In Focus
Peace and Security
This beat covers conflict resolution, peacekeeping, and peacebuilding activities; women’s involvement in peace and security; and efforts by individuals and governments to finally ‘Silence the Guns’ in Africa.
25 years on: Why peace needs women at the table
As conflicts surge and peacebuilding funds shrink, advocates warn that ignoring women’s role in peace processes risks making wars longer and peace more fragile.
80 years on, what has the UN done for the world?
The UN’s 80th anniversary highlights its role in shaping peace, security, development, and human rights since 1945. Expert Natalie Samarasinghe reflects on its achievements, from peacekeeping and eradicating smallpox to advancing women’s rights and driving the MDGs and SDGs.
A Poet’s Peace
Peace & Security
Nigerian artist becomes UN’s first Global Advocate for Peace.
Editor Picks
— Mr. Ivor Richard Fung, Deputy Chief of the Conventional Arms Branch, UN Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA)
Amref Health Africa on how the continent can be ready for the vaccine from day one of its availability.
Prof. Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, outgoing President of the UN General Assembly (PGA) reflects on his tenure and the UN's 75th anniversary.
