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Statement to the Second Regular Session of the Executive Board 2018
… the project will be able to produce green energy at a lower cost for 50,000 individuals, and save jobs for the current employees. The project site also operates a free learning centre for school child…
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Statement by Grete Faremo to the UNOPS Executive Board
…onstruction work will include local materials, equipment and expertise, which in turn, will provide jobs – many jobs – to drive local economic growth.” Referencing the intersect between infras…
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Promoting quality infrastructure
…sector. State guarantees and our implementing role made it possible. The programs create local jobs, development of mortgage schemes and opportunity for people to own their own house. It introduces g…
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Baby boxes for Ukrainian families
…with breastfeeding and childcare tips. The boxes are supplied by a Ukrainian company, which creates jobs and supports the local economy. “It is assembled with love, to make sure that the family of a n…
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Gender parity is necessary when working in challenging locations
…local communities and countries alike. Seeing highly qualified women working across a range of jobs on UNOPS-implemented projects in their local communities can also inspire other women and girls to …
https://www.unops.org/news-and-stories/insights/gender-parity-is-necessary-when-working-in-challenging-locations -
The journey to equality can start with a safe and reliable bus service
… Pakistan from seeking employment or further education. Others have considered resigning from their jobs or discontinuing their education to avoid necessary commutes on public transport. The Sakura bus …
https://www.unops.org/news-and-stories/stories/the-journey-to-equality-can-start-with-a-safe-and-reliable-bus-service -
Landmark 100,000 green affordable homes initiative for Kenya moves forward
…the private and public sectors. The knock-on effect means unlocking new opportunities and providing jobs for local communities, which all helps drive progress towards the SDGs,” she added. The 100,000…
https://www.unops.org/news-and-stories/news/landmark-100-000-green-affordable-homes-initiative-for-kenya-moves-forward -
Landmark 100,000 affordable homes initiative for Ghana moves forward
…ted using energy-efficient solar rooftops, and manufactured locally, which will provide up to 3,000 jobs for local people. In a previous statement on the project, President Nana Akufo-Addo said: “I be…
https://www.unops.org/news-and-stories/news/landmark-100-000-affordable-homes-initiative-for-ghana-moves-forward -
Healthcare closer to home
…healthcare centres. The project is also helping improve livelihoods and local economies by creating jobs for local workers. In 2017, approximately 48,000 labour days were created for local workers, of whi…
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