Karl Frederick Paul
GambiapoliticianMale7.8Global Dominance: 0.00%Karl Frederick Paul is the UN Resident Coordinator in The Gambia, where he plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable development and youth engagement. He recently emphasized the importance of the newly launched Adolescent and Youth Advisory Group (AYAG) in ensuring that the voices of young people are heard and integrated into UN policies, highlighting the group's diverse representation and potential impact on national decision-making.
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Karl Frederick Paul, UN Resident Coordinator to The Gambia, described Mansa Kunda as a platform for dialogue and children's engagement with decision-makers.
Gov’t vows to amplify children’s voices amid interface with youth parliamentGambia· 2026-08-11
Karl-Frédérick Paul was speaking recently during activities marking the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons held at African Princess.
UN urges adaptive response as traffickers shift to online scams in GambiaGambia· 2026-08-05UN Resident Coordinator Karl-Frédérick Paul highlighted the broader benefits of healthier mangroves.
PROREFISH Gambia Partners’ Forum 2026 was timelyGambia· 2026-07-30
Karl-Frédérick Paul noted that the project’s benefits extend beyond fisheries, contributing to better nutrition and stronger local economies.
FAO, Gov’t partnership to build climate-resilient fisheriesGambia· 2026-07-29
United Nations Resident Coordinator Karl Frédérick Paul said the initiative reflects the strength of partnership among UN agencies and government institutions in supporting national priorities.
Young Gambians unveil digital innovations to transform children’s livesGambia· 2026-07-09
Mr Karl-Frederick Paul, the UN Resident Coordinator in Gambia, visited the newspaper The Point to celebrate its long-standing fight for press freedom.
Le Coordinateur Résident de l’Organisation des Nations Unies (ONU) célèbre le combat de longue date du quotidien The Point pour la liberté de la presseGambia· 2026-02-03
UN Resident Coordinator Karl Frederick Paul commended the leadership of the Government and reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to supporting national peace-building priorities.
Foreign Ministry PS receives UN Peacebuilding Fund Technical TeamGambia· 2025-12-17
Karl Frederick Paul, UN Resident Coordinator in The Gambia, recalled that 80 years in a world devastated by war, nations came with courage and with conviction to lay the foundation of a global architecture for peace and the protection of human dignity.
UN@80: Gambia reaffirms commitment to principles enshrined in UN CharterGambia· 2025-11-14
UN Resident Coordinator Karl Frederick Paul, emphasised the United Nations' commitment to supporting The Gambia's development efforts.
EU, UN launch €3.8M migrants projectGambia· 2025-10-30
UN Resident Coordinator Karl Frédérick Paul described the right to food as 'more than the absence of hunger,' highlighting its connection to dignity, culture, and sustainability.
National dialogue pushes for action on hunger, nutritionGambia· 2025-09-18
United Nations Resident Coordinator Karl Frederick Paul described the AGM as a significant institutional milestone and a moment for collective reflection.
TANGO AGM calls for renewed civic advocacy amid growing challengesGambia· 2025-08-29
Karl Frederick Paul is the UN Resident Coordinator who spoke about the role of civil society organizations in social progress.
UN Resident Coordinator lauds role of CSOs in amplifying social progressGambia· 2025-08-29Mr. Karl-Frederick Paul, United Nations Resident Coordinator in The Gambia, was also among the key speakers at the workshop.
Gambia, partners move to strengthen capacity for achieving SDG 6Gambia· 2025-08-12
Karl Frederick Paul, United Nations Resident Coordinator in The Gambia, expressed delight to be associated with the event.
WFP, ITC joint project seeks to transform local food systems in FonisGambia· 2025-07-31
UN Resident Coordinator, Karl Frederick Paul, highlighted the need for policies that prioritise human dignity and sustainable futures.
VP calls for urgent investment in youth health, empowermentGambia· 2025-07-16
Mr. Karl Frederick Paul, United Nations Resident Coordinator, outlined his institution’s commitment to protecting the rights of children across the region.
NAMs trained on Minimum Standards on Child Care Residential CentresGambia· 2025-06-25
Mr Karl Frederick Paul, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in The Gambia, praised Marina International School for its longstanding contribution to education.
Special Report: Marina International School graduates class of 2025Gambia· 2025-06-24
Karl Frédérick Paul is the UN Resident Coordinator.
Sonja Arup honoured as deputy chief fire officer of Gambia Fire and Rescue ServiceGambia· 2025-06-05
Karl Frederick Paul, United Nations Resident Coordinator for The Gambia, pointed out that corruption diverts resources from essential services.
Gambia hosts regional workshop on use of UN Human Rights MechanismsGambia· 2025-04-24
Karl Frederick Paul, UN Resident Coordinator, praised the NHRC’s commitment to transparency and alignment with international standards.
NHRC presents 2024 State of Rights ReportGambia· 2025-04-14
UN Resident Coordinator Karl Frédérick Paul underscored the importance of the project.
KMC hands over park worth 6.5M to Kotu residentsGambia· 2025-04-14
Mr. Karl Frederick Paul stated that the roadmap we create today will not only serve as a replacement but will also build upon and enhance ongoing efforts in the country.
NDMA, partners hold consultative workshop on Early Warning for AllGambia· 2025-03-21
Karl Frederick Paul, UN Resident coordinator in The Gambia, emphasised the significance of youth engagement in shaping policies that impact their lives.
UN launches adolescent, youth advisory groupGambia· 2025-02-24
