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As hospitals lie in ruins and hunger spreads in Gaza, UNFPA’s mobile clinic offers critical maternal care to women giving birth in unimaginable conditions.
Despite , initiatives like UNESCO’s Virtual Campus and Temporary Learning Spaces are reconnect with learning, hope, and academic life.
For two years, has urgently called for a as the humanitarian crisis deepens. Over 1.9 million people are displaced, with countless lives lost or shattered.
The world is witnessing a troubling erosion of our shared humanity: dialogue is giving way to violence, civilians are bearing the brunt of conflict, and international law is being disregarded. In this time of rising tensions and deepening divisions, Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy of truth and non-violence carries renewed urgency. On this International Day of Non-Violence (2 October, Gandhi’s birthday), Secretary-General António Guterres calls on all people to follow Gandhi’s example—end suffering, advance diplomacy, heal divisions, and strive for a just, sustainable, and peaceful future.
Nuclear weapons offer no security, only the threat of annihilation, with . The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons (26 September) reminds us of the Cold War’s central lesson: humanity once risked its survival. Sadly, the shadow of nuclear annihilation is still with us and spreading fast, fueled by divisions and mistrust, along with rising military spending, growing stockpiles, and nations using nuclear threats as coercion. Humanity is headed in the wrong direction. It’s time to chart a new course for lasting peace through disarmament.
Military spending reached a record $2.7 trillion last year, undermining diplomacy and draining resources from critical areas like hunger and poverty, warns a .
In today’s uncertain times, it’s crucial for everyone to mobilize for peace. From peacekeepers to community members and students, we all have a role to play. Speak out against violence and discrimination, volunteer, and challenge hate in your surroundings. Support socially conscious brands and donate to organizations promoting human rights. The UN plays a key role in advancing human rights and addressing root causes of violence through its Peacebuilding Commission and Sustainable Development Goals. On International Day of Peace (21 September) let our actions for peace speak louder than words.
In the digital age, information and communication technologies (ICT) and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming policing worldwide. These tools enhance data analysis, intelligence sharing, and cross-border cooperation against cybercrime, terrorism, and organized crime. Yet, when misused, they pose serious risks. On International Day of Police Cooperation (7 September 2025), the UN highlights the need to harness ICT and AI responsibly. International collaboration can ensure innovation benefits society by fostering transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.
This year, the International Day against Nuclear Tests (29 August) comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing nuclear risks — including the disturbing prospect of a return to nuclear testing. In 2025, we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the first nuclear test. We must never forget the legacy of over 2,000 nuclear weapons tests carried out over the past eight decades. The effects of these explosions have been horrific. Now is the time to silence the bombs before they speak again.
The world faces increasingly complex threats, from nuclear tensions to violations of the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. Born in 1945 “to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war”, the UN continues to lead efforts in conflict prevention, peacekeeping, and post-war recovery. As Secretary-General António Guterres reminds us: “If war is a choice, peace can be too. It is time for a recommitment to peace.” Let’s join forces to build a more peaceful future. Learn more about the UN’s role in advancing Peace and Security.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, on 6 and 9 August. Every year, Hiroshima holds the Peace Memorial Ceremony to console the souls of those lost to the atomic bombing, as well as pray for the realization of lasting world peace. Weapons of mass destruction, in particular nuclear weapons, remain a major concern due to their destructive power and threat to humanity. The UN has sought to eliminate such weapons ever since its establishment. Let’s work together to banish these devices of destruction to the history books, once and for all.
Amid Gaza’s escalating conflict, repeated displacement, blockades, and resource shortages severely limit safe spaces and support services for women survivors of violence and abuse.
When conflict dominates the news, children often feel scared or anxious and look to their parents for reassurance and a sense of safety.
Through a partnership with Denmark, UNOPS has helped restore essential services in war-impacted Mykolaiv, Ukraine—delivering waste trucks, water towers, firefighting equipment, and buses to support local resilience and daily life.