Is counting fallen buildings useful?
Almost weekly, we read of damage and loss of life attributed to cyclones, earthquakes and floods. But what do we learn from these events?
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Efficient public procurement is necessary for reducing poverty
The world’s poorest and most vulnerable populations are the most dependent on public goods and services. They feel the brunt of waste and corruption in… -
Behind the scenes
In celebration of International Day of UN Peacekeepers, we’re taking a closer look at how UNOPS provides behind the scenes support to the United Nations… -
Governance
UNOPS is a self-financing organization. Our business model is built around the delivery of services that increase the effectiveness of peace and security,… -
Bringing life-saving supplies into Yemen
Helping ensure essential goods continued to flow into Yemen during the humanitarian crisis. -
Advisory services
UNOPS procurement advisory services are based on a proven track record of providing project implementation services in highly complex peace and security,… -
Baby boxes give newborns in Ukraine a stronger start to life
For nearly three decades, Ukraine has seen a steady decline in its population numbers. A low birth rate is partly the cause of the eastern European nation… -
Supporting sustainable development in Mexico
In 2014, UNOPS partnered with the Government of the state of Jalisco, Mexico, and UN Environment, to develop and implement a series of joint programmes… -
Better healthcare in action: Luisa's story
Luisa Esperanza Ordóñez Gómez lives in the small town of Cipresales, located two hours from the city of Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with her parents,… -
Beyond Infrastructure
Approximately half a million people living in the Gaza Strip were displaced following a 51-day conflict in the summer of 2014. Roughly 11,000 houses were…
