United Nations Police Officer Wafaa builds trust and enduring partnerships in Bentiu
BENTIU – Despite the searing heat, rising floodwaters, and insecurity that plagues residents in Bentiu, United Nations Police Officer, Wafaa Assri Sameeh Al-Goussous, remains serene. Whether on patrol, mentoring national police officers, or engaging with communities, her calm approach helps strengthen trust between law enforcement and civilians. With 13 years of experience as a police officer in Jordan, Wafaa’s career has spanned a wide range of…
From refugee to role model: Elizabeth’s inspirational journey of resilience
UNITY – In her 38 years, Elizabeth Nyayan Gatwech Pur has lived many lives. First as a refugee, fleeing the war in South Sudan. Then as a teen mother. Next was a job as a humanitarian. And today as a Protection, Transition and Reintegration Officer serving with the United Nations peacekeeping mission. Elizabeth exemplifies the resilience and leadership that women and girls across South Sudan aspire to. Born in Akobo County, Elizabeth’s childhood…
This Week in DPPA
This Week in DPPA: 28 February - 6 March 2026
A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally. Secretary-General calls for immediate de-escalation in the Middle East On 28 February, Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the Security Council on the situation in the Middle East, warning that military action carries a grave threat to international peace and security. The Secretary-General condemned the massive military strikes by the…
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Message from SRSG Miroslav Jenča on International Women's Day 2026
Message from SRSG Miroslav Jenča on International Women's Day 2026
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UN Special Coordinator Leverages Good Offices for De-Escalation in Lebanon
The United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, undertook intensive diplomatic engagements following the launch of rockets from Lebanese territory in the early hours of Monday morning. The resumption of hostilities has entailed extensive strikes by Israel in southern Lebanon, the Biqa’ and Beirut’s southern suburbs, as well as consistent drone and rocket attacks by Hizbullah on northern Israel. She continues to…
Speech of the SRSG – Commemoration of International Women’s Day
I thank you for this invitation and for the opportunity to celebrate together International Women’s Day. Madam Minister, I welcome the close collaboration between the United Nations and your Ministry. I commend the important initiatives recently undertaken to promote women’s political participation and to advance the Women, Peace and Security agenda. These initiatives reflect a strong national commitment to promoting women’s rights and…
Give to Gain: Women Driving Resilience in Mine Action
International Women’s Day 2026 is marked under the theme “Give to Gain”, a reminder that generosity, collaboration, and shared responsibility are the foundations of sustainable progress. At UNMAS Central African Republic (CAR), MINUSCA’s Mine Action Service section, this principle is embodied by two women whose leadership and expertise have strengthened mine action at both strategic and operational levels: Dorothy DU, Officer in Charge of the…
MINUSCA OIC Chief of Mine Action Programme (UNMAS) supporting the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Conflict Armament Research and the NATCOM-SALW
Uror communities recount impact of recent violence to patrolling peacekeepers, humanitarian partners
JONGLEI - Landing at Yuai airstrip, the headquarters of Uror county in Jonglei state, a joint patrol comprised of peacekeepers from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is greeted by shells of once intact humanitarian warehouses. What was known as a place of relief for thousands of families who received food aid stands as a symbol of the devastation wrought by…
From Paper to Peace: Tumana’s Mission to Clear the Path in Western Sahara
As a single mother of three, Tumana Ahmed understands better than anyone how landmines deeply impact families. She began her career in mine action in 2013 as an Administrative Officer handling spreadsheets and databases for an international organization. However, witnessing firsthand the heavy burden of explosive ordnance scattered Territory of Western Sahara, she realized these statistics represented the faces of Sahrawi community members she…
Saharawi Mine Action Women’s Team Member Tumana Ahmed at work, preparing information packs for distribution.
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Call for Community Trust Building Project Proposals 2026 – 2027
This call for proposals is launched for projects during the financial year July 2026 – June 2027, with the deadline Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
Amman, 28 October 2021 - The UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, concluded today his first visit to the United Arab Emirates where he held meetings with senior Emirati officials and Yemenis from various political…
“Children are future leaders of South Sudan and we are delighted to have young students join us as we mark the 76 th anniversary of the United Nations,” said Sam Muhumure, Head of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan…
Mogadishu–The United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) Aviation Services Section has commenced a two-month Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Services training for 16 Somali and AMISOM firefighters. The specialized…
The members of the Security Council expressed serious concern about the military takeover in Sudan on 25 October, the suspension of some transitional institutions,the declaration of a state of emergency, and the detention of…
A mini-marathon, a volleyball match and a handicrafts display - these were the highlights of a camaraderie-filled UN Day in Malakal. Photo by Ines Surwumwe/UNMISS. Togetherness and partnerships reigned supreme this week in…
Major General Patrick Gauchat of Switzerland - Head of Mission and Chief of Staff of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of Major…
On 28 October 2021, SRSG Natalia Gherman addressed the Regional Conference “Sustainable Development and Women’s Leadership in Central Asia”. The conference was organized by the Central Asia Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC), a…
Togetherness and partnerships reigned supreme this week in Malakal, Upper Nile, as the United Nations celebrated the Organization’s 76 th anniversary. “For us as the UN Peacekeeping mission, its all about celebrating…
From 8 to 12 November 2021, the Police Division will convene the 16th United Nations Police Week. Heads of Police Components in peacekeeping operations, special political missions and regional offices, as well as senior…
In Goma, North Kivu, MONUSCO field office celebrated on Monday, October 25, 2021 the International Day of the United Nations. One of the highlights of this commemoration was a round table on the theme “ Women, Peace and…
Friends of Sudan Statement 27 October 2021 Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, the United States, the European Union and the United Nations, as…
Mr President, Thank you for the opportunity to brief the Security Council on progress in the implementation of Resolution 2046, which concerns outstanding bilateral issues between Sudan and South Sudan and the situation in…