UNDP Around the world

One ocean

Three local stories, one global effort to restore and protect our seas

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Chocolate is my business
In Guatemala, a recipe for strengthening livelihoods and ecosystems in the face of climate changeRead more
Helping the helpers
In eastern Congo, an incubator for local development in communities welcoming refugeesRead more
Eat well, do good for the planet
Fighting climate change, one meal at a timeRead more
7 lessons on displacement
What we learned in the Western Balkans about addressing urgent humanitarian issues and long-term impactRead more
Land degradation and migration
Will restoring degraded lands keep people at home?Read more
How can we 'fix' disaster recovery?
Deficient recovery imperils sustainable development and leaves millions of the most vulnerable behind.Read more
UNDP welcomes new Administrator
Achim Steiner takes helm of UN's lead development agencyRead more
Why rule of law matters for peace
The rule of law is at the heart of the relationship between government and citizens.Read more
Cody Simpson, Ocean Advocate
Acclaimed musician joins UNDP campaign for ocean health.Read more

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Our mission


On the ground in about 170 countries and territories, UNDP works to eradicate poverty while protecting the planet. We help countries develop strong policies, skills, partnerships and institutions so they can sustain their progress.

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Our impact

1.35

million jobs created in 2015, about 42 percent for women

68

million new voters registered in 37 countries

1,035

disaster risk reduction plans put in place in 51 countries


 

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It's the little things citizens do. That's what will make the difference. My little thing is planting trees.Wangari Maathai
Environmental activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner