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UN DESA assists countries around the world in agenda-setting and decision-making with the goal of meeting their economic, social and environmental challenges.

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  1. 14 hours ago

    is making it tougher to do the kind of exercise we normally do. But at a time like this, it is even more important to stay active. For your body & mind. 🙏 Get tips & ideas on how to stay active & ! 💃🤸‍♂️🧘

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  2. 19 hours ago

    What’s on your plate can help to save the planet. A plant-based diet has a lower impact on the environment. Whenever you can, do what is right and choose sustainable foods! for a more sustainable planet!

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  3. Nov 25

    Momentum we need! Catch 's , running through 4 December. These virtual events will maintain critical momentum for and increased climate ambition in the run-up to next year. Learn more:

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  4. Nov 25

    💧💦What is water to you? What does it mean to your family, the place you live, your food and your culture? Ahead of 2021 , tell us what water means to you by using .

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  5. Nov 25

    We’ve been advised to stay home to be safe from , but what if home is where she feels unsafe? Domestic violence has surged during the pandemic, but we can all help survivors get the support they need.

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    Nov 24

    Thank you for today's substantive data & policy dialogue on . If you didn't get a chance to dive in--please do! via

    Excellent remarks by from on the importance of tracking [and sharing] data on gender (such as unpaid work in the informal economy or domestic violence), to prevent from becoming invisible.
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  7. Nov 24

    25 November is the International Day to End Violence against Women & the 🌎 is turning orange 🧡 to show that stands against gender-based violence. Let’s kick off the of Activism with UN Women & !

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  8. Nov 24

    Every day, spend 2.5x more time than man on unpaid domestic & care work. Source: That is why we must make every day count for and other !

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  9. Nov 24

    ⏰LIVE NOW⏰ Why hasn't the glass ceiling cracked yet? How long will it take to achieve ? What can you do to speed up progress? Your questions answered in our data & policy dialogue on . Watch here:

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  10. Nov 23

    Calling civil society organisations! We need you to help shape the future of banking by being part of the Principles for Civil Society Advisory Body. Join an info session with on 25 November to learn more & how to apply. Register:

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  11. Nov 23

    25 years after the world conference in Beijing, are women and men finally treated equally? Join our event tomorrow to find out! Today is the last day to register 👉 💬

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  12. Nov 23

    Join our Asia-Pacific Regional Symposium on ways to from the scourge of and to achieve the 📝 Register here: 📺 Watch it here: ⏰ Starts on 23 November at 9 pm EST

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  13. Nov 22

    Thank you, UN & Sanda Ojiambo! It's time for Maria Francesca Spatolisano at UN DESA to ⚽️ because, if we want to score big for the people and the planet, we must and act together! What will you do ?

    Will you #TakeTheBall?
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  14. Nov 22

    Thank you volunteers for being at the frontline of medical, community and social responses to . 💙 5 December is International Day

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  15. Nov 21

    Public institutions and digital government are key to from . Join our event next week to learn about experiences from countries in Asia and Pacific, promoting resilient recovery and the . Register here 👉

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  16. Nov 21

    Deep into the 21st century, the glass ceiling is showing no signs of cracking. In 2020, women are still kept from strategic functions and governments. demand change! Join us next Tuesday to discuss the data and policy of :

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    Nov 19

    All 187 ILO member States ratified against child labour and the momentum continues. On and ahead of the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour 2021, sing “Take a Stand”.

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  18. Nov 20

    Your actions matter! Bringing your reusable bag to markets can help reduce plastic pollution. With up to 5 trillion single-use plastic bags used every year, polluting the ocean & the environment, a simple act can make all the difference! •

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    Nov 20

    The pandemic has affected income and services from as well as funding for sustainable forest management. A new brief highlights how several countries are integrating forest financing into stimulus packages and recovery plans.

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  20. Nov 20

    Children have been telling adults that they are worried about the climate crisis for the same reasons and with the same urgency as people are now about . We must work together across generations to reimagine a more sustainable future .

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