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What Skills Do We Need for an Inclusive Green Economy?
Raising Awareness and Building Capacities in Mauritius
07 April 2017, Port Louis, Mauritius
“Green Economy is rather an abstract term for many people in Mauritius. So, it is very helpful when we link it up to main priorities for the country, key sectors, and concrete measures and projects – as we did during the workshop”
says Ms Rubyna Boodhoo, Office of the Prime-Minister. Rubyna is one of the participants in the one-day workshop on “Inclusive Green Economy (IGE) in Mauritius: What Skills Do We Need?”, which…
UNITAR Hosts Briefing on "Strengthening Preventive Diplomacy and Multilateral Negotiation"
31 October 201, New York, United States - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) hosted the New York Briefing on “Strengthening Preventive Diplomacy and Multilateral Negotiation” in close collaboration with the Sustainable Development Goals Fund (SDG-Fund), and the Escuela Diplomática España (Diplomatic School of Spain). The briefing served as the first phase of the international conference, and focused primarily on Goal 16: Peace, justice and strong…
On the 20th of December 2022, UNITAR launched its latest initiative, the "Data analysis to inform SDG formulation and evaluation" programme. Tailored for public officials overseeing planning and evaluation, researchers seeking to delve into public policy evaluation, evaluators aiming to enhance their quantitative skills, and professionals requiring strengthened statistical and causal inference abilities, the programme stands as a comprehensive online training opportunity.
This innovative programme is UNITAR's response to the growing demand from national stakeholders for le...
15 February 2022, Geneva, Switzerland – Capacity-building on road safety management is at the core of the work of UNITAR. The Partnership for Action on Road Safety – 2021 Report summarizes some of our training activities and projects aimed at reducing deaths and injuries caused by traffic crashes. , In close collaboration with UNITAR’s network of affiliated “CIFAL” Training Centers around the world, academic institutions, and the private sector, tools, training, and knowledge-sharing services were provided to 4,835 beneficiaries from around the globe. Some of our tools incl...
15 December 2022, New York City, U.S.A. – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research New York Office lead the annual Orientation Course of the Economic and Social Council for 2022-2023. The day-long training was held in a hybrid format, with majority of attendees joining in person in the ECOSOC Chamber at the United Nations Headquarters and more attendees connecting through Webex. , Consisting of nine courses and lasting from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST, the orientation course addressed several topics such as the working methods and structure of the ECOSOC, the...
22 March 2024, Suva, Fiji - A Climate Finance Write-Shop held from 5 to 7 March in Suva, Fiji, empowered representatives from Pacific Island nations to secure vital climate finance for their communities. This collaborative effort, spearheaded by the Commonwealth Climate Finance Access Hub (CCFAH), the Pacific Community (SPC), and UNOSAT, addressed a critical need for Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS) facing the brunt of climate change., Limited fiscal resources pose a significant challenge for Pacific leaders striving to implement climate change mitigation and a...
10 November 2022, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt - The PAGE and UN partners' side event at the COP27, on November 9, discussed how circular economy principles and practices can serve as a catalyst to promoting human well-being, preserving nature, cutting pollution, and making economies more competitive. By bringing together representatives of governments, UN agencies, the private sector, think tanks and youth, the event explored the enabling factors for accelerating the global shift towards the circular economy, within the context of just, inclusive, and sustainable development.
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27-30 September, New York, USA – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) New York Office developed the Strengthening Knowledge and Skills in Multilateral Diplomacy Induction Course for Kuwaiti diplomats. The private course, attended by 13 delegates, was designed to enhance the performance of diplomats from the Permanent Mission of Kuwait to the United Nations., The first day of the training started at 10:00 AM (EST). Mr. Marco Suazo, Head of the UNITAR New York Office, welcomed the Kuwaiti delegates and Mr. Angel Angelov, former Deputy Representative...
10 February 2021, New York, USA (Virtual) – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research New York Office (NYO) successfully concluded the two-day virtual seminar entitled “Induction Course for the Members of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission.
The ambassadorial-level session of the Induction Course for the Members of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission 2021was attended by over 80 participants and provided the opportunity to discuss priorities.
H.E. Mr. Marco Suazo, UNITAR NYO Head of Office, opened the session by thanking all...
15 June 2021, Georgetown, Guyana - The current floods situation in Guyana are representative of a recurring threat to the country’s development. Prone to heavy rains leading to overflowing of its rivers, Guyana’s agricultural sector is constantly affected disaster related damages, and the local communities are vulnerable to food insecurity because of the damages to land, assets and infrastructure.
Developing climate resilience and mainstreaming gender-responsive policies is therefore key to ensuring sustainable economic growth, food security, and reducing poverty. It...