Phoebe Coles: Incredible things can be achieved when we look at diversity as a strength
Phoebe Coles is a 25-year-old Cypriot who strongly believes that “incredible things can be achieved when we look at diversity as a strength and work all together for a sustainable, equal, safe, and peaceful world.” A recent…
Following conflict between farmers and herders in Magwi, UNMISS steps up patrols
In Magwi, Eastern Equatoria, some 14,000 farming communities have been displaced following a mass influx of cattle herders and subsequent violence caused when grazing animals destroyed croplands. UNMISS is engaging with…
All in Cyprus: “An inclusive society with empowered women and youth is on the way”
All in Cyprus is a new intercommunal advocacy group established during the Young Leaders in Action initiative, which provided a space for young Cypriots from both communities of the island to brainstorm different ideas and…
North Kivu: Women peacekeepers from Malawi encourage women in Beni to build peace in their community
North Kivu: Women peacekeepers from Malawi encourage women in Beni to build peace in their community. Photo MONUSCO/Force As part of the activities commemorating the International Women's Day in Beni, North Kivu, the Women's…
Nigeria’s Major General Sawyerr assumes office as UNISFA Force Commander and Acting Head of Mission
Abyei, 16 March 2022 – The Force Commander/Acting Head of Mission for the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), Major General Benjamin Olufemi Sawyerr has officially taken over from Ethiopia’s Major…
4,000 people cheer on as a football match for girls and the elderly brings hope in conflict-ridden Tambura
The power of sport to unite people was in full display at a friendly football match between a local girls' team and a lineup of elderly men, as 4,000 onlookers cheered on and enjoyed a joyous afternoon in conflict-ridden…
MINURSO bids farewell to Force Commander Major General Zia Ur Rehman
On 21 March 2022, MINURSO organized a farewell military parade in honor of the outgoing Force Commander Major General Zia Ur Rehman (Pakistan) who leaves MINURSO having served during a remarkable three years. The Ceremony…
SRSG Alexander Ivanko visits MINURSO Liaison Office in Tindouf
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Western Sahara and Head of MINURSO, Alexander Ivanko, visited the Tindouf Liaison Office on 17 March 2022. At the TMLO, he met with representatives of UN Agencies, funds…
On UNIFIL’s 44th Establishment Day, its new head calls on parties to make meaningful steps for sustainable peace
UNIFIL today marked the 44th anniversary of the UN mission’s establishment with its head and Force Commander, Major General Aroldo Lázaro, calling on the parties to make “meaningful steps” towards a sustainable peace…
SG MESSAGE ON THE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION
Honouring the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is both a day of recognition and an urgent call to action. Racism continues to…
55 women leaders trained on gender responsive governance in Yambio
Full and equal participation of women in peace and security issues as well as deciding the future of South Sudan is a worthy cause to lobby for, as 55 women leaders participating in an UNMISS training point out. Photo by…
SRSG Stewart joins women's walk and talk to mark international women's day
To mark international women’s day, the Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) and the Turkish Cypriot University Women Association, organized a women’s walk and talk with Cypriot women from across the island on 12 March…