United Nations confident of Liberia’s future after UNMIL departure
At the official launch of an Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)-led Emergency Response Mechanism project in Monrovia, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for Liberia Farid Zarif…
The Secretary-General remarks on the launch of the Fez Plan of Action
Dear friends, Let me begin by thanking you for coming together in this deeply meaningful way – and on such a timely initiative.
The Secretary-General remarks to General Assembly Informal Plenary on Nelson Mandela International Day
It is an honour to be with you to celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day, marking what would have been the 99th birthday of an extraordinary global advocate for justice and equality.
Conduct in UN Field Missions, a new web platform launched
UN personnel are informed and reminded through training and awareness raising campaigns of their responsibility to abide by the highest standards of professionalism, dignity and integrity.
Statement by the President of the Security Council on Liberia Peacebuilding Plan and Elections Preparation
The Security Council commends the overall progress towards restoring peace, security and stability in Liberia, the commitment of the people and Government of Liberia to peace and to developing democratic processes and…
UNMIL hands over equipment to Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy Platform
UNMIL, as part of support to the protection of human rights in Liberia, handed over equipment and stationery to the newly formed Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy Platform.
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Joint statement by AU, ECOWAS and UNMIL on the occasion of the official commencement of electoral campaign by political parties and candidates on 31 July 2017
As Political Parties and Candidates for the 10 th October Presidential and Legislative elections are about to enter the official electoral campaign period, from the 31st of July to 8 thOctober 2017, the African Union Liaison…
UN Special Representative calls on Liberia’s aspiring young leaders to embrace integrity and service
At the opening of the Young Political Leadership School, Semester 4 in Monrovia, the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of UNMIL, Farid Zarif, today challenged young people in…
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New UN Human Rights Office to open in Liberia in early 2018
UN Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights Andrew Gilmour on Friday concluded a three-day visit to Liberia. The main purpose of the visit was to establish a UN Human Rights Office in the country, and an agreement was…
Lofa, 7 August 2017 - Women in Peace Building Network (WIPNET) worshippers seek their God’s intervention in Liberia’s forthcoming October 2017 elections.
Ahead of presidential elections, women of Lofa pray for peace in Liberia
UNMIL Head of Field Office Voinjama, Ms. Frances Alesi attended a one day peace awareness ceremony in Zorzor District organized by the Women in Peace Building Network (WIPNET).
Alison Smale is the Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, United Nations Department of Public Information. Photo: YouTube/Hertie School of Governance
Secretary-General appoints Alison Smale of the United Kingdom as Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Alison Smale of the United Kingdom as the next Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, United Nations Department of Public Information.
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AULOL, ECOWAS and UNMIL Joint Statement: Concern with the fallout between the Legislature and the Supreme Court over proposed impeachment proceedings
The African Union Liaison Office in Liberia (AULOL), the Office of the Special Representative of the President of the ECOWAS Commission in Liberia and the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL), note with grave concern the…