In the second quarter of 2020, well into the COVID-19 pandemic, the Multi-Year Appeal (MYA) was instrumental in translating the vision and priorities set out in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs’ (DPPA) Strategic Plan for 2020-2022 into action. The new MYA is the most ambitious appeal for funding the Department has ever issued, seeking to mobilize $45 million for this year to meet increased demand and sustain our activities. By 30 June, the Department had received $20 million in contributions and pledges, leaving a funding gap of $25 million (appeal 45 per cent funded).