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How can education help build healthier relationships between people and nature?

A new paper from IUCN, “We Are Nature: Nature-based Education for Planetary Health”, explores how placing nature at the centre of learning can help future generations address challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, water pollution and water insecurity.

One example highlighted is a “watershed curriculum”, where school subjects connect to the health and management of the local watershed.

The paper also calls for:
▪️ Updated education frameworks
▪️ Greener learning spaces
▪️ Stronger political commitment
▪️ Better support for educators

Explore the report ⬇️ https://www.unwater.org/news/iucn-paper-we-are-nature-nature-based-education-planetary-health

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IUCN Paper: “We Are Nature: Nature-based Education For Planetary Health” The paper, “We are nature: nature-based education for planetary health”, presents NbE as an approach that places nature at the centre of learning, helping future generations tackle challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and water pollution and insecurity.An example initiative in t...

| Director, Division for Sustainable Development Goals (D2)

The United Nations is recruiting a Director for the Division for Sustainable Development Goals (DSDG) within UN DESA in New York.

The role includes leadership on:
💧 The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
💧 The Agenda
💧 Climate, energy, oceans and natural resources
💧 Intergovernmental processes and partnerships

📍 New York
📅 Apply by 22 June 2026

Learn more: https://careers.un.org

Why does groundwater matter for cooperation?

Groundwater is the world's largest source of liquid freshwater. It provides drinking water for billions of people, supports food production, sustains ecosystems and helps communities adapt to climate change.

Many aquifers cross national borders, making cooperation essential to ensure equitable access and long-term water security.

Join the second webinar in the Groundwater Matters series:
Groundwater Matters for Cooperation and in Multilateral Processes

📅 17 June | 14:00–15:30 CEST

Organized by IAH, UNESCO, the World Bank, WMO, IAEA and the UN-Water Expert Group on Groundwater.

🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OVfRcTNsR061NrEqAMPAzw

How does UN-Water support countries on water?

UN-Water helps connect countries with expertise, initiatives and coordinated support from across the UN system and partners.

This includes support on:
💧 Governance
💧 Financing
💧 Monitoring and data
💧 Capacity development
💧 Innovation

Curious how UN-Water supports countries on water? Read more: on https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/questions-people-ask-how-un-works-countries-water-un-water-q7jre

In the mountain villages of Mansehra, northern Pakistan, access to water once meant hours of climbing steep and slippery slopes to reach fast-flowing streams below.

Today, gravity-powered hydraulic ram pumps installed by IWMI are transforming lives — delivering water to 400 households and 2,340 residents without electricity or fuel.

Beyond the technology, this is a story about dignity, opportunity and resilience:
🌱 Women cultivating kitchen gardens for the first time
📚 Children attending school more regularly
🏔 Communities moving beyond subsistence

Read the story ⬇️ https://www.iwmi.org/news/the-blessing-that-flows/

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The blessing that flows In Pakistan’s mountainous communities, gravity-powered pumps provide reliable water supply, helping secure livelihoods and restore dignity.

🌡️ Hotter-than-normal temperatures are expected across much of the world.

The latest seasonal climate outlook indicates an increased likelihood of above-normal temperatures across many regions in the coming months.

Heat affects health, water resources, agriculture, energy systems and ecosystems. Seasonal forecasts help communities prepare and reduce risks before impacts occur.

Stay informed. Stay prepared.

https://wmo.int/media/update/global-seasonal-climate-update-june-july-august-2026
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El Niño changes where rain falls.

As El Niño strengthens, rainfall patterns around the world are expected to shift. Some regions may experience wetter-than-normal conditions, while others face an increased risk of drought.

These changes can affect water supplies, agriculture, food security and livelihoods, making early preparation essential.

Understanding climate forecasts helps communities and decision-makers prepare for the months ahead.

https://wmo.int/topics/el-nino-la-nina-phenomena
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Floods are becoming more frequent, more intense and are impacting more lives.

Resilience is no longer optional. It must shape how we plan, invest, and respond to protect lives and support economies.

The signal is clear ➡️ https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/

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Why do countries need support in their work on water and sanitation?

While progress on SDG 6 continues, many countries face challenges linked to climate change, financing gaps, technical capacity and coordination across institutions.

At the same time, countries increasingly recognize that water drives progress across health, food, energy, livelihoods and economic development.

Explore the answers to some of the most common questions on water and sanitation cooperation: on https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/questions-people-ask-how-un-works-countries-water-un-water-q7jre