get Involved, Social Good

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By Jenni Lee - Oct 07, 2015

5 Reasons Why Empowering Girls Matters

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On October 11, the United Nations and partners including the UN Foundation celebrate International Day of the Girl and the extraordinary power of girls in our world. This year’s theme, “The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030,” highlights the importance of girls to achieving the global goals for sustainable development. Simply put: To […]

2015, Campaigns & Initiatives, Get Involved, Girls & Women

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By Susan Myers - Jul 07, 2014

5 Facts that Will Give You Hope in a Better World

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Big news came out today: The annual report on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) – eight goals established in 2000 by world leaders at the United Nations – shows that the world is making significant progress in reducing poverty and improving lives. This didn’t happen by chance; it happened by choice. The MDGs have provided […]

Global Health, Global Issues, United Nations

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By Jenni Lee - Jul 18, 2016

12 Inspiring Quotes from Nelson Mandela

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Editor’s Note: In honor of Nelson Mandela International Day, we’re re-sharing this blog post from 2013. Every July 18, the United Nations and the world celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day – a day to recognize Mandela’s contributions to freedom, equality, and human rights and to follow his example of service to build a better world. […]

2015, Social Good, United Nations

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By Jenni Lee - Apr 26, 2015

Support the UN Humanitarian Response in Nepal

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A massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake devastated Nepal on April 25, 2015, affecting 30 of the country’s 75 districts and causing more than 2,200 deaths, over 5,000 injuries, and significant damage to cultural heritage sites. The government of Nepal has requested assistance to address critical humanitarian needs.

Global Issues, On the Ground, United Nations

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