9 December 2025, New York, USA — UNITAR’s office in New York, in partnership with the University of Kansas School of Law and the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, hosted a half-day programme at UN Headquarters titled Strengthening Pathways for Indigenous Peoples’ Representation at the UN.

9 December 2025, New York, USA — UNITAR’s office in New York, in partnership with the International Academy for Arts and Cultural Studies and Carnegie Hall, organized the 2025 UNGA Annual Gala Concert, an annual tradition held in celebration of the work of the United Nations General Assembly.

25 November 2025, New York, USA — In November 2025, UNITAR, in partnership with Columbia Law School’s Mediation Clinic, delivered a three-part Columbia Mediation Training Series at the United Nations Headquarters, designed to strengthen the conflict-resolution capacities of diplomats and UN staff. Led by Professor Alexandra Carter, Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Mediation Clinic, the series provided structured, practice-oriented training at the intersection of mental health, political polarization, and gender equity in mediation and peacebuilding

27 October 2025, New York, USA – On 23–24 October 2025, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) office in New York, in partnership with Harbour Education, convened the High-level School Leadership United Nations Visit and Exchange Programme at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

23 October 2025 New York, USA - On 11 September 2025, the UNITAR office in New York, in partnership with the Permanent Mission of New Zealand and the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations, hosted the 2025 Joint New Zealand-Sweden-UNITAR High-Level Fifth Committee Briefing.

19 September 2025, New York, NY - The Education for Tomorrow conference at the UN united global leaders, academics, and innovators to rethink education for the tech-driven future. Hosted by UNITAR and partners, it highlighted the role of AI, interdisciplinary learning, and a new concept called Industrialogy in promoting sustainability and global cooperation. Key launches included the Global Think Tank for STEAM Education and a hands-on workshop aligning education with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

22 September 2025, New York, USA – On 18 September 2025, the New York Office held a customised training programme titled Enhancing Competencies in Multilateral Diplomacy at the Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait. Designed to strengthen the capacity of Kuwaiti delegates, the one-day course provided an in-depth orientation to the UN system and practical tools for effective multilateral engagement.

18 September 2025, New York, USA – On 15-16 September 2025, the UNITAR office in New York, in partnership with the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore and the Forum of Small States (FOSS), convened the annual Briefing for Delegates on the General Assembly and the Main Committees. The two-day programme, held at UN Headquarters, brought together 275 participants, including newly arrived diplomats, for a comprehensive orientation to the structure, rules, and practices of the General Assembly, while also fostering a deeper understanding of its evolving role within the UN system.
This year’s edition carried special significance as it coincided with the 80th anniversary of the United Nations—a milestone moment to reflect on eight decades of multilateralism and collective action.

15 September 2025, New York, USA — The United Nations Institute for Training and Research office in New York , in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations, successfully concluded the 2025 Joint Swiss-UNITAR Briefing on Budgetary Matters, held from 8 to 10 September at United Nations Headquarters, garnering a total of 150 delegates across 3 days.

8 September 2025, New York, USA - UNITAR, in partnership with the Permanent Missions of Ecuador, Finland, and Malaysia, hosted the Transition Workshop for the 80th Office of the President of the General Assembly (OPGA). Bringing together current, former, and incoming OPGA staff, the workshop was a platform for exchanging experiences, best practices, and institutional knowledge to ensure a seamless handover to the 80th Session. This year’s edition held special significance as it coincided with the UN’s 80th anniversary—a milestone moment to reflect on eight decades of multilateralism and prepare the Assembly’s leadership for today’s complex global challenges.