An opportunity to learn | STORY
Working with El Salvador's Ministry of Education, the programme uses teaching methodology and materials from the country's National Literacy Programme.
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A chance for change | STORY
By providing jobs and training, the social infrastructure programme helps to not only improve the infrastructure of homes in low-income neighbourhoods, but enables a cultural shift that deters the likelihood of engaging in illegal activities. “By accessing genuine, quality work, we see how they change and how they picture a different future and can redirect their life,” says Mónica Rivera. “And importantly, this demonstrates how work really contributes to lowering crime rates.” Importantly, the programme views the investment in infrastructure as a way to achieve social inclusion, providing valuable tools to help bring together the community.
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Making Small Island Developing States more climate resilient | INSIGHT
That's why it's important to invest in risk reduction measures for the ports: to help ensure the country's resilience in the face of disasters.
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Sustaining peace in Colombia | STORY
Sustaining peace in Colombia This article was published more than two years ago. Some information may no longer be accurate. Over fifty years of armed conflict in Colombia cost hundreds of thousands of people their lives and left millions displaced.
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Better ambulance services in Ecuador | VIDEO
Close Better ambulance services in Ecuador UNOPS Project of the Year Awards recognize outstanding achievements in project delivery across all regions.
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How drones are supporting healthcare in Maldives | VIDEO
Close How drones are supporting healthcare in Maldives In the Maldives, UNOPS partnered with the Islamic Development Bank to deliver state-of-the-art medical drones. Watch to learn how they are helping the country enhance its healthcare services.
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How UNOPS is using virtual reality to create safer work environments | VIDEO
Close How UNOPS is using virtual reality to create safer work environments UNOPS is using virtual reality as part of health, safety, social and environment training for personnel and partners in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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International Mine Awareness Day: Hear from UNOPS Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva | VIDEO
Close International Mine Awareness Day: Hear from UNOPS Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva On the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, UNOPS reaffirms our commitment to creating safe futures.
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Strengthening healthcare in the West Bank | VIDEO
Close Strengthening healthcare in the West Bank UNOPS worked with the government of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency to help improve medical testing and cold storage facilities in the West Bank. Watch to learn more.
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UNOPS marks 30 years of impact at UN Headquarters event | NEWS
Since its establishment as an independent UN organization in 1995, UNOPS has worked to respond to critical humanitarian and development needs.
