Message of HM the Queen on United Nations Day

Message of Her Majesty the Queen of the Belgians on the occasion of United Nations Day

24 October 2016

From Jordan where I am currently on a humanitarian mission, I wish everyone a happy United Nations (UN) Day. I specially thank the many UN workers for their permanent engagement.

As an advocate of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, I can see how big the humanitarian needs are in Jordan and I recognize the enormous efforts made by Jordan in order to receive refugees from the region. All refugee children need access to education and good healthcare. Many children who fled the war in Syria are in need of psychological care. This is why I am asking that a special attention be given to education and healthcare of refugees and to their mental well-being in particular.

I praise all humanitarian workers for their daily engagement that does not go without risks. I also thank the Jordan volunteers and families who give these vulnerable persons a home.

My presence on the field is a way of giving these persons a face and a voice.