For human dignity, peace and development. Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

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1 For human dignity, peace and development Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

2 On August 16, the United Nations in Ukraine launched the 70-day countdown to the 24th October UN Day, the anniversary of when the Charter of the United Nations came into force in During the 70-day campaign, the UN in Ukraine held events, initiatives, culture projects and information campaigns that aimed to raise the public s awareness about the organization s priorities in Ukraine. These included assisting the government and the people of Ukraine in building, through understanding of and respect for human rights, a culture of dignity for a peaceful and transformed Ukraine. Message on United Nations Day 2 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

In this 70th anniversary year, I want to express my sincere belief in the successful future of the UN, which is possible only with the full devotion of all its Charter members.

international disputes by peaceful means these are the principles, laid down in the Charter of the UN, which have become the basis of modern world order. Mr.

3 In this 70th anniversary year, I want to express my sincere belief in the successful future of the UN, which is possible only with the full devotion of all its Charter members. The development of friendly and good-neighborly relations among nations, equal in sovereignty, which refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force and which settle international disputes by peaceful means these are the principles, laid down in the Charter of the UN, which have become the basis of modern world order. Mr. Petro Poroshenko, President of Ukraine During the last 70 years, Ukraine has partnered with the United Nations for the aim of human dignity, peace and development. Ukraine was one of the first 51 states to sign the United Nations Charter. Since then, the country has consistently adhered to the purposes and principles of the Charter, substantially contributing to the maintenance of international peace and security, economic and social development, protection of human rights, and the strengthening of international law. Today Ukraine faces many challenges with the current conflict in the East so promoting unity, sustained peace, and tolerance has become more important than ever. The United Nations supports national efforts to build a peaceful, prosperous, strong and united Ukraine. Neal Walker, Humanitarian Coordinator, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Ukraine

During the 70 days from August 16 to October 24, the United Nations posted daily Facebook and Twitter messages as part of the global social media campaign #UN70.

4 During the 70 days from August 16 to October 24, the United Nations posted daily Facebook and Twitter messages as part of the global social media campaign #UN70. Beneficiaries and partners as well as staff members of 17 UN agencies, funds and programmes active in Ukraine shared their personal thoughts on how the UN brings changes into people s lives in Ukraine. During the social media campaign, over a hundred posts on the relevance of the United Nations today and on the UN-Ukraine cooperation, history, achievements were featured on more than 20 official UN Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts. UN70 social media сampaign As a result of the campaign, the number of UN Ukraine s Facebook friends increased by 30%. Throughout the campaign the United Nations in Ukraine connected with approximately 200,000 followers. 4 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

5 The number of UN Ukraine s Facebook friends increased by 30% FOLLOWERS

The United Nations in Ukraine, National Opera of Ukraine, Kyiv Classic symphony orchestra, and a number of private and public companies joined forces to organize an event that would deliver a message

6 The United Nations in Ukraine, National Opera of Ukraine, Kyiv Classic symphony orchestra, and a number of private and public companies joined forces to organize an event that would deliver a message of peace through one of the most powerful mediums: the enduring and universal passion of Ukrainian music. The concert was held on 21 October The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Pavlo Klimkin, UN Resident Coordinator Neal Walker and Roman Shpek, a representative of the sponsors, made opening remarks. More than 250 performers (half of them children) from different regions in Ukraine, including Crimea and the Donbas region, took part in the concert. 6 Concert Music for Peace Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine Photo: United Nations in Ukraine The recording is available at any time following the link. Photos of the concert are available on the official UN in Ukraine Flickr album

According to the director of the project and the conductor of Kyiv-Classic orchestra Herman Makarenko, the role of culture is to remind people about the core values of

The image of a peaceful Ukraine was reflected in every ensemble throughout the concert. The event was organized with the support of private companies.

Traditional roles have become increasingly blurred and promoting sustained peace is now everyone s responsibility.

7 According to the director of the project and the conductor of Kyiv-Classic orchestra Herman Makarenko, the role of culture is to remind people about the core values of humanity. Musicians and artists from across Ukraine performed folk and classical music typical of their regions, but united in their call for peace and a better future. The image of a peaceful Ukraine was reflected in every ensemble throughout the concert. The event was organized with the support of private companies. Effective partnerships between public entities, private organizations and civil society are particularly important in this globalized world. Traditional roles have become increasingly blurred and promoting sustained peace is now everyone s responsibility. Photo: United Nations in Ukraine Photo: United Nations in Ukraine Photo: United Nations in Ukraine The concert was broadcast live on the First National TV Channel YouTube page. A rebroadcast of the concert was aired on the same channel on UN Day October 24th.

Ahead of the UN 70th anniversary celebration, more than 100 children from different regions in Ukraine went on an educational excursion to the National Opera House.

8 Ahead of the UN 70th anniversary celebration, more than 100 children from different regions in Ukraine went on an educational excursion to the National Opera House. On October 19, the children enjoyed meeting the top opera stars in Ukraine, discovering the history of the Opera in Ukraine, and getting a glimpse at the backstage. The excursion was co-organized by the United Nations in Ukraine, Alfa- Bank Ukraine and the Kyiv National Opera House. 8 Excursion to the National Opera House Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine Photo: Vlad Sodel Press coverage was provided by Apostrophe: Video on the excursion is available on the official UN in Ukraine YouTube account. Photos from the excursion are available on the UN in Ukraine Flickr album

9 Photo: Vlad Sodel Photo: Vlad Sodel Photo: Vlad Sodel

10 On October 24, nearly 190 iconic monuments, buildings, museums, bridges and other landmarks in more than 50 countries around the world were lit up blue the official color of the United Nations - as part of the global campaign Turn the World UN Blue to commemorate UN Day and the 70th anniversary of the United Nations. World famous landmarks from Australia s Sydney Opera House to the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, from the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro to the Empire State Building in New York, were lit blue. Other participants included Russia s Hermitage Museum, the ancient city of Petra in Jordan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, Edinburgh Castle and Central Hall Westminster in the United Kingdom, Table Mountain in South Africa, Japan s SkyTree Tower, and the Alhambra in Spain. Turn the World UN Blue Ukraine Ukraine proudly joined this global campaign. One of the highest buildings in Kyiv, the multi-functional complex Gulliver, was lit up in UN official blue and projected a 161-meter-high UN70 logo with the tagline UN70 Strong UN, Better World in Ukrainian. The lighting initiative was sponsored by Gulliver. 10 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

11 Photo: United Nations in Ukraine (Andrey Krepkih)

12 The State Central Archive of Civil Organization organized an exhibition from 23 to 28 October dedicated to the UN 70th anniversary highlighting the establishment and history of the United Nations. The exhibition showcased more than 150 original documents detailing Ukraine s participation in the UN s establishment in Exhibition in the State National Archive 12 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

14 On UN day October 24, the United Nations in Ukraine with the support the United Nations Development Program and GEF in Ukraine organized an eco-friendly event Eco-Saturday: Greening the Blue at the National Botanic Garden. The event was attended by UN staff and families, children and youth, and volunteers and UN partners. 70 gingko biloba trees and tree peonies were planted on the day, and a garden was dedicated to the UN 70th anniversary. In addition, children enjoyed learning about protecting the environment while adults visited a market with eco-friendly handmade products brought to the event by GEF local beneficiaries. Eco-Saturday Greening the Blue 70 trees to 70th UN Anniversary Photos from the event are available on the UN in Ukraine Flickr album Photo: United Nations in Ukraine (Andrey Krepkih) 14 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

16 Ahead of the United Nations 70th anniversary celebration in Ukraine, UN funds, agencies and programmes operating in the Luhansk region organized a series of presentations on their activities in Ukraine. On October 16, the organizations delivered presentations on the UN system and on the agencies operating in Luhansk region for the youth and for local administration. The events aimed to raise the local population s awareness about the UN and its role, and increase their understanding of the UN system and its functions. Luhansk Public seminar on UN system in Luhansk region Photos of the event are available on the official UN in Ukraine Flickr album 16 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

18 Media The 5th TV Channel made a news piece regarding the initiative Eco- Saturday: Greening the Blue in the National Botanic Garden (Kyiv, Ukraine) on the occasion of the UN 70th anniversary. 18 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

Press briefing on the launch of the Music for Peace cultural project at the National Opera House with Neal Walker, United Nations

persons in Ukraine, the humanitarian response by UN agencies in Ukraine, and the further development of the country.

19 Press briefing on the launch of the Music for Peace cultural project at the National Opera House with Neal Walker, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine The programme Persha Shpalta (Front Page) on First National TV channel. During the programme, Neal Walker and well-known Ukrainian journalist Katya Gorchinskaya discussed the plight of internally displaced persons in Ukraine, the humanitarian response by UN agencies in Ukraine, and the further development of the country. Presentation of the Music for Peace cultural project in honor of the United Nations 70th anniversary at the Ukrainian Crisis Media Center with Neal Walker, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine.

20 A number of national and international publications, such as The Kyiv Post and Zerkalo Nedeli, participated in the information campaign for the UN 70th anniversary. UNICEF, ILO, UNAIDS, UNDP, UNV were among the first contributors to a series of op-eds highlighting key areas within the UN and individual agency mandates: from volunteerism to HIV/AIDS prevention; sustainable development to education; and (what is UNDP topic?)the environment to employment. The publication of op-eds will continue until the end of Vojtech Hledik: Don t let this wave of volunteerism fade away Antonio Graziosi: More and better jobs for the Ukrainian people are key to recovery В UNAIDS объяснили, что Украина должна сделать для сокращения смертей от СПИДа Jacek Tyszko: Fight against AIDS in Ukraine is example of global solidarity 20 Op-Eds Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine Giovanna Barberis: Smart investment in children is essential for sustainable development Нужно переходить от помощи к инвестициям

22 The 70th anniversary of the United Nations is an opportunity to look back on the UN s history and take stock of its enduring achievements. To this end, with the support from the UN in Ukraine, 5th TV channel developed a short TV series to cover the history of the United Nations from its establishment to its current work both worldwide and in Ukraine. The TV series promotes and raises public awareness about UN core values and guiding principles. History of the United Nations: TV programmes Full video available at the official page UN in Ukraine YouTube Channel: 22 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

23 The 70th anniversary of the United Nations is an opportunity to look back on the UN s history and take stock of its enduring achievements. To commemorate the UN 70th Anniversary, the United Nations in Ukraine published an information package to highlight the partnership and cooperation between the Government of Ukraine and the United Nations. The UN Brochure presents the key strategic areas of the UN s interventions and provides profiles of all the UN agencies, funds and programmes active in Ukraine. UN Brochure

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Visit of ELYX to Ukraine To celebrate the 70th

Elyx visited Ukraine on Monday October 19th.

26 Visit of ELYX to Ukraine To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the UN, Elyx, the United Nations first digital ambassador, went on a journey Around the World in 70 days. Elyx visited Ukraine on Monday October 19th. 26 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

28 Photo: United Nations in Ukraine Photo: United Nations in Ukraine At a glance 28 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

29 Photo: UN in Ukraine ( Facebook/Twitter) Photo: United Nations in Ukraine Photo: United Nations in Ukraine

30 Photo: United Nations in Ukraine (Andrey Krepkih) 30 Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine

31 Photo: United Nations in Ukraine (Andrey Krepkih) Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations in Ukraine 31

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