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Published on August 26, 2024 - 15:32 GMT

Young Leaders are Visiting Japan to Meet with Atomic Bombing Survivors and Learn about the Consequences of Nuclear Weapons

26 August 2024, Hiroshima, Japan – Today, selected participants of the Youth Leader Fund for a World without Nuclear Weapons (YLF) begin their week-long study visit to Japan. There, they will meet with survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and …

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Published on August 26, 2024 - 15:32 GMT

UNITAR Signs a Preliminary Agreement in Iwaki for a New Training Centre

26th July 2024 - Osaka, Japan. On the 7th of August, Mr. Nikhil Seth, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of UNITAR, along with Mr. Alex Mejia, Head of the CIFAL Global Network, visited Osaka. Their purpose was to meet …

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Published on August 26, 2024 - 15:32 GMT

The Ecuador Sustainability Summit 2024 Exceeded All Expectations By Attracting Over 15,000 Visitors

26 August 2024, Geneva, Switzerland - On April 10 and 11, Ekos Magazine, UNITAR, and CIFAL Ecuador welcomed over 15,000 attendees and more than 180 organizations in the Ecuador Sustainability Summit 2024, in which 100 national and international speakers …

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Published on August 25, 2024 - 15:59 GMT

Scaling Climate Finance in Asia-Pacific

There are increasing opportunities to scale climate finance in Asia-Pacific – whether it’s through making public finance go further, or mobilising new and innovative forms of climate finance. Are you interested in learning about where these opportunities …

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Published on August 22, 2024 - 17:27 GMT

UNITAR and ICD Celebrate the First Edition of the Joint Executive Diploma

23 August 2024, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) recently successfully concluded their first edition of their joint Executive Diploma Programme in Cultural …

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Published on August 20, 2024 - 22:13 GMT

Passion Inspires Young Cambodian Diplomat to Stand For A Nuclear-Weapons-Free World

A major learning for Sam from the programme remains the importance of bonding over a common agenda for better decision-making. Negotiating for their country’s positions is a fundamental part of diplomacy, and diplomats must find a delicate balance between …

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Published on August 20, 2024 - 22:13 GMT

Gender and Climate Change focal point at the UNFCCC, for the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ministry of Environment and Sustainable ...

Angela I. Ebeleke Yoka, Gender and Climate Change focal point at the UNFCCC, for the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development Manchester, England Stepping up as a co-facilitator at COP28 negotiations on gender …

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Published on August 20, 2024 - 22:13 GMT

Planning and Logistics Support Officer at Vanuatu's National Disaster Management Office (NDMO)

Micky Welin, Planning and Logistics Support Officer at Vanuatu's National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) Vanuatu From Training to Action: Impact on Disaster Management Micky Welin's journey in disaster risk management (DRM) showcases the …

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Published on August 14, 2024 - 23:23 GMT

Call For Applications: UNITAR Sudan Livelihood Development Programme

The programme will be delivered in the following three phases. Phase I: “Resilient Growth for Prosperous Futures” (7-months, asynchronous training) In this phase, 150 selected learners will work on online learning modules on Entrepreneurship and innovation …

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Published on August 14, 2024 - 23:23 GMT

From Space to Humanitarian Response: OCHA OPT and UNOSAT Collaborative Efforts in Gaza

OCHA OPT (Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in the Occupied Palestinian Territory) activated the Emergency Mapping Service due to the escalation of conflict in Gaza on 7 October 2023. OCHA's mandate includes mobilizing and …

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Published on August 9, 2024 - 22:57 GMT

From Space to Strategy UNIDO and UNOSAT Collaborate Efforts in Gaza

Following the escalation of conflict in Gaza, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) faced significant challenges in assessing damage to industrial and business infrastructure and planning for recovery. Limited ground access and …

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Published on August 9, 2024 - 01:01 GMT

Introduction to the 2024 QCPR Training Series: Modules 1-3

The second module, "Scaling up UNDS Support for Countries to Achieve the SDGs," was held on June 13, 2024, at the United Nations Headquarters, Conference Room A. This module examined areas needing continued focus to maximize the benefits and …

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Published on August 7, 2024 - 22:34 GMT

Beyond the Game: UNITAR’s Webinar Series on Sports Diplomacy

08 August 2024, Geneva, Switzerland – Sports diplomacy is an emerging and dynamic field that leverages the universal appeal of sports to enhance knowledge sharing, promote peace, and strengthen international ties. From the Winter Olympics in South Korea to …

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Published on August 6, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

UNITAR and Qatar Leadership Centre Hosts an Immersive United Nations Fellowship for Qatar University Students

The key training sessions focused on the introduction to the United Nations System, Diplomatic Protocol and Etiquette, International Relations and Global Governance, Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution, and Leadership and Team Building. Throughout …

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Published on August 2, 2024 - 19:46 GMT

Gaza: Debris Generated by The Current Conflict Is 14 Times More Than the Combined Sum of All Debris Generated by Other Conflicts ...

1 August 2024 , Geneva, Switzerland,– The recent conflict in the Gaza Strip has produced a volume of debris that is 14 times greater than the combined total from all conflicts over the past 16 years. This finding comes from a comprehensive assessment …

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Published on August 2, 2024 - 10:49 GMT

UNITAR and IRF Trained Government Officials and Road Professionals from the Caribbean

31 July 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico – UNITAR in collaboration with the International Road Federation (IRF), and with support from AB InBev and Falconi delivered a workshop on its Management Practices for Safer Roads Toolkit in the framework of the 12th IRF …

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Published on August 2, 2024 - 10:49 GMT

Call for Applications: Women’s Leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction Training Programme 2024

2 August 2024, Hiroshima, Japan – UNITAR is accepting applications to its training programme on women’s leadership in disaster risk reduction, from learners over 18 years of age, living in or from Pacific small island developing states and Asia. Women are …

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Published on July 31, 2024 - 20:26 GMT

UNITAR and DESA Launch 2024 SDGs in Practice, a Special Event of the HLPF

31 July 2024, New York, New York - 0n July 8 - 17, 2024 The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) launched the 2024 iteration of the two organization’s long-term …

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Published on July 30, 2024 - 17:17 GMT

Geospatial Innovation: Empowering Governments for a Resilient Transformation

At a time when natural disasters are becoming more numerous and frequent, UNOSAT aims to equip all countries with geographical information systems (GIS) to make informed decisions and reduce the risks associated with these natural disasters. To this end, …

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Published on July 29, 2024 - 22:12 GMT

Enhancing Disaster Risk Management in Lao PDR with Geospatial Information Technology

Mrs Khaemeuy Chao is an employee of the technical staff of the Weather Forecasting and Warning Division, Department of Meteorology and Hydrology of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Her role …

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