Two years of the Pilot Network for Uniformed Women Peacekeepers
“The network gives us a sense of belonging…that we are not working in isolation,” says Major Swathi Shantakumar (UNMISS).
Closure of the North Delegates Lounge 11-12 December
Temporary Closure of the North Delegates Lounge on Thursday, 11 December, and Friday, 12 December 2025
Join the UN Symphony Orchestra the UN Singers
Join the UN Symphony Orchestra & the UN Singers for a Holiday Celebration
Moving #ForwardNotFragmented with UN Global Advocate Giles Duley
For his final appearance as the UN Global Advocate for persons with disabilities in conflict and peacebuilding situations, Giles Duley will be at the “Forward NOT Fragmented” exhibition at UNHQ.
Strengthening readiness through rapid deployment exercises
The ability to deploy military or police units quickly, whether to reinforce an existing mission or support a new one, helps operations adapt to changing needs on the ground.
The UN80 Initiative Action Plan, a coordinated path for reform
Under-Secretary-General for Policy Guy Ryder recently presented the "UN80 Initiative Action Plan" during an Informal Meeting of the General Assembly.
Secretary-General Campaign: #ForwardNotFragmented
In June this year, the Secretary-General launched a six-month campaign to uphold humanitarian disarmament norms. This campaign brings into focus the importance of humanitarian disarmament norms.
“Diplomatic Pulse” – The Search Engine for Diplomats
“Diplomatic Pulse” – The Search Engine for Diplomats
UN Stamps feature World Heritage sites in Mexico
On 21 November, the United Nations Postal Administration highlights six extraordinary sites in Mexico as part of its World Heritage stamp series.
This Week in DPPA: 15 - 21 November 2025
A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally.
his interactive workshop will explore the importance of gender inclusivity in negotiation settings and the barriers that continue to limit women’s full participation.