Online Volunteers widen health and climate awareness in Karbala

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Some 200 Online Volunteers supported an awareness campaign highlighting the impact of climate change on health, water, and food safety, managing chronic illnesses, and infection prevention during Arba’in pilgrimage in Karbala, one of the world's largest religious gatherings.

The campaign marked International Youth Day and was made possible through a partnership with the Iraqi Ministry of Health and the United Nations entities, including the United Nations Development Programme, the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Volunteers, the World Food Programme and the World Health Organization.

Iceland deploys its first fully funded UN Volunteer in India

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Volunteer Coaching Initiative promotes learning and collaboration across the United Nations

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Volunteer Coaching is a mutually beneficial virtual initiative for both UN Volunteers and certified coaches.

For UN Volunteers, it offers personalized guidance and support for both personal and professional development. By participating, volunteers can gain valuable insights, enhance their skills for performance, and build confidence in their roles.

For coaches, it offers practical coaching experience for higher certifications and connects them to a wide range of UN professionals.

UN Volunteers effecting positive change as Africa Women Health Champions

Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa
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In 2020, World Health Organization African Regional Office (WHO AFRO) and United Nations Volunteers (UNV) launched the Africa Women Health Champions initiative. Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa underpins the aim of this initiative where more than 145 young African women from 38 nationalities served as UN Volunteer health champions — these are her reflections.

The Africa Women Health Champions initiative is surely an investment in the African woman and through her, in the health of African people.

So why did I start this initiative?

I have been convinced for years that WHO, like many other organisations, needs far more women in leadership positions.

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