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An occasion not to be missed for the Geneva public, this new edition of the Geneva Lecture Series will feature an open debate with the participation of Dominique Strauss-Kahn and Pascal Lamy - Principals of two international organizations at the cornerstone of the global economic governance architecture. The 6th edition of the Series will take place on 8 December, 16.30-18.30, at a usual meeting point - Assembly Hall of the Palais des Nations. The event will also be broadcast live on www.un.org/webcast.
General public from Geneva and beyond is invited to an event that will…
UNITAR and CIFAL Shanghai Promoting Youth Engagement in the Advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals
18-20 July 2017, Geneva, Switzerland – Young people are the leaders of tomorrow, and engaging them in international debates is a major priority of the United Nations. Youth participation in the advancement of the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is of critical importance, as it is youth who will most experience the impact of the Agenda’s success or failure.
With the objective of engaging youth in discussions on sustainable development and…
The UNITAR Youth Ambassador Programme is a joint initiative by UNITAR Hiroshima Office and the Japan committee for UNITAR, UNITAR Association, supported by Hiroshima Prefecture, Hiroshima City, and Chugoku Shimbun Newspaper. It has inspired local high school students since 2010 by providing learning opportunities as well as networking and enhancing leadership....
UNITAR Youth Ambassador Asia Pacific 2023 is now accepting applications from interested Asia-Pacific high school students.
Youth Ambassadors will develop and practice skills in critical thinking, innovation, entrepreneurship, communication and leadership.
UNITAR Division for Prosperity launched the programme in 2021 to educate and empower the youth about the most pressing issues affecting global recovery and the relevance of the SDGs.
The 10-week online programme will run from 23 September 2023. The deadline for applications is extended until 8 September 2023...
This MSc Gender and Diplomatic Practice programme offers an opportunity to study diplomacy in theory and practice from a gender-inclusive perspective. Students will explore key ideas and debates surrounding gender, global gender identities, and critical junctures with diplomacy. The modules will cover concepts in international politics, diplomacy, and gender studies including through historical, sociological, and cultural approaches.Students will be invited to reflect on how to foster gender-inclusive environments in contexts of international cooperation and global diplomac...
The Atlantic Centre is a Portuguese initiative that fosters a multinational and multidisciplinary approach to security, emphasizing a comprehensive "Whole of Atlantic Approach." It aims to promote political dialogue, disseminate knowledge, and build capacity in security and defence across the Atlantic community. Atlantic Centre focuses on enhancing regional cooperation, sharing best practices, and developing innovative solutions to maritime security challenges. By engaging with member states and international organizations, it contributes to a more secure and resilient...
3 November 2020 - COVID-19 has led to a parallel pandemic of disinformation that directly impacts lives and livelihoods around the world. Falsehoods and misinformation have proven deadly and sowed confusion about life-saving personal and policy choices. We are in the midst of a disinfodemic.
A new tool launched this week offers a fun way to test your level of literacy about the scourge of disinformation – and enable you to learn more about how society is responding to the problem. The UNITAR Divisions for Multilateral Diplomacy and Prosperity have collaborated with U...
16 September 2019, Geneva, Switzerland - UNITAR is pleased to launch the first edition of the Master’s in Human Rights and Diplomacy in partnership with the University of Stirling.
The University of Stirling is a highly prestigious university that is recognized globally for its excellence in teaching, research and offering a world-class student experience. The University also enjoys a vibrant and friendly atmosphere and is ranked 1st in the UK and 5th in the World for campus environment (UK International Student Barometer (ISB) Benchmark and Global ISB Benchmark 2018).
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Learn more about UNITAR Division for Prosperity’s programmes and activities from March 2025 to May 2025.Past Issues日本語はこちらから, Anti-Money Laundering E-Learning Programme Resumes and Expands in ColombiaAfter a brief pause, our e-learning diploma programme on anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism in Colombia has resumed. The programme is financially supported by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the US Department of State. We’ve already received very positive feedback from thousands of participants, underscoring the pr...
Members of the High-Level Panel on Peace Operations, and Peacebuilding Review Meet with Special Representatives of the Secretary-General
30 April 2015, Switzerland - At the Eleventh Seminar for Special and Personal Representatives and Envoys of the Secretary-General, members of the Secretary-General’s High-Level Independent Panel on Peace Operations, and a member of the Advisory Group of Experts of the 2015 Review of the UN Peacebuilding Architecture engaged in dialogue with heads of peace missions around the world and senior Headquarters staff to seek their analysis,…