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UNIFIL joins NCLW in marking International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
UNIFIL today joined the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW) in marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence at…
Improved conditions for female military personnel at camp Kassaï
MINUSCA today handed over a set of renovated buildings specially designated for female military personnel at Camp Kassaï in Bangui – shining a light on issues of gender within Security Sector Reform (SSR). The significance of…
SRSG TANIN WELCOMES NEW COMMANDER OF KFOR, MG FRANCO FEDERICI
Today, Zahir Tanin, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK, met Major General Franco Federici, the new Commander of KFOR, at UNMIK Headquarters. SRSG Tanin underscored the importance of continued…
Nepalese peacekeepers intervene to prevent intercommunal clash in Lakes
A rapid response by UNMISS peacekeepers from Nepal has resulted in preventing a potential intercommunal clash between armed groups in Cueibet in the Lakes region of South Sudan. Within minutes of receiving warning of a…
Eastern Equatorian women strive for political roles to shape a peaceful, prosperous South Sudan
UNMISS recently organized state-wide forum on the landmark United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security in Eastern Equatoria. “We can’t just keep talking. If we really want our voices to be…
“It’s hard to build peace while hiding behind a mask”: James Katunge, Rwanda
The Rwanda Formed Police Unit in Malakal pictured during a medal parade honouring their contributions towards building durable peace in South Sudan. These UNPOL officers have set a benchmark for being agile, nimble and robust…
UNAMID peacekeepers conduct basic life support training for volunteers in Central Darfur
UNAMID photo. Zalingei- 26 November; UNAMID Forward Surgical Team from Pakistan organized a “Basic Life Support (BLS)’’ training session for 18 volunteers from the local community and members of the Military contingents. The…
“It’s not a job for the faint-hearted” – Hazel De Wet, Chief, Civil Affairs, on serving for peace in South Sudan
Hazel De Wet from Namibia has served in both the humanitarian and peacekeeping arms of the United Nations. She is currently leads the Civil Affairs Division at UNMISS, which is tasked with promoting peaceful coexistence among…
Foreign Minister Hitti visits UNIFIL and Blue Line
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants of Lebanon, Nassif Hitti, today visited the UNIFIL Headquarters as well the Mission’s area of operations and the Blue Line accompanied by over 30 young Lebanese diplomats, to see…
Global Wake-Up Call
The Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres From COVID-19 to climate disruption, from racial injustice to rising inequalities, we are a world in turmoil. At the same time, we are an international community…