Vera Jónsdóttir

Economic Development Specialist, UNDP Bhutan | Former Analyst, World Bank HQ | Views are my own

[Jón Sch. Thorsteinss @jst_arev]

In a small river, it could take more than 50 years without any farming for wild salmon to return — if they return at all.

New IBSEM modelling by Arev for Hrútafjarðará 🧬

[@UNDP_Bhutan @UNDP_Bhutan]

#DigitalViolence against women & girls is one of the fastest-growing forms of abuse. This International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women, we call 4 safer online spaces. Join us in speaking out & supporting survivors. Repost or drop a 🧡 to show solidarity. #NoExcuse

[Mohammad Younus @MohammadYounus_]

Great conversation with Stockholm School of Economics🇸🇪 exploring collaboration opportunities to strengthen public sector innovation, evidence-based policymaking & local government innovation capabilities — advancing smarter governance in #Bhutan 🇧🇹. Excited to take this forward!

[@UNDP_Bhutan @UNDP_Bhutan]

What a joy to welcome our very own @C_Bahuet to #Bhutan 🇧🇹, the Land of the Thunder Dragon! Thank you for visiting us & sharing your wisdom, insights & reflections on pertinent issues, including evolving global funding landscape & the future of multilateralism. We’re inspired!

[@UNDP_Bhutan @UNDP_Bhutan]

Overcrowding remains a key challenge at🇧🇹national referral hospital. Bhutan Innovation Lab, a 🤝 between Prime Minister's Office & UNDP, delivers a bold plan to streamline appointments & referral pathways, cut wait times & ensure no patient is turned away: https://t.co/tnQwSgIyDT

[Brian Kironde @Kirondekavuma]

It was a great pleasure meeting with @WorldBankAfrica team at @UNFPAMalawi as we embark on joint development of a timely Landscape Analysis for SRHR in Malawi. @RodriguesNeli1 @EzizHellen @UNFPA_ESARO

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

At the 2024 Annual Review and Planning Meeting, @MalawiGovt , UNFPA, and partners unite to tackle unfinished business and accelerate progress. Together, we’re shaping solutions and strategizing for impact. #2025 — The journey to transformation starts here!

[UNFPA Nordic Representation Office @UNFPA_Nordic]

As core resources are not earmarked for specific activities, @UNFPA uses them, flexibly and responsibly, to respond to women and girls as needs arise or evolve.

With support from #PartnersAtCore like #Iceland 🇮🇸, we provide hope for the 10-year-old girl and all those we serve.

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

"I never thought I would be my own employer."
Meet Maureen Mwale! From job hunting to becoming an entrepreneur, her journey started at a #UNFPA supported safe space funded by Norway. Now, she's transforming education in her community!
Read her full story: https://t.co/PETXO8bFGN

[UNFPA Nordic Representation Office @UNFPA_Nordic]

In Mchinji, Malawi 🇲🇼 a quiet transformation is taking place.

Men, traditionally seen as guardians of a conservative masculinity, are now actively engaged to lead the charge against gender-based violence #GBV.

Read how @UNFPA is supporting the change ➡️ https://t.co/DTaVWtnGVX

[UNFPA Data and Analytics @PopDevUNFPA]

It’s a wrap for @UNFPA at the 9th African Population Conference!

At #APC2024, we reaffirmed our commitment to the #AfricaWeWant by working together to:

🟠Strengthen data systems
🟠Invest in underserved populations
🟠Harness the demographic dividend

👉🏾https://t.co/rvtkaL4xL1

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

🚨 We're hiring! 🚨 Join the UNFPA Malawi team as a Humanitarian Junior Officer in Lilongwe. Make a difference in your community! 🧡
📅 Deadline: 14th July 2024
👉 Apply now: https://t.co/JJG4GiX7ed
#UNFPAMalawi #JobOpportunity #HumanitarianJobs

[UNFPA Nordic Representation Office @UNFPA_Nordic]

Prime Minister of #Iceland 🇮🇸 @Bjarni_Ben celebrated the partnership with @UNFPA in #Malawi 🇲🇼

With support from Iceland, @UNFPAMalawi works to advance gender equality by ensuring access to #SRHR, including eradication of obstetric fistula.

➡️ https://t.co/elRfrvtG50

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

Exciting News! 🎉
Today, @UNFPAMalawi launched the UNFPA Malawi Youth Advisory Panel! This dynamic platform empowers young voices to shape our programs and policies, putting youth at the heart of our mission. Meet the 16 young leaders ready to drive change across Malawi! 💪

[Vera Jónsdóttir @verajonsd]

@UNAIceland

[Vera Jónsdóttir @verajonsd]

Opið er fyrir umsóknir fyrir íslenska unga sérfræðinga á vegum Sameinuðu þjóðanna en í ár eru þrjár slíkar stöður á auglýstar. Að því tilefni sagði ég stuttlega frá minni reynslu af störfum hjá @UNFPAMalawi en staða mín er einnig á vegum ungliðaverkefnis Sameinuðu þjóðanna.

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

Are you the one?
Click the link below for more details:
https://t.co/g9FIXzZNNm
#youthadvisorypanel

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

H.E Minoli Perera, the Australian High Commissioner to #Malawi visited @UNFPAMalawi to discuss various issues of interest with the Representative @RodriguesNeli1. Ms. Perera said she was impressed with #UNFPA work and looked forward to more interactions and future partnerships

[UNFPA in Malawi @UNFPAMalawi]

When adolescent girls are educated, healthy, skilled and empowered, everyone benefits.
#Empowerment