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- MONUSCO 01
Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the killing of peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Secretary-General condemns the killing of six Malawian and one Tanzanian peacekeepers of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) in Beni territory, North…
- MINUSCA 01
Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on killings in the Central African Republic
The Secretary General is greatly concerned at the rise in violence in recent days in the Central African Republic. An attack on an IDP camp in the town of Alindao left at least 37 people dead on 15 November. The attack was…
- About Peacekeeping 01
Work with us
Working with UN Peacekeeping is a rewarding experience. We value diversity and recruit from a wide range of backgrounds. Our personnel come from countries across the globe to support conflict-affected communities in our…
Terminology
Peacekeeping is one among a range of activities undertaken by the United Nations to maintain international peace and security throughout the world. The other activities are: conflict prevention and mediation peacemaking peace…
Protection of civilians mandate
Many peacekeeping missions have a mandate to protect civilians, in particular those under threat of physical harm. The Protection of Civilians (POC) is a responsibility that includes all parts of a peacekeeping mission…
Child protection advisers
Although everybody in a peacekeeping operation, including our military and the police, plays a role in protecting children. We also have special advisers who in those countries in which conflict impacts children most severely…
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS) 01
Women in peacekeeping
Women are deployed as police, military and civilian personnel within peacekeeping missions.
Female Military
Increasing the deployment of female peacekeepers to peace operations significantly, contributes to achieving sustainable peace and the improved wellbeing of women and girls in conflict-affected regions. Security Council…
Gender Advocate of the Year Award
The United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award recognises the dedication and effort of an individual peacekeeper in promoting the principles within the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325. Created…
- About Peacekeeping 01
Operational support
The effectiveness of peace operations always depends on the operational support it receives. The Department of Operational Support (DOS) helps peace operations succeed by providing support solutions that are rapid, effective…