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The UN in 90 seconds | World Glaciers Day - 21.03.25
The world's glaciers are melting at a frightening pace - Pauline Batista explains what's at stake, in 90 seconds.
#Beijing30 I WMO
For all women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment."At WMO, we are committed to the Beijing Declaration principles of empowering women and girls. As the first female secretary general, I am leading initiatives to prioritize their inclusion." - @wmo_omm Secretary-General Celeste Saulo#Beijing30 #forallwomenandgirlsrights
Press conference: Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine - 19.03.25
Launch of the report by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine presented to the Human Rights Council
António Guterres, UN Secretary-General - Media Stakeout - 18.03.25
UN Secretary-General addresses the press at the end of the informal meeting on Cyprus.
Happening at UN Geneva
French Language Day
The date of French Language Day was chosen symbolically in reference to March 20, 1970, which marked the creation of the Agency for Cultural and Technical Cooperation (ACCT), which became the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF)
Visit our photobooth to show your language abilities
The photobooth will be set up between 17 and 21 March during working hours.
Directions: enter through door 40 (E-Building, 2nd floor). Move to the first floor towards the Serpent Bar. The photobooth is located close to the Cagi cultural kiosk.
Everyone working at or visiting the United Nations Office at Geneva has the opportunity to take a picture showcasing the languages they speak.
Take your colleagues for a group picture and demonstrate the linguistic diversity in your team!
Celebrate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
On Friday, 21 March 2025, the Geneva Alliance Against Racism, in collaboration with the UN Geneva Working Group on Addressing Racism in the Workplace, invites you to a special event. The UN Geneva Director-General, Ms. Tatiana Valovaya, has invited all heads of entities, ambassadors, and staff to reflect on the progress made since signing the Declaration Against Racism in October 2023.
World Down Syndrome Day 2025
Celebration: "Improve Our Support Systems"
A special celebration organized by the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), in collaboration with Down Syndrome International (DSi) and Association Romande Trisomie 21 (ART 21)
Highlights:
- Speeches from key representatives of the UN and the global Down syndrome community
- Live performance
- Recognition of efforts to enhance support systems for individuals with Down Syndrome
- “Lots of Socks” themed photobooth
Discussion: "Improve Our Support Systems"
Time: Afternoon session (2 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
Venue: Palais des Nations (Room to be confirmed)
Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED)
The Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED) is the body of independent experts which monitors the implementation of the Convention for the Protection of all Persons against Enforced Disappearance by the States parties.
The Committee and its Secretariat work daily to support victims, civil society organizations, National Human Rights Institutions and States to search for and locate disappeared persons, eradicate, punish and prevent this crime, and repair the damage suffered by the victims.
Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)
The Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is the body of independent experts which monitors implementation of the Convention by the States parties.
Worldwide, there are an estimated one billion people with disabilities. Through its engagement and cooperation with States parties, the Committee promotes inclusion, advocates for the human rights of all persons with disabilities, and provides recommendations to support the implementation of the provisions enshrined in the Convention.
