This is a great piece by the amazing Cassie Flynn Tom Beloe Babatunde and George Gray. undp.org/blog/unlocking…

🇰🇷 Republic of Korea Mission to the UN🇰🇷🇺🇳’s steadfast commitment to multilateralism inspires hope. Together, our partnership drives real change, esp. tackling crises, to create a more resilient future. 🌍 Thank you MOFA #PartnersAtCore Achim Steiner

Extraordinary challenges call for extraordinary solutions. The UN 2.0 Week (June 9-13) will spotlight how United Nations is transforming for real-world impact. Don’t miss UN Development’s #AI-powered Talent Marketplace, optimizing workforce and roster management, and RAPIDA, delivering #digital

🔴The 2yr long war in Sudan has upended lives and brought complete destruction. This CNN report shows it all. ⬇️ We don’t give up. UN Development and partners continue to support people’s efforts for recovery. edition.cnn.com/interactive/20… UNDP Sudan Luca Renda UNDP Arab States

Great 1st day in Geneva🇨🇭, where I met Amb. Atsuyuki Oike of JAPAN Mission GENEVA. Grateful for 🇯🇵 Japan’s strong support for UN Development #EarlyRecovery efforts and its leadership in promoting #HDPNexus, especially in climate induced crisis.

Join us at UN 2.0 Week (9-13 June) & see how UN Development is transforming the way we work and respond to crises using AI Two game-changing solutions on display: 🔹 RAPIDA – crisis assessments in 72h 🔹 Talent Marketplace – smart workforce tools 🚀Save the date: lnkd.in/eUcfCAES

As UN Development, UNFPA and UNOPS Executive Board opens its 2025 annual session, one principle leads the way: Transparency isn’t optional—it’s foundational. UNDP continues to strengthen oversight to build trust, drive impact, and deliver results. #AccountabilityInAction #UNDP

“Crisis resilience is an area where UNDP holds a comparative advantage in advancing HDP Nexus." — Republic of Korea Mission to the UN🇰🇷🇺🇳 Amb. Cho at the UN Development Executive Board. Thank you, 🇰🇷 Korea, for championing impact that reaches millions and builds resilience.

From the 1st session of #UNDPEB to this last one as Administrator, it has been a pleasure to see the unequivocal support of our Board Members. Thank you for seeing us through our evolution from COVID-19 to #FutureSmartUNDP to the RCO de-linking, pushing us to maximise impact.

Thank you to Achim Steiner for your leadership and friendship. It's been a privilege to work alongside you in UN Development for the last 8 years of your time as Administrator. I wish you all the best in your next endeavour.

My 1st day as Acting Administrator UN Development. Together with the Executive Group, we are focused on delivering on the current Strategic Plan, securing #UNDPEB approval of the new one & strategically, effectively managing budget plans & reductions w/ colleagues and partners for #SDGs.

✍️ On #WorldRefugeeDay, I reflect on a truth that we cannot ignore: climate change is now a major driver of displacement, instability & loss. Yet with right investments that promote inclusive & community-led climate action, we can change the narrative 👉 go.undp.org/Ub6

73% of refugees are hosted by low- and middle-income countries. 23% by the world’s Least Developed Countries. This #WorldRefugeeDay, we honour their shared resilience and continue to invest in their future.

Women’s economic empowerment is key to peace. With economic security as the least reported pillar in the 2024 #WPSHACompact Accountability Report, the Compact, UN Development & UN Women co-hosted a session to spotlight this urgent link. 📄Press release: bit.ly/4jLsrxm #WPSat25

Honoured to join the inauguration of the Resilient Business Hub at the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Kyiv supported by Japan. This hub will empower🇺🇦’s MSMEs (up to 70% of GDP) to foster inclusive economic recovery. 🔗go.undp.org/Ubt

Climate adaptation and mitigation projects are vital in emerging markets. UN Development is partnering w MUFG EMEA & UNCDF to increase access to concessional and blended finance to support #LDCs & #SIDS deliver bold climate commitments. Learn more: bit.ly/4kOQBZg

Climate change is increasing forced displacement, but those hit hardest are often helped the least. On #WorldRefugeeDay, read Shoko Noda’s new piece on aligning climate finance with need. 🔗go.undp.org/UEc

Great visit to Mykolaiv Higher Vocational School No. 21! Thanks to Director Serhii Arhypov & Liudmyla Komisarova of Mykolaiv Oblast Military Admin for showing how UN Development-supported training equips IDPs & Ukrainians with vital skills to rebuild lives & communities.

At the @WPHFund 2024 Annual Report Launch, UN Development reaffirmed its commitment to women leading crisis response, recovery & peacebuilding: 🌍 137M+ women reached with essential services ⚖️ Justice reforms in 40+ countries 🕊️ Peacebuilding in 25 countries More: bit.ly/4k926cN

I joined Turhan Saleh UNDP Crisis Action Bureau Dep. Director to visit Tehuledere Woreda, Amhara Region, where UNDP Ethiopia is assisting local authorities, partners n community rebuild livelihoods. 🤝🙏🇩🇪 🇯🇵 🇳🇱 #FundingWindows 🇩🇰 🇱🇺 🇰🇷