United Nations Special Fund

Light brings safety.

For years, families in Halgan Camp, , lived in darkness after sunset, facing heightened risks of violence, fear, and restricted movement. Today, 20 solar streetlights are changing that reality.

With support from and led by the Somali Women’s Studies Centre in partnership with local authorities, solar lighting is restoring visibility, safety, and freedom of movement.

Winter conditions continue to deepen hardship in Gaza.

For displaced families, exposure to cold, flooding, damaged sanitation, and limited shelter increases health and protection risks.

UNSF is working with partners to restore essential services and improve living conditions, but sustained access and support are critical to help communities endure winter and move toward early recovery with dignity.

A moment of hope 💫: On the first day of the New Year, Hala was born at Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City.

Through the rehabilitation of the maternity ward and emergency employment for staff, , with support from PAMA and the Government of Norway, is helping ensure safe births for mothers and babies.

1,000 days have passed since war erupted in Sudan.

Lives have been lost, communities shattered, and decades of development progress eroded.

Discover how is working with partners to keep healthcare, food production, and basic services running for affected communities.

Clean water is a human right it brings good health, dignity, and hope.

From rainwater tanks to community led water plans, we work with communities to transform climate threats into everyday resilience.

The Marine Biodiversity Treaty is now in force, creating the first global legal framework to conserve and sustainably use marine biodiversity in the two-thirds of the ocean beyond national jurisdictions.

This marks a historic achievement for both people and the planet, safeguarding ocean life for generations to come.

"By putting love and care into what you do, your dreams can become a reality," — Caridad

From her farm in Cuba, Caridad transforms goat milk into artisanal cheeses while sharing her expertise to empower women to pursue their goals and build sustainable livelihoods.

Harsh winter conditions in Gaza are accelerating coastal erosion, putting displaced families’ shelters and critical roads at risk of flooding and damage.

In coordination with the Government Operations Room, UNSF is reinforcing the coastline by reusing over 7,060 tons of crushed debris to protect Al-Rashid Street and stabilize key roads.

These urgent measures help reduce flood risks and keep essential humanitarian routes open for communities in need.

23,000 people in Somali communities now have access to safe drinking water with the completion of two new solar-powered boreholes.

Through a -funded initiative, Somalia and the Somali Government are delivering sustainable, clean water solutions to rural communities—improving health, resilience, and quality of life.

Reliable electricity is vital in a region where summer temperatures can reach 45°C.

UNSF supported the solarization of 446 shelters, part of the 620 shelters built by , providing vulnerable families with safe, 24-hour power and improved living conditions.

In , Denys Rusnak and his team are restoring power after shelling—repairing equipment and connecting alternative energy sources.

“We give people light and heating, and that is the greatest value of our work,” says Denys.

With support from 🇩🇰 and 🇺🇳 , they receive training and essential supplies to help keep the lights on and communities safe.