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UNITAR Global Diplomacy Initiative (GDI) programme provides a rare opportunity for students to learn about diplomacy from diplomats themselves. Although there is no shortage of courses on global politics and policies, few (if any) provide this education in the context of the first-hand experience – experience the United Nations is uniquely situated to provide.
Through this immersive approach, students will not only gain a profound understanding of current global issues but will also witness the shaping of future events as they unfold. Our instructors, who are current and f...
The UNITAR Prosperity Alliance (PA) enhances participants’ global competitiveness by connecting them to an international network of governments, businesses, academia, and civil society. Through this global exchange and communication platform, participants gain access to cutting-edge training, expert insights, and best practices from around the world. This exposure strengthens their strategic vision, improves their ability to adapt to global trends, and positions them as leaders in advancing sustainable and inclusive development., At its core, PA serves as a dynamic platform...
This Online Event Series is organized by UNITAR's Division for People and Social Inclusion and its CIFAL Global Network of training centres around the world.
Participation is open to diplomats, staff of international organizations, development practitioners, faculty members and administrators of educational institutions and anyone who is interested in the discussed topics.
Registration is mandatory and free of charge. https://unitar.org/unitars-upcoming-web-based-activities#people , Coming soon
, Name of event: Industry 4.0 For Sustainable ...
Africa continues to be affected by conflicts which are undermining efforts to bring about sustainable development. This programme was developed to increase the number of governmental and non-governmental officials in Africa trained in conflict analysis, negotiation, mediation and reconciliation skills. It was developed as an extension of the Fellowship Programme with a specific focus on Africa.
The programme provides training for officials from Foreign Ministries, as well as from Offices of the President and Prime Ministers of African states. Participants are also selected...
In response to the most pressing global health challenges, Empower School of Health has created educational programmes covering the most pressing and in-demand specialised topics such as Digital Health, Pharmaceutical Management, Global Health Procurement and Supply Chain Management, and Data Management, which have already enabled hundreds of professionals around the world to lead change in their healthcare systems.Accredited under ASIC, the programmes hold FIBAA Digital Seal for Excellence in Digital Education, ISO certification, and ASIC accreditation, ensuring the highes...
UNITAR, in collaboration with the UN Environment Global Mercury Partnership and a group of national and international experts, has developed the Handbook for Developing National ASGM Formalization Strategies within National Action Plans. The Formalization Handbook provides a comprehensive introduction to ASGM formalization, including key concepts, best practices, and a human rights-based approach. This is followed by step-by-step suggestions for creating an enabling environment for ASGM formalization and developing a national strategy for formalizing the ASGM sector. The va...
As nations continue to grapple with the effects of climate change, inequality and injustice and other global issues, young people have stepped up as change-makers within their local and regional communities. However, despite the positive actions of many, their creative solutions do not reach a wide enough audience. To give these children the voice they deserve, The United Nations Institute for Training and Research is partnering with Barbara Harrison Media to launch "Through the Lens of the Youth Documentaries by Youth Worldwide".
This 13-episode creative series invi...
As UNITAR celebrates its 60th anniversary, the Institute’s Peacemaking and Conflict Prevention Programme has reached the landmark 30th year deepening knowledge and strengthening skills in conflict analysis, negotiation, mediation and reconciliation. The Programme organizes high-level knowledge-sharing seminars for heads of peace missions, designs dedicated training programmes for diplomats, UN and regional organizational staff, and strengthens the capacities of Indigenous Peoples’ representatives working from grassroots to policy levels. In the second and third quarter...
In 2006, the International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM) adopted the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management (SAICM), a policy framework to foster the sound management of chemicals. SAICM is based on principles of multi-stakeholder and multi-sector engagement and supports the achievement of the World Summit on Sustainable Development goal that, by 2020, chemicals are produced and used in ways that minimize significant adverse impacts on the environment and human health.
UNITAR has provides technical assistance to countries in their effort...
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations in September 2015. Sound management of chemicals and waste (SMCW) is a specific target under SDG 12 on Sustainable Consumption and Production. It is also referred to under SDG 3 on Good Health and Well-being and SDG 6 on Clean Water and Sanitation. However, given that chemicals and waste affect almost all aspects of development, SMCW is relevant for, and supports the implementation of, many of the SDGs, if not ...