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November 2021 - This article brings some light into the black box of how the transition can be tackled in practice, and is written by Eliya Devay, graduate of the UNITAR-Franklin University Switzerland Joint Master’s programme in Responsible Leadership & Climate Action. Eliya is specialized in Sustainable Finance and currently works at the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) as a Consultant.
In light of the recent COP26, this article features outcomes and reflections from Eliya's experiential learning project with UNEP FI, as part of his ...
Memorandum of Understanding signed with Zayed University of the United Arab Emirates
11 June 2015, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has recently signed a three year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zayed University (ZU). This partnership will reinforce the excellent cooperation between these Institutes and will reaffirm the common commitment to efficient and effective diplomacy. The overall goal of the MoU aims at strengthening the capacities of the university and its students in the field of…
On 25 November in Hong Kong on behalf of Mr. Carlos Lopes, UNITAR’s Executive Director and UN Assistant Secretary General, Ms. Isabel Hubert, Associate Director, Training Department and Head, Peace, Security and Diplomacy Unit, signed with Professor Chan Chi-hou, Acting Provost of CityU a Memorandum of Understanding between UNITAR and the City University of Hong Kong.
(From left) Ms. Isabel Hubert, Associate Director, Training Department & Head, Peace, Security and Diplomacy Unit, UNITAR, Professor Chan Chi-hou, Acting Provost of City University of…
From 4 July to 5 August 2011 UNITAR’s Public Finance and Trade Programme successfully conducted the e-Learning course on “Fundamentals of Central Banking and Monetary Policy”. The course combined self-study, mentored online discussions, and self-assessments with the aim of providing participants high quality training, knowledge sharing and networking in a flexible and cost-effective way.
Under the expert mentorship of Prof. Alexandre Faure, Foord Professor of Investments at Rhodes University (South Africa), the class of ten (10) senior and middle level officials from…
UNITAR Organizes Briefing for Students from University of Fortaleza, Brazil
2 June 2017, New York, U.S.A - The United Nations Institute of Training and Research organized a briefing at the United Nations Headquarters for a group of students from the Professional Master Program at the University of Fortaleza, Brazil, visiting Columbia University in New York. The programme is based on problem intervention and is aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.
The event took place in the framework of the partnership between UNITAR and Columbia…
Training Young Leaders: Immersion Programme for Tongji University Students
29 August – 4 September 2018, Geneva, Switzerland – UNITAR hosted a group of students from Tongji University in Shanghai for a five-day immersion programme at the United Nations. These students came from diverse academic backgrounds and had a common interest in environmental issues.
The immersion programme encompassed a wide range of activities. Over the five days, students visited and toured the Palais des Nations and various other UN Specialized Agencies, learning about the history of the UN,…
19 March 2024, Derby, United Kingdom - Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in 2023, the University of Derby recently hosted the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). The two-day visit started with a presentation on hostage negotiation in Afghanistan, highlighting the role of intergovernmental agencies and local leaders in safeguarding civilians. This was followed by a networking session with MSc Intelligence, Security and Disaster Management students, and staff from across the College of Business, Law and Social Scien...
UNITAR Delivers Three Course Series with Columbia University
2016, New York, USA- The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) partnered with Columbia University for a series of courses entitled, “Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Negotiation”. The 2016 series was sponsored by the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations. Their generous contribution offered fellowships to members of the Forum of Small States (FOSS). The series was taught by two professors from the Columbia Law School, Professor Alexandra Carter and Professor Shawn Watts…
UNITAR Partners with Columbia University for course on Negotiation Fundamentals
3 November 2016, New York, USA - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research, in partnership with Columbia Law School and sponsored by the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations, initiated a series of courses entitled “Conflict Resolution, Mediation and Negotiation”. The first course in the series, taking place on 3 November, 2016, was entitled, “Advanced Negotiation Fundamentals for Diplomatic Leaders”. The course was attended by 20 diplomats, predominantly from member…
On 12 July 2010 UNITAR signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) located in Gujarat, India.
UNITAR’s partnerships strategy aims at developing agreements with Academic institutions such as Universities and Research Centres around the world.
The Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) is one of the premier national law universities of India and offers degree and diploma programmes in law and related fields at undergraduate and postgraduate level. In addition to teaching, it provides research, advisory, training services at state and…