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31 October 2024, Geneva, Switzerland - Florida International University (FIU), the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), and Outreach Aid to the Americas (OAA) proudly announce the ceremonial signing of a trilateral agreement to officially establish CIFAL Miami, a centre for excellence in leadership training and capacity building. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday, 25 September 2024, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM at FIU’s Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs, CIFAL Miami joins the prestigious network of CIFAL centres worldwide, working under the UNITAR framework to strengthen the capacities of public authorities, civil society leaders, and the private sector. This partnership between UNITAR, OAA, and FIU will enable CIFAL Miami to provide training, strategic learning events, and knowledge exchange programmes, promoting collaboration to address global and local challenges.
The ceremonial signing features remarks by the distinguished representatives from each of the trilateral partners, underscoring the collaborative spirit behind CIFAL Miami’s establishment, the Symbolic Signing of the Trilateral Agreement, and the ceremonial hoisting of the UN Flag, marking the launch of CIFAL Miami.
About cifal miami
CIFAL (International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders) Miami will serve as a centre of reference and excellence for building the capacity of leaders and authorities in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. Its programmes will focus on empowering local governments, civil society, and the private sector with tools to promote sustainable development in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Vision: CIFAL Miami aims to support leaders in addressing the needs of their communities and promoting sustainable development to improve citizens' quality of life.
- Mission: The centre will provide learning and training opportunities, facilitating the exchange of best practices, strategies, and innovative solutions between governments, international organizations, and private sector stakeholders.
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