“The nightmare in Gaza is now entering an atrocious, abominable second year,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday “This has been a year of crises. Humanitarian crisis. Political crisis. Diplomatic crisis. And a moral crisis” news.un.org/en/story/2024/…

Then the floods came. "The village became a river," Ijaz recalled, his voice thick with emotion. "Our homes, livestock, and crops were swept away. My house was destroyed. Our food stocks, everything we owned, ruined." Read more: bit.ly/40fXNqb ##floodsinpakistan

🌧️ The 2024 monsoon in Pakistan caused displacement, loss of lives, homes, & crops threatening food security. Relief provided , but efforts are needed to meet humanitarian needs and strengthen climate resilience 🌍. Read more: bit.ly/3ZY7rgU #ClimateAction #unocha

We are delighted to announce renowned actor Saba Qamar as our first National Ambassador for Child Rights in Pakistan to champion the rights of children and girls everywhere! unicef.org/pakistan/press… UNICEF South Asia UNICEF Abdullah A. Fadil

Ms. Walyan, a 56 year old mother from Mirpurkhas district of Sindh, has faced immense challenges over the years. She said “Poverty isn’t just the absence of money; it’s the absence of hope. Today, I have both." Read more: bit.ly/3Np1wdb #floodsinpakistan

#DYK that our #GHSL 🛰️🧑‍🤝‍🧑 data is key to disaster management❓ Understanding where people live is important to support emergency response and mitigation strategies 🔽 In 2022, GHSL data was used to estimate the population affected by #floods 🌊 in #Pakistan 🇵🇰

Join the United Nations - Pakistan in celebrating UN Day 2024 at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on 26th October! This event will honor our shared commitment to peace and prosperity in Pakistan. #UNDay2024 #uninpak

🌏1 billion children live in countries facing extreme climate risks 🎒Over 175 million children are out of school At the 12th #GlobalDP, we'll discuss how Anticipatory Action in coordination helps meet children’s rights to uninterrupted learning. events.anticipation-hub.org/global-dialogu…

Why are Clusters key to scaling up Anticipatory Action in humanitarian action? How can strengthening AA in #education and #foodsecurity meet the rights of boys and girls?🥘📚 Join our discussion TODAY at the 12th #GlobalDP Anticipation Hub ⏰14:30 CET 🔗events.anticipation-hub.org/global-dialogu…

#AnticipatoryAction is critical to EiE coordination in countries vulnerable to climate crises. The Education Sector Working Group # EiE- Pakistan & Education Cannot Wait are working together to strengthen coordinated AA approaches in #Pakistan 🇵🇰 to respond to hazards before they happen & ensure continuity of education.

At the 12th #GlobalDP, we highlighted the need for strong coordination in Anticipatory Action: "Clusters enable us to work around a common purpose— let us use the opportunity this offers to scale up AA for a more efficient, effective and accountable humanitarian response."

اقوام متحدہ کی انصاراگ ایشیا پیسیفک زلزلہ رسپانس مشق- 2024 لاہور، پاکستان میں شروع ہوئی taizraftaar.com/?p=8899 Khawaja Salman Rafique DG Academy Rescue1122 Chief Secretary Punjab Punjab Police Official Government of Punjab OCHA Pakistan

On 23 Oct, reps from 23 countries gathered for the 1st ever UN INSARAG Earthquake Simulation in Pakistan! Hosted by Rescue 1122, co-organized by INSARAG/OCHA & NDMA. It's a significant step strengthening crisis response capabilities. Read more: bit.ly/48mVcNa #apere2024

"RESCUE IN PROGRESS! APERE 2024 "UNITY IN ACTION! International collaboration, expertise, and compassion shine as teams race against time to: Rescue trapped survivors International Search and Rescue Advisory Group OCHA Pakistan Sara Hayat Malik #BeautifulPakistan🇵🇰 Haruka Ezaki Dr Rizwan Naseer OCHA Pakistan @

🎉 #UNDay2024! UN Pakistan hosted a vibrant event at Islamabad, with 22 UN agencies showcasing projects & hosting quiz competitions. OCHA Pakistan proudly engaged visitors with an informative stall & OCHA work in Pakistan. Read more: bit.ly/3YBoWlX #UNOCHA #IamtheUN

📣The GEC Newsletter comes out next week! Subscribe for country highlights: 🇨🇲 Cameroon's work on attacks on education 🇵🇸 Children's dreams after 1 year of war in Gaza 🇵🇰 Pakistan's Education Needs Assessment 🇨🇩 DRC's intersectoral approach to EiE 👇 educationcluster.net/global-educati…

🌍 Glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) disasters threaten communities below melting glaciers when high-altitude lakes burst. 💡2025 is the International Year of Glacier Preservation – learn more about GLOF risks ➡️ ow.ly/fEBM50ThspJ #Glaciers2025

OCHA Head of Office Carlos GEHA met with Muslim Aid Pakistan leadership to enhance collaboration for supporting Pakistan’s most vulnerable communities. Together, we aim to strengthen humanitarian efforts and build resilience in disaster-affected areas. #Partnerships #UNOCHA

The United Nations sent trucks to provide families in Lower #Kurram with humanitarian assistance. IOM Pakistan, UNHCR Pakistan & UNICEF Pakistan provided winter & hygiene kits, shelter repair kits… in cooperation with the authorities, @EU_echo EUPakistan, @NDMApk, @PDMAkp, and prc eru official.

Ramadan Kareem! 🌙 OCHA Pakistan wishes everyone a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. May this holy month bring compassion, resilience, and hope to all.