The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said the shortfall has already forced the loss of 300 jobs.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk reported significant funding cuts, totaling $90 million, leading to the loss of 300 jobs and reduced monitoring of global rights abuses. Donor countries, including the US, UK, Netherlands, and Sweden, have decreased contributions, impacting humanitarian aid efforts. Turk emphasized that the financial crisis has extensive repercussions on human rights protection and compliance reviews. The UN’s humanitarian appeal for 2026 seeks $23 billion amid escalating global crises, including urgent needs in Gaza and Sudan.
