While there has been talk of UN reform for years, structural changes to the organization are now firmly on the agenda. Once a taboo subject, even the potential merger of UN entities is now openly being discussed. This article discusses ideas for changing the UN structure in light of UN80.
Author: Damian Lilly
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This is not the first time the UN has tried to reinvigorate its commitment to improve its performance in preventing and responding to protection crises. The question today is whether the current agenda can learn lessons from HRuF and make a tangible difference where previous efforts have fallen short.
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As a result of shifting dynamics in certain conflicts, as well as recent coups, the UN is having to engage with de facto authorities in a growing number of country contexts.
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There is an urgent need to rethink how to hold to account those responsible for human rights violations not only in Myanmar, but also in other countries.
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The global, swift, and devastating nature of the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates the need to finally put the nexus theory into practice, both for this crisis and those to come.
