The Coordinating Committee for International Staff Unions and Associations of the United Nations System (CCISUA) staff federation recently conducted a quick survey among its member unions to gather their thoughts on the UN80 initiative. The results of the survey have revealed a lack of confidence in the way UN80 is being led and implemented, as well as disappointment in the current state of affairs.
The UN80 initiative was launched in 2015 to mark the 80th anniversary of the United Nations. Its aim was to revitalize the organization and make it more effective in addressing global challenges. However, five years down the line, it seems that the initiative has not lived up to its promises.
The survey, which was conducted among staff members from various UN agencies, revealed that a majority of the respondents expressed a lack of confidence in the leadership and implementation of UN80. They believe that the initiative has not been able to bring about the desired changes and has failed to address the pressing issues faced by the organization.
One of the main concerns raised by the respondents was the lack of transparency and inclusivity in the decision-making process of UN80. Many felt that their voices were not being heard and that the initiative was being driven by a select few without taking into consideration the opinions and suggestions of the wider UN staff community.
Moreover, the survey also highlighted the disappointment of the respondents in the slow progress of UN80. Despite being in its fifth year, the initiative has not been able to achieve its set goals and has been plagued by delays and setbacks. This has led to a sense of frustration and disillusionment among the UN staff, who were hopeful that UN80 would bring about positive changes in the organization.
The lack of concrete results and tangible outcomes of UN80 has also been a cause of concern for the respondents. Many feel that the initiative has not been able to deliver on its promises and has not made a significant impact on the functioning of the United Nations. This has led to a sense of skepticism and doubt among the UN staff, who were initially optimistic about the potential of UN80.
The survey also revealed that the respondents were disappointed with the lack of resources and support provided for the implementation of UN80. Many felt that the initiative was not given the necessary attention and resources it required to be successful. This has resulted in a lack of motivation and enthusiasm among the UN staff, who feel that their efforts are not being recognized or supported.
In light of these findings, it is evident that there is a need for a reassessment of the UN80 initiative. The concerns raised by the respondents must be addressed, and their voices must be heard in the decision-making process. The initiative must also be given the necessary resources and support to ensure its success.
As the CCISUA staff federation, we urge the leadership of UN80 to take into consideration the feedback from the survey and work towards addressing the concerns of the UN staff. We believe that with the right approach and support, UN80 can still achieve its goals and bring about positive changes in the United Nations.
In conclusion, the survey conducted by CCISUA has shed light on the current state of UN80 and the sentiments of the UN staff towards the initiative. It is now up to the leadership of UN80 to take the necessary steps to regain the trust and confidence of the UN staff and make the initiative a success. We remain hopeful that with the right actions and efforts, UN80 can still fulfill its promise of revitalizing the United Nations and making it more effective in addressing global challenges.
