FEATURED: UPU bolsters solidarity effort for Ukraine
The UPU has launched an additional channel of support for the Ukrainian Post (Ukrposhta) through its Quality of Service Fund (QSF). Contributions through the QSF will help support the reconstruction of postal infrastructure and restoration of postal services in conjunction with the UPU’s Emergency and Solidarity Fund (ESF).
UPU Director General Masahiko Metoki: “Solidarity is a founding principle of the UPU.”
Countries wishing to donate funds through their QSF account may contact the QSF Secretariat: faqs-projets@upu.int.
To showcase postal solidarity in action, the UPU is collecting examples of how Posts are already supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. The list is accessible through this link. To add your support initiatives to the page, please contact us at communication@upu.int.
Partnerships
Japan provides UPU 2 million USD to support sustainable development, pledges funds for Ukraine
Japan’s Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications has announced the government’s voluntary contribution of 260,597,000 Japanese Yen (2 million USD) to UPU projects on disaster risk management, digital transformation, e-commerce and other initiatives supporting sustainable development objectives.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), a UN agency mandated to assist and protect refugees, works hand in hand with essential social service providers on the ground, including the Post. From cash assistance programmes to information campaigns and social integration – Posts are very welcome partners to support refugees on their challenging journey. Learn more first-hand in a special interview with Anja Klug, Head of UNHCR Office for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, on Voice Mail episode 11.
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Postal innovations
New UPU study decodes blockchain’s benefits for the Post
The UPU’s newest study, Blockchains for a Sustainable Postal Future, provides a better understanding of the potential use of the distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) and blockchain in the postal sector, particularly within two domain areas: improving postal logistics and facilitating inclusive postal financial services.
Posts have supported health services for more than a century, distributing essential public health information, reducing social isolation and providing access to medicines. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted their potential as a partner in promoting health, well-being and access to healthcare. Postal workers are more than just a friendly face – they are a bridge to healthier and more resilient communities.
When the residents of Crumlin in Dublin 12, Ireland, receive their mail in the morning, they probably have little idea that it has been delivered by one of Ireland’s successful League of Ireland football players. Read story.
Health comes first at PHLPost
A safe and healthy workforce makes way for a stronger postal operation that is better able to serve its community. Read story.
Canada Post makes work safe
Canada Post’s new safety programme, Make It Safe, Make It Home, or MISMIH, will help the Post shift its culture toward a safety mindset. Read story.
UPU Blog: Ghana Post supports community well-being through preventive healthcare
Recognizing the importance of health and well-being, Ghana Post is a longstanding champion and a source of best practices in the provision of both treatment and preventive healthcare services to its employees and beyond.
We are open to contributions! Email us at communication@upu.intto have your postal blog featured or to make your suggestions of podcast topics and guests.
9 May 2022: The Future of Direct Marketing in an Ever-Changing World, Berne and online
On the first day of the POC (S1), the UPU Direct Marketing Advisory Board invites delegates to attend its General Assembly, which will feature a presentation by the keynote speaker Jonathan Margulies, Winterberry Group, at 2 pm CEST.
