UNESCO
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On this International Day to #ProtectEducationFromAttack, UNESCO underlines its deep concern about the 44% increase in attacks on educational facilities in 2024.
Read the full press release: unes.co/7mnru7
Read the full press release: unes.co/7mnru7
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Following the powerful earthquake originating off the coast of Russia, #UNESCO's early warning systems triggered a #Tsunami alert within just ten minutes.
Read the full press release here: unes.co/ts26zj
Read the full press release here: unes.co/ts26zj
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However regrettable, the announcement of the United States to withdraw from the Organization was anticipated, and #UNESCO has prepared for it.
Read the full statement by the Director-General, @aazoulay.bsky.social, to learn more: unes.co/ksovsg
Read the full statement by the Director-General, @aazoulay.bsky.social, to learn more: unes.co/ksovsg
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Statement by the Director-General of @unesco.org, @aazoulay.bsky.social, following the decision of the United States to withdraw from the Organization.
Read more: unes.co/ksovsg
Read more: unes.co/ksovsg
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That’s a wrap for today’s new inscriptions on the UNESCO #WorldHeritage List! Have a look at the newly inscribed sites.
The Committee also approved the extension of 2 sites already on the List.
Check it out ⤵️ and learn more here: unes.co/47whc #47WCH #UNESCO
The Committee also approved the extension of 2 sites already on the List.
Check it out ⤵️ and learn more here: unes.co/47whc #47WCH #UNESCO
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The #WorldHeritage Committee is in session, recognising sites of Outstanding Universal Value and global significance!
Discover the new sites inscribed on the UNESCO List: unes.co/47whc #UNESCO #47WHC
Discover the new sites inscribed on the UNESCO List: unes.co/47whc #UNESCO #47WHC
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The #WorldHeritage Committee is currently examining new nominations from across the globe!
Discover the latest additions to the List ⤵️ and stay tuned for the new inscriptions: unes.co/47whc #47WHC #UNESCO
Discover the latest additions to the List ⤵️ and stay tuned for the new inscriptions: unes.co/47whc #47WHC #UNESCO
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🔴 BREAKING
The UNESCO #WorldHeritage Committee, meeting in Paris (France), decided to remove three properties located in #Madagascar 🇲🇬, #Egypt 🇪🇬 and #Libya 🇱🇾 from the List of World Heritage in Danger.
Read the full press release here: www.unesco.org/en/articles/... #47WHC
The UNESCO #WorldHeritage Committee, meeting in Paris (France), decided to remove three properties located in #Madagascar 🇲🇬, #Egypt 🇪🇬 and #Libya 🇱🇾 from the List of World Heritage in Danger.
Read the full press release here: www.unesco.org/en/articles/... #47WHC
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🌍 Do you recognize these World Heritage sites from above?
As the 47th session of the #WorldHeritage Committee opens today, take a fresh look at some of the world’s most treasured places — and join the call to protect them for future generations: unes.co/47whc #47WHC
As the 47th session of the #WorldHeritage Committee opens today, take a fresh look at some of the world’s most treasured places — and join the call to protect them for future generations: unes.co/47whc #47WHC
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As we mark 50 years of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme, we reflect on a journey that began with hydrological science & grew into a global platform for water security.
Read more: www.unesco.org/en/ihp @aazoulay.bsky.social
Read more: www.unesco.org/en/ihp @aazoulay.bsky.social
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On the eve of the third #UNOC3, which will take place in #Nice, #France from 9 June, #UNESCO calls for an unprecedented surge in scientific engagement for the ocean, and unveils new initiatives centred around seabed mapping and the creation of a global network for ocean observation.
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🔴 The Nicaraguan newspaper @laprensa.bsky.social has been announced as the laureate of the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World #PressFreedom Prize 2025, on the recommendation of an international jury of media professionals.
3 May is #WorldPressFreedomDay.
More: unes.co/zbu3ye
3 May is #WorldPressFreedomDay.
More: unes.co/zbu3ye
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🎷 Just announced:
@aazoulay.bsky.social and Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce the designation of Chicago (USA) as host city for the 2026 International #JazzDay World Concert!
Read the full press release: www.unesco.org/en/articles/chicago-designated-host-city-international-jazz-day-2026
@aazoulay.bsky.social and Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce the designation of Chicago (USA) as host city for the 2026 International #JazzDay World Concert!
Read the full press release: www.unesco.org/en/articles/chicago-designated-host-city-international-jazz-day-2026
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🎷 Jazz encourages artistic innovation, improvisation. It’s more than music -it’s a force for creativity and education.
30 April is International #JazzDay!
www.unesco.org/en/internati...
30 April is International #JazzDay!
www.unesco.org/en/internati...
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He was deeply committed to the protection of nature and to the ethics of emerging technologies. As a leading figure in interreligious dialogue, he was also a strong supporter of UNESCO’s reconstruction of Mosul’s Old City. We extend our deepest condolences to Catholics around the world.
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#UNESCO today added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its #MemoryOfTheWorld Register, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570.
Read the full press release: unes.co/hi8mbm
Read the full press release: unes.co/hi8mbm
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Two years after the start of the conflict in #Sudan, #UNESCO reaffirms its support for the population by deploying new emergency measures on the ground in the fields of culture, education and media.
Read the full press release: unes.co/3wktxm
Read the full press release: unes.co/3wktxm
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It will highlight the #ReviveTheSpiritOfMosul initiative, the largest reconstruction programme led directly by UNESCO since its creation.
Read the full press release: unes.co/t9cras
Read the full press release: unes.co/t9cras
Venice Biennale: UNESCO honours Mosul's architectural renaissance
From 10 to 25 May, the ‘Mosul, an Architectural Renaissance’ exhibition will open to the public, hosted within the prestigious and monumental halls of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana. Visitors will be discover how UNESCO led the reconstruction of emblematic monuments in the Iraqi city, which was largely destroyed during its occupation by Daesh. Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, will open the exhibit on 9 May.
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Every girl has the #RightToEducation.
Yet millions of Afghan girls are currently banned from school.
UNESCO's new report highlights this urgent crisis and calls for action to #LetAfghanGirlsLearn: unes.co/0s4urb
Yet millions of Afghan girls are currently banned from school.
UNESCO's new report highlights this urgent crisis and calls for action to #LetAfghanGirlsLearn: unes.co/0s4urb
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Freshwater is a vital resource, influencing every aspect of society.
Ensuring water security means safeguarding water systems, managing hazards, and ensuring equitable access for all.
Learn more about UNESCO's expertise in water sciences: www.unesco.org/en/water
Ensuring water security means safeguarding water systems, managing hazards, and ensuring equitable access for all.
Learn more about UNESCO's expertise in water sciences: www.unesco.org/en/water
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by UNESCO
On the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, UNESCO and the Rwandan government announced plans to develop the educational role of memorial sites, four of which have been inscribed on the UNESCO #WorldHeritage List since 2023.
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This #TravelTuesday, we’re heading to Bakony–Balaton Global Geopark in Hungary! 🇭🇺
🌍 Explore volcanic hills, ancient seas, and a 12 km underground thermal water maze beneath lake Tapolca.
A true natural treasure! Learn more: en.unesco.org/global-geopa...
🌍 Explore volcanic hills, ancient seas, and a 12 km underground thermal water maze beneath lake Tapolca.
A true natural treasure! Learn more: en.unesco.org/global-geopa...
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Mountain waters are crucial for irrigation in lowland areas 🌾
Protecting these sources is vital for sustainable agriculture and food security.
Let’s prioritise conserving our mountain waters for a resilient future. Learn more: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport
Protecting these sources is vital for sustainable agriculture and food security.
Let’s prioritise conserving our mountain waters for a resilient future. Learn more: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport
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Mountain regions cover 24% of the global land surface and are rich in biological and cultural diversity.
They provide vital resources to billions of people.
Let’s safeguard these ecosystems for the well-being of the planet: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport
They provide vital resources to billions of people.
Let’s safeguard these ecosystems for the well-being of the planet: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport
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🔴 A new #UNESCO report underscores the importance of school meals in the health and learning of children.
Although these days many pupils have access to school meals, not enough emphasis is placed on the nutritional value of the produce used.
Read the full press release: unes.co/3eo20l
Although these days many pupils have access to school meals, not enough emphasis is placed on the nutritional value of the produce used.
Read the full press release: unes.co/3eo20l
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Our mountains and glaciers are at risk from climate disruption and unsustainable practices.
We must act now to conserve these vital resources for future generations.
Learn how in the new #WorldWaterReport: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr...
We must act now to conserve these vital resources for future generations.
Learn how in the new #WorldWaterReport: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr...
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🟠 The 2025 edition of #JazzDay will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on 30 April, with #AbuDhabi selected as the Global Host City!
Organized by #UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this celebration will feature concerts and educational and cultural initiatives.
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Organized by #UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this celebration will feature concerts and educational and cultural initiatives.
unes.co/91wldx
