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Translated in French, Arabic and Portuguese, The African Youth Charter Hustlers Initiative represents the very first initiative of the African Union (AU) with fully inclusive youth representation across the 55 Member States. The initiative was launched at a critical moment for youth on the African continent as July 2021 marks the 15th anniversary of the adoption of the African Youth Charter (AYC) - a rights-based framework that guides the engagement and empowerment of youth in Africa, enshrines their rights, duties and freedoms. Spearhead by the African Union Office of...
The conversation about the future of work has become increasingly complex as we navigate an era of unprecedented volatility and uncertainty. Many jobs that will exist in the next decade are not yet on our radar, making it challenging to envision the future of work. The landscape is changing rapidly, necessitating the embrace of new skills such as agility, resilience, and effective communication., The Role of TechnologyOne key area where these skills are indispensable is technology. Navigating the digital landscape is becoming increasingly vital. Placing technology at the se...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds immense importance in today’s rapidly advancing technological landscape, influencing nearly every facet of our personal and professional lives. The lives of people all over the world are increasingly enhanced and shaped by artificial intelligence. To organizations there are tremendous opportunities, but also risks, therefore, where do we start to plan for AI, business and the future of work?The Online Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Professional Skills is designed to bridge the knowledge gap by equipping participants with essent...
For UNITAR Division for Peace, the beginning of 2019 has been marked by a refreshed strategic vision, incorporating a number of new initiatives addressing various capacity gaps that stand in the way of the early achievement of SDG16 of Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. The overriding principle of maintaining the highest quality standards of training is strictly adhered to, and by combining traditional and innovative techniques and modes of delivery, continuous multiplication of knowledge is ensured. With the aim of further advancing its reach and impact in peace and s...
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Learning to stand in somebody else's shoes, to see through their eyes, that's how peace begins. And it's up to you to make that happen. - Barack Obama, The Former 44th President of the United States of America
, Interactive Virtual Panel Event
30th June 2021, 9:00 am -11:00 am Colombia time (CET+7), online via zoom
The Colombian society has been undergoing more than 50 years of armed conflict. Generations of Colombians carry the memories of their personal experiences of violence, exclusion, and...
UNITAR has partnered with EdApp to bring engaging and interactive lessons to the mobiles of learners around the world.
As a dedicated training arm of the United Nations, we train people from all walks of life, and from all around the world. We have a particular focus on reaching those furthest behind, and ensuring no one is left behind. We work to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and the Sustainable Development Goals.
The Division for Prosperity delivers across six thematic areas to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, including: Leaders...
Global Citizenship Training Programme: AFS Global Competence Certificate Online programme - 30 June - 25 July 2025 | UNITAR two-week field visit to New York - 28 July - 08 August 2025 | AFS Youth Leadership Summit at the end of the activity - 08 - 10 August 2025 , UNITAR is delighted to partner with AFS Intercultural Programs for the first time to deliver a joint training programme for both of its audiences. The United Nations Global Citizen Training Academy consists of three components: A four-week online training - AFS Global Compet...
UNITAR’s Chemicals and Waste Management Programme in partnership with OECD, and funded by the Government of Switzerland, organised a series of regional workshops in 2018. These workshops were aimed towards professionals working nationally or at the regional level in the nano field or broader chemicals management. Perspectives and experiences from governments, regional experts, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations were included. Thanks to the secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions for the opportunity to host this worksho...
16 September 2019, Hiroshima, Japan – As one of UNITAR Hiroshima Office’s major local engagement initiatives, the UNITAR Hiroshima Youth Ambassador Programme selects twenty students from local high schools in Hiroshima to learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and connect globally with international experts in different fields.
This programme, started in 2010, aims not only to deepen the students’ understanding of current global issues and solutions such as UN commitments and the SDGs but also to equip them with the skills required to work international...
The Division of Prosperity launched its new structure on 1 July, 2019, which saw the Hiroshima Office join with the Public Finance and Trade team in Geneva to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth through capacity development, under Division Director Mihoko Kumamoto. The Division is aligned to six training portfolios:
Entrepreneurship and Private Sector Development
Leadership and Empowerment
Finance and Trade
Anti-corruption and Combating Crime
Frontier Technologies
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, The Division is committed to boosting economic growth in Africa and organised...