Domestic workers among hardest hit by COVID crisis, says UN labour agency

15 June 2021
Economic Development
UN Women/Piyavit Thongsa-Ard

Domestic workers globally have been among the hardest hit by the COVID crisis, losing more jobs and working hours than other sectors, the UN labour agency ILO said on Tuesday.

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Violence against elderly has risen during COVID, UN expert warns 

Human Rights

With “entrenched ageist attitudes” already undermining the autonomy of elder persons in making their own choices and decisions, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought into sharp focus further violence, abuse and neglect against them, a UN independent expert said on Monday, marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. 

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Landmark G7 agreement pledges 870 million COVID-19 vaccine doses

Health

A senior UN official welcomed on Sunday, the Group of Seven (G7) leading industrialized nations’ commitment to immediately share at least 870 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines, supporting global access and helping to end the acute phase of the pandemic. 

UNDP/Sumaya Agha

Turning to sustainable global business: 5 things to know about the circular economy

Climate and Environment

Due to the ever-increasing demands of the global economy, the resources of the planet are being used up at an alarming rate and waste and pollution are growing fast. The idea of a more sustainable “circular economy” is gaining traction, but what does this concept mean, and can it help save the planet?

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‘Demystify’ albinism and end discrimination – UN chief 

Human Rights

On International Albinism Awareness Day, Sunday, the UN chief reiterated his “solidarity with persons with albinism”. 

UN Photo/Mark Garten

Counting down to Peace Day, UN chief urges: Stand up against hatred and care for planet 

Peace and Security

Every year on 21 September, the United Nations invites people around the world to celebrate peace by observing 24 hours of ceasefire and non-violence. On Sunday, the UN chief kicked off the 100-day countdown to the International Day of Peace. 

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