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Biodiversity supports every part of human life, from food production and medicines to jobs, recreation & a livable climate.
People cannot thrive on a planet that is in crisis.
This is why we need to #ActNow, for our present and our future. go.undp.org/qs5
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"Partnerships are not optional; they are essential." 🤝
In a digital era where toxic narratives spread faster than ever, @UNDPGhana's Melody Azinim breaks down the power of collaborative action in countering hate speech and protecting democratic resilience.
Read the blog: go.undp.org/c2P
#HateSpeech #PeaceBuilding #SDG16
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In places dealing with both conflict and climate shocks, energy access is vital.
It keeps essential services running, builds climate resilience and ensures social cohesion.
Discover how clean energy supports climate action and peacebuilding. go.undp.org/5SY
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On the Int. Day for Countering #HateSpeech, let's remember: freedom of expression should never be an excuse for spreading hate, harassment, or discrimination.
#NoToHate
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Hate speech can take many forms. But no matter what it looks like, it has real consequences.
Each of us can take action and say #NoToHate.
Thursday is the International Day for Countering Hate Speech.
un.org/en/hate-speech
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Sustainable gastronomy is about more than what’s on your plate.
🌎 Where ingredients come from
🚜 How food is produced
🍽️ How it reaches our tables
This #SustainableGastronomyDay, we celebrate local producers, biodiversity & culinary traditions that connect people and planet.
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Hate speech travels faster and farther than ever, and we can stop it in its tracks.
🛑 Stop & Think
💭 Fact-check
👩🏾🏫 Educate
🚫 Challenge
🌍 Support those affected by hate speech
🤝 Report hate speech online/offline
Join us in saying #NoToHate!
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Who gets left behind when climate disasters hit?
Too often, it's persons with disabilities.
Philip's story highlights why disability inclusion cannot be an afterthought in climate preparedness, response, and recovery.
Read more 🔗zurl.co/6pi06
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Jun 17
Droughts in Somalia have negatively affected people's lives.
On #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, learn how @UNDPSomalia collaborates with @SaudiFund_Dev & the Somali government to build solar-powered boreholes to provide access to water to communities: go.undp.org/csd
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Across Africa, around 65% land is impacted by degradation and drought, affecting more than 400 million people.
Ethiopia, Rwanda and Senegal are restoring ecosystems and revitalizing communities: go.undp.org/U2r
#DesertificationandDroughtDay
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Jun 17
Rangelands cover half the Earth's land surface and sustain 2 billion people.
Up to 50% are now degraded or at risk.
On #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, we celebrate and support critical action to restore our land.
#United4Land
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There is no lack of money in the world.
The question is how we use it better to invest in a more resilient and prosperous future
With the #G7 Summit in Évian underway, I wrote for @GloGovMedia about how development finance can go further.
👉 shorturl.at/NLFcN
@g7_rg
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This #DesertificationandDroughtDay, we know that where land thrives, people thrive.
Recognize. Respect. Restore. From Kenya to Mongolia, see how we’re working with local communities to restore the land and unlock opportunities. go.undp.org/cQu
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Jun 17
On World Day to Combat #DesertificationAndDrought, we highlight how communities in #Uzbekistan 🇺🇿 are restoring degraded land through innovative water-saving solutions supported by @UNDP and @GEF_SGP.
#GenerationRestoration
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🔴OUT NOW: WMO #StateOfClimate in Asia 2025
Dangerous heat, devastating rainfall, flooding & severe drought affected millions of people across Asia.
Explore the climate indicators, extreme events, impacts & risks that defined Asia's climate in 2025: bit.ly/SOTCAsia2025pr
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From the bread you eat to the fruits you love, it all comes from land.
Yet, we’re losing it faster than it can be restored.
Desertification threatens our food, water, and future.
This #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, here are 5️⃣ things about desertification you need to know.
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Jun 17
Drought, desertification and land degradation threaten lives and livelihoods worldwide.
Wednesday's #DesertificationAndDroughtDay highlights the urgent need for ambitious #ClimateAction to protect and restore land for present and future generations.
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Every second, an equivalent of 4 football fields of healthy land becomes degraded.
We all depend on land and this rapid degradation poses a major threat to people and planet.
This Desertification and Drought Day, let's stand #UNited4Land for a better tomorrow.
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For rural communities in Somalia, droughts are one of climate change's most immediate and devastating consequences.
Through a @SaudiFund_Dev-funded initiative, @UNDPSomalia is working with the Somali government to build solar-powered boreholes that provide access to water to at least 23,000 communities. go.undp.org/csd
#DesertificationAndDroughtDay
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Jun 16
🌎 Rivals on the pitch, united for sustainable development 🤝
Ahead of 🇩🇿-🇦🇷 #WorldCup2026 match, UNDP Algeria & @PNUDArgentina join forces to celebrate our teams’ journey while showcasing @UNDP's global presence across 170 countries & territories.
⚽ May the best team win!
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Jun 16
Today celebrated the successful completion of the flagship #EU4Schools—a powerful example of #Europeansolidarity in action.
25,000 children & teachers benefit from learning environments built to last.
The #EU - @UNDP partnership delivers impact.
VIDEO: youtu.be/BQdKjm-LfEM
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