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On a visit to Abyei, USG Christian Saunders calls for strong leadership to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse.
The Under Secretary General (USG), Special Coordinator on Improving the UN Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, Christian Saunders, has stressed the crucial role of leadership in effectively combating sexual…
UNISFA completes construction of water handpump projects in Bokcchop IDP camp and Nhom Akoom Village
On August 8th, UNISFA handed over two fully completed water handpumps, to the Bokchop IDPs Camp and Nhom Akoon Village, during a ceremony held in the two villages. The event was officiated by OiC Ag HoM/FC, Brig General Aby…
People for Peace: Private Kylie Friel reflects on her journey from Ireland to keeping the peace with the UN in the Golan
By: Samira Y. Salifu Private Kylie Friel, a 24-year-old in the Irish Defence Forces and originally from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland, serves with the 67 Infantry Group of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force…
People for peace: For Anna Lewe, peace begins from home and with how you treat your neighbour. It does not come from abroad
By: Samira Y. Salifu As a child, Anna Lewe would see United Nations vehicles pass by in her village of Mardi located in the Western Equatoria State of South Sudan. She recalls marveling at the sight of selfless men and women…
Rafail Dimitriou: “Green skills are the key to unlocking a sustainable world”
Rafail Dimitriou is a young Cypriot who is passionate about raising awareness and mobilising young people in Cyprus to tackle climate change and its effects while also advocating for the rights of youth across the island. As…
Öykü Tural: “The environment has no borders, a greener Cyprus is possible”
Öykü Tural is a young Cypriot and an environmental activist who is passionate about raising awareness towards a sustainable and more resource-efficient society on the island. She does so by advocating simple steps that can be…
UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund begins second phase of community stabilization project
Recently, thanks to an innovative community stabilization and violence reduction project funded by the South Sudan Multi-Partner Trust Fund for Reconciliation, Stabilization, and Resilience (RSRTF), hope for a more peaceful…
Ensuring a responsible withdrawal: How MINUSMA manages assets disposal
The United Nations Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) is gearing up for a significant milestone, as it readies itself for its scheduled withdrawal from Mali on 31 December 2023. The departure is not just about leaving; it's also about…
Abyei Kicks Off Activities in Observance of International Youth Day.
On August 12th, Abyei's youth, in collaboration with UNISFA, organized the inaugural event to commemorate this year’s International Youth Day. The event, held at the youth union, marked the commencement of a week-long series…
People for Peace: Embracing cultural diversity for peaceful societies with Lieutenant Commander Germán Daniel Iguarán
By: Samira Y. Salifu Lieutenant Commander Germán Daniel Iguarán is an Argentine naval officer who firmly believes in embracing other cultures to cultivate peaceful societies. Having contributed to many of his country’s…