MASTERING NATIONAL ADAPTATION PLANS: FROM START TO FINISH

The e-course Mastering National Adaptation Plans: from Start to Finish will introduce learners to several important aspects of the NAP process. It aims at enhancing knowledge of the NAP process elements and relevant issues such as, gender, climate information, formulation, implementation, and financing NAP processes.

PLACES AVAILABLE FOR THE ONLINE DIPLOMA IN MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

The Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy offers a unique opportunity for both students wanting to pursue a career in international relations, and professionals working in international and regional organizations as well as governmental and non-governmental institutions, to expand their knowledge on international affairs and strengthen their capacities in the field of multilateral diplomacy.

LAUNCH OF THE EXECUTIVE DIPLOMA ON INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW AND TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE

The Executive Diploma on International Criminal Law and Transitional Justice will provide unique access to information, perspectives, updates and analysis on accountability mechanisms for both those seeking to develop a working background on the topics as well as those already thoroughly versed in their dynamics.

CALL FOR PROJECTS ON TACKLING CLIMATE AND GENDER CHALLENGES WITH CROWDSOURCING SOLUTIONS

Crowd4SDG Consortium has launched the second GEAR Cycle of the project. This year the project aims to address two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Goal 13 on Climate Change and Goal 5 on Gender Equality. With its launch, it calls for projects that will aim to tackle climate change and gender challenges with crowdsourcing solutions.

GET READY FOR COP26 WITH UN CC:Learn AND WHO e-COURSE

The e-course Climate Change Negotiations and Health will support delegates attending the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and participating in climate diplomacy. It also provides valuable insights for the professionals involved in the development and implementation of national climate change and health policies.

MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND NEGOTIATION

This one-year programme is designed to prepare students to lead global initiatives for change and provide them with the necessary negotiation skills to positively impact their organization and environment. By examining the essential professional qualities needed to sustain the world of multilateral diplomacy, students will be enabled to develop their own leadership styles, negotiate successfully, and to interact with emerging leaders from all over the world.

UN SDG:LEARN BLOG AND PODCAST SERIES

This blog aim to strengthen conceptual and practical knowledge, spread ideas, share practical experiences and pinpoint important but understudied or under-discussed challenges related to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG Learncast provides insightful conversations around the subject of sustainable development and learning, helping us all to achieve a sustainable future.

E-COURSE ON CLIMATE CHANGE, PEACE AND SECURITY

In conflict-affected settings, climate change can compound economic, social or political drivers of insecurity, leaving already vulnerable populations on the frontlines of multiple, intersecting crises. This online course unpacks the interlinkages between climate change, peace and security and explores opportunities for promoting inclusive climate action, conflict prevention and peacebuilding.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON THE GREAT LAKES REGION - REGIONAL TRAINING FACILITY

We are excited to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)  with  the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region - Regional Training Facility (ICGLR-RTF) with the goal of contributing to international, regional, and local efforts aimed at preventing and responding to sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in the Great Lakes Region.

UNITAR AND SSK CORPORATION TEAM UP IN JAPAN FOR SPORTS AND PEACE

We are pleased to announce that UNITAR and Japanese sporting goods company SSK Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance the use of sports as a medium of peace and understanding. SSK created a soccer jersey donning the UNITAR logo, and the jerseys were worn by the soccer players during the “Peace Match” held in Hiroshima on 7 August 2021.

THE GENERAL SECRETARIAT OF THE ANDEAN COMMUNITY AND UNITAR SIGN A LANDMARK COOPERATION AGREEMENT FOR IMPROVING ROAD SAFETY

UNITAR and the General Secretariat of the Andean Community (CAN) signed a cooperation agreement to formalize their joint efforts to provide training and capacity-building for the improvement of road safety in the Andean region

UNITAR SIGNS A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH AL SHARQ FORUM

UNITAR signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Al Sharq Forum (ASF) with the aim of strengthening targeted learning and capacity building offers in the areas of peacebuilding, conflict resolution, human rights promotion and gender equality.

IN A NEW COLLABORATION WITH THE ARAB YOUTH CENTER, UNITAR TRAINS YOUNG ARAB DIPLOMATIC LEADERS

UNITAR successfully hosted a three-day online workshop on the topics "Assertiveness & Influencing" and "Public & Digital Diplomacy." This workshop was conducted in partnership with the Arab Youth Center’s “Young Arab Diplomatic Leaders” program in Abu Dhabi.

UOC-UNITAR ONLINE MASTER IN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND DIPLOMACY

In an increasingly interconnected, globalized, and complex world, where the importance of multilateral dialogue and cooperation is ever-growing, the demand for training and capacity development in the field of international relations and diplomacy is constantly rising. In this regard, the establishment of this innovative Online Master's in International Affairs and Diplomacy between UNITAR and the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) holds great significance.