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The climate crisis is placing people at risk of severe health hazards across a range of occupations. Ensuring safe and healthy work environments is critical. More from @ilo on Sunday’s World Day for Safety & Health at Work: #SafeDay
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Blue ecosystems are lifelines for our planet. Yet, they face existential threats from climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution and waste. ➡️ Swipe through to learn why safeguarding these habitats is crucial #ForPeopleForPlanet . via @UNEP
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We can all help promote the fundamental right to a safe & healthy working environment to reduce the number of injuries & deaths. Sunday is World Day for Safety & Health at Work: #SafeDay
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Women’s rights are human rights. They are not negotiable. Women & girls everywhere deserve to live with dignity & respect. See how @UN_Women works to promote gender equality & women’s empowerment around the world:
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Up to 70% of workers are likely to be exposed to climate-change-related health hazards, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses & more. New @ILO report urges stronger safety measures to protect workforces from these serious risks.
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Making Gaza safe again from unexploded ordnance could take 14 years, @UNMAS experts said this week. After nearly seven months, the war has left an estimated 37 million tonnes of debris.
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Immunization has saved over 6 lives per minute every day for the last 50 years. It's one of humanity’s greatest achievements. Yet, there are still places where people don’t have access to vaccines. It’s time for immunization for all. #HumanlyPossible
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There is enough food in the world today to feed everyone. Yet, millions go to bed on an empty stomach every night. No one should go hungry. Ever. ➡️ Find out how you can help achieve the #GlobalGoals and a #ZeroHungerworld :
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The world is at a crossroads. Leaders must rebuild trust and solidarity to take on today’s challenges and tomorrow’s emerging threats. Learn why the Summit of the Future is the key moment to put the world on a better path for #OurCommonFuture .
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UN Women
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"I am here today to amplify the voices of those who are never seen and heard." Our Goodwill Ambassador @DanaiGurira briefed the @UN #SecurityCouncil Open Debate on conflict-related sexual violence, disarmament and ending cultures of impunity. Watch👉
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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Escalating violence is severely depriving millions of children of their fundamental rights, from access to clean water & sanitation to education. @UNICEF is stepping up efforts to protect their wellbeing & future.
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UN Humanitarian
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Seasonal rains in #Somalia are intensifying, causing flash floods, casualties and widespread damage. The rains are expected to further drive up humanitarian needs, but funding shortfalls pose significant challenges to the response. More ➡️
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"The race to net zero cannot trample over the poor" – @antonioguterres launches a new Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals to address issues of transparency, sustainability & human rights, and ensure a just transition for all. #ClimateAction
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UNFPA
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⚠️ Gender-based violence is rising in crisis-affected areas of #Cameroon . Displacement is a breeding ground for sexual exploitation and abuse. See how @UNFPA mobile clinics take reproductive health and protection services to those in need: #ENDviolence
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UN Ukraine
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Russia's invasion has put at risk the future of children in Ukraine. The war has left nearly 4,000 schools damaged or destroyed, further hampering children's access to education. In 2023, the @UN repaired or refurbished nearly 1,000 of these schools. #UkraineRecovery
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World Health Organization (WHO)
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Meningitis is lethal. It is also a debilitating illness. #Meningitis strikes quickly, has serious health, economic and social ramifications, and affects people in all parts of the world. Today, leaders united in Paris behind the roadmap to #DefeatMeningitis by 2030…
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Living conditions in Gaza continue to rapidly deteriorate. Rising temperatures & water scarcity in Rafah, where 1.2 million people shelter, are heightening disease risks. Humanitarians need further support & unimpeded access to alleviate suffering & save lives. —via @UNRWA
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21M people in #Ethiopia need humanitarian assistance. Behind this staggering number are children, women and men with dreams and aspirations. Here are some of their stories of hope and resilience, as they grapple with the impacts of hostilities and devastating climate shocks. ⬇️
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Lack of safe & unimpeded humanitarian access has devastating impact in #Gaza Waste continues piling up & running water is scarce. As the weather gets warmer, the risk of disease spreading increases across #GazaStrip @UNRWA services are critical, but not possible without access
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Forests cover 1/3 of land globally and are essential for planetary health and human well-being. New interactive report from @FAO explores trends impacting forests & how they have changed in the last 30 years.
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