On this International Day to #ProtectEducationFromAttack, UNESCO underlines its deep concern about the 44% increase in attacks on educational facilities in 2024. Read the full press release: unes.co/7mnru7

Following the powerful earthquake originating off the coast of Russia, #UNESCO's early warning systems triggered a #Tsunami alert within just ten minutes. Read the full press release here: unes.co/ts26zj

Statement by the Director-General of @unesco.org, @aazoulay.bsky.social, following the decision of the United States to withdraw from the Organization. Read more: unes.co/ksovsg

That’s a wrap for today’s new inscriptions on the UNESCO #WorldHeritage List! Have a look at the newly inscribed sites. The Committee also approved the extension of 2 sites already on the List. Check it out ⤵️ and learn more here: unes.co/47whc #47WCH #UNESCO

The #WorldHeritage Committee is in session, recognising sites of Outstanding Universal Value and global significance! Discover the new sites inscribed on the UNESCO List: unes.co/47whc #UNESCO #47WHC

The #WorldHeritage Committee is currently examining new nominations from across the globe! Discover the latest additions to the List ⤵️ and stay tuned for the new inscriptions: unes.co/47whc #47WHC #UNESCO

🔴 BREAKING The UNESCO #WorldHeritage Committee, meeting in Paris (France), decided to remove three properties located in #Madagascar 🇲🇬, #Egypt 🇪🇬 and #Libya 🇱🇾 from the List of World Heritage in Danger. Read the full press release here: www.unesco.org/en/articles/... #47WHC

🌍 Do you recognize these World Heritage sites from above? As the 47th session of the #WorldHeritage Committee opens today, take a fresh look at some of the world’s most treasured places — and join the call to protect them for future generations: unes.co/47whc #47WHC

As we mark 50 years of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme, we reflect on a journey that began with hydrological science & grew into a global platform for water security. Read more: www.unesco.org/en/ihp @aazoulay.bsky.social

On the eve of the third #UNOC3, which will take place in #Nice, #France from 9 June, #UNESCO calls for an unprecedented surge in scientific engagement for the ocean, and unveils new initiatives centred around seabed mapping and the creation of a global network for ocean observation. unes.co/zcb8xe

🔴 The Nicaraguan newspaper @laprensa.bsky.social has been announced as the laureate of the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World #PressFreedom Prize 2025, on the recommendation of an international jury of media professionals. 3 May is #WorldPressFreedomDay. More: unes.co/zbu3ye

🎷 Just announced: @aazoulay.bsky.social and Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce the designation of Chicago (USA) as host city for the 2026 International #JazzDay World Concert! Read the full press release: www.unesco.org/en/articles/chicago-designated-host-city-international-jazz-day-2026

🎷 Jazz encourages artistic innovation, improvisation. It’s more than music -it’s a force for creativity and education. 30 April is International #JazzDay! www.unesco.org/en/internati...

UNESCO pays tribute to the memory of Pope Francis. He was a powerful voice for peace and human dignity through education, science and culture.

#UNESCO today added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its #MemoryOfTheWorld Register, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570. Read the full press release: unes.co/hi8mbm

Two years after the start of the conflict in #Sudan, #UNESCO reaffirms its support for the population by deploying new emergency measures on the ground in the fields of culture, education and media. Read the full press release: unes.co/3wktxm

From 10 to 25 May, the ‘Mosul, an Architectural Renaissance’ exhibition will open to the public, hosted within the prestigious and monumental halls of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana.

Every girl has the #RightToEducation. Yet millions of Afghan girls are currently banned from school. UNESCO's new report highlights this urgent crisis and calls for action to #LetAfghanGirlsLearn: unes.co/0s4urb

Freshwater is a vital resource, influencing every aspect of society. Ensuring water security means safeguarding water systems, managing hazards, and ensuring equitable access for all. Learn more about UNESCO's expertise in water sciences: www.unesco.org/en/water

On the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, UNESCO and the Rwandan government announced plans to develop the educational role of memorial sites, four of which have been inscribed on the UNESCO #WorldHeritage List since 2023.

This #TravelTuesday, we’re heading to Bakony–Balaton Global Geopark in Hungary! 🇭🇺 🌍 Explore volcanic hills, ancient seas, and a 12 km underground thermal water maze beneath lake Tapolca. A true natural treasure! Learn more: en.unesco.org/global-geopa...

Mountain waters are crucial for irrigation in lowland areas 🌾 Protecting these sources is vital for sustainable agriculture and food security. Let’s prioritise conserving our mountain waters for a resilient future. Learn more: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport

Mountain regions cover 24% of the global land surface and are rich in biological and cultural diversity. They provide vital resources to billions of people. Let’s safeguard these ecosystems for the well-being of the planet: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr... #WorldWaterReport

🔴 A new #UNESCO report underscores the importance of school meals in the health and learning of children. Although these days many pupils have access to school meals, not enough emphasis is placed on the nutritional value of the produce used. Read the full press release: unes.co/3eo20l

Our mountains and glaciers are at risk from climate disruption and unsustainable practices. We must act now to conserve these vital resources for future generations. Learn how in the new #WorldWaterReport: www.unesco.org/reports/wwdr...

🟠 The 2025 edition of #JazzDay will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on 30 April, with #AbuDhabi selected as the Global Host City! Organized by #UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this celebration will feature concerts and educational and cultural initiatives. unes.co/91wldx

What secrets are emerging from our melting glaciers? Lars Pilø explores the fascinating field of glacial archaeology and the race against time to salvage the fragile records of the past. Discover a hidden history in the latest issue of the UNESCO Courier: unes.co/abdgj2

🔵 The UN #WorldWaterReport 2025, published by UNESCO on behalf of UN Water, reveals the extent to which climate disruption, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable activities are transforming mountain environments at an unprecedented rate. Read more: unes.co/re39dj #WorldGlaciersDay #WorldWaterDay

#WorldHeritage glaciers are retreating at an alarming rate, losing an average of 58 billion tonnes of ice every year. Urgent action is needed to protect these irreplaceable ecosystems. 21 March is #WorldGlaciersDay: www.un-glaciers.org/en/world-day... #IYGP #Glaciers2025

💻 #DigitalLearning is transforming education. It expands access, enhances learning, and equips all ages with the skills to navigate today’s challenges. Today is #DigitalLearningDay: unesco.org/en/days/digital-learning

🟠 #UNESCO and #Nestle signed an agreement to support 100 youth projects around the world through grants, training, mentoring and networking! Read the full press release: unes.co/qi5sw6

#TravelTuesday takes us to Borobudur Temple Compounds in Java, Indonesia! 🏯✨ Built in the 8th century, it was abandoned for years before being restored by #UNESCO — now a #WorldHeritage site to be preserved for future generations! Learn more: whc.unesco.org/en/list/592

Glaciers thrive in 67 #BiosphereReserves worldwide, playing a crucial role in our planet’s ecosystems. Through its Man and the Biosphere Programme, #UNESCO works to protect these vital areas, preserving them for future generations. Learn more: www.un-glaciers.org/en/world-day...

Is your project making real impact in education for sustainable development? 🌍 We wants to hear from you! 🌱 Nominate now for the 2025 UNESCO-Japan #ESDPrize. Deadline: 18 April 2025 www.unesco.org/en/prizes/ed...

eDNA is a real game-changer to protect ocean species. Without disturbing the environment this technology, it can provide insights to monitor marine biodiversity. Learn more about UNESCO’s expeditions in #WorldHeritage marine sites: www.unesco.org/en/edna-expe...

Ocean observation is about understanding the heartbeat of our planet. To preserving marine ecosystems, accurate ocean data is key for informed decision-making. See how UNESCO is making a difference to #SaveOurOcean: www.unesco.org/en/ocean #OceanDecade

This #TravelTuesday, step into Stone Town, Zanzibar 🇹🇿—a city shaped by over a millennium of trade and culture. A UNESCO #WorldHeritage site for 25 years, its iconic Zanzibar doors tell the stories of the many cultures that shaped this coastal gem. 🔗 Explore more: whc.unesco.org/en/list/173/

To become “Tsunami Ready” a community has to: ✅develop a #tsunami risk reduction plan ✅designate & map tsunami hazard zones ✅develop outreach & public education materials ✅publicly display tsunami information Learn more about UNESCO’s work: tsunami.ioc.unesco.org/en

#UNESCO and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) are announcing a new agreement to enhance linguistic diversity in the digital world. This will make the Internet more accessible to hundreds of millions of users. Full Press Release: unes.co/hyc17x @aazoulay.bsky.social

Heritage isn’t just monuments—it’s the traditions, knowledge & skills passed down through generations. UNESCO has helped expand the concept of #CulturalHeritage to embrace these living expressions that connect us. Let’s safeguard our #LivingHeritage: ich.unesco.org/en/home

🌍 #Biodiversity is essential for nature & people. @unesco.org, through its global networks of #Geoparks, #BiosphereReserves & #WorldHeritage sites, is driving transformative action worldwide. Protecting biodiversity calls for #SharingHumanity! 🔗 www.unesco.org/en/biodivers...

📚 Education empowers minds, ignites curiosity & fuels progress. That’s why UNESCO works to ensure quality education for all, shaping policies, training teachers & driving digital learning. Learn more about our work: www.unesco.org/en/education

Languages carry history, identity & knowledge. Yet 40% of learners are not taught in their mother tongue. Join us on #MotherLanguageDay to support multilingual #education worldwide & ensure all children can learn in their own language. on.unesco.org/3wu2QD2

This #TravelTuesday, we’re taking a trip to the Acropolis of Athens! A universal symbol of the classical spirit and Western philosophy, this #WorldHeritage site even inspired the UNESCO logo 🏛 Learn more: whc.unesco.org/en/list/404

🌊 1 ocean 1️⃣ decade of actions By connecting people and our ocean, we can harness its vast potential for a thriving future for future generations Get involved and learn more about the #OceanDecade: unesco.org/en/ocean #SaveOurOcean

UNESCO is seriously concerned by last week’s reported shutdown of Radio Begum, #Afghanistan’s only women-led media entity. Once again, it is the voices of Afghan women that are being silenced, and their educational opportunities further sacrificed.

Women make up only 35% of STEM graduates worldwide. UNESCO encourages more women and girls to get involved in science education. On #WomenInScience Day, let's amplify their voices! www.unesco.org/en/days/wome...

A few weeks before the official inauguration, @aazoulay.bsky.social was in #Mosul today to mark a historic moment: after 6 years of reconstruction, the city’s iconic monuments are rising again. More than rebuilding, this is about restoring identity, culture & hope. #ReviveTheSpiritOfMosul

Join UNESCO as we launch the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology & explore how quantum innovation is shaping the future 🌍 🏆 4 Nobel Prize laureates & top scientists 📅 Feb 4-5 | UNESCO HQ, Paris 🎟 Register now: indico.un.org/event/1015312/

AI is transforming classrooms. But no technology can replace the empathy, inspiration and critical thinking that teachers provide. See how UNESCO is working to support educators with the skills to teach how to use AI responsibly: www.unesco.org/en/articles/...