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A global community of changemakers united around a shared vision for a better world in 2030. A project of the @unfoundation in support of the @UN.

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Happy 8th Anniversary!

Championing the work of the United Nations Foundation, @unfoundation +SocialGood brings together a global network of changemakers and passionate communicators to create solutions for a better world in 2030.

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The next UN Secretary-General will take office as the multilateral financial system faces severe strain.

Amid these global, compounding economic crises, how should they respond?

Explore four takeaways from this week's episode of "World's Toughest Job."

https://t.co/rDlWEgfXHP

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Ocean acidification is more than an environmental issue.

It's at the nexus of:

Climate change 🌱
Food security 🥣
Human rights 🕊️

@OA_Alliance unpacks how ocean acidification is putting sustainable development at risk: https://t.co/CSq7mc8XNk

[GWL Voices @GWLvoices]

The Geneva Debate brought together candidates @mbachelet , @mfespinosaEC and @RGrynspan , with a video intervention from @Macky_Sall , with the moderation of @TheZeinabBadawi .
Special thanks to @unfoundation and everyone that made it possible. #NextUNSG

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📍GENEVA

Co-hosted with @GWLvoices, the #NextUNSG Candidates Debate brought together @RGrynspan, @mbachelet, and @mfespinosaEC to present their pitches for the future of multilateral leadership.

🎬 Watch the full event: https://t.co/2QQhLaqRgG

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Currently, more than 50 countries face turmoil that's linked to their debt.

As an economic crisis looms, can the United Nations become the quintessential institution for global economic governance?

Guests discuss on "World's Toughest Job."

https://t.co/n2FfDQkT8s

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In its early years, the UN was a negotiator in the nuclear arms race.

Today, the world is grappling with another new technology: Artificial intelligence.

Will the UN — and its next leader — have a seat at the AI table?

More on "World's Toughest Job."

https://t.co/uF3JTFCejR

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Sustained advocacy creates transformative change.

At @WomenDeliver, Sia Nowrojee — AVP, Girls and Women Strategy — reflected on lessons from the 1985 World Conference on Women and the power and possibilities of multilateralism.

This is her story.

https://t.co/tP3VCDOKIq

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The planet is speaking, and the signals are getting louder.

With proven climate solutions already being scaled, we're not starting from zero.

Our response must match the moment.

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, join the global call #NowForClimate: https://t.co/OPXIBcDHBM

cc: @UNEP

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Here's a question that will undoubtedly be on the next UN Secretary-General's mind:

Should the international system have a say in the oversight of AI?

Explore this question, and more takeaways from episode 4 of "World’s Toughest Job."

→ https://t.co/i9xuci0ajy

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Across borders and generations, the choices of the UN Secretary-General can affect millions of people.

Tell us what you want the next chief to prioritize.

➡️ https://t.co/r188fl1LUd

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She is life.
Our future.
Our responsibility.

She is our ocean. 🌊

Though she faces growing threats, we still have the power to protect her — but we must #ActNow.

Our voices, choices and actions matter.

Monday is UN World Oceans Day. https://t.co/wmZGFf0mPc #SaveOurOcean

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

Ocean health, sustainable development, and multilateralism are more interconnected than you may think.

Learn more: https://t.co/CSq7mc8XNk

#WorldOceansDay | @OA_Alliance

[GWL Voices @GWLvoices]

The Geneva Debate is happening live!
We have three hours left until the debate starts. Don’t miss a thing and join the conversation using #NextUNSG.

https://t.co/Xe8kMO1xnf

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

As the Global North ages, a massive next generation is rising across Africa & Asia — demanding structural change and opportunity.

Ep. 3 of "World's Toughest Job" asks: Can the next UN chief deliver for young people and young countries?

https://t.co/eOzwq6Da83

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

The @un Charter remains humanity’s best hope for peace.

Amid geopolitical divisions, member countries must uphold it & ensure that the UN lives up to what it was meant to be:

A forum for solutions.

A guardian of international law.

And a force for peace and security.

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Next up for the UN Secretary-General candidates: Debate season. 📣

Starting this week, they'll hit the road to engage in public events and showcase their platforms.

Tap here for your guide to watch-worthy debates. ⬇️

https://t.co/97dN8wjobS

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In a politically fraught era for international cooperation, the UN must restore its twin convictions of no war and no empire.

Read UN Foundation Senior Fellow @thantmyintu’s latest for @ForeignAffairs.

https://t.co/hWkYCK564S

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"The status quo is insufficient."

At #WHA79, Cecilia Mundaca Shah, UN Foundation VP for Global Health Strategy, laid out a path for global health progress despite the current reality.

🎥 WATCH.

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In 1960 — the Year of Africa — a surge of new Member States gave the UN renewed purpose, despite the gridlock of the Cold War.

The UN that supported newly independent countries then is now being pushed to reassess its role in development.

https://t.co/XqbDxNkNsI

[United Nations Foundation @unfoundation]

The 79th World Health Assembly has come to a close.

This year, Member States adopted more than 20 decisions and 13 resolutions — centering the goal of achieving health for all.

Explore some of the key themes and moments from #WHA79.

https://t.co/HcDyB5onh7