Yeran Kejijian

UNV Country Coordinator in Lebanon. Tweets about #volunteerism, #peace, #development, #justice, #HumanRights, & #sports. RT ≠ endorsements. Views my own.

[Imran Riza @Imran_Riza]

Today, together w/PM @nawafsalam & @HaneenSayed_LB &humanitarian partners, we launched Revised Flash Appeal to support 1.4M people affected by the protracted crisis

Behind these figures are families who lost homes, livelihoods &loved ones

As needs grow, our response must too

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

Lebanon’s people want three things, says UN's @Imran_Riza @UN_Lebanon in appeal for $331.5 million for lifesaving aid:
· A real end to hostilities
· A chance to rebuild their lives
· A future for their children

[FC Bayern München @FCBayern]

Best 9 in the world. RT if you agree.

[Yeran Kejijian @Yerank]

In the midst of conflict, volunteering reminds me that hope endures through resilience, solidarity, compassion, and human connection. @UNVolunteers @UNVArabStates @UN_Lebanon @UNICBeirut

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

“Volunteering is not a nice-to-have in #Lebanon. It is a stabilising force.”

Between conflict & displacement, 60+ UN Volunteers with @WFP, @UNICEF, @WHO and @UNOCHA continue their work on the ground.
https://t.co/K02n770oO6

[Toily Kurbanov @ToilyKurbanov]

Interview with @UNDP_Lebanon’s representative was interrupted by bombs falling in Beirut.

Kudos to Blerta and all our outstanding colleagues in 🇱🇧, including @UNVolunteers, committed to make a difference in people’s lives—no matter what

[UNV Arab States @UNVArabStates]

When airstrikes do not pause, neither do volunteers!

Even in the darkest hour, a quiet strength emerges when people choose to stand together. Volunteering in #Lebanon has not stopped, it has multiplied.

➡️ Read more: https://t.co/EHIjoohyYy

[BlertaAliko @BlertaAliko]

@UNDP_Lebanon strongly condemns the indiscriminate killing of hundreds of civilians & massive destruction of civilian infrastructure. The violence must stop and an imminent cease fire must take place. Deepest condolences go to people and Government of 🇱🇧!

[أخبار الأمم المتحدة @UNNewsArabic]

"#لبنان يواجه عاصفة متكاملة نتيجة التصعيد المستمر للصراع".

أثناء حوارنا مع ممثلة برنامج الأمم المتحدة الإنمائي تعرضت بيروت لغارات إسرائيلية مكثفة، وتوقف الحوار قبل أن تستأنفه بعد إخلاء الموظفين في مقر الأمم المتحدة ونقلهم إلى الطابق السفلي للمبنى.

[Tom Fletcher @UNReliefChief]

Spent morning with @RedCrossLebanon. They are showing up – despite strikes on them.

Under IHL they and all humanitarians must be protected. Healthcare must not be a target.

In awe of this courage from volunteers and communities.

[Yeran Kejijian @Yerank]

@KhouryEdmond @ToilyKurbanov @KhouryEdmond I���ll always remember how you reached out to us through the UNV Lebanon Facebook page. Your message arrived at exactly the right moment—just when UNDP needed someone with your heart, drive, and dedication.

[UN in Syria @UNinSyria]

لا مزيد من أرواح تُفقد. لا مزيد من مستقبلٍ يُؤجَّل.
انضم/ي إلى حملة وطنية تقودها الأمم المتحدة لدعم التعافي الآمن في سوريا "لا مزيد من الألغام".
عبر الإنترنت، يمكنك المساهمة في إعداد المحتوى، وسرد القصص، ونشر الرسائل، والترجمة.
تطوع/ي الآن: https://t.co/NIaK2blBgO

[Yeran Kejijian @Yerank]

When bombs fall, duty of care becomes more than a principle—it becomes a lifeline.

Yesterday’s global townhall reminded me of the strength of our UNV family. The overwhelming solidarity reminded me: we are never alone in this mission. 🇱🇧❤️

[Toily Kurbanov @ToilyKurbanov]

She joined our global townhall from Beirut to share what it means to provide duty of care to UN Volunteers when bombs are falling.

This is our Yeran. Yeran Kejijian, UNV Country Coordinator in Lebanon 🇱🇧

No words capture how we felt—but the flood of ❤️ said it all

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

"This Strategic Framework matters because it seeks to protect and strengthen that human connection to multilateral action and to ensure that people-centered multilateralism remains credible and confident in a time of pressure." @ToilyKurbanov at #UNDPEB

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

"From 2022 to 2025, UNV expanded its partner base, enabling more @UN entities to engage UN Volunteers: from @UNDP to @UNOPS, and from the @worldbankgroup to @WHO.

UNV cherishes its unique role as a system-wide service." @ToilyKurbanov at #UNDPEB

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

"This Strategic Framework is about people—people who arrive before others do, and who remain long after the headlines fade.

People who are not merely the extra hands of the United Nations, but often its first presence—and its last remaining one." @ToilyKurbanov at #UNDPEB

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

"Under the previous Strategic Framework, UNV focused on scale & achieved it. Under the new Framework, the defining word is consolidation.

Grounded in its core mandate, UNV will adapt to the evolving needs of the @UN system & introduce more flexible categories." @ToilyKurbanov

[UN Volunteers @UNVolunteers]

"People-to-people multilateralism: citizens choosing to engage, to serve, and to connect with the @UN is not weakening. It is growing.

If multilateralism were truly in retreat, 17,000 people would not be knocking on the UN’s door asking how they can serve." @ToilyKurbanov

[Yeran Kejijian @Yerank]

These stories reflect the people, values, and impact behind UNV’s work. Proud to contribute to the conversation on what it truly means.

[Toily Kurbanov @ToilyKurbanov]

The way back home to Syria: when volunteers return, hope returns with them.
🇱🇧🇸🇾 Yeran Kejijian, Country Coordinator for Lebanon and Syria
🧷 https://t.co/obwh7hXbIQ

[Toily Kurbanov @ToilyKurbanov]

Luckily, I’m only one of many voices telling the story of @UNVolunteers. Throughout 2025, colleagues across regions, roles, and disciplines shared what UNV means to them.

Here are some highlights worth your time: 🧵

[Yeran Kejijian @Yerank]

@ToilyKurbanov @un_today Honored to be part of a collective effort sharing authentic experiences of working with UNV and advancing its mission.