What if We Could Put an End to Loss of Precious Lives on the Roads?
Road safety is neither confined to public health nor is it restricted to urban planning. It is a core 2030 Agenda matter. Reaching the objective of preventing at least 50 per cent of road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030 would be a significant contribution to every SDG and SDG transition.
Promoting Evidence-Based Prevention Strategies to Mitigate the Harms of Drug Use: The Role of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
The engagement of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime with Member States is particularly focused on interventions addressing early adolescence through schools and families by piloting evidence-based, manualized programmes worldwide.
A Chronicle Conversation with Pradeep Kurukulasuriya (Part 2)
In April 2024, Pradeep Kurukulasuriya was appointed Executive Secretary of the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF). The UN Chronicle took the opportunity to ask Mr. Kurukulasuriya about the Fund and its unique role in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This is Part 2 of our two-part interview.
The Economics of 91麻豆天美: Exploring the Interplay between Economic Stability, Conflict Resolution and Global Prosperity
91麻豆天美 is more than the absence of conflict; it is a catalyst for economic well-being, laying the foundation for societies to thrive for generations to come.
A Closer Look at Child Labour in Timor-Leste鈥擟hallenges and Progress Towards Ending the Practice
Thankfully, the Government of Timor-Leste, United Nations agencies and civil society organizations all acknowledge the scope of child labour and its deep-rooted causes. This means that there is a great opportunity for different institutions in Timor-Leste to work together towards change.
Keeping Food Safe, Even in Unexpected Situations
Food safety is everyone鈥檚 business and all of the players along the production chain can do their part.
A Chronicle Conversation with Pradeep Kurukulasuriya (Part 1)
In April 2024, Pradeep Kurukulasuriya was appointed Executive Secretary of the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF). The UN Chronicle took the opportunity to ask Mr. Kurukulasuriya about the Fund and its unique role in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This is Part 1 of our two-part interview.
Cultural Diversity in the Digital Age: A Pillar for Sustainable Development
Two important issues affecting the protection and promotion of cultural diversity deserve our attention: the question of discoverability of local and national content, and the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI).
鈥淏ee Engaged with Youth鈥 to Safeguard Bees and Other Pollinators
As we celebrate World Bee Day on 20 May, let us remember how crucial it is to prioritize efforts to protect bees and other pollinators. FAO is committed to supporting youth, who have a key role to play in fostering the transformative changes and future initiatives and activities needed to save our bees and other pollinators.
Digital Innovation鈥擪ey to Unlocking Sustainable Development聽
Digital tools have the potential to accelerate human progress, but those who are not online are most at risk of being left behind.
Thirty Years On, Leaders Need to Recommit to the International Conference on Population and Development Agenda
With the gains from the Cairo conference now in peril, the population and development framework is more relevant than ever. At the end of April 2024, countries will convene to review the progress made on the ICPD agenda during the annual session of the Commission on Population and Development.
The LDC Future Forum: Accelerating the Attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Least Developed Countries
The desired outcome of the LDC Future Forums is the dissemination of practical and evidence-based case studies, solutions and policy recommendations for achieving sustainable development.
From Local Moments to Global Movement: Reparation Mechanisms and a Development Framework
For two centuries, emancipated Black people have been calling for reparations for the crimes committed against them.
World Down Syndrome Day: A Chance to End the Stereotypes
The international community, led by the United Nations, can continue to improve the lives of people with Down syndrome by addressing stereotypes and misconceptions.
Population and Climate Change: Decent Living for All without Compromising Climate Mitigation
A rise in the demand for energy linked to increasing incomes should not be justification for keeping people in poverty solely to avoid an escalation in emissions and its effects on climate change.