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April 2019 is a remarkable date for UNITAR and its Division for Multilateral Diplomacy as it marks the launch of first ever e-learning course on Frontier Diplomacy. The first edition of the course charts new direction for training in diplomacy by combining developments in Information Technology with traditional human orientated approach to diplomacy.
The course will span over six weeks and cover the most pressing aspects of Information and Communication Technology perceived through the prism of contemporary diplomacy its practices, procedures and dynamics. The modules of ...
Established in 2022, the International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders in Saudi Arabia (CIFAL Saudi Arabia) was established in collaboration with Majmaah University which has a particular interest in promoting training activities related to economic development, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability and encouraging academics, researchers, and specialists to play a greater role that contributes to achieving this vision.CIFAL Saudi Arabia's objective is to provide a range of learning opportunities and facilitate knowledge sharing between p...
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...
The increase in disaster occurrences and the high numbers of victims resulting from conflicts are urgent issues that require effective and rapid action. Satellite imagery analysis is a vital tool essential in this response, as it can cover large areas and provide accurate information in near real time. The Emergency Mapping Service (EMS) at the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) supported by funding from the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (NMFA), delivers satellite image analysis during humanitarian emergencies/crises that stem from disasters, complex emer...
On 18 September 2020, the UN CC:Learn community celebrated the issuance of 100,000 certificates of course completion on our e-learning platform - a milestone for climate literacy worldwide. On this occasion, an event was held with high-level representatives from the United Nations, including the Deputy Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, Mr. Ovais Sarmad, the Deputy Secretary-General of WMO, Ms. Elena Manaenkova, the Executive Director of UNITAR, Mr. Nikhil Seth, as well as Ms. Janine Kuriger, Head of Division at the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperati...
Micky Welin's career in disaster risk management (DRM) highlights the intersection of education, proactive initiative, and collaborative efforts in building capacity for disaster preparedness and response. In his capacity as the Planning and Logistics Support Officer at the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) in Vanuatu, Micky Welin's journey highlights the transformative potential of targeted capacity-building efforts., The turning point for Micky Welin emerged when he realized the need to acquire advanced skills in geographic information technology (GIT) in the co...
11 December 2020, Geneva, Switzerland - On three dates in December 2020 (7, 10, 11), UNITAR and UN Statistics Division hosted an online workshop for the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on the uses and applications of the updated StaTact online tool for resolving short-term tactical data problems.
The workshop was action-oriented, designed to apply StaTact as a pilot to a number of PSA priorities and develop realistic action plans that the PSA could then go on to implement. Prior to the workshop, the PSA submitted some real-life problems they were facing, and pa...
24 September 2024, New York, USA – On the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, UNITAR hosted its Partnership for Action on Road Safety meeting with the objective of reviewing progress, sharing new initiatives, highlighting successes and priorities, and foster connections among road safety leaders to enhance collaboration and multiply effective interventions.The Partnership for Action on Road Safety is a collaboration between UNITAR and AB InBev to build capacity of government authorities to implement holistic and evidence-based approaches that improve r...
At a time when natural disasters are becoming more numerous and frequent, UNOSAT aims to equip all countries with geographical information systems (GIS) to make informed decisions and reduce the risks associated with these natural disasters. To this end, UNOSAT has set up the project ‘Strengthening Capacities in the Use of Geospatial Information for Improved Resilience in Asia-Pacific and Africa’. The project focuses on developing the capacity to use GIS in government agencies across eight partner countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Fiji, Lao PDR, Nigeria, Solomon Islands, Ugand...
Beneficiary: Sopheap Sok
Title: Chief Officer of the Agricultural Geographic Information System at the Agricultural Information and Documentation Centre
Workshops: Introduction to Use of Geospatial Information Technology for Drought Risk (2017); Advanced Use of Geospatial Information Technology for Drought Risk Management (2018)
Every day we make decisions that have an impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. We often rely on data and technology to make sure we make the best choices. Even the smallest decisions can be made easier by using techno...