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The Master of Science in Sustainability Management, developed by UNITAR in partnership with Schiller University, is a 10-month postgraduate programme designed for those who want to gain expertise, integrate sustainability, and drive positive change in business management. This programme equips students with the tools to develop successful careers in global development, ecology, economics and policy. They will learn how to position themselves for career growth in the emerging field of sustainability, lead initiatives within organizations, and contribute to positive societal ...
10 September 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – As the world faces pressing challenges to sustainable development, young scientists are at the forefront of innovation and change. To recognize and encourage outstanding contributions, the World Association of Young Scientists (WAYS), the Wenzhou Growth Foundation for Young Scientists, and the UNITAR Affiliated Center – Global SDGs and Leadership Development Center, with the support of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), have jointly launched the 2025 Young Scientist Sustainable Development...
Luisa Taunga, Secretary at Tonga’s National Disaster Risk Management Office, leads the Research and Training division focusing on disaster preparedness and response.In 2017, Luisa joined the first cohort of the UNITAR women’s leadership and disaster risk reduction training. She returned as a resource person for the 2023 training.Tonga’s vulnerability to disasters causes major challenges, particularly for remote islands with limited resources.Inspired by what she saw in Japan, Luisa designed and ran disaster risk reduction workshops for children and youth to increase communi...
UNITAR organizes training in the form of workshops, seminars and fellowships where participants, mostly professionals from developing countries, learn from each other and share their experiences and the common issues they are facing. This can be done through face-to-face events as well as online courses.
AboutUnderstanding how social norms act as powerful constraints on individual attitudes and behaviours is crucial for effective policy interventions. Moreover, changing road users’ behaviour on the risk factors for road traffic injuries (speed, drink–driving, and the failure to use helmets, seat belts and child restraints properly or at all) is essential to improve road safety.Based on this, UNITAR developed an innovative tool to support local and national efforts in the study of social norms for improving road safety.The ob...
From 7 to 11 July 2025, UNITAR will be participating in the AI for Good Global Summit and the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), both held at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland. These events unite leading thinkers, decision-makers, and practitioners to advance the responsible and ethical use of digital technologies in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals., Our Executive Director, Ms. Michelle Gyles-McDonnough, will represent UNITAR in impactful high-level activities.UN Leaders Roundtable LunchTuesday, 8 July | 12:30–13:45 | PalexpoMs. Michelle Gyles-McDonnou...
Forty-eight high school students from Hiroshima completed UNITAR Hiroshima's Youth Ambassador Programme in August 2022.
Youth Ambassadors Koua Miyamoto and Shiori Harada shared their motivations and learning experiences.
UNITAR Division for Prosperity aims to deepen the student's understanding of global issues and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), equip them with the skills of initiating and driving their projects, and allow them to connect globally with international experts and other young activists.
, 27 February 2023, Hiroshima, Japan – Forty-eigh...
UNITAR offers different types of training and courses, some of which are open to the public and others are limited to specific target audiences such as diplomats or civil servants. Please note on the event description you're interested in if you are eligible under the criteria. UNITAR also offers a number of free online courses that can be taken by anyone, anywhere in the world.
March 8-9 2023, Doha Qatar - This year, the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) is in its 20th year of journey. Much has progressed, but the challenge of effectively implementing the convention remains a question. Guided by the need to further engage parliament and parliamentarians in UNCAC and to explore possible areas where legislators and legislative institution can fully maximize their potential to strengthen the convention implementation effectively, the Global Organization of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (GOPAC) and UNITAR are organizing a...
The Master's in Climate, Energy and Humanitarian Action, jointly developed by Loughborough University and UNITAR, addresses the urgent and interconnected challenges of climate change, sustainable energy, and humanitarian response. The programme fosters innovation, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to drive climate resilience, energy transitions, and sustainable development in complex global contexts. As climate-related disasters and energy crises intensify, humanitarian and development professi...