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Geneva Press Briefing: UNICEF, OHCHR. OCHA, UN WOMEN, WFP, WHO, UNHRC - 11.04.25
🎦 Situation of Children in Easter Democratic Republic of the Congo; 🎦 Two Year from the Start of the Conflict in Sudan; 🎦 Human Rights and Health Situation in Gaza; 🎦 Continued Attacks and Rescue Efforts in Myanmar; 🎦 Needs of Refugees Returning to Syria
ITC - Press Briefing: Potential impact of US tariffs on developing countries - 11.04.25
Pamela Coke-Hamilton, Executive Director, International Trade Centre, briefed the Geneva press corps about the potential impact of US tariffs on developing countries.
UN News Today - 9.04.25
🔉 Two years into Sudan war, UNHCR chief urges help for host country Chad; 🔉 Gaza: fears and uncertainty persist amid ongoing war; 🔉 Yet another wave of attacks in Ukraine, warn UN aid teams
Fear and uncertainty are daily staples for Gaza’s most vulnerable - 10.04.25
In Gaza, ongoing Israeli military operations and the aid blockade have continued to add to daily fears and hardships being faced by those about to give birth in the devastated enclave.
Happening at UN Geneva
World Autism Awareness Day Celebration 2025
Experience Autism Through Virtual Reality
In recognition of World Autism Acceptance MonthOpens in new window, UN office at Geneva invites you to experience "Les Pieds en Haut",Opens in new window an immersive Virtual Reality (VR) journey that offers a first-person perspective on autism. Inspired by real-life experiences, this interactive experience allows participants to see the world through the eyes of Lou, an autistic character.
This initiative aligns with this year's theme, Embracing Neurodiversity in the Digital AgeOpens in new window fostering awareness and inclusion through innovative storytelling. The event is hosted in collaboration with the Québec Government Office to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF).
Committee on the Protection of All Migrant Workers (CMW)
The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world.
Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants.
Committee Against Torture (CAT)
The Committee Against Torture (CAT) is the body of 10 independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment by its States parties.
The Committee against Torture works to hold States accountable for human rights violations, systematically investigating reports of torture in order to stop and prevent this crime.
