The United Nations Foundation is the one international organization with the reach and vision capable of solving global problems. The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizations to help the UN tackle issues.
The United Nations (UN) Foundation believes that empowering women and girls with educational and economic opportunities and securing their health and human rights is one of the best investments we can make for families, communities, and the world. It works with NGO, corporate and government partners to promote gender equality; advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (including family planning); advocate for increased resources and funding for programs and activities benefitting adolescent girls; eliminate gender-based violence; combat climate change; and improve maternal health care using integrated health systems and mobile technology.
The UN Foundation has designed different challenges, solutions and projects with the vision that All girls, no matter where they live, have the opportunity to become educated, healthy, safe, counted and positioned to be the next generation of leaders.
Focus Countries – UN Member Countries
Areas of Interest
Women’s Empowerment with Priorities on
- Strengthening Capacity
- Promoting Reproductive Health
- Investing in Adolescent Girls
- Women’s Economic Empowerment
- Council of Women World Leaders
Other Focus Areas
- Poverty Alleviation
- Global Health
- Peace and Security
- Climate Change
- Energy Access
- US-UN relations
How to Apply
Applicants can apply for a partnership.
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