UN DESA
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UN DESA assists countries around the world in agenda-setting and decision-making with the goal of meeting their economic, social and environmental challenges.
UNHQ, New York, NY
Joined April 2011
30 years after Copenhagen, we're finishing what we started. At #SocialSummit2025, we're coming together - civil society, world leaders and youth alike - to recommit to ending poverty and inequality. Join us 4 to 6 November 2025 to make this a reality: https://t.co/xqYkClT8QW
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A new @WMO report calls for urgent, collective #ClimateAction to keep the 1.5°C goal within reach. Here are 5 facts on the state of global climate. Read more: https://t.co/3DciKoQm7W
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Climate finance is not charity. It’s an investment in global stability and a livable world for all. At #COP30 leaders must deliver on a credible roadmap to mobilize $1.3 trillion a year by 2035 #ClimateAction @UN
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The #MultidimensionalPoverty Index from @UNDP and @ophi_oxford measures multifaceted poverty in 100+ developing countries. This year, the Index examines 4️⃣ climate hazards: high heat, droughts, floods & air pollution. More: https://t.co/QmWiQ166Ws
#COP30
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Saturday at the #SDGPavilion at #COP30! 🌎 Climate mobilities 💧 Hydropower 💳 Aligning ambitions from #FFD4 to COP30 🎙️ Fireside chat with Chair of @UN4Indigenous ... and more! Livestream: https://t.co/HEAHALn2PA Programme: https://t.co/91A1yt9IeC
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The science is clear, the call for justice is urgent, and the fate of future generations depends on #ClimateAction now. Leaders at #COP30 must follow through and meet the challenge of this crisis. It is now or never. @un @antonioguterres
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We cannot air condition our way out of the heat crisis. Many cooling methods add planet warming emissions, in-turn increasing cooling demand. But solutions exist to make cooling more sustainable & affordable: https://t.co/m8d7s2aC0S
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We're live from the #SDGPavilion at #COP30! Follow along at the @UNDESA YouTube page to learn more about how we can build a better future through climate and SDG action. 📺 https://t.co/PzIHq5STbW
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Every number tells a story. Every decision adds up. Discover 30 numbers that explain the climate crisis: https://t.co/aVz9wMIQAa 🟰 Because #ClimateCounts. #COP30 @UNDP
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Where are the world's largest cities? How many people call urban areas home? Get the answers from the #UNPopulation update on urbanization. 🗓️18 November 2025 ⏰12:45 pm EST 📺 https://t.co/qDYNaEqRwD
#WorldUrbanizationReport
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8️⃣ | #ClimateCounts Numbers you need to know for #COP30. 8 out of 10 people want their governments to do more about climate change. Our Goodwill Ambassador @nikolajcw explains why this is so important ⬇️ 🟰 Explore more here: https://t.co/9L3RTJwRIM
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Join @UNDESA for an #SDGPavilion chat today at #COP30 on "The Public Value of Climate Action." We'll talk with Izabella Teixeira & Asa Persson, two climate experts & members of the UN High-level Advisory Board on Economic and Social Affairs! 📍 SDG Pavilion, D138 ⏲️ 13:15-13:45
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🌎Ready to be inspired? Catch up on the latest links between the world's work on climate change and the #SDGs in our sessions at the #SDGPavilion at #COP30. 📺 https://t.co/mmgHfGMLci ℹ️ https://t.co/91A1yt9IeC
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Remittances have become one of the largest forms of external financing for developing countries. Inflows in 2023–2024 exceeded the combined value of net foreign direct investment inflows and official development assistance. Read more: https://t.co/n7pKSHWSZD
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When Mark calls us to dance, there's only one answer - and it's a unanimous vote 🫡 We brought the dance studio to UN Headquarters because creativity through movement has the power to connect us all 🤝 🪩Move with us through #MarktheMoveChallenge! #SocialSummit2025 @NCTsmtown
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In a landmark declaration, countries at #COP30 have united to uphold science-based information as the foundation of #ClimateAction. This agreement signals a strong commitment to counter rising climate disinformation & accelerate science-driven solutions. https://t.co/Fr27ZjuvTB
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On 5-7 November, the global data community gathered to monitor progress on the #SDGs & learn from national experiences. Participants discussed innovation, data disaggregation & strengthening collaboration to accelerate progress on the #GlobalGoals. https://t.co/3hEcDnjg4b
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🚗 Transport drives development – and emissions. The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport (2026–2035) will help countries advance clean, resilient mobility that supports the #SDGs & #ClimateAction. Learn more @ #SDGPavilion @ #COP30, today at 10:15. 🔗 https://t.co/6vUQSVuCUf
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In Belém, the gateway to the Amazon, the #SDGPavilion will spark dialogue and hope for #ClimateAction. Check out more than 100 dynamic conversations happening LIVE at #COP30! More: https://t.co/9Movv2MRhO Tune in: https://t.co/hCdVP9ht3B
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Thursday at the #SDGPavilion at #COP30 in Belém: “UN Decade of Sustainable Transport 2026–2035 & Climate Action.” Join us at 10:15 in the SDG Pavilion for a dialogue on low-carbon, resilient, and inclusive transport systems. 🔗 https://t.co/DWnGG6UbF0
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