Every blood or plasma donation is a precious, life-saving gift. Giving blood is more than a medical act — it’s a powerful expression of solidarity, compassion and shared responsibility. More from @WHO on Sunday’s #WorldBloodDonorDay: who.int/campaigns/world-bloo…

As AI reshapes our world, we must ensure it benefits everyone – and that it is accessible and safe. The first global scientific body on artificial intelligence brings together independent experts to assess how AI is transforming our lives and how it can serve the common good.

In a world rocked by conflict, it's easy to feel overwhelmed & powerless. But all around us are everyday architects of peace – from volunteers to campaigners & civil society leaders – showing us how to take action to reshape our communities for the better.  As we begin the 100-day countdown to #PeaceDay, let's honour these changemakers & take inspiration from their example.

The Middle East crisis is having devastating impacts far beyond the conflict zone. @WFP warns the fallout is driving deep, lasting consequences in places like Somalia, Afghanistan & Sudan, pushing 6.1 million people towards hunger. wfp.org/news/wfp-warning-bec…

People with albinism have the right to be treated with respect and equality. They must be included in decisions that affect their lives and in important human rights discussions to combat discrimination. More on Saturday’s #AlbinismDay: un.org/en/observances/albini…

In #Haiti, women and girls pay the highest price for gang violence. Safe houses offer hope. But hope must be matched with action, funding and lifesaving services. Women and girls need safety—not just resilience. See our statement: unwo.men/MJ0I50Zb4vb #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Human rights are at the core of dignity, equality & fair progress. The new Global Alliance for Human Rights unites efforts to build a world where rights are protected, people are empowered & everyone, everywhere, can thrive. More from @UNHumanRights: globalalliance.un.org/

Demand for critical energy transition minerals is projected to soar: lithium 350% , graphite 130% by 2040. UNCTAD examines how countries are responding and how to keep trade open, predictable and development-oriented: ow.ly/2Bhn50Zb1PP

138 million children are in child labour. This is a global emergency that demands urgent, sustained action. On World Day Against Child Labour, let’s raise the Red Card and accelerate action to #EndChildLabour. Learn more: bit.ly/WDACL-12June

UN Women is gravely concerned by the recent arbitrary arrest and detention of women in Herat, Afghanistan, reportedly in relation to alleged violations of dress requirements imposed by the de facto authorities. Read @UN_Women statement: unwo.men/mWHp50ZapGM

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, health workers are racing to contain the Ebola outbreak. @WFP_UNHAS is playing a critical role by transporting essential supplies and frontline responders to remote areas where support is most needed.

📢NEW REPORT! UNAIDS has launched the Global AIDS Brief report, with the latest data on HIV following major disruptions in 2025, days ahead of the #HLM2026AIDS. Download now: unaids.org/en/resources/docu… #UnitedToEndAIDS

Human rights are under pressure in every region of the world. Our  latest Annual Report provides an overview of the work undertaken by UN Human Rights over the past year to promote and protect the rights of all people, everywhere. ohchr.org/en/publications/an…

Despite hurdles, aid continues to be delivered in several parts of Sudan. In South Kordofan State, UNICEF delivered life-saving supplies this week. The supplies will support nearly 39,000 people who have been largely cut off from humanitarian assistance due to the fighting.

📚 Learning 🧸 Playing 🌟 Dreaming This is how childhood should be spent. Yet, nearly 138 million children are trapped in child labour — with over 60% occurring in agriculture. On Friday's #EndChildLabour Day, @FAO is calling for urgent action to end this harmful practice.

The war in Ukraine continues to devastate children’s lives. This new @UNICEF-supported centre offers learning, play, social connection and psychosocial support — helping restore a sense of normalcy. Above all, children in Ukraine need peace.

There are alarming reports of settler violence coming from the occupied West Bank: the demolition of homes, relentless expansion of illegal Israeli settlements, ongoing displacement of Palestinians, the threat of an attempted annexation that would – like the decades-long occupation – have no legal validity. The risk of making a two-State solution impossible – when there is no other viable option. And throughout, the presumption of impunity. These injustices must stop. Countries must comply with all their obligations under international law. No exceptions.

UN Human Rights Chief @volker_turk launches the #GlobalAllianceForHumanRights to mobilize actors from all sectors, regions and generations, to help place human rights at the centre of global debate and decision-making. globalalliance.un.org/

I reiterate my condemnation of the arbitrary detention of personnel from the @UN, non-governmental organizations, civil society organizations & diplomatic missions by the Houthi de facto authorities between 2021 & 2025. I call for the immediate & unconditional release of all those detained. Humanitarian workers are #NotATarget & should never be detained for carrying out their vital work. I stand in solidarity with those detained & their families.

Global refugee numbers declined in 2025 by 3% to 41.6 million. 70% of these refugees remain trapped in exile for years, with many living below the poverty line, dependent on aid. Latest #GlobalTrends report from @Refugees: unhcr.org/news/press-release…