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On the occasion of the #WorldWildlifeDay, join us for the @CineONU screening and discussion on "Fin", a documentary on the killing and illegal trade of millions of sharks. Thursday, 3 March, 6 pm CET Register https://is.gd/xx0ffd  @GENetwork @CagiGeneva @LeoDiCapriopic.twitter.com/uutBEZkSzx

"Formula milk marketing remains unacceptably pervasive, misleading and aggressive,” says @DrTedros “Regulations on exploitative marketing must be urgently adopted and enforced to protect children’s health.” https://is.gd/3XZY3E  #EndExploitativeMarketingpic.twitter.com/r7heL15yvF

.@antonioguterres calls for the peaceful settlement of the conflict in eastern #Ukraine, in accordance with the #MinskAgreements, as endorsed by the Security Council in resolution 2202 (2015).pic.twitter.com/5RQ1IYu3V9

Starting next Monday at @UNGeneva: Ministers & dignitaries representing more than 130 Member States will address the High-Level Segment of the Human Rights Council. Watch live: http://webtv.un.org  https://bit.ly/3Hi8bAd  Follow #HRC49 & @UN_HRC for newspic.twitter.com/fVEgpCcftA

If nothing is done, 150 million girls will be married before they turn 18 by 2030 worldwide. The latest #ONUInfoGeneve podcast highlights the risk of increased early marriage - especially in Africa - and the work of @UNFPA. https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-rr5y9-11adb4e … #EndChildMarriagepic.twitter.com/fR89swbwlf

Whoever you are, wherever you are, and whatever you do, you have the power to change things. The climate emergency is humanity’s greatest opportunity to #FlipTheScript and act #ForPeopleForPlanet: http://act4sdgs.org/flip-the-script  via @SDGActionpic.twitter.com/kp4SRr8RU9

Meat production is the largest driver of deforestation. It’s time to start shifting towards more plant-based diets . Choose sustainable foods whenever possible - they taste good too! #ActNow for a more sustainable planet! http://un.org/actnow pic.twitter.com/8XaVD9Dix7

We want a world with respect & empathy for those with #disabilities. This virtual exhibition invites you to look, listen & immerse yourself in the lives of 9 individuals around the who strive for this better future http://www.un.org/en/exhibits/exhibit/we-decide … #CommitToChange #UNexhibitspic.twitter.com/uQiSiqzbsL

The Human Rights Council's 49th session starts next week! During the four-week session, the Council will examine over 50 reports on a wide range of issues presented by human rights @UN_SPExperts & @RapporteurUn. https://bit.ly/3Hi8bAd  Follow #HRC49 & @UN_HRC for newspic.twitter.com/DhBhvsRGm8

51% of parents & pregnant women surveyed for a new @who/@unicef report say they have been targeted with marketing from formula milk companies, much of which is in breach of international standards on infant feeding practices. https://is.gd/3XZY3E  #EndExploitativeMarketingpic.twitter.com/xrN902MZZO

"Let me be clear: the decision of the Russian Federation to recognize the so-called “independence” of certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk regions is a violation of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of #Ukraine," -- @antonioguterres #UkraineRussiaCrisispic.twitter.com/lyXx1eM8Gx

We are 7.9 billion on the today. By the end of the century, we could be 11 billion. How can the #worldpopulation grow without harming the environment? A new UN DESA report will explore solutions for a sustainable future. #UNDESAVoice has more http://bit.ly/3IUgPWV pic.twitter.com/YvFvQzaCh2

We have #OnlyOneEarth , and time is running out. Everyone’s action counts. https://bit.ly/s50-info  #Stockholm50 #GlobalGoalspic.twitter.com/9OIJGxgbHM

President of the Human Rights Council @un_hrc, speaks to our French-language podcast. Ahead of #HRC49, @FVillegasARG discusses his mandate, consequences of the Ukraine crisis, repercussions of the pandemic on human rights... Listen here: http://onuinfogeneve.podbean.com/ pic.twitter.com/wJcedGDg56

TODAY: How long will the current era of population growth continue? Don’t miss the chance to find out! Join @UNDESA's #FutureOfTheWorld event at 2:30 pm CET today and hear the latest on the #PeopleOfTomorrow from our new report! Register NOW: http://bit.ly/dialogue23feb pic.twitter.com/1wMJgOA9lS

#Ukraine "I call for an immediate ceasefire and the re-establishment of the rule of law. We need restraint and reason. We need de-escalation now. I urge all to refrain from actions and statements that would take this dangerous situation over the brink," -- @antonioguterrespic.twitter.com/KSXC5M4ZDT