Monthly Archives: May 2016

Côte d’Ivoire: UN envoy welcomes progress made in addressing sexual violence crimes
Concluding a three-day visit to Côte d’Ivoire, the United Nations Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict has welcomed progress made thus far by the Government, and in particular by the national armed forces, in addressing sexual violence crimes in the country.
Côte d’Ivoire: UN envoy welcomes progress made in addressing sexual violence crimes
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

UN children's agency 'alarmed' at refugee and migrant deaths in the Mediterranean
The United Nations Children&#39s Fund (UNICEF) has expressed alarm at the number of migrant and refugee deaths in the past week in the Central Mediterranean, many of whom were believed to be unaccompanied minors.
UN children's agency 'alarmed' at refugee and migrant deaths in the Mediterranean
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

Ahead of end of UN forum, participation of indigenous people in development targets urged
As the 2016 United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues prepares to close tomorrow, three participants in the session today underscored the importance of solidifying the participation of indigenous people in UN mechanisms to ensure that they are not left behind in the achievement of sustainable development targets.
Ahead of end of UN forum, participation of indigenous people in development targets urged
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

Four schools or hospitals in crisis zones attacked or occupied every day – UNICEF
An average of four schools or hospitals are attacked or occupied by armed forces and groups every day, according to analysis released today by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) ahead of the World Humanitarian Summit.
Four schools or hospitals in crisis zones attacked or occupied every day – UNICEF
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

Colombia: agreement to reintegrate children from FARC welcomed by UN envoy
A United Nations child rights envoy joined the Government of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) in Havana, Cuba, yesterday to witness the signing of an agreement to separate and reintegrate children associated with the guerrilla force.
Colombia: agreement to reintegrate children from FARC welcomed by UN envoy
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

New guidelines on improving care for female genital mutilation issued by UN health agency
The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) today released new guidelines aimed at helping health workers provide better care to the more than 200 million girls and women worldwide living with female genital mutilation.
New guidelines on improving care for female genital mutilation issued by UN health agency
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

UNICEF and EU launch #EmergencyLessons campaign on education in crisis zones
The United Nations Children&#39s Fund (UNICEF) and the European Union (EU) today announced the launch of a new social-media driven public awareness campaign aimed at reaching 20 million Europeans and highlighting the importance of education for children affected by emergencies.
UNICEF and EU launch #EmergencyLessons campaign on education in crisis zones
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

One hundred babies born every day in areas worst hit by Ecuador quake – UNICEF
The United Nations Children&#39s Fund (UNICEF) today reported that on average, up to 100 babies are born every day in Esmeraldas and Manabí, the provinces worst hit by the Ecuador earthquake.
One hundred babies born every day in areas worst hit by Ecuador quake – UNICEF
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population

Marking 'Day of Families,' Ban urges support during 'heavy toll' of crisis situations
The rise of violent extremism, the effects of forced displacement, extreme weather events and other challenges are taking a heavy toll on the health and integrity of families in crisis situations, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today, marking the International Day of Families with a call for Governments to support the crucial role of families in all their diverse forms.
Marking 'Day of Families,' Ban urges support during 'heavy toll' of crisis situations
Source: UN News – Women, Children, and Population