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UNITED NATIONS LAUNCHES GLOBAL INITIATIVE TO COMBAT MISINFORMATION
New York, 21 May 2020 Today the United Nations is launching “Verified”, an initiative to combat the growing scourge of COVID-19 misinformation by increasing the volume and reach of trusted, accurate information. “We cannot…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S STATEMENT ON THE LAUNCH OF THE UNITED NATIONS POLICY BRIEF ON THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 IN AFRICA
New York, 20 May 2020 As COVID-19 spreads across the continent, Africa has responded swiftly to the pandemic, and as of now reported cases are lower than feared. Even so, much hangs in the balance. In recent years Africans…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S REMARKS TO THE WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY
New York, 18 May 2020 Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, dear colleagues and friends, Thank you for this opportunity to address you on the greatest challenge of our age. The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated our global…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S MESSAGE ON WORLD TELECOMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION SOCIETY DAY
New York, 17 May, 2020 Information technology can be a beacon of hope, allowing billions of people around the world to connect. During the COVID-19 pandemic, these connections – with loved ones, with schools and colleges…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S MESSAGE ON THE INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, BIPHOBIA AND TRANSPHOBIA (IDAHOT)
New York, 17 May 2020 The world marks International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) at a time of great challenge. Among the many severe impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic is the increased vulnerability…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S MESSAGE TO LAUNCH POLICY BRIEF: COVID-19 AND THE NEED FOR ACTION ON MENTAL HEALTH
New York, 13 May 2020 Mental health is at the core of our humanity. It enables us to lead rich and fulfilling lives and to participate in our communities But the COVID-19 virus is not only attacking our physical health; it is…
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SECRETARY-GENERAL'S REMARKS AT HIGH-LEVEL VIDEO CONFERENCE ENTITLED, "THE ROLE OF RELIGIOUS LEADERS IN ADDRESSING THE MULTIPLE CHALLENGES OF COVID-19"
New York, 12 May 2020 Let me begin by thanking Ambassador Omar Hilale of the Kingdom of Morocco for this very timely initiative. It is heartening to see so many religious leaders joining forces today in a spirit of solidarity…
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THE SECRETARY-GENERAL'S GLOBAL APPEAL TO ADDRESS AND COUNTER COVID-19-RELATED HATE SPEECH
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL'S GLOBAL APPEAL TO ADDRESS AND COUNTER COVID-19-RELATED HATE SPEECH COVID-19 does not care who we are, where we live, what we believe or about any other distinction. We need every ounce of solidarity to…
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THE SECRETARY-GENERAL’S MESSAGE ON MARKING THE TIME OF REMEMBRANCE AND RECONCILIATION FOR THOSE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR
New York, 8-9 May 2020 At this time of remembrance and reconciliation, we pay tribute to the millions of people who lost their lives in the Second World War and remember their sacrifices. We must never forget the Holocaust…
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THE SECRETARY-GENERAL'S MESSAGE ON THE DAY OF VESAK
New York, 7 May 2020 I send warm wishes to all celebrating the Day of Vesak, a sacred occasion to millions of Buddhists around the world. As we honour the birth, enlightenment and passing of Lord Buddha, we can all be…
