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“My job description is simple: to build a world where every girl & boy has the tools & support to make their dreams a reality.” #YouthCSW61
- Young people must be the co-creators of a fairer and more sustainable future, with their ideas, energy and determination shaping the future today. On #WorldYouthSkillsDay, let us commit to ensuring they have the skills, tools and opportunities they need to succeed.Young people are the leaders of today, and tomorrow. On Wednesday’s #YouthSkillsDay, let's celebrate their contributions and commit to supporting youth with the right skills to shape a better future for all generations. More from @UNESCO: unesco.org/en/skills-work…
- A pleasure to welcome Prime Minister @sanchezcastejon as the new Co-Chair of the SDG Advocates, alongside Prime Minister @miaamormottley, at a time of growing complexity and development challenges. With less than five years to go, we must close financing gaps, raise ambition and
- Every dollar invested in renewable energy returns four in health, food security, education and livelihoods. We must accelerate a just, inclusive, equitable and clean energy transition by tripling global renewable energy capacity and doubling the global rate of energy efficiency
- It is hope that keeps the flame of light burning in our darkest hours. Let us keep the flame of hope shining bright for a world of peace and a life of dignity for all.Sunday is the International Day of Hope. At a time when people and communities are facing persistent challenges, hope can be a guiding principle to help inspire action for a better world. un.org/en/observances…
- Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. I join the UN Secretary-General in conveying my deepest condolences to the family, Government and people of Qatar on the passing of HH the former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. May Allah SWT grant him Al Jannah Firdaus.I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who was a visionary & transformative leader for his nation & his people My deepest condolences to the Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the
- Four years after the #TransformingEducation Summit, education is facing an even stronger current of crises. At the very moment we should be doubling down, the world is pulling back. TES+4 must be a turning point, putting education back at the centre of the global agenda as the
- It is always great to meet with President @CyrilRamaphosa. At this decisive moment for #SDG4, South Africa’s leadership of the High-Level Steering Committee is deeply valued as we work together to transform education and deliver for learners everywhere.
- Peace begins in a classroom. So does a strong, sustainable economy. Grateful to the High-Level Steering Committee on #SDG4 for their work in advancing education as the foundation for every ambition we hold.
- The Secretary-General’s 2022 #TransformingEducation Summit put the crisis in education at the top of the global agenda. Four years later, with the leadership of @UNESCO_DG, we gathered in Paris at a critical moment to take stock of progress, accelerate action and reimagine the
- 2030 is four school years away. That gives us a small window, but also a clear opportunity, to shape the final stretch. #TransformingEducation Summit +4 must be a turning point on the road to 2030, putting education back at the centre of the global agenda, where it belongs.Four years ahead of the 2030 deadline for #SDG4, the world is off track: 273 million children globally are still out of school. Convened by @UN Deputy Secretary-General @AminaJMohammed and @UNESCO_DG Khaled El‑Enany, the Transforming Education Summit + 4 (TES+4) will review
- The annual #SDGReport makes two things unmistakably clear: the Sustainable Development Goals work. They are delivering for people — but not fast enough, not evenly and not without setbacks. They are still within reach, but only if we act with greater urgency, solidarity and
- Our Humanitarian Coordinators are on the frontlines of some of the world’s most complex settings, delivering the UN’s lifesaving work. Inspired by their leadership in action and the results they continue to deliver for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected byNeeds up, funding down. But our Humanitarian Coordinators keep taking on the odds as they seek to reach 87m people with lifesaving aid. Hear more from them about their mission, and the challenges they face.
- The world has changed significantly since the #SDGs were negotiated, bringing new challenges and opportunities that call for renewed focus. In London, I joined leaders from across sectors for a timely gathering on the future of sustainable development. We discussed shared
