1 July 2025, Hiroshima, Japan — A group of passionate alumni from the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Early Warning System (EWS) training programme is turning learning into action in the Solomon Islands.

1 July 2025, Hiroshima, Japan - For seven years, Mariya Asagi from Japan worked in educational and humanitarian NGOs in Afghanistan, Laos, and Myanmar. Motivated by her goal of joining the United Nations, she participated in the Primary Course of The Programme for Global Human Resource Development for Peacebuilding and Development in early 2025, sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and held online and in Hiroshima and Tokyo, Japan, in January and February 2025.

30 June 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - UN CC: Learn has reached a major milestone—500,000 certificates of completion issued to learners worldwide! This achievement reflects the growing global commitment to climate education and action. Keep reading to learn more about this milestone and its impact!

30 June 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - GEMS Legacy School in Dubai has been ranked the 1st green school in the UAE, proving that climate action and quality education go hand in hand. Under Ms. Asha Alexander’s leadership, students gain climate literacy through UN CC:Learn courses, turning knowledge into measurable action. Learn how this school is inspiring the next generation of climate leaders.

30 June 2025, Rabat, Morocco – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) successfully concluded its third regional workshop on "Future-Proofing Airport Development: Harnessing Technology to Streamline Terminal Operations" in Rabat, Morocco on 24-25 June 2025. The two-day intensive workshop brought together over 30 aviation professionals from 13 countries across Africa, Europe, and North America to explore cutting-edge technologies transforming airport operations.

29 June 2025, Hiroshima, Japan - Twenty-four (24) youth in high schools from Hiroshima prefecture gathered at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Hiroshima Office on 29 June 2025 for the launch of the 2025 “UNITAR Hiroshima Youth Ambassador Programme: Leaders for a New Era”.

In March 2025, two consecutive earthquakes—measuring 7.7 and 6.7 magnitude — struck central Myanmar, causing widespread destruction. In the worst-affected areas, the earthquakes left 6.3 million people in urgent need of assistance and protection. Prior to the disaster, 4.3 million people were already in need in these areas. The earthquake pushed an additional 2 million people into crisis.

25 June 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - The impacts of climate change are being felt across every aspect of society, and the world of sports is no exception. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and environmental degradation are disrupting training schedules, damaging infrastructure, and affecting athletes’ performance. At the same time, the sports sector itself contributes approximately 1% of annual global greenhouse gas emissions. With its broad appeal and influence, sport holds unique potential to lead by example and mobilize collective action for the planet.

24 June 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - UNITAR, in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of Peru to the United Nations Office in Geneva, successfully concluded a high-level four-day workshop on public policy for social development.

24 June 2025, Shenzhen, China – UNITAR Prosperity Alliance Shenzhen (Greater Bay Area [GBA]) held its inaugural meeting to begin its work in deepening international cooperation and advancing sustainable innovation. It follows the signing of the letter of agreement between UNITAR and Prosperity Alliance Shenzhen (GBA) on 11 April 2025. The inaugural meeting focused on aligning the Alliance’s mission, vision, core objectives and strategic workplan with UNITAR’s mandate.