UN International Training and Research Center Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on April 14, 2026 - 12:52 GMT

UNITAR Training Upskills Leaders in Disaster Risk Reduction with Insights from Pacific and Japanese Experiences

Online Global Track Phase II was divided into two tracks to maximize learning opportunities for participants: an online global track and an in-person Pacific track. Twenty-four participants from non-Pacific countries joined the global track, held from 3 to …

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Published on April 14, 2026 - 12:52 GMT

Strengthening Impaired Driving Enforcement in Poland

10 April 2026, Geneva, Switzerland – UNITAR’s affiliated International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders in Poland (CIFAL Płock) concluded a series of training workshops for local and regional law enforcement agencies in Poland aimed at …

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Published on April 11, 2026 - 11:15 GMT

UNITAR Advances Water Capacity Development and Knowledge at 43rd UN-Water Meeting

UNITAR also featured prominently in discussions on the UN Water Conference Academic Hub, a new digital platform co-led by United Nations University (UNU), United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and UNITAR, in …

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Published on April 7, 2026 - 22:50 GMT

CIFAL Flanders to Brussels: A New Chapter in Sustainable Leadership

Established in 2014 as CIFAL Flanders, this centre affiliated with UNITAR, offers a wide range of activities related to leadership for sustainability through training workshops, seminars, conferences, and online courses. More than a decade on from its …

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Published on April 7, 2026 - 22:49 GMT

UNITAR and Permanent Mission of Singapore Host Delegates Briefing on Multilateralism in Practice

6 April 2026, New York, USA - On 30 March 2026, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of Singapore to the United Nations, convened a timely hybrid briefing for delegates on Multilateralism in …

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Published on April 1, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

Webinar: Food Waste Prevention in Practice: Learning, Policy, and Community Solutions

31 March 2026, Geneva, Switzerland - On 2 April 2026, UNITAR will host the webinar “Food Waste Prevention in Practice: Learning, Policy, and Community Solutions” in the context of the International Day of Zero Waste. The 90-minute online event will bring …

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Published on April 1, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

Climate Learning Takes Center Stage in Liberia: Stakeholders Validate National Assessment and Outline Strategy

31 March 2026, Geneva, Switzerland - Liberia has taken an important step toward strengthening its national capacity to respond to climate change through education, professional training, and public awareness. On March 3 and 4, stakeholders from government …

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Published on March 30, 2026 - 20:16 GMT

Leadership and Sustainability: 2025, A Year of Transformation at CIFAL Málaga

One of the centre's most significant achievements in 2025 has been the establishment of its Virtual Classroom as a genuine benchmark for academic excellence. Among its standout training offerings, a hybrid course on Sustainability and Multilateralism …

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Published on March 30, 2026 - 20:16 GMT

UNITAR and Intas Pharmaceuticals announce collaboration to expand Plasma4Life to India

30 March 2026, Geneva, Switzerland - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and Intas Pharmaceuticals Limited (Intas) have agreed to collaborate on the expansion of the Plasma4Life initiative to India. Building on Plasma4Life’s …

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Published on March 24, 2026 - 19:31 GMT

CIFAL Philippines: Building Sustainability Leaders Across the Nation

One of the flagship initiatives of 2025 was the UP-Sustainability Caravan, a system-wide training programme that brought together faculty, staff, and institutional leaders from all eight UP constituent universities. The Caravan culminated in the UP …

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Published on March 23, 2026 - 16:08 GMT

World Water Day 2026: Advancing Gender Equality in Water Governance

Water is fundamental to human health, food security, ecosystems, and economic development. However, the impacts of water scarcity and inadequate services are not experienced equally. Globally, women and girls are disproportionately affected by limited …

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Published on March 20, 2026 - 04:49 GMT

UNITAR Announces the “Maritime Cyber Lab 2026 – From Risk to Resilience” in Brussels

Oceans connect continents, economies, and societies, while maritime routes form the backbone of international trade and global supply chains. Maritime critical infrastructure, such as ports, port facilities, and vessels, is increasingly exposed to …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 09:58 GMT

UNITAR and University of Gloucestershire launch MSc in Sustainable Global Futures

The programme engages with the full range of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), recognizing the interdependence of social, economic, environmental and governance dimensions of sustainable development. Particular emphasis is placed on addressing …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 09:57 GMT

The Future of Sport: Training to Win in a Changing Climate

Climate change is increasingly affecting the world of sport, from extreme heat impacting athlete performance to storms damaging infrastructure and disrupting events. Addressing these challenges starts with building knowledge and capacity across the sector …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 09:57 GMT

Planet - Scycle's Contribution Towards Sustainable and Circular Electronics Systems

A particularly strong demonstration of SCYCLE’s influence is its current engagement in the European Commission’s Impact Assessment of the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, conducted jointly with Norion, 3Drivers and Ricardo …

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Published on March 15, 2026 - 18:32 GMT

Using Better Data to Break the Cycle of Permanent Crisis

We are stuck in response mode. But what good is an ambulance without a hospital? Climate shocks are intensifying. Conflict is at record levels. Economies are fragile. Humanitarian appeals grow larger each year, while donor countries prioritise domestic and …

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Published on March 14, 2026 - 13:44 GMT

Call for Applications: Pathway to Prosperity: Upskilling Selangor’s Professionals for a Digital Future (Cohort 2)

13 March 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is pleased to announce a call for applications for the “Pathway to Prosperity: Upskilling Selangor’s Professionals for a Digital Future” course. This free …

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Published on March 13, 2026 - 13:03 GMT

Call for Applications: Gender Empowerment Now! – Women, Peace and Security Cycle 6

The selected participants will first undergo intensive training of trainer sessions online, after which they will implement in-person community workshops in their respective countries to strengthen local engagement in gender equality, women’s empowerment …

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Published on March 13, 2026 - 13:03 GMT

Gateways to Pathways Forum Connects Talent and Industry to Advance Inclusive Economic Development in York Region

Ms. Michelle Gyles-McDonnough, Executive Director of UNITAR emphasized the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in addressing labour market challenges. “Employers need skilled talent, while many capable individuals face barriers to meaningful …

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Published on March 13, 2026 - 13:02 GMT

Strengthening Road Safety in Asia-Pacific: SM4A4L Drives Solutions for the Region

12 March 2026, Geneva, Switzerland – The Safe Mobility 4 All & 4 Life (SM4A4L) Initiative is a joint effort of UNITAR, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and FIA Foundation aimed at advancing road safety globally. The 1st edition …

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