In Istanbul this week, Afghanistan Coordination Group (ACG) partners reaffirmed their support to the #Afghan people—maintaining focus on the most vulnerable, incl. women and returnees. Grateful for this renewed solidarity.
The UN in Afghanistan is deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck the eastern region & claimed hundreds of lives, injuring many more. Our teams are on the ground, delivering emergency assistance & lifesaving support. Our thoughts are with the affected communities
Just weeks after a deadly earthquake in eastern #Afghanistan, the #North has now been struck by another strong #earthquake. Our teams and partners are on the ground to assess needs and deliver urgent aid. We stand with the affected communities and will provide necessary support.
#Afghanistan is ranked the 6th most affected country in world to climate threats. Afghans stand on a precipice of devastating climate projections. As #COP27 opens @unafghanistan calls for urgent collective action for the country. – Read full statement👉 bit.ly/3FO8ENK
Today, the @UN in Afghanistan launches One-UN Transitional Engagement Framework to assist the people of Afghanistan in 2022. DSRSG-Development, @RamizAlakbarov calls on the partners to provide vital assistance to save lives & support basic human needs & sustain essential services
Marking the 2022 World Day Against Child Labour (12 June), the @UN Country Team in #Afghanistan today joined the #RaiseYourHandsforKids and #EndChildLabour campaigns, calling for urgent action to protect #Afghan girls and boys from the menace of child labour.
“It’s not just abt responding in the 1st month but also about responding for the next 12 months to rebuild the damaged houses,” said Daniel Endres, Dy Special Rep of the Secretary-General & Humanitarian Coordinator for #Afghanistan during visit to #HeratEarthquake-affected areas.
Today we've launched our roadmap towards the #GlobalGoals.
This framework will guide the work of the UN in #Afghanistan until 2025, prioritizing the needs of most vulnerable people, including women, girls, children, internally displaced persons & others.
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“With the world coming together in aid of the resilient Afghans, UN Transitional Engagement Framework will work towards restoring hope and dignity for all Afghans” -UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Afghanistan @RamizAlakbarov. Read more: bit.ly/3rOqffT
🕌 The DSRSG/RC/HC @IndrikaRatwatte visited the 9⃣0⃣0⃣-year-old Minaret of Jam in Ghor, a breathtaking symbol of Afghanistan’s rich heritage. He urged global support for @UNESCOAfg to protect this cultural treasure before it’s lost to time. #JamMinaret#CulturalHeritage@UNESCO
[NEW REPORT] - Take a look at our latest report, featuring 2022 results from our work across Afghanistan.
The report highlights the UN’s significant assistance to all Afghans in need and our continued resolve to deliver with women for women.
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In 2024, the UN in #Afghanistan strengthened joined-up humanitarian, basic human needs and peace operations, resulting in more efficient and effective support for the Afghan people.
Read our Results Report here: afghanistan.un.org/en/292116-2024…
#1/3 Reflecting on 2023: UN Results Report #Afghanistan: This report testifies to the resilience of Afghan people in face of multiple challenges & to the concerted assistance provided by the UN, partners & donors across all 34 provinces. Read report: bit.ly/4d19lkK
Senior Officials Meeting on Afghanistan is an important opportunity for a comprehensive dialogue on our humanitarian, basic human needs and political engagement. Despite competing global poly crises, solidarity with Afghans remains critical.