Rights up Front

Whether it's development, humanitarian response or peace and security, human rights is at the core of all UN action.

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1 year, 6 Signature Solutions, 17 Global Goals

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

3M

jobs created (41% for women) in
101 countries

170M

new voters registered in 52 countries

1,388

disaster risk reduction plans put in place in 62 countries

(2014-2017)

Women, like men, should try to do the impossible. And when they fail, their failure should be a challenge to others.Amelia Earhart
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