The SDGs address global challenges, but their impact looks different across countries. Introducing “The SDGs, Local Impact”, a new series featuring perspectives from our #RAF2026 fellows on how the Global Goals connect to realities in their home countries. Follow along! #SDGs

RAF 2026 | FINAL DAY #RAF2026 concluded with fellows sharing stories inspired by the program and meeting Melissa Fleming, USG for Global Communications, to discuss the importance of journalism and accurate reporting. Thank you to our fellows for being part of this journey!

RAF 2026 | DAY 18 Today's sessions featured briefings on disaster preparedness and resilience, the protection of children in armed conflict, and initiatives to strengthen youth engagement and amplify young people’s voices in shaping global priorities. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 17 Day 17 explored global environmental challenges with UNEP, the role of the Secretary-General’s Spokesperson in engaging with the media, health and development through UNDP, and humanitarian coordination with OCHA to support communities affected by crises. #RAF

RAF 2026 | DAY 16 Day 16 explored freedom of expression and journalist safety, the SDGs and efforts to advance the 2030 Agenda. The day concluded with an engaging session on the UN80 Initiative and proposed reforms to improve the UN’s efficiency and effectiveness. #RAF2026

RAF 2026 | DAY 15 Day 15 featured sessions on fisheries and aquaculture with FAO, climate action and communication with DGC, and AI and emerging technologies, exploring digital cooperation and global AI governance. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 14 RAF 2026 | DAY 14 Day 14 featured sessions with UNHCR on supporting refugees and displaced communities, and on the UN’s engagement in the Middle East, exploring regional dynamics and efforts toward peace and security. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 13 Day 13 continued with the Freedom of the Press Foundation, followed by a meeting with Dag Hammarskjöld Journalism Fellows to exchange experiences on covering the UN. The day concluded with a wrap-up session with the RAF team. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 12 Day 12 explored efforts to combat terrorism, climate action and the Paris Agreement, followed by a session with WHO on global health, the SDGs and health emergencies. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 11 Day 11 featured sessions on UN media and communications, global social and development trends through research and data, and the UN’s engagement in Africa, including efforts to address conflicts and support peacebuilding and political dialogue. #RAF2026

RAF 2026 | DAY 10 Day 10 featured a meeting with RAF alumni, a session with UN Women on gender equality and the role of research and data, and a discussion on the General Assembly, ongoing UN reforms and the selection process for the next Secretary-General. #RAF2026 #Journalis

RAF 2026 | DAY 9 Day 9 featured digital security training with the Freedom of the Press Foundation, followed by a lively and thoughtful dialogue with journalism students from St. John’s University, where fellows shared their experiences and advice. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 8 RAF fellows received a briefing on emerging technologies and AI from the UN Office of Information and Communication Technology, exploring AI’s positive and negative impacts and its growing influence on journalism and society. #RAF2026 #Journalism

RAF 2026 | DAY 7 Day 7 featured a conversation with CPJ on journalist safety, data, statistics and challenges facing journalists worldwide. Fellows also discussed disarmament and AI with UNODA, before wrapping up with a look at key issues and stories to watch during UNGA. #RAF

RAF 2026 | DAY 6 Day 6 featured a meeting with Directors of the UN Information Centres (UNICs), exploring how the UN connects with local audiences and media worldwide, followed by a Dag Hammarskjöld Library training on research resources to support fellows’ reporting. #RAF2026

FELLOWS’ STORIES | RAF 2026 The “Secret Deal” Between Ibagué’s Mayor’s Office and the Centenario Park Contractor Read the full story → elolfato.com/investigacion/e… #RAF2026 #FellowStories

FELLOWS’ STORIES | RAF 2026 Duran’s Aquaman: the initiative using sports to protect children from violence. Read the full story →instagram.com/p/DZAuyD-DmJW/ youtube.com/watch?v=pc9aFx7e… #RAF2026 #FellowStories

RAF 2026 | DAY 5 🌎 Day 5 featured a meeting with ProPublica, an overview of the UN General Assembly, and a networking hour for fellows to exchange experiences and connect as young journalists from around the world. #RAF2026 #Journalism #UnitedNations

RAF 2026 | Day 4 🌍 Day 4 introduced RAF fellows to the UN’s work on peace and security, peacekeeping, and human rights — from the Security Council’s role to firsthand insights from South Sudan and the work of OHCHR around the world. #RAF2026 #UnitedNations #UN

FELLOWS’ STORIES | RAF 2026 Saidnaya is not a prison. Read the full story →sot-sy.com/article/1714 #RAF2026 #FellowStories