UN International Training and Research Center Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on March 4, 2025 - 01:31 GMT

UNITAR and Newcastle University Sign MoU to Advance Training and Academic Collaboration

24 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – Newcastle University and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a cooperative framework for joint training and academic …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 11:59 GMT

A Taste of Culture, Nutrition, and Innovation through Entrepreneurship and Digital Transformation: Destina Mensah, Ghana

To aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly women, Destina says to continue learning and enhancing their skills. There is a difference between being an illiterate [person] starting a business and a person who has had a bit of education”, she says. Education …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 05:34 GMT

Joint Action for Road Safety: Safe Mobility 4 All & 4 Life

Collaboration between government representatives, FIA member automobile clubs, and representatives from the FIA and FIA Foundation was crucial to the workshop's success. The primary goal was to ensure the alignment of national projects with global road …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 21:09 GMT

A Taste of Culture, Nutrition, and Innovation through Entrepreneurship and Digital Transformation: Destina Mensah, Ghana

To aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly women, Destina says to continue learning and enhancing their skills. There is a difference between being an illiterate [person] starting a business and a person who has had a bit of education”, she says. Education …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 03:00 GMT

Helping Refugees in Hong Kong Break the Language Barrier: Seungjae Lee

Seungjae says that while the number of refugees in Hong Kong is not so high, they face a big language barrier: apart from a little bit of English, people in Hong Kong mainly speak Cantonese and Mandarin, which can be difficult to learn. It gave him the …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 03:00 GMT

UNITAR Hosts High-Level Delegation from CIFAL Dominican Republic for Governance and Public Policy Training in Geneva

As part of the training, the delegation visited the Palais des Nations, gaining first-hand insight into multilateral diplomacy and global decision-making processes. The delegation also met with the Ambassador of the Permanent Mission of the Dominican …

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Published on February 24, 2025 - 05:01 GMT

Michelle Gyles-McDonnough Assumes Office as UNITAR Executive Director

22 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is pleased to announce that Michelle Gyles-McDonnough has officially assumed office as its new Executive Director. She succeeds Nikhil Seth of India, …

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Published on February 22, 2025 - 00:23 GMT

UNITAR and University of Arizona Launch Professional Certificate in Science Policy and Diplomatic Practice

21 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), in partnership with the University of Arizona, is pleased to announce the launch of the Professional Certificate in Science Policy and Diplomatic …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

UNITAR Sea and Human Security 2024 Participants Poised to Drive Positive Change after Completing the Training Programme

On the final day, participants presented their policy briefs in groups, on topics such as the region's Deep Sea Mining, decarbonization in the maritime industry, Community-Based Marine Protected Areas etc., highlighting the importance to address key …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 08:23 GMT

Closing the Digital Gap for Marginalized Youth in Kenya: Betty Mwende

Betty’s journey took a turn when she came across the UNITAR 2023 “Developing Essential Digital Skills for Women and Youth in Africa” training programme. Funded by the Government and People of Japan and delivered in cooperation with Microsoft East Africa …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 08:23 GMT

Empowering Filipino Youth for Peace: John Isidore Laure

From limited resources to societal scepticism, youth often encounter obstacles that can discourage them from taking action. However, John’s resilience and determination demonstrate that these challenges can be overcome with passion, collaboration and a …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 08:23 GMT

Transforming South Sudan’s Agricultural Future: John Ladu Simon Jacob

Despite not having a university degree, John’s experience and potential were recognized and he was recruited as managing director of his current company, which provides agricultural and extension services. There, John manages an initiative to rent tractors …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

Closing the Digital Gap for Marginalized Youth in Kenya

Betty’s journey took a turn when she came across the UNITAR 2023 “Developing Essential Digital Skills for Women and Youth in Africa” training programme. Funded by the Government and People of Japan and delivered in cooperation with Microsoft East Africa …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 20:26 GMT

Empowering Filipino Youth for Peace: John Isidore Laure, 2024 Youth Ambassador Asia Pacific

From limited resources to societal scepticism, youth often encounter obstacles that can discourage them from taking action. However, John’s resilience and determination demonstrate that these challenges can be overcome with passion, collaboration and a …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 20:26 GMT

Harvesting Hope: Transforming South Sudan’s Agricultural Future

Despite not having a university degree, John’s experience and potential were recognized and he was recruited as managing director of his current company, which provides agricultural and extension services. There, John manages an initiative to rent tractors …

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Published on February 19, 2025 - 08:15 GMT

Competency-Based Learning: What’s in It for You?

CBL is not just a trend—it’s a proven approach rooted in research. Emerging from behaviourism and systems theory, CBL gained traction in higher education in the 1960s, notably through the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (Nodine, T., …

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Published on February 19, 2025 - 01:14 GMT

UNITAR and Geneva School of Diplomacy to Partner for Global Leadership and Sustainable Development

17 February 2025, Geneva Switzerland — On 14 February 2025, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Geneva School of Diplomacy (GSD) signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on advancing global leadership, …

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Published on February 19, 2025 - 01:14 GMT

UNITAR and Africa Pastoralist Empowerment Organization Partner to Advance Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

18 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland — On 11 February 2025, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Africa Pastoralist Empowerment Organization (APEO) based in Kenya signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote …

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Published on February 18, 2025 - 00:32 GMT

Combating Gender-based Cyberbullying : Lilian Olivia, Kenya

Many victims of online violence are unaware of the legal protections available to them. The evolving landscape of digital threats, including deepfakes and data breaches, further complicates the issue. Nevertheless, Lilian sees these as opportunities to …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 16:26 GMT

UNITAR Joins the Centre for Sport and Human Rights

17 February 2025, Geneva, Switzerland - The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is proud to announce its membership in the Centre for Sport and Human Rights’ (CSHR) Advisory Council. As the dedicated training arm of the United …

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