Patrick Nicholson
@nicholsonp
Amplifying UNDP’s work in crisis response and recovery. Tackling the world’s toughest challenges with innovative, lasting solutions.
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http://www.undp.org 19-02-2009 12:23:17
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In 2023, a record 237.23 km² of landmines were cleared globally, up by 26% ⬆️ from 2022 as per Mine Action Review. Cambodia, w/ UN Development’s 30-year support, led the way. As #MineAction Directors meet for #NDMUN28 in Geneva, upscaling such efforts can transform the lives of millions.
At the National Mine Action Directors & UN Advisers Meeting #NDMUN28, voices from UNDP Lao PDR, UNDP Cambodia, UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦 & UNDP Crisis Action highlight why donor support is vital. Mine action is the first step to recovery—enabling displaced families to return & rebuild. #MineAction
Mine action is crucial, paving the way for safe recovery and development. 🎥At the National #MineAction Directors & United Nations Advisers Meeting #NDMUN28 in Geneva, voices from UNDP Lao PDR, UNDP Cambodia, UNDP Ukraine 🇺🇦, and UNDP Crisis Action highlight how donor support fuels these efforts.
"We need a stable Lebanon for stable Middle East. The mine action sector is important as a precursor to facilitate everybody else's work. And everybody else's work will lead to a stable #Lebanon." - Stephen Robinson, UN Development
With our donors, UN Development is helping communities in #Sudan build resilience and restore hope amid one of the world’s toughest crises. #PartnersAtCore 🙏 GermanForeignOffice, Swiss MFA, MOFA of Japan, Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱, Norway MFA, Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy CAN, Denmark MFA 🇩🇰, MOFA, Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar.
Internal displacement is ⤴️, so is our commitment. UN Development stands w/ United Nations Solutions Champions in support of 7️⃣6️⃣million people displaced by conflict, disasters & climate shocks. 🤝We work w/ countries & partners to recover, rebuild & find lasting solutions: go.undp.org/3F9
50 years since the war ended in Viet Nam, unexploded bombs still threaten lives. Watch ABC Australia News feature with UNDP in Viet Nam Sabina Stain on how UN Development is working with partners to clear land & help communities rebuild safer, more resilient futures. youtube.com/watch?v=t5oPP2…
🔴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
.UN Development’s @LucaRenda calls for urgent support to clear mines and restore power, water and healthcare as millions expected to return to Khartoum. Full story by AFP News Agency ➡️ cutt.ly/VrA6dKuY.
On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we remember United Nations & UN Development colleagues and all humanitarian workers who gave their lives helping others. Their courage will never be forgotten. They must never be targets, nor should the people they serve. #ActForHumanity 🔗go.undp.org/wMV
My heartfelt congratulations - Alexander De Croo 🇧🇪🇪🇺 - as you begin your tenure today as UN Development Administrator. I wish you all the best as you navigate these times of change and join the United Nations and an amazing team and organisation at the core of the sustainable development promise!
On #IDPD, we honour the strength of people living with disabilities — including survivors of landmines & UXO. Explosive ordnance shatter livelihoods & futures. Clearance saves lives & helps communities rebuild. Watch how UNDP Lao PDR is making a profound difference 👇
🆕 global innovation challenge launched. Underwater explosives left by conflict contaminate rivers, lakes & coastlines. UN Development is calling on engineers, researchers & problem-solvers to help us find faster, safer & more affordable ways to detect them. go.undp.org/iLp