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UNICEF USA @unicefusa.org · 3d

#HurricaneMelissa has devastated communities across the Caribbean.

UNICEF is on the ground right now providing safe water, hygiene supplies, nutrition support and emergency cash assistance to help children and families recover. Here's how you can help: https://buff.ly/Lme7Fwt

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UNFPA @unfpa.org · 9d

“I cannot unsee what I have seen.”

The immense destruction in #Gaza, which @unfpa.org Deputy Executive Director for Management Andrew Saberton witnessed on his recent visit, is a daily reality for women and girls.

They need a massive increase in aid to survive and rebuild their shattered lives.

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 9d

Yet one more reason to protect forests, #ForPeopleForPlanet.

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UNRWA @unrwa.org · 11d

“The International Court of Justice has said very clearly that what [the Israeli authorities] are currently doing is wrong and is against all obligations that member states are meant to follow” our Jonathan Fowler tells BBC News.

UNRWA has to be allowed to do its work, and accountability must come.

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UNOPS @unops.org · 13d

Our climate strategy is a critical roadmap for reducing our carbon 👣 & embedding climate resilience across our operations.

From climate-compatible infrastructure to resilient supply chains – explore how we’re walking the walk on #ClimateAction!

bit.ly/47jLNFH | #COP30

UNOPS launches ambitious Climate Strategy to accelerate climate action

Through its dedicated Climate Strategy, UNOPS furthers its commitment to advancing climate action – across its global operations, within our projects and…

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · 12d

UNOPS @unops.org · 12d

Happy UN Day! 🇺🇳

We’re proud to work together with the UN family to deliver impact – where it’s needed most.

Around the world, we're helping:

🕊️ foster peace & security
⛑️ advance humanitarian action
🌱 drive sustainable development

Learn more: bit.ly/47lCgOm

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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations @fao.org · 25d

Register now for a fast-paced global talk series which will explore the #FutureOfFood & agriculture through the lens of @fao.org’s #4Betters.

Hosted by Dan Saladino and Yasmin Khan.

📲 faoeventregistration.powerappsportals.com/en-US/Meetin...

#WorldFoodDay #FAO80

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · 25d

A Must Watch: Showing the humility of a true peace hero, Maria Corina Machado hears she is the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize and after initially being speechless, and bringing the Nobel rep to near tears of emotion, recognizes the efforts of a movement. 🕊️🤝

www.instagram.com/reel/DPoM8UA...

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · 26d

The potential and capacity is there for innovations to emerge from developing countries like Kenya, we just need to enable these. Applause 👏 to the UNEP Climate Fund for understanding this and supporting these innovators.

UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 27d

In Kenya, the Restoration Factory—an incubation programme enabled by the UNEP Climate Fund—is helping entrepreneurs develop climate-resilient businesses that support local communities and restore and preserve landscapes.

See how: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · 26d

If the cease-fire holds, this could be an important opportunity to deliver urgently needed food and humanitarian supplies to the children, women and men who have been impacted by the war. How this is planned is of paramount importance.
#ceasefire #gaza #unitednations

UN Humanitarian @unocha.org · 27d

"We must seize this moment with collective will, with determination, and with generosity."

@tomfletcherun.bsky.social sets out the plan to deliver aid during the #ceasefire:

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Oct 2

AI for healthy bees 🐝.

“California-based Beewise invented the BeeHome, a robotic, AI-directed beehive that growers can rent. Cameras connect with AI software that monitors each individual bee and identifies its needs.”

How robotic beehives use AI to protect bees from climate change

A robotic beehive from startup Beewise is using AI to protect bees from the various impacts of climate change. Essential bee colonies are dying off quickly.

www.cnbc.com

Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Oct 2

“The European Union is less than three months away from launching its carbon levy — the world's first large-scale border tax on carbon-intensive goods.”

The world's first carbon border tax will soon go live — shaking up global trade

The European Union is poised to fully implement its carbon border tax from Jan. 1.

www.cnbc.com

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Oct 1

One of the loveliest people has left us. Jane Goodall not only taught us so much about the social world of chimpanzees, she also taught us a lot about ourselves. The importance of kindness, and that of mutual respect. Thank you Jane for all you so selflessly gave to this world. We need more Janes.

Jane Goodall, Eminent Primatologist Who Chronicled the Lives of Chimps, Dies at 91

www.nytimes.com

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Oct 1

Sign up today to expert-led and free online courses through the FAO eLearning Academy! Share and spread the word.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations @fao.org · Sep 30

The @FAO.org #4Betters Courses initiative partners with academia to enrich university curricula with free, certified, multilingual courses.

Explore the over 1 000 courses offered by FAO E-Learning Academy to advance sustainable agrifood systems➡️ buff.ly/EYJOxQA

Start today!

#eLearning

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UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @unhcr.org · Sep 30

"We must do more."

High Commissioner @filippograndi.unhcr.org’s powerful words on the plight of the Rohingya and what we must do to chart a new way forward. #UNGA

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Oct 1

With 1 in 6 cancer deaths in women worldwide, breast cancer is also the leading cause of cancer deaths among women globally.

Breast cancer is highly curable if detected in its early stages and adequate treatment is provided.

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · Sep 20

What if bare fields could turn green again?
In Africa’s drylands, communities are proving it’s possible. Through Regreening Africa initiative, 350,000+ hectares of land have been restored with simple, proven techniques.
Read about this #GenerationRestoration initiative: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · Sep 20

History made for the ocean: #BBNJ Agreement enters into force, protecting high seas & deep seabed, safeguarding life under water.

“Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step forward to save our ocean, & to save our future” - ED @ingerandersen.bsky.social

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 15

Join in recognizing World Food Day 🍱🥘🧆. A day to give thanks for all the good food we have available to us, and to consider all those that do not have adequate access to food and what we can do to address food insecurity.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations @fao.org · Sep 15

For 80 years, @fao.org has planted seeds of change.

This #WorldFoodDay, you can join us to help shape a better future:

🍽️ Choose diverse foods
🙌 Volunteer and share
🌾 Eat local and seasonal

Together, we can achieve a food-secure and sustainable world.

#FAO80 #FoodHeroes

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 3

Learn how to support children victims of the #Afghanistan earthquake via @unicefusa.org today. Urgent help is needed now. 🚑🏥🆘

UNICEF USA @unicefusa.org · Sep 2

Right now, @unicefsupply.bsky.social is packing and shipping lifesaving supplies from the UNICEF Global Supply Hub in Copenhagen to support the emergency response in #Afghanistan.

Here's how you can support these efforts to help children and families affected by the earthquake: bit.ly/42b4wl4

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 3

What kind of world are we becoming if we are losing all regard for international law? A wave of abuse of power seems to be taking hold and growing around the world. Normalizing this lack of respect — or even acknowledgment — for basic human rights sets a dangerous precedent.

UNRWA @unrwa.org · Sep 3

“Gaza is becoming the graveyard of international humanitarian law.” @UNLazzarini tells @el_pais.

With tens of thousands dead, Lazzarini continues warning that #Gaza risks setting a dangerous precedent: making impunity and disregard for international law the new norm.

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 3

Suicide is one of the most tragic of human events. Supporting those in need with #mentalhealth support and #socialservices can create the safety net needed to help, but only if we all engage. Please do so today. Even the smallest actions could save a life. 🛟

WHO @who.int · Sep 3

Every year, more than 727 000 lives are lost to suicide.

Behind each number is a story cut short.

We aimed for a 33% reduction in deaths by 2030, but progress is just 12%.

This is a crisis. We must act with urgency, compassion & investment in #SuicidePrevention 👉 bit.ly/3Vr2mtR #MentalHealth

Text on the image reads: “More than 720,000 people die due to suicide every year. More than 50% of these occur below the age of 50.”

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 3

African nations are embracing a new era of leadership — taking ownership for advancing the #climate agenda across the continent and setting new self-determined systems of change. Exciting things are happening, and set to advance at the 2nd Africa Climate Summit. #ACS2

UN Environment Programme @unep.org · Sep 3

Around 600 million people in Africa lack access to electricity.

How can these energy demands be increased while ensuring greenhouse gas emissions don't worsen?

Follow #ACS2 to discover the continent’s vast potential to tackle this dilemma: unfccc.int/topics/clima...

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Jennifer (Trenholm) Ferguson-Mitchell @chanler.ch · Sep 3

Very concerning action in Florida to end all #vaccine mandates, including for children in schools — potentially putting the state’s more than 3 million school aged children at risk for life-threatening illness.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Sep 3

Breaking News: Florida plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.

Florida Says It Plans to End All Vaccine Mandates

The state would be the first to scrap requirements that children be vaccinated to attend school, among other rules.

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UNICEF USA @unicefusa.org · Sep 1

UNICEF teams are already on the ground in #Afghanistan, working closely with local partners and other UN agencies to respond rapidly to urgent needs in the aftermath of the earthquake.

Here's what you need to know:

Major Earthquake Hits Eastern Afghanistan

UNICEF teams are on the ground, delivering medical care to the injured and working with local partners and UN agencies to meet urgent needs.

www.unicefusa.org

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