Oisika Chakrabarti
@chakabak
Communications professional @UNDP, former @UN_Women, former @UN; former @NDTV, storyteller; mother; photographer. Tweets are my own.
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30-07-2009 15:20:34
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UNDP welcomes the ceasefire in Gaza as an important step toward ending the tragic cycle of violence and alleviating the humanitarian crisis. See Achim Steiner's statement: go.undp.org/JRc
Deeply concerned about the escalating crisis in Eastern #DRC. Violence is disrupting livelihoods, schools & health services, putting hard-won dev gains at risk. UN Development remains committed to supporting communities & fostering resilience. ➡ My statement: undp.org/speeches/undp-…
Violent conflicts are at their highest since the United Nations was founded. Here are some ways we work with countries and communities to help people meet their basic needs, protect development gains and rebuild more quickly once peace is achieved. go.undp.org/35c
We stand ready with the United Nations to support those impacted by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and are assessing how to help deal with the extensive damage to ensure a swift recovery for those most affected. More from our Kanni Wignaraja via BBC News (World): bit.ly/4cgacOO
Over 130 Member States joined the United Nations #PKMinisterial in Berlin to reaffirm support for peace operations & the people they serve. New pledges marked a key step in adapting Missions to today’s challenges, ensuring peacekeepers can continue protecting civilians & building peace.
Since 1948, more than two million uniformed and civilian personnel with UN Peacekeeping have helped countries navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace. Learn about their efforts ahead of Thursday's International Day of UN Peacekeepers: un.org/peace-and-secu… #PKDay
.UN Peacekeeping is a cost-effective investment in peace. Every day, UN peacekeepers work to: 🇺🇳 Protect civilians 🇺🇳 Support peace efforts 🇺🇳 Uphold human rights — and much more Scroll through to discover their vital work on Thursday’s Int'l Day of UN Peacekeepers. #PKDay
Famine has been confirmed in Gaza by the world’s leading experts on food insecurity. António Guterres reiterates his call for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages & full humanitarian access. un.org/sg/en/content/…
For eight decades, the United Nations has stood as the world’s defence for peace, engaging countries & communities 🌐 As the UN turns 80, we honor the extraordinary courage of those on the frontlines of peace, a commitment recognized by the prestigious The Nobel Prize. buff.ly/LvJ8NF3
"Let us commit to working side-by-side with persons with disabilities in all their diversity, as equal partners. Together, we can build more accessible, resilient societies where all of us thrive." - António Guterres #EveryoneIncluded
"We will not give up." António Guterres pledges the UN will remain unwavering in its essential work with and for people around the world to build a better future. “Even in the rough seas of today, we can anchor our action in peace, dignity, and hope.” un.org/sg/en/content/…