United Nations Academic Impact

16 September marks the International Day of Science, Technology, and Innovation for the South. As science and technology rapidly advance, many developing countries face challenges in accessing and adapting these tools. This day highlights the importance of inclusive innovation to bridge the technology gap and ensure no one is left behind. Advancing science and technology is key to achieving the #GlobalGoals and building a fairer, more inclusive world 🌍

✅ Freedom ✅ Human rights ✅ Free & fair elections These essential elements of democracy allow people to have a say in the decisions that will affect their lives — now and in the future. On Monday's International Day of Democracy, tell us in the comments what democracy means to you.

For 80 years, the United Nations has been a beacon of hope in times of turmoil. Every day, the UN works tirelessly in some of the world’s most difficult places to: ➡️protect people forced to flee ➡️provide food and assistance ➡️supply life-saving vaccines ➡️promote human rights ➡️support peace ➡️address the climate crisis, and more!

Global military spending hit a record high in 2024, capping a decade of buildup as global security worsened and development stalled. “The world is spending far more on waging war than on building peace,” warned UN Secretary-General António Guterres. This unprecedented surge in military spending comes as global security deteriorates and progress on the Sustainable Development Goals — the world’s blueprint for a better future — falls short. A new UN report calls for prioritizing diplomacy and investment in development, showing how even a fraction of military spending could transform lives. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/df6DWnVv

Today is the International Day to #ProtectEducationfromAttack — a powerful reminder that education is a fundamental human right essential to all others. Conflict often turns schools and educators into targets, disrupting learning and harming students physically and psychologically. Vulnerable groups like girls, refugees, and people with disabilities suffer the most. #Education must be a safe haven where knowledge empowers generations to build a sustainable future. Let’s commit to protecting it🎓 https://lnkd.in/g77YPQh

Today, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres launches his report, "The Security We Need: Rebalancing Military Spending for a Sustainable and Peaceful Future" - a call to rethink military spending for a peaceful future.     Global military spending is rising significantly across all regions driven by escalating geopolitical tensions, conflicts and security threats. In 2024, the spending reached a record high of $2.7 trillion, representing a decade of continuous growth, yet global security continued to deteriorate and progress on the #GlobalGoals - has fallen short. Watch the live launch at 10:15am EST: https://lnkd.in/ehZK4Edp

8th September marks International #LiteracyDay — a reminder that literacy is a fundamental human right and key to building just, peaceful, and sustainable societies. Despite progress, over 739 million youth and adults still lack basic literacy skills, and many children struggle to read or are out of school. On this day, let’s renew our commitment to ensuring literacy for all, unlocking freedoms, opportunities, and global citizenship. 📚 #InvestInTeachers #FuturesOfEducation https://lnkd.in/gXCapfDB

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” The 'Golden Rule' is a mosaic based on a work by well-known American artist Norman Rockwell, on display at UN Headquarters in New York City. Friday is the International Day of Charity, an opportunity to honour all those who commit themselves to alleviating human suffering and helping the most vulnerable. https://lnkd.in/g76Mdsb

Looking to build a meaningful career that contributes to a greener, more sustainable world?🌱 "Your Future in Green Jobs", a self-paced online course by Sustainable Development Solutions Network's SDG Academy, is designed to help young people explore how their skills, interests, and values align with careers that combat climate change. Packed with interactive videos, reflections, and real-world examples, this course empowers learners to discover career paths that make a difference. 🎓 Start learning today: https://lnkd.in/eWq_qPg9

📷: Preamble of the UN Charter. 80 years ago, 50 nations met in San Francisco, USA, to create a new organization for peace, prosperity & human rights. The ideals laid out in the Charter remain as relevant as ever. https://www.un.org/en/UN80