Beyond borders: Why new ‘high seas’ treaty is critical for the world
19 June 2023 Law and Crime Prevention The UN’s 193 Member States adopted a landmark legally binding marine biodiversity agreement on Monday following nearly two decades of fierce negotiations over forging a common wave of conservation and sustainability in the high seas beyond national boundaries – covering two thirds of the planet’s oceans. Here are […]
UN HQ Virtual Tour 2023
Our upcoming virtual tour of the UN HQ gives individuals a chance to peak inside the UN premises. This is a rare opportunity as UN tours are often in-person only. If you are interested in a career with the UN, this might be a great chance to see where your future office may be, or […]
#BeatPlasticPollution for World Environment Day
We need all hands on deck to #BeatPlasticPollution. For #WorldEnvironmentDay and #WorldOceansDay, this new Practical Guide shows how everyone can take action and help solve the plastic pollution crisis. 👉 bit.ly/PlasticSolutions2023
World Environment Day & World Oceans Day 2023
Ending plastic pollution needs everyone.✅Governments and local authorities can incentivize sustainable business practices and invest in better waste management infrastructure.✅Businesses can eliminate the production of harmful plastics and provide consumers with sustainable alternatives through innovative solutions.✅Individuals and communities can use their voices and choices to give visibility to those working on solutions and call out […]
Applications are now open! The United Nations is seeking young, future leaders to join new global training programme for a world free of nuclear weapons.
NEW YORK, 18 May 2023 (Office for Disarmament Affairs) – The United Nations Office forDisarmament Affairs (UNODA) and the government of Japan are calling on young people toapply for an innovative learning programme that will empower them to make theircontribution to a world free of nuclear weapons. Applications are now open for a new global […]
UN Peacekeeping turns 75: ‘Peace begins with me’
1 May 2023 A new photo exhibit on UN Peacekeeping opened at Headquarters on Monday, honouring the service and sacrifice of uniformed and civilian peacekeepers as it marks its 75th anniversary. “For 75 years, UN Peacekeeping has helped to end conflict, protect civilians, advance political solutions, and secure sustainable peace,” said Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the UN Under-Secretary-General […]