“Hear Us. Act Now.” campaign unites Unity and Ruweng communities in pursuit of peace
UNITY/RUWENG - As tensions persist between Unity State and the Ruweng Administrative Area over cattle raiding, retaliatory attacks and border disputes, the nationwide “Hear Us. Act Now” campaign is providing an important…
- Reintegration
- Cúcuta
Hacarí: the community and peace signatories standing against stigmatisation
Hacarí: the community and peace signatories standing against stigmatisation
2025 Report on Efforts to Advance Gender Responsive Policing
This report highlights the joint contributions of United Nations Police (UNPOL) and Member States in advancing UN commitments on gender equality, women’s empowerment, and the Women, Peace and Security Agenda, in line with the…
Message from Anita Kiki Gbeho, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMISS on South Sudan's 15th Independence Day
Juba, 8 July 2026 – As South Sudan marks its 15th Independence Day, I extend my warm congratulations to the country’s citizens and its leaders. This anniversary is an opportunity to honor the courage and determination of the…
UNSMIL / Wissam Salem
- Advancing women, peace and security
Libyan Women’s Caucus concludes final session to advance women’s priorities
TRIPOLI—The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) , in collaboration with UN Women and UNDP , convened the final session of the Libyan Women’s Caucus on 8 and 9 June in Tripoli. The first day brought together women…
- Youth Engagement
- Advancing women, peace and security
UN in Libya’s Ra’idat Programme opens for applications from young women across Libya
TRIPOLI – The United Nations in Libya is now accepting applications for the fourth cohort of its annual Ra’idat training programme which opens at midnight 8 July. Young Libyan women aged 18-35 are invited to apply between 8…
- Advancing women, peace and security
- Youth Engagement
UN in Libya Ra'idat programme opens for applications
The United Nations in Libya is now accepting applications for the fourth cohort of its annual Ra’idat training programme which opens at midnight 8 July. Young Libyan women aged 18-35 are invited to apply between 8 and 22 July…
In Am-Dafock, MINUSCA contributed to the protection of civilians, the preservation of state authority, and the delivery of humanitarian assistance
Birao, 7 July 2026 – During a joint press conference with the MINUSCA field office in Birao, the Prefect of Vakaga, Lieutenant-Colonel Judes Ngayoko, expressed his “deep gratitude to MINUSCA for the multifaceted support it…
First judicial mission to remote Duk County brings fresh hope for justice
JONGLEI - For the first time, judges from Jonglei State's High Court and County Court travelled to the remote areas of Poktap and Duk Padiet in Duk County, bringing the formal justice system to communities that have long…
Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo delivers remarks at the Fifth United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS).
DPPA / Nikki Siahpoush
- Special political missions
USG DiCarlo calls for stronger international cooperation to address transnational crime and conflict
Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary A. DiCarlo Remarks to the Fifth United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS 2026) Session 3: Enhancing International Cooperation to Address…
UN Good Offices Mission Briefs Young Greek Diplomats in Cyprus
The United Nations Good Offices Mission in Cyprus welcomed young Greek diplomats today for a briefing on the Mission’s activities and the current state of play on the island. During the meeting, UN colleagues briefed…
Peacekeepers continue efforts to reduce explosive threats in South Lebanon
UNIFIL and the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) continue to work together to strengthen Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and demining capabilities in southern Lebanon. The partnership supports the implementation of…