UN International Training and Research Center Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on June 5, 2024 - 15:54 GMT

Embracing New Technologies for Cultural Preservation in Ukraine - Serhii's Journey

Practical Workshops: A Crucial Learning Tool One of the significant elements of Serhii’s professional development has been his participation in the UNOSAT training programme and the practical workshop at the end of the training week. The practical …

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Published on June 5, 2024 - 15:54 GMT

Breastfeeding Today & Beyond

4 June 2024, Geneva, Switzerland - In celebration of World Food Safety Day 2024, let's shine a spotlight on the incredible benefits of breastfeeding for both babies and mothers. Breastfeeding is a natural and safe way to provide essential nutrients to …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 16:24 GMT

Developing Africa’s Workforce for Health Products Manufacturing

31 May 2024, Geneva, Switzerland – UNITAR, Africa CDC, and Empower School of Health hosted a side event at The World Health Assembly. The event, held at UNITAR Headquarters, featured a panel discussion on the challenges faced by Africa in workforce …

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Published on May 30, 2024 - 18:13 GMT

Hong Kong Teen Helps Youth Design Their Futures

Agnes’s path was not without challenges. She faced scepticism from people about her age and experience. At times, these doubts crept into her mind, making her question her chosen path. The biggest problem is people don’t trust us. It’s like, ‘Oh, you’re 15 …

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Published on May 30, 2024 - 16:40 GMT

UNITAR Signs Global Charter to Launch the Fair Pay Foundation

Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world, behind water, and holds significant economic and cultural significance. While it is only produced in a few regions, it is consumed everywhere. The Fair Pay Foundation aims to deliver at least 3 million …

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Published on May 28, 2024 - 19:15 GMT

Call For Applications: Entrepreneuship and Innovation

28 May 2024, Hiroshima, Japan – UNITAR calls for applications for its “Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Promoting Food Security and Economic Development in Egypt, Iraq and Lebanon” training programme for young entrepreneurs from ages 18-45 in Egypt, Iraq …

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Published on May 28, 2024 - 19:15 GMT

UNITAR to Collaborate with City University of Seattle on Joint Degree or Certificate Programmes

At City University of Seattle, we are committed to empowering future leaders through innovative education and collaborative initiatives. This partnership will enhance our ability to drive sustainable and inclusive economic development worldwide.” – Mihoko …

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Published on May 28, 2024 - 13:14 GMT

Empowering Pacific Resilience: UNOSAT's Technological and Capacity Building Initiatives

28 May 2024, Geneva, Switzerland - In the vast expanse of the Pacific, where the azure waters meet lush islands, the threat of climate change is not distant, but a reality deeply anchored in the present. Rising sea levels, frequent flooding, and coastal …

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Published on May 27, 2024 - 16:16 GMT

UNITAR Focus on Capacity Building for Enhanced Communications and Visibility for DCoC/JA Signatories

27 May 2024, Online - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Djibouti Code of Conduct (DCoC) Secretariat proudly announce the inception of a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at bolstering capacity in visibility for the …

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Published on May 27, 2024 - 16:16 GMT

The Atlantic Centre and UNITAR Sign MoU

27 May 2024, Lisbon, Portugal - The Atlantic Centre and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research's (UNITAR) Division for Peace today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on training and capacity …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 18:10 GMT

“I Wanted to Address Real Problems”: Filipino Youth Ambassador Helps Youth Respond to Calamities

Guiane started to look for gaps in the local emergency response and came up with the “Youth Emergency Task Force” initiative, which looks to mobilize youth as first responders, equipping them with the skills to assist during calamities. He says his …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 18:10 GMT

“Build Your Business for Scalability”: Tanzanian Entrepreneur Gloria Loishiye

Gloria found out about the 2023 UNITAR entrepreneurship and financial literacy training programme through an email in her mailbox. The promising benefits of the programme and its focus on women’s empowerment caught her attention, and she decided to apply. …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 18:10 GMT

Raising Breast Cancer Awareness Among Disadvantaged Women in Iraq: Dr. Mawadah Arif Hammadi

Among her experiences in Japan, the visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park stands out in Mawadah’s memory. She recounts how families could only infer that a loved one had been killed by the atomic bomb by objects they found in the rubble, like a watch …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 17:02 GMT

UNITAR Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV)

22 May 2024, Geneva, Switzerland – On 6 May 2024, UNITAR and Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop and implement training programmes and organize summits, webinars, workshops and training sessions, as well as …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 17:02 GMT

UNITAR and ICBA Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Empowerment of Youth and Women

We are excited to partner with UNITAR as this partnership will enable ICBA to share its scientific expertise and know-how with a larger number of stakeholders, particularly youth and women, around the world. ICBA and UNITAR have a shared goal and mission …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 17:02 GMT

Call For Applications: 2024 UNITAR Hiroshima Youth Ambassador Programme: Leaders for A New Era

23 May 2024, Hiroshima, Japan – UNITAR Hiroshima Office and the UNITAR Association invite motivated Hiroshima high school students to apply for the “2024 UNITAR Youth Ambassador Programme: Leaders for a New Era." The programme will run from 30 June to …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 17:02 GMT

Autosobriety Training Camp Widely Engaging Youth in China to Create Safer Roads

24 May 2024, Shanghai, China – The “Autosobriety Training Camp” aims to enhance participants’ knowledge about the dangers of drinking and driving by learning and testing. It consists of a dedicated digital training platform for college students to provide …

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Published on May 20, 2024 - 20:00 GMT

Workshop on UN General Assembly and Security Council Relations

Panel 1 was moderated by H.E. Ana Paula Zacarias, Permanent Representative of Portugal to the UN. In this discussion, H.E. Yamazaki Kazuyuki, Permanent Representative of Japan to the UN, stated that the procedures and practices of the Security Council are …

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Published on May 15, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

Promoting Agritech in South Sudan: UNITAR Alum Kuena James

James’s journey took a transformative turn when he responded to a call to join the UNITAR programme Great Ideas Space 2023: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Promoting Health Security and Economic Development. The programme began with online training …

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Published on May 14, 2024 - 17:43 GMT

Call for Applications: Sea and Human Security Training – Leaders for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

The programme is open to motivated government officials and others from the private sector and civil society organizations, who are: eager to learn and apply new knowledge to enhance sea and human security keen to succeed and make a positive impact on …

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