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Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:16 GMT

UNITAR Launches Emergency Assistance Programme to Promote Socioeconomic Stability in Sudan

Through the programme, offered in both Arabic and English, participants will gain skills in digital literacy, entrepreneurship and climate-resilient business practices, with a focus on building micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in agribusiness and …

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Published on October 16, 2024 - 18:18 GMT

United Nations Global Leadership & ESG Programme (UNGLEP)

16 October 2024, Beijing, China - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF) have officially signed a cooperation agreement in Beijing, announcing the establishment of the United …

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Published on October 10, 2024 - 12:25 GMT

Pacific Leaders Elevate Skills to Tackle Sea and Human Security Issues in Indo-Pacific from Fiji Regional Workshop

The closing ceremony marked the culmination of the Nadi regional workshop and the second phase of the “The Leaders for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Sea and Human Security” training programme. Mr. Isami Takada, Counsellor and Deputy Chief of Mission of …

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Published on October 8, 2024 - 20:04 GMT

UNITAR NYO - 2024 QCPR Training Series Module 4

03 October 2024, New York, United States – This module, titled “Looking Forward to the 2024 QCPR,” was conducted on Wednesday, 02 October 2024, at UNHQ and via video conference. With over 130 participants, the session delved into critical aspects of the …

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Published on October 8, 2024 - 20:04 GMT

UNITAR Concludes Online Training Phase of Early Warning Systems Training Programme

In Phase 1 of the programme, the participants deepened their understanding of early warning systems, effective collaboration and timely communications through asynchronous online learning via the EdApp platform and four live virtual classrooms. The …

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Published on October 7, 2024 - 07:41 GMT

UNITAR and FAO Launch 3rd Edition of Trade and Food Security Programme for NENA Region

Previous versions of this UNITAR-FAO joint course were well received, with the most recent version offered in 2023. Participants stated that they found the methodology effective for learning, appreciating the well-planned, easy-to-follow approach and peer …

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Published on October 4, 2024 - 17:47 GMT

Future Global Youth Leaders Programme: Empowering Young Minds for a Sustainable Future

The programme culminated in a final project presentation, where participants showcased their innovative solutions to the SDG-related challenges they had researched for their country. These presentations highlighted the creativity, dedication and leadership …

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Published on October 3, 2024 - 19:42 GMT

UNITAR, The Atlantic Centre, and IMO Announce Conference on Maritime Security “Innovations and Partnerships for The Future” In ...

2 October 2024, Cidade da Praia, Cabo Verde - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the Atlantic Centre, and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are pleased to announce a major forthcoming event called "Maritime …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 20:37 GMT

Turning Up the Volume on Climate Education: The Radio Programme on Climate Change in Zimbabwe

“The radio programmes were incredibly interactive and educational,” John explains. His role involved not just broadcasting but actively engaging with the audience through live quizzes, interactive sessions, and social media. This approach allowed …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 17:05 GMT

Senior Government Officials from CIFAL Shanghai Participate in A Science, Technology, And Sustainable Development Training ...

Day four began with Mr. Kjartan Sorenson, Senior Programme Specialist, at UNITAR providing a stimulating tutorial on UNITAR and UNCTAD’s Digital Academy. The Academy equips civil servants with the skills and knowledge needed to prototype, implement, …

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Published on October 1, 2024 - 00:05 GMT

UNITAR Regional Workshop in Fiji Kicks Off for Pacific Leaders to Enhance Skills on Sea and Human Security

1 October 2024, Nadi, Fiji – On 1 October 2024, The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) welcomed over 70 participants from government institutions, NGOs, and the private sector from 8 Pacific small island countries to the regional …

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Published on September 30, 2024 - 19:07 GMT

Colombia: Unlocking The Power of Behaviour Science Against Financial Crime

To ensure the programme's effectiveness, we assembled a team of local experts to conduct a thorough needs assessment within Colombia’s AML/CFT community. This analysis allowed us to tailor the programme to the unique needs and challenges of compliance …

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Published on September 30, 2024 - 19:07 GMT

66% of the total structures in the Gaza Strip have sustained damage, UNOSAT’s analysis reveals

30 September 2024, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) has released the 9th update of its assessment of the damage inflicted on buildings in the Gaza Strip. This analysis, based on very high-resolution satellite imagery …

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Published on September 30, 2024 - 19:07 GMT

UNITAR and United Co-Creation Lab: Youth and Leaders Join Forces to Co-Create a Sustainable Future

Held on 20 September 2024, the event brought together young advocates, policymakers and experts to discuss practical approaches for integrating youth perspectives into global governance and shaping a more inclusive future. Co-creation allows us to bring …

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Published on September 30, 2024 - 08:53 GMT

HIST and UNOSAT Forge Partnership for World Heritage Conservation

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on September 6, 2024, between the International Centre on Space Technologies for Natural and Cultural Heritage (HIST) under the auspices of UNESCO and the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT). The …

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Published on September 27, 2024 - 15:45 GMT

Fleet Safety Global Training Programme Successfully Kicks-off with Inaugural Workshop

27 September 2024, New York, USA - UNITAR in collaboration with international NGO Together for Safer Roads (TSR) and with the support of AB InBev, launched the “Fleet Safety Global Training Programme” aimed at delivering joint training designed to empower …

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Published on September 27, 2024 - 10:22 GMT

Global Leaders Unite for a Digital Future of Inclusivity and Peace: UNITAR co-organized the Summit of the Future Side Event in New ...

The panel centred on the digital divide and its impact on global inclusion efforts. Panellists discussed the role of digital technologies in bridging societal gaps and promoting peace by amplifying marginalized voices. They stressed the need for inclusive …

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Published on September 26, 2024 - 13:10 GMT

63 Latin American Officials Graduate from 2024 UNITAR-FAO Training on Trade and Food Security

24 September 2024, Geneva – On 2 June 2024, 63 government officials from Latin American countries completed the second edition of a specialized training course on trade, food security, and nutrition, conducted by the United Nations Institute for Training …

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Published on September 26, 2024 - 13:10 GMT

Road Safety Partnership for Action: 5-Years of Global Impact

24 September 2024, New York, USA – On the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, UNITAR hosted its Partnership for Action on Road Safety meeting with the objective of reviewing progress, sharing new initiatives, highlighting successes …

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Published on September 25, 2024 - 19:29 GMT

AI-Driven Sustainable Solutions to Overcome Global Challenges: Event Report

Over 40 individuals gathered in person for the two afternoon panel discussions. UNITAR Division for Prosperity Director Mihoko Kumamoto opened the floor, saying: AI can help accelerate all areas of sustainable development. Simultaneously, we all know that …

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