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With global wealth abundant but unevenly connected, investing in human capital through solidarity, domestic resources and private financing is both the smartest and most effective way to close development gaps and achieve the SDGs.

In Kazakhstan, becoming a falconer demands time, dedication, and a deep understanding of birds of prey. Tleukabyl Yessembekuly, a farmer from Aksu-Ayuly and founder of the local farmers' association, learned the virtues of patience and vigilance through falconry. Faced with ecological challenges from climate change and land-use shifts, Yessembekuly proposed a project to restore natural springs and plant forage crops. His initiative received backing from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme, managed by the ����ר�� Development Programme () in Kazakhstan.

In Gaza, Palestinians have endured two years of devastating war, leading to significant losses, including loved ones, homes, and personal belongings. They have witnessed the destruction of roads, schools, apartment buildings, and hospitals. Amid these challenges, they are working tirelessly on the frontlines of recovery. The ����ר�� Development Programme () is facilitating safer and healthier communities by clearing debris, restoring wastewater systems, wells, and providing clean water to those in need. In 2025, UNDP projects employed 2,819 local workers to support essential services across Gaza.

The in determining whether global cooperation can overcome economic slowdown, conflict and division to advance peace, prosperity and sustainable development.

Indigenous Peoples and traditional communities in Acre, Brazil, are pioneering forest conservation — and shaping how climate finance is used to keep their forests standing. Told through their own voices, 's documentary reveals how they navigate daily realities while protecting Acre’s Amazon Forest for future generations.

In 2025, the global community notched important achievements for human well-being. But conflict, disasters and other crises clouded the skies over the development landscape. Against strong headwinds, countries took determined steps towards realizing their visions for a sustainable development. And the ����ר�� Development Programme () was at their side. Marking its , UNDP continued to evolve to meet the complex challenges of the present while laying the foundations for a more resilient future. Here are some with partners, in 2025.

In Nepal’s remote Nubri Valley, , founded in 2018 by Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, merges Indigenous knowledge with nature-based solutions to fight climate change. In 2021, the initiative tackled COVID-19-driven food shortages in Samagaun by building 62 bioclimatic solar greenhouses for year-round organic farming. Combining modern and traditional techniques, these earthquake-resistant structures improve food security and strengthen resilience against climate shocks.

A key symbolizes the security of a home, while a phone with internet access opens the door to information. Financial tools like credit cards and cash enable access to food and services. For many living in poverty, violence, or disaster, these rights are hard-won achievements. Promoting and protecting human rights is vital for sustainable development. The ����ר�� Development Programme () collaborates in over 60 countries and territories to strengthen national human rights systems and help states fulfill their obligations. By securing essentials like clean water and advocating for justice, UNDP demonstrates that human rights are essential for safety, equality, and respect in everyday life.

The Imus–Ylang Ylang–Rio Grande Rivers in Cavite, Philippines were once-vibrant waterways that supported fishing, recreation, and livelihoods across ten municipalities. Decades of pollution, industrial and domestic wastewater discharge, improper waste disposal (especially plastics), erosion and siltation have transformed them into degraded rivers with severe water contamination. To revive the rivers, local governments, communities and agencies have introduced a mix of solutions. These include installing trash traps and waste-management systems upstream, building sanitary landfills, composting organic waste, reinforcing buffer zones along riverbanks, and deploying “river rangers” to manually remove plastic and other debris. Flood-risk management infrastructure — such as the 35-hectare Imus Retarding Basin and the nearby Bacoor Retarding Basin — has been completed to store excess rainfall and prevent overflow, reducing downstream flooding risk. Downstream, community-led reforestation and mangrove-restoration efforts aim to rehabilitate coastal zones and wetlands.

The world is heating. Inequalities are deepening. And yet, across continents, young people are stepping into the cracks of broken systems and reimagining what’s possible. While the world works to respond to the climate crisis, youth from around the world are showing what happens when youth are not just invited to the table but trusted to lead.  introduces five of these young leaders: Sundus from Pakistan (seen here with her team that brings damaged reefs back to life), Elvis from Liberia, Luís from Bolivia, Pablo from Colombia, Specioza from Uganda. All of them, with support of , are building new systems of food, energy, mobility and education, from the ground up. Their projects are different, but their experiences and drive are shared. What they show us is clear: when young people are trusted and supported with the right resources, they can drive meaningful and lasting change.

Climate change is impacting every aspect of our lives. Yet sometimes it can feel abstract or difficult to grasp. Numbers can help make it concrete. They give us a way to see the scale of the problem, the urgency of action and the promise of solutions. invites people around the world to explore 30 facts about the climate crisis that explain the urgency of action and the promise of solutions, while combating disinformation. From 1 to 30, each number highlights a powerful fact paired with an eye-catching visual, drawing attention to key areas – from energy, adaptation and finance to nature, gender, health and justice.

A child born in 1995 may have had better prospects than her parents, yet she faces contemporary challenges such as climate change and inequality. The in Doha, Qatar, sought to address these issues by promoting inclusive social development. Leaders from various sectors engaged in dialogue and cooperation to confront deepening inequalities, climate-related hazards, and rapid technological change. The summit adopted the , which emphasizes social justice, peace, security, and sustainable development. It identifies poverty eradication, decent work, and social inclusion as key pillars for progress.

In a world where the shadows of inequality loom large, the illuminates the complex tapestry of acute poverty affecting over 100 developing nations. The latest report examines climate hazards impacting 1.1 billion multidimensionally poor people, with 43.6% living in severe poverty, meaning they are deprived of 50 percent or more of the necessities of a dignified life. Children are disproportionately affected, with 27.8% facing multidimensional poverty, representing over half of the total. Most of the poor reside in countries with low or medium human development, with significant numbers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Notably, poverty also persists in middle-income countries, affecting millions.