Princess Astrid of Belgium to serve as Special Envoy of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention

MAIDUGURI, Nigeria | During her recent visit to Maiduguri, in the North of Nigeria, United Nations Global Advocate for Peace Maryam Bukar Hassan had a chance to visit some of the critical programs that UNMAS implements in the…

Strengthening national capacity South Sudan continues to face the legacy of conflict, with the presence of explosive ordnance affecting communities across the country and posing risks to children and families. Strengthening…

A Mother, an Officer, a Pioneer At 37 years old, Aisha (not real name) is redefining what is possible for women in Somalia's security sector. A dedicated officer of the Somali Police Force (SPF), a mother of four, and an…

A Legacy of Conflict Across South Sudan, the legacy of conflict continues to shape everyday life long after the guns have fallen silent. For communities in Jonglei and Upper Nile States, the violence of the 2013 and 2016…