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2024年8月26日、広島、日本― 国連軍縮部（UNODA）が主導する「ユース非核リーダー基金（YLF: Youth Leader Fund for a World without Nuclear Weapons ）」事業に参加する海外の若者を対象としたスタディツアーが開始しました。スタディツアー参加者は一週間の日程で、被爆地である広島・長崎を訪れ、若者主導のユース国際会議を開催します。 YLF事業は、日本政府の支援の下、国連軍縮部（UNODA）により実施されており、非核兵器国と核兵器保有国の双方から多様な分野にかかわる若者―未来のリーダーが交流し、能力を養い、彼ら・彼女らの声を核軍縮プロセスに反映させることを目指しています。 この日本スタディツアーは、国連訓練調査研究所（ユニタール）広島事務所の支援を受けて、実施されています。世界の若者をヒロシマ・ナガサキの地に招き、核兵器使用の脅威と実相を学ぶ場を提供すると同時に、ヒロシマ・ナガサキの教訓を世界に発信することを目的としています。開会式では、岸田首相がビデオメッセージにより、スタディツアー参加者を歓迎しました。 YLF事業の第一期の研修は、2023年12月に開始され、100人の若者が核軍縮に関する知識とリーダーシップ技能の習得を目的としたオンライン研修に参加しま...
Learn more about UNITAR Division for Prosperity’s programmes and activities from late November 2024 to February 2025. Past issues in August 2024 and November 2024., United Nations Secretary-General Appoints Michelle Gyles-McDonnough as Executive Director of UNITAR UNITAR welcomes Ms. Michelle Gyles-McDonnough of Jamaica as its new Executive Director. She succeeds Mr. Nikhil Seth of India, effective 22 February 2025. With over 30 years of experience in sustainable development, policy advocacy, international trade, international relations and organizational cha...
UNITAR and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) invite COP16 attendees to the side event “Cultivating Prosperity: Agriculture Partnerships for Sustainable Development” on 7 December 2024 (6:00-7:30 p.m.) in Riyadh.The in-person side event will explore innovative strategies and collaborations to advance sustainable agriculture, focusing on agribusiness entrepreneurship, smallholder financing, inclusive value chain growth and cross-regional knowledge-sharing.The event will include a panel discussion, interactive dialogues and networking opportunities.COP16 registration is requ...
07 June 2024, Paris – On 3 June 2024, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) unveiled its ground-breaking e-learning programme to strengthen systems to counter money-laundering and the financing of terrorism in Colombia. The programme was developed in close collaboration with the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy, the Financial Information and Analysis Unit of Colombia (UIAF), and the University of Antioquia.The programme was launched at the 30th annual Egmont Group Plenary within the framework of the Te...
14 June 2021, Hiroshima, Japan – The UNITAR Division for Prosperity Advisory Board met virtually on 10 June 2021. Experts from private and development sectors Michael A. Fors, Linda A. Hill, Hans Jürgen Hoyer, Ashleigh Owens, and Jos Verbeek gathered to discuss the Division’s success and future objectives. UNITAR Executive Director Nikhil Seth and Division for Prosperity Director Mihoko Kumamoto observed the discussion.
Michael Fors began the conversation by highlighting UNITAR’s efficient and resourceful shift to online learning. Fors also emphasized that with ...
18 September, New York, USA - On 5 - 7 September, The JOINT SWISS-UNITAR BRIEFING ON UNITED NATIONS BUDGETARY MATTERS is a three-day training programme, co-organized with the Permanent Mission of Switzerland, caters to the needs of the incoming delegates of the United Nations General Assembly’s Fifth Committee. The training received more than 100 delegates joining the sessions each day.
, The first day of the training started at 9:00 a.m. (EST). The introductory session covered the responsibilities and key players of the Fifth Committee. Mr. Marco Suazo, Head ...
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...
14 August 2023, Geneva, Switzerland - We are pleased to announce that UNITAR, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, and IPOPI, the International Patient Organization for Primary Immunodeficiencies, have entered into a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement represents a strong commitment to collaborating and cooperating to make a positive impact on access to plasma-derived therapies worldwide.
The MoU enhances our existing collaboration, elevating it to a true partnership. It promotes cooperation through various means, such as knowledge...
10 May 2022, New York, USA — The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), Longy School of Music of Bard College (Longy), the Global Foundation for the Performing Arts (GFPA), announce a partnership to expand access around the world to Longy’s Master of Music in Music Education degree. Launching in Fall 2022, this joint master program will e quip educators to foster creative youth development and inspire cross -cultural exchange in classrooms worldwide.
“In a moment that requires deeper, global connection, the universal language of the arts is a powerfu...
20 May 2021, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is proud to announce that Professor Paul Arthur Berkman, UNITAR Associated Fellow, has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award to Norway for 2021-22. This award is conferred by the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
Professor Berkman is a longstanding Associated Fellow with UNITAR and has delivered training programmes on science diplomacy and informed decision-making to...