As part of our “Americans in the UN” project to share the stories of Americans who work for the United Nations, we talked to Chris Boian, who was born on the Fort Sill Army Base in Oklahoma and grew up outside of Denver, Colorado. He serves as a spokesperson for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Washington, D.C. Boian joined UNHCR after working in journalism for approximately 30 years, mostly overseas covering international news including […]

The United States is an essential partner of the UN, including the many Americans who work for the UN, helping build a better future for Americans and people around the world. As part of our “Americans in the UN” project, we talked to Tina Hinh, who serves as an Assistant Resettlement Officer with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). Hinh’s family fled Vietnam in 1978 to a refugee camp in Palau Bidong, Malaysia, where Hinh was

By Rachel Dekker, Community Investment & Partnerships, Teck and Meg French, Chief Program Officer, UNICEF Canada Rag pickers from the slums of Jaunpur’s urban areas live in some of the most underserved communities in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Poor sanitary conditions and limited access to basic health services make children living in these areas prone to repeated bouts of diarrhea. Diarrheal disease, which causes dehydration and contributes to malnutrition, can have long term

  We are living in an era of ever-shifting complex challenges – from deep societal divisions to significant threats to peace and security to strains due to inequality and the effects of climate change across the globe, to name but a few.  That is why it’s essential that all of us –governments, people, corporations, and civil society groups – deepen understanding of what brings us together and how we can collectively advance peace, stability, and

Mexico City has historically served as a haven for innovators and changemakers. Keeping in line with this tradition, a recent Dell Policy Hack was presented by Dell EMC and the UN Foundation to convene nearly 50 of the region’s thought leaders and develop policy-based solutions inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals. Participating entrepreneurs, government officials, business leaders, and civil society professionals were divided into five teams. Each group was then given 60 minutes to address

Think about your dreams for a better world in 2030. How can we realize this vision? At this year’s Social Good Summit, global leaders and citizens will unite to keep the “Future in Focus” and discuss how technology and innovation can help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and create a more peaceful, prosperous planet. Held on September 17, during the United Nations General Assembly, the event will highlight solutions to big challenges like climate

If you have ever been in New York during the opening of the United Nations General Assembly, you will know how many organizations, businesses, activists, and students are working every day to support the UN. Thousands of engaged global citizens participate in events held throughout the busy week in September, highlighting solutions to challenges from around the world and working toward progress on the Sustainable Development Goals, also known as the Global Goals. In 2016,

From record-breaking extreme weather to a new wave of commitments from cities, states, and businesses across the U.S., 2017 has been an unprecedented year for climate change. And it’s only September. Climate Week NYC 2017 arrives at a critical time, representing the first gathering of international climate leaders since the U.S. announced it will withdraw from the Paris Agreement. The summit, which will take place September 18-24 alongside the UN General Assembly and Global Goals

On Tuesday, September 19, President Trump will speak at the 72nd United Nations General Assembly (often called “UNGA”) before almost 100 Heads of State – a marquee moment that could be dubbed the United States’ press conference to the world. This will be the first-ever appearance at the annual UNGA in New York City for President Trump, Secretary Tillerson, and Ambassador Haley. Major U.S. foreign policy priorities will undoubtedly be weaved into the President’s speech,