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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
20 March 2026, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the University of Surrey have established a new collaboration to offer traineeship opportunities for Surrey students at UNITAR headquarters in Geneva, …
11 March 2026, Apia, Samoa – On 9 March, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) welcomed 12 emerging leaders from six countries across the Pacific Islands to a regional workshop in Apia for the “Women’s Leadership in Tsunami-based …
10 March 2026, New York/Geneva – When crises hit, the first 48 hours can determine how quickly communities recover. Which areas get help first, which roads and hospitals reopen, and how services are restored all depend on accurate, early data. The United …
This action builds ongoing cooperation between CIFAL Mérida and regional partners to promote socially responsible airport management. Similar initiatives have been implemented in other airports in the region, demonstrating a growing commitment to embedding …
26 February 2026, Geneva, Switzerland - The executive training programme, Future-proofing Business and the Economy is designed to equip senior leaders with the insights, tools, and confidence to navigate accelerating global change and the green transition …
24 February 2026, Kigali, Rwanda - The LEAP-FAST consortium convened a high-level roundtable and expert interactive dialogue entitled “Future-Ready Higher Education Leadership: The Role of the CIFAL Global Network and LEAP-FAST in Transforming Institutions …
24 February 2026, Geneva, Switzerland - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) partnered with the United Nations Offices at Geneva, Vienna and Nairobi to develop an online course on “Working in a Multilingual Environment” in all …
The aim of this Master’s degree is to support the development of the next generation of leaders in the international sphere. Upon successful completion of the UOC–UNITAR programme, graduates are equipped to address issues related to foreign engagement …
Established in 1995 after the Rio Earth Summit, the IOMC was created to enhance international coordination on chemical safety and address the growing risks posed by hazardous substances to human health and the environment. The initiative currently brings …
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