Statement by the Director-General of @UNESCO, @AAzoulay, following the decision of the United States to withdraw from the Organization. Read more:

Floods and droughts threaten millions worldwide. UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme supports countries in building early warning systems that use science and community engagement to reduce disaster risks and strengthen resilience. ➡️

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Water-related disasters affect billions of people. Early warning systems & improved water management are more important than ever. See how UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme advances water science to improve resilience:

On International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, hear from Dr. Joy DeGruy and Dr. Natasha Kelly as they reflect on the intergenerational impact of slavery and the power of education in reclaiming cultural identity. #RememberSlavery

Aapravasi Ghat in Mauritius stands as a powerful monument to the journey from slavery to freedom. On this International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, let’s honor the enslaved and indentured labourers. Share their legacy:

Step into the heart of the Korean Peninsula at #Danyang UNESCO Global Geopark, where ancient mountains and rivers reveal nearly 2 billion years of Earth’s history! 🌄. Get inspired by the growing network of #UNESCOGeoparks:

What does it take to build a thriving publishing industry in Africa?. UNESCO’s new report maps the sector across all 54 countries, revealing US$7B in annual revenue and potential to grow to US$18.5B. This is about culture, knowledge, and African voices.

Bitcoin’s on fire at $112K! Time to flip the charts on BTCC!.Exploring Cryptocurrency with Jaren Jackson Jr.🏀.

This #TravelTuesday, discover Le Morne Cultural Landscape in Mauritius — a mountain that holds more than just breathtaking views. 🇲🇺⛰️ Hidden among its cliffs and caves, it became a symbol of resistance, resilience, and hope. Recognized as a UNESCO #WorldHeritage site since 2008.

💙 In Palawan Biosphere Reserve, protecting corals also means supporting local communities. Through its network of #BiosphereReserves, UNESCO works with communities and scientists to protect biodiversity and support sustainable livelihoods for future generations.

The dramatic loss of ice of the #Cryosphere is amplifying climate disruption worldwide. To raise awareness, the @UN has declared 2025–2034 as the Decade of Action for Cryospheric Sciences, led by @UNESCO.

➡️ 20 years of impact.🎨 5,000+ policies supporting culture. UNESCO’s 2005 Convention is building stronger creative ecosystems, empowering artists, advancing inclusive cultural policies & promoting artistic freedom. See how we #SupportCreativity:

4 years after the de facto authorities took power, Afghanistan is still the only country where girls and women are banned from secondary and higher education. When Afghanistan's first female graffiti artist Shamsia Hassani visited UNESCO, she created a powerful artwork showing

🎙️ 4 years after the power shift in Afghanistan, women remain banned from schools and pushed out of public life. UNESCO supports Begum TV, providing Afghan women with access to education and mental health support. Learn more:

🎙️ 4 years after the power shift in Afghanistan, women remain banned from schools and pushed out of public life. UNESCO supports Begum TV, providing Afghan women with access to education and mental health support. Learn more:

2.2 million girls still banned from school in Afghanistan. Since seizing power on August 15, 2021, the Taliban have implemented more than 70 decrees violating the rights of girls and women—especially their right to education. Afghanistan is the only country where secondary and

It is with great emotion that UNESCO has learned of the passing of Sen Genshitsu, Grand Master of the Japanese tea ceremony and Goodwill Ambassador for our Organization since 2012. His tea ceremony in our gardens in 2019 remains a precious memory: a moment of calm, beauty and

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Rapid expansion of wind and solar energy is vital, but it can unintentionally impact sites. UNESCO’s guidance offers practical solutions to help governments and developers advance renewable energy projects while safeguarding our shared #WorldHeritage.

⚛️ Quantum tech is advancing fast, but will it widen or close global scientific gaps?. UNESCO’s new Policy Brief lays out a roadmap for equitable access, education, and global cooperation in the quantum era. 📘 Read more:

🐘This #WorldElephantDay, we take you to #AlUla’s iconic Elephant Rock.​. 52m tall, this giant carved by nature over millions of years keeps the stories of ancient civilizations.​. Learn how @UNESCO and @RCU_SA work to protect wonders like this:

On #InternationalYouthDay, @pledis_17 is donating all net proceeds from their collab auction with @joopiteronline, founded by @Pharrell, @unesco Goodwill Ambassador, to support youth worldwide. Funds will expand the UNESCO x SEVENTEEN Global Youth Grant Scheme — boosting

Discover #Kanbula @UNESCO Global Geopark, where the Yellow River winds through Danxia landforms and ancient Maixiu volcanoes. Immerse yourself in a place where vibrant cultural heritage meets scientific insight. Be inspired by #UNESCOGeoparks: