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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Aug 18

    “In these turbulent and trying times, he never stopped working to give life to the values of the United Nations Charter. His legacy will remain a true inspiration for all of us.” — on the passing of , 18 Aug 2018

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  2. 1 hour ago

    "In these times of growing political divides and intractable conflicts, we need the peacemaking spirit of Kofi Annan more than ever." -- at UNHQ wreath-laying for .

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  3. Retweeted
    6 hours ago

    Inclusion matters! wants to ensure access to language for every child from birth. "It is encouraging that promises protection and inclusion of persons with disabilities who are all able to achieve the ."

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  4. Retweeted
    Aug 21

    A tribute to Kofi Annan, from his family:

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  5. Retweeted
    Aug 20

    Delighted to share my first annual letter as WHO Director-General. It outlines our major achievements over the past year and what I believe are the keys to achieving . I’m proud of everything we’ve achieved - but we’re just getting started!

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  6. Retweeted
    13 hours ago

    Renewed sanctions against are illegitmate, unjust and harmful. They are destroying the country's economy and currency, driving millions of people into poverty and making imported goods unaffordable -- UN expert:

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  7. 5 hours ago

    The "Ark of Return" at UNHQ honours the victims of slavery & highlights the legacy of the slave trade. More about the permanent memorial on Thursday's Day:

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    10 hours ago

    The Conference highlights the need of strong multilateral partnerships to address global problems and how we must work together to solve them. Youth must also be seen as an equal partner in achieving the . LIVE on

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    8 hours ago

    BREAKING: UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, Cate Blanchett will brief the Security Council on 28 August. ➡️ Her goal: to draw attention to the plight and resilience of Rohingya refugees she met in Bangladesh.

    Cate Blanchett with a Rohingya refugee girl
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  10. Retweeted
    9 hours ago

    Today we paid tribute to Kofi Annan, a man who embodied United Nations values and whose legacy will remain an inspiration to us all. I was honoured to call Kofi Annan a mentor and proud to call him a friend.

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  11. 9 hours ago

    "In many ways, Kofi Annan was the United Nations. His most defining features were his humanity and solidarity with those in need." -- at UNHQ wreath-laying for .

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  12. 11 hours ago

    Starting now: opening of Conference on finding global solutions for global problems. Watch live ➡️

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  13. Retweeted
    12 hours ago

    In these times of growing political divides and intractable conflicts, we need the peacemaking spirit of more than ever -

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    12 hours ago

    At 9:15 this morning at UNHQ in New York will lay a wreath and deliver remarks to honor former Secretary-General . Watch live:

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  15. 13 hours ago

    Here is how the UN is working with and for the 🌎's youth to achieve the to end poverty, reduce inequality and protect the planet:

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    Aug 15

    « I take inspiration from the amazing human rights defenders, journalists, lawyers, activists in so many countries who do amazing, brave things to defend the rights of others » — Zeid on his time as Human Rights Chief. Listen to the podcast 🎧

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  17. 17 hours ago

    Partnerships between governments, the private sector & civil society are key to achieving the . Find out more:

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  18. 21 hours ago

    UN Peacekeepers come from different countries, cultures & backgrounds -- but share a common purpose to protect the most vulnerable.

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  19. Aug 21

    “We the Peoples… Together Finding Global Solutions for Global Problems.” The Conference starts on Wednesday at UNHQ in NYC. Details here ➡️

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  20. Retweeted
    Aug 20

    is one of the leading causes of death among young children globally even though a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available. , we can stop measles!

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  21. Aug 21

    Exploitation. Trafficking. Violence. Abuse. Just some of the perils children and families face on their way from Central America to the U.S. → via

    18 replies 107 retweets 196 likes
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