New model needed for economic growth, says Ban Ki-moon
A new model for dynamic economic growth that creates jobs and fights poverty is needed, according to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Mr. Ban spoke in the General Assembly…
17 May 2012 / Listen /All people regardless of sexual orientation deserve equal rights
Fundamental rights enshrined in international law should be enjoyed by everyone regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. That's the message of the UN High Commissioner for…
17 May 2012 / Listen /UN celebrates five years of indigenous rights declaration
Indigenous peoples who have gathered in New York for their annual session in New York celebrated the fifth anniversary of a UN declaration on their rights. The UN…
17 May 2012 / Listen /Colombian women speak up against sexual violence
Colombian women are speaking up against sexual violence and want their government to fight impunity. That's what Margot Wallström, the UN Secretary General's Special Representative for Sexual Violence…
17 May 2012 / Listen /Indigenous peoples need financial and technical assistance
Access to financial and technical assistance is critical to promoting and protecting the human rights of indigenous peoples. That message came from the President of the General Assembly who spoke on Thursday…
17 May 2012 / Listen /New model needed for dynamic growth: Ban
The global economy is at a critical juncture according to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon who says the old model…
17 May 2012 / Listen /"Punish hatred, not love" says human rights chief in anti-homophobia video
All around the world, people are arrested, attacked, tortured or killed because they are in a loving relationship with…
17 May 2012 / Listen /Khmer Krom strive to preserve their cultural heritage in Viet Nam
The Khmer Krom, the indigenous peoples of the Mekong Delta who live in Viet Nam, are trying to preserve…
17 May 2012 / Listen /Safety net with World Bank support helps poor people in Tanzania
The World Bank is helping Tanzania establish a safety net programme to improve the lives of 15 million people,…
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