“The world is changing fast, and our partners are changing with it. Development must change too.” Today, @alexanderdecroo begins his role as our new Administrator. Welcome to UNDP! https://t.co/i8my2GBFHP

The world is built by those who care. #EveryContributionMatters reflects the small but mighty steps volunteers take each day to shape a better tomorrow 🩶 Volunteers, thank you for all you do. #IVD2025

🌍To celebrate #IVD2025, @UNDP🇲🇺 spotlights the young @UNVolunteers supporting Mauritius’ healthcare system through innovation & technology. Discover how they are paving the way for more efficient, inclusive & future-ready health services in the country👇 https://t.co/PkNZeeR81H

In the Seychelles less than 5% of the original native forest remains intact. This #WorldSoilDay, explore how our Ridge to Reef project in partnership with @SeychellesMACCE, @theGEF and @UNDPSeychelles works to improve tree cover and restore soil: https://t.co/s6aHBjOPYu

On #IVD2025, we celebrate all volunteers around the 🌎! Those who rush to disasters; who teach, mentor, and open doors for the next generation; or simply listen when no one else will. Meet some of those changemakers & see why #EveryContributionMatters: https://t.co/Q75SNaXdV5

Blockchain technology is emerging as a potential enabler of greater transparency, accountability, & trust in development systems. @f_pickup, @RPasicko, & @icerovic write how this technology can help deliver a fairer and inclusive sustainable development.

People living w disabilities caused by landmines & unexploded bombs are showing what's possible when they receive the support they need & are given the opportunities to contribute to their communities. Hear from survivors in Ukraine, Cambodia, & Viet Nam:

Good to talk with UNSG @antonioguterres on renewing development for a fast-changing, multipolar world. From our role as development strategist to digital/AI and our partnership with the private sector, @UNDP is gearing up to deliver better, faster, and more efficiently. #UN80

“Volunteering allows you to contribute to something bigger, but also grow in all dimensions” - Mom, a @UNVolunteers w/ @UNDPCambodia. As a volunteer, she designs & implements small-scale projects that empower Indigenous communities in Cambodia. https://t.co/BkJWPzm9hx #IVD2025

As winter nears, UNDP is responding to Gaza’s water crisis. In Jabalia, a major water well funded by Korea 🇰🇷is restoring access to clean water, while wastewater network repairs around Al-Rantisi Hospital, supported by Germany🇩🇪through @KfW_FZ_int are protecting public health and

A phone with internet access means you can seek information. An ID card means you can buy food and access services. These rights should be guaranteed for everyone but for many, they don’t come easy. Let’s protect human rights for all: https://t.co/UVCiz45L2R #HumanRightsDay

UNDP is grateful to 🇮🇪 Ireland for its continued partnership and steadfast commitment to multilateralism. Your support helps us respond rapidly to crises, empower women and girls, and protect development gains worldwide. https://t.co/o6JwaArZ9T #PartnersAtCore

Development is teamwork. A first day at @UNDP HQ filled with open, energizing discussions with key partners and representatives from across our programme and donor countries. 🧵 1/3

With @UNDP_Bhutan and @theGEF support, we're proud to partner with the Panbang Youth Cooperative In less than 2 years, they turned a $37K grant into: 🫘 188K coffee saplings 💵 $92K in earnings 🧑‍🌾Jobs for youth 🙆‍♀️Enhanced local livelihoods #ForPeopleForPlanet

📊 What we can measure, we can change! 🔍 Robust data gives governments and citizens the tools to track risks and turn anti-corruption from an aspiration into action. https://t.co/4CVCUU4MEK #UnitedAgainstCorruption #IACD2025

Among women parliamentarians surveyed across 39 countries, 44% received threats of death or sexual violence online. #NoExcuse - we must act now to make digital spaces safe for all. #16Days

💰 Banking access in Latin America and the Caribbean has grown, but financial inclusion remains incomplete. Only 18% of people save in a bank and just 30% access formal credit. This #DayOfBanks, @PNUDLAC spotlights how we can close the gap: https://t.co/Oz4lCtw31F

“As a person with a #disability, I know firsthand what people with disabilities experience.” Disability inclusion in the @UN only works when everyone can be a part of it. That's why we need more volunteers like Mwaka, who advance inclusion with @UNDPNamibia 🇳🇦 #IDPD2025

On 12 December, @jica_direct_en & @UNDP bring together leaders from Africa & Japan to explore how #AI can drive inclusive, human-centric development. 🆓 Hybrid event at @UNUniversity ➡️ Register & learn more: https://t.co/H3rQzeM2mZ

The fight for justice often means navigating deep-seated social stigma. In Yemen, @UNDP facilitated the release of about 300 wrongfully detained women held in prison, restoring dignity and family connections. Learn more: https://t.co/UVCiz45L2R #HumanRightsDay

On #IDPD, we celebrate disability-inclusive innovation. @UNDP and partners are advancing tools like the Smart White Cane, the AccessAbility app & national web accessibility standards so no one is left behind in the digital age. 👉 Read the blog: