![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/img/sustainable_development/UN-Technology_woman-computuer-square.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.3K0FIx8ccF.jpg)
A new way
of working
Against the odds, Somalia is emerging as
a model for how to deal with crisis.
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/img/sustainable_development/UN-Technology_woman-computuer-square.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.3K0FIx8ccF.jpg)
This Strategic Plan sets out a vision for the evolution of UNDP over the next four years
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/img/crisis%20prevention/xUNHCR_SY_CPR_A_McConnellFeb2014.PNG.pagespeed.ic.XerPl_QTpX.jpg)
UNDP Chief warns of pressures on Lebanon’s development due to the impact of the Syria crisis
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/img/capacitydevelopment/UNDP-NewYork-Youth-forum-arab-2018.JPG/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.QF3Pxz45KG.jpg)
Young innovators from across the Arab world put their creativity to the service of their communities
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/global-photo-library/selected-photo-collection/HABITAT%20III/UNDP%20India%202010%20A%20136.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.Z5w4gG8edy.jpg)
Fifteen of the world’s largest cities are located in threatened coastal areas.
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/iraq/img/Stabilization/UNDP%20IQ-%20Cash%20for%20work%20in%20Mosul.02-20180115.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.aI2I3sv1L5.jpg)
An additional US$ 58.96 million will finance fast-track initiatives in areas liberated from the Islamic State
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/malaysia/img/General/globe%20UNDP.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.2X4BAsMGUJ.jpg)
We've made significant progress. In 2018, it’s time for more and stronger action.
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/rbec/img/demgov/undp-rbec-tj-Tajik_Afghan_border.JPG/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.A3LAgkvW73.jpg)
Programme officer Gulbahor Nematova explains why borders are critical for development.
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/global-photo-library/selected-photo-collection/SDG-STORIES-COVER-PHOTOS/Goal%205/UNDP-AF-volleyball-goal5-women-empowerment-equality-scoring-points-for-women-volleyball-teams-compete-in-kabul-womens-championship_31928992195_o-%203.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.S3y5Y5jmsu.jpg)
![](/web/20180217235251im_/http://www.undp.org/content/dam/undp/img/povertyreduction/India-trains-wide.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/xcq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg.pagespeed.ic.QWf0MUzwlQ.jpg)
more stories
Connect with UNDP
Enter your email address to get inspiring stories straight to your inbox.