Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva

The official Twitter account of the Director-General of UN Geneva. Working for peace, rights and well-being. Tweeting on this account since 26.08.2019.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Dialogue continues in Geneva, even when the world feels divided. In 2025, @UNGeneva serviced 8,786 meetings, supporting multilateral dialogue on global issues in Geneva and beyond.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Every life lost on our roads is one too many.

On the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, we honour victims and their families. From #UNGeneva, @UNECE supports the UN Special Envoy for Road Safety in advancing global efforts to save lives. #WDoR2026

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Organized fraud crosses borders, exploiting people and businesses worldwide.

On International Day against Transnational Organized Crime, we highlight the importance of tracing illicit financial flows, recovering criminal assets & strengthening international cooperation. @UNODC

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Early diagnosis can save lives.

On #WorldDiabetesDay, we join @WHO in highlighting the importance of recognizing diabetes symptoms, improving access to timely care and reducing risk. International cooperation remains essential to health for all.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Cultural heritage belongs to humanity. Illicit trafficking in cultural property threatens our shared history and identity.

On the International Day against Illicit Trafficking in Cultural Property, international cooperation remains essential to protect our heritage. @UNESCO

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

L’action de l’ONU fait une différence concrète dans le monde.

Aide humanitaire, vaccination, maintien de la paix, droits humains : chaque jour, les Nations Unies agissent pour protéger des vies et construire un avenir meilleur pour toutes et tous. @ONU_fr

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Did you know? In 2025, more than 46,800 people explored the Palais des Nations on guided tours in 12 languages.

Opening our doors helps bring the work of the UN closer to the public.

Discover more in @UNGeneva's 2025 Annual Report:
https://t.co/42PQiULflk

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

#FlashbackFriday to November 1956, when the UN's first armed peacekeeping force began operations in Egypt.

70 years later, UN peacekeepers continue to serve in some of the world's most challenging environments, supporting peace and stability. @UNPeacekeeping

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of death among children under five, despite being preventable and treatable.

Yesterday, on #WorldPneumoniaDay, we highlighted the vital work of Geneva-based @WHO and partners.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

The Palais des Nations continues to serve as a vital platform for human rights dialogue.

Today, the 53rdsession of the Universal Periodic Review concludes at #UNGeneva, bringing States together to review progress and share recommendations on human rights. @UN_HRC #UPR53

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

On #WorldKindnessDay, we are reminded that kindness is more than a gesture.

It is reflected in how we protect the vulnerable, uphold human rights and ensure no one is left behind.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

The rights to food, housing, health and education are fundamental to human dignity.
Today, the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights concludes its 80th session at @UNGeneva, reviewing how States uphold these rights.
#HumanRights #CESCR

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Your career at the UN could start here.
Applications for the 2026 Young Professionals Programme are open in Development & Sustainability for eligible nationals of participating countries.

Deadline: 30 November 2026

Apply: https://t.co/kDJDwg0nuv

#Work4UN #YPP2026

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Centuries ago, Ibn Sina helped shape scientific thought across cultures.

I was pleased to open yesterday a conference at #UNGeneva on his enduring contributions to medicine, science and philosophy.

@AfghanistanInCH @PMIRAN_GENEVA @MOFA_Tajikistan

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Les métiers n'ont pas de genre, les ambitions non plus.

Ravie d'accueillir hier des jeunes au Palais des Nations pour #FuturEnTousGenres et leur faire découvrir la diversité des métiers de l'ONU.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Football can help advance the #SDGs.

I was pleased to welcome this week Mike Pfister of @EFC_Football, Ebru Köksal of Women in Football and former Dutch goalkeeper Tim Krul to @UNGeneva.

The UN's #FootballForTheGoals initiative connects sport and sustainable development.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

From life-saving vaccines to cleaner energy, science has the power to transform lives.

This week, we marked #WorldScienceDay for Peace and Development, celebrating scientific progress and the international cooperation that makes its benefits accessible to all. @UNESCOv

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

It was a pleasure to receive the credentials of H.E. Mr. @AVasquez__Gomez, new Permanent Representative of El Salvador, at the Palais des Nations. I look forward to working together to advance shared priorities and strengthen multilateral cooperation. @cancilleriasv

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

I was pleased to welcome H.E. Ms. Ambumulire Nellie Itimu Phiri, new Permanent Representative of Malawi, and receive her credentials at #UNGeneva. I look forward to continued dialogue and cooperation in support of multilateralism. @malawi_geneva @ForeignMalawi

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

Science saves lives only when we act on it together.

I was pleased to open on Tuesday #GHF2026, marking 20 years of @Genevaforum. From smallpox eradication to AI in healthcare, international cooperation remains essential to turning scientific progress into better health for all.

[Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UN Geneva @UN_Valovaya]

It was a pleasure to accompany @Amb_JiaGuide last week on a visit to the new China Room at #UNGeneva.

Made possible by China's generous contribution to the Strategic Heritage Plan, this new space will support multilateral dialogue. @ChinaMissionGva