The driving goal of the United Nations is to promote international cooperation, peace, and security among nations. One of the key initiatives in pursuit of this goal is the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - Time for Global Action for People and Planet. These goals, adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, aim to address the most pressing global challenges, including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.
The purpose of the day is to recognize the positive influence that sport can have on the advancement of human rights, and social and economic development. By leveraging the power of sports, the UN aims to promote inclusivity, equality, and empowerment across communities worldwide.
The Peace Bell was donated by the United Nations Association of Japan in 1954. It has become tradition to ring the bell twice a year: on the International Day of Peace and on the opening of the UN General Assembly. The ringing of the bell symbolizes a call for global peace and cooperation.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - Time for Global Action for People and Planet. Despite the ambitious targets set by the UN, the world is “woefully off track” to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 deadline, as highlighted by top UN officials. Urgent action is needed to accelerate progress and ensure a sustainable future for all.
27 February 2024. The annual meeting with Resident Coordinators (RCs) across Asia-Pacific was held in Bangkok on 19 February. During the meeting, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed emphasized the importance of collective efforts to advance the SDGs and address global challenges.
Most drivers of biodiversity loss are human related, and urgent action is needed to tackle the issue at the upcoming UN Biodiversity Conference. The UN is working with governments, businesses, and civil society to promote sustainable practices and conservation efforts to protect the planet's biodiversity.
Cyclists are barred from bringing their two-wheelers onto the vaunted United Nations campus, while drivers, who are notorious for skirting traffic rules, are granted access. This discrepancy highlights the need for equitable and sustainable transportation policies that prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety.
Member States are now working to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. At the same time, they are working to meet the targets set in the Paris Agreement to combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability. Global cooperation and action are essential to achieve these ambitious goals and create a more equitable and sustainable future for all.
