Category Archives: UN

Empowerment Workshop in Matelot, Trinidad and Tobago: Women and Girls Empowered

We are thrilled to share the success of the Empowerment Workshop that took place in the beautiful Matelot community on November 4, 2023, from 10 AM to 3 PM. This event was made possible through a partnership between the UN Spotlight Initiative, the Network of Rural Women Producers Trinidad and Tobago, the Matelot Police Youth […]

International Day of the Girl Child

Empowering Girls and Rural Women for a Brighter Future As we mark the International Day of the Girl Child (October 11th), it is imperative to reflect on the progress we have made towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and addressing the unique challenges faced by girls worldwide. We find ourselves halfway to the 2030 […]

SDG Action Zone 2023!

A Call to Action for People and Planet The SDG Action Zone 2023, held on September 21st, 2023, marked a crucial moment in the global journey towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. With just 15% of the 140 SDG targets on track to be met, the world faces urgent challenges […]

Historic Achievement: Ambassador Dennis Francis Takes Oath as President of the 78th UN General Assembly

On September 5th, 2023, at 10:33 AM, a momentous occasion unfolded in New York as Ambassador Dennis Francis of Trinidad and Tobago took the Oath of Office as President of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. This marks an unprecedented moment in history as it’s the first time a national of Trinidad […]