Maria Kjersem (@maria_kjersem) 's Twitter Profile
Maria Kjersem

@maria_kjersem

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calendar_today30-06-2017 18:15:16

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UNAMA News (@unamanews) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today at #SOMAfghanistan in Brussels, DSRSG/RC/HC Ratwatte highlighted: 1. Centrality of Protection, 2. Predictable, flexible, longer-term funding, 3. Gender-responsive programming, and 4. Continued dialogue and engagement, as critical to strengthen resilience in #Afghanistan

Today at #SOMAfghanistan in Brussels, DSRSG/RC/HC Ratwatte highlighted: 1. Centrality of Protection, 2.  Predictable, flexible, longer-term funding, 3. Gender-responsive programming, and 4. Continued dialogue and engagement, as critical to strengthen resilience in #Afghanistan
UN Office on Drugs & Crime (@unodc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"I begged him to quit using drugs." Waheeda's plea resonates with thousands affected by drug use disorders in Afghanistan. Learn how UNODC is helping women like Waheeda receive critical support: unodc.org/unodc/frontpag…

"I begged him to quit using drugs." Waheeda's plea resonates with thousands affected by drug use disorders in Afghanistan.

Learn how UNODC is helping women like Waheeda receive critical support: unodc.org/unodc/frontpag…
Habiburrahman Abed (@abed_ghori) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It is always inspiring to witness the commitment of UN Volunteers in UN Afghanistan to continuous learning and career development! The Workshop empowered UN Volunteers with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to take charge of their professional journeys. Effective career

UN Afghanistan (@unafghanistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Senior Officials Meeting on Afghanistan is an important opportunity for a comprehensive dialogue on our humanitarian, basic human needs and political engagement. Despite competing global poly crises, solidarity with Afghans remains critical.

Senior Officials Meeting on Afghanistan is an important opportunity for a comprehensive dialogue on our humanitarian, basic human needs and political engagement. Despite competing global poly crises, solidarity with Afghans remains critical.
Indrika Ratwatte (@indrikaratwatte) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Alarming gap: Afghan returnees surge as funding falls dangerously short. Without urgent investment, hard-won progress will collapse—risking regional instability. We call for immediate action. #UNinAfghanistan More details here: tinyurl.com/t8x4ax5c

UNFPA Afghanistan (@unfpaafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

.UNFPA Afghanistan Rep @Kwabena_ANmet with Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Humanitarian Advisor Alastair James Burnett (right) & 2nd Secretary Muthomi Gichaara (left) in #Kabul to discuss strengthening UK Govt and UNFPA support for the health & well-being of women & girls impacted by crises in Afghanistan

.<a href="/UNFPAAfg/">UNFPA Afghanistan</a> Rep @Kwabena_ANmet with <a href="/FCDOGovUK/">Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office</a> Humanitarian Advisor Alastair James Burnett (right) &amp; 2nd Secretary Muthomi Gichaara (left) in #Kabul to discuss strengthening UK Govt and <a href="/UNFPA/">UNFPA</a> support for the health &amp; well-being of women &amp; girls impacted by crises in Afghanistan
UNFPA Afghanistan (@unfpaafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

From Jan-June this year alone, UNFPA has reached over 1 million women and girls with maternal, child and adolescent health and psychosocial support services across the 34 provinces in #Afghanistan. Thank you Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office!

Indrika Ratwatte (@indrikaratwatte) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Honored to join Afghanistan’s UN Volunteers at today’s #UNV Townhall - an inspiring group of dedicated, skilled, and passionate young professionals. Your resilience and drive to lead change are at the heart of our work in humanitarian aid and basic human needs. #UNVAfghanistan

Honored to join Afghanistan’s UN Volunteers at today’s #UNV Townhall - an inspiring group of dedicated, skilled, and passionate young professionals. Your resilience and drive to lead change are at the heart of our work in humanitarian aid and basic human needs. #UNVAfghanistan
WHO Afghanistan (@whoafghanistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Afghanistan Returnees Response Health Situation Report No. 09 (covering 01 – 15 August 2025) is now published. Check out the report here: 👇bit.ly/4fT4kwv

The Afghanistan Returnees Response Health Situation Report No. 09 (covering 01 – 15 August 2025) is now published. Check out the report here: 👇bit.ly/4fT4kwv
UN Afghanistan (@unafghanistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The UN in Afghanistan is deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck the eastern region & claimed hundreds of lives, injuring many more. Our teams are on the ground, delivering emergency assistance & lifesaving support. Our thoughts are with the affected communities

The UN in Afghanistan is deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck the eastern region &amp; claimed hundreds of lives, injuring many more. Our teams are on the ground, delivering emergency assistance &amp; lifesaving support. Our thoughts are with the affected communities
UNFPA Afghanistan (@unfpaafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

.UNFPA has deployed mobile health teams & ambulances w/ midwives, doctors & psychosocial counsellors to areas hardest hit by the #earthquake in #Kunar province. Emergency supplies such as health kits, dignity kits, blankets & tarpaulin sheets have also been dispatched 📷AADA

.<a href="/UNFPA/">UNFPA</a> has deployed mobile health teams &amp; ambulances w/ midwives, doctors &amp; psychosocial counsellors to areas hardest hit by the #earthquake in #Kunar province. Emergency supplies such as health kits, dignity kits, blankets &amp; tarpaulin sheets have also been dispatched

📷AADA
OCHA Afghanistan (@ochaafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Last night, a devasting #earthquake killed at least 800 and injured many more in very remote, mountainous areas of eastern Afghanistan. Read here how @OCHA is coordinating urgent relief with United Nations and NGO partners on the ground ⤵️

UNICEF (@unicef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The earthquake in Afghanistan has taken away homes, safety and loved ones, pushing children into even greater need of care and protection. UNICEF and partners are on the ground, but urgent help is needed today. Donate now to support children in this crisis:

K Asante-Ntiamoah (@kwabena_an) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Reaching the communities with quality midwives & psychosocial counsellors is UNFPA's priority. We salute our national Implementing Partners oftentimes not given the visibility. At this critical moment, join our efforts as demonstrated by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office & others.

OCHA Afghanistan (@ochaafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Following the devastating #AfghanistanEarthquake, United Nations and humanit. partners are striving to meet the most urgent needs of affected families & provide life-saving assistance ahead of winter. Read Situation Update #7 from @OCHA and its partners here ⤵️

WHO Afghanistan (@whoafghanistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

.WHO Afghanistan has issued its 13th Situation Report on the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on 31 August 2025. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the health impact, response efforts, and urgent needs in the affected areas. Access the full

.<a href="/WHOAfghanistan/">WHO Afghanistan</a> has issued its 13th Situation Report on the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on 31 August 2025. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the health impact, response efforts, and urgent needs in the affected areas.
Access the full
WHO Afghanistan (@whoafghanistan) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"In Afghanistan, the combined impact of displacements, returnees, climate change, disease outbreaks and economic hardships weaken the existing fragile health systems and services. Building climate resilient and well-prepared health systems and services is vital to ensure health

"In Afghanistan, the combined impact of displacements, returnees,  climate change, disease outbreaks and economic hardships weaken the existing fragile health systems and services. Building climate resilient and well-prepared health systems and services is vital to ensure health
UNICEF Afghanistan (@unicefafg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Hamdullah and Kulsom are husband and wife, and they work together as Hygiene Promoters. Right now, they are working in the camps in eastern #Afghanistan where people displaced by the earthquake are living. Watch till the end to see what motivates them to keep going.

Zlatan Milišić (@zmilisic) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We urgently need US$90M to sustain refugee operations for the next 6 months. As food runs out, families are pushed into survival mechanisms. If we don’t receive new funding immediately, we may be forced to suspend food assistance to refugees. wfp.org/news/refugee-r…