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United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) UNITAR is a principal training arm of the United Nations, working in every region of the world.

The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is a principal UN training arm, empowering beneficiaries through knowledge and learning.

How can sport become a more intentional tool for diplomacy, influence and international cooperation?The UNITAR Executive...
28/08/2026

How can sport become a more intentional tool for diplomacy, influence and international cooperation?

The UNITAR Executive Diploma in Sports Diplomacy is designed for professionals working across diplomacy, government, sport, federations and international organisations who want to engage more strategically with this growing field.

Join us in Geneva to exchange perspectives, challenge ideas and contribute to the evolving practice of sports diplomacy.

📍 Geneva | 9–13 November 2026

🔗 https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/executive-diploma-sports-diplomacy-1

Hear from Valentina Bifflin, a participant from the first edition of our Executive Diploma in Sports Diplomacy, as she s...
28/08/2026

Hear from Valentina Bifflin, a participant from the first edition of our Executive Diploma in Sports Diplomacy, as she shares her perspective on what sports diplomacy means and why it matters.

🗓️This November in Geneva, the second edition of the Executive Diploma in Sports Diplomacy will bring together professionals seeking to better understand sport’s role in international cooperation, influence and sustainable change.

Through interactive workshops, field visits and exclusive dialogue with senior officials from international sport federations, participants will explore the evolving global landscape of sports diplomacy, including soft power, diplomatic skills, human rights, responsible sport and legacy.

👉 Apply now: https://unitar.org/sustainable-development-goals/multilateral-diplomacy/our-portfolio/sports-diplomacy

AI is changing the way negotiations are prepared, conducted and concluded. Are you ready to engage with its implications...
28/08/2026

AI is changing the way negotiations are prepared, conducted and concluded. Are you ready to engage with its implications?

From 28 September to 2 October 2026, we will deliver Negotiation in the Age of AI—the first programme in our Executive Programme Series on Negotiation and Artificial Intelligence in partnership with Columbia | SIPA.

Designed for diplomats, delegates, international civil servants, policymakers, academics, and professionals across the public and private sectors, the programme provides a space to examine AI’s growing influence on diplomacy, decision-making and multilateral cooperation.

Participants will explore how to harness AI’s potential while addressing the ethical, governance and equity challenges it presents.

🗓️Applications close on 7 September 2026, learn more and apply 👉
https://unitar.org/sustainable-development-goals/multilateral-diplomacy/our-portfolio/artificial-intelligence-and-international-affairs/unitar-columbia-sipa-executive-programme-series-negotiation-and-artificial-intelligence-ai

Training locations are indicative and remain subject to confirmation and availability.

A few weeks can be enough to add a new skill to your professional toolkit.There is still time this year to develop pract...
27/08/2026

A few weeks can be enough to add a new skill to your professional toolkit.

There is still time this year to develop practical skills for working in diplomacy and international environments with UNITAR’s upcoming online courses.

Learn to navigate complex climate negotiations with "Climate Change Diplomacy", communicate effectively across cultures with "Cross-Cultural Communication", respond to uncertainty with "VUCA Diplomacy", or turn ideas into compelling messages with "The Art of Speechwriting".

Each course is fully online, so you can learn from wherever you are and fit your studies around your professional commitments.

And your learning can go even further: these courses are also among those eligible for UNITAR’s Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy, which allows participants to select four courses from the portfolio and complete a research paper to earn the Diploma.

🌐 100% online
🎓 UNITAR Certificate upon successful completion of each course
📚 Eligible courses can contribute towards the Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy

Learn more 👉 https://unitar.org/sustainable-development-goals/multilateral-diplomacy/our-portfolio/masters-executive-diplomas-and-related-qualifications/online-diploma-multilateral-diplomacy?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Our self-paced Training of Trainers course provides a ready-built learning solution covering the full training cycle, fr...
27/08/2026

Our self-paced Training of Trainers course provides a ready-built learning solution covering the full training cycle, from needs analysis and design to delivery and evaluation. It also includes a dedicated module on inclusive learning design.

Organizations can use the course to prepare staff before in-person training, build trainer networks, or support consistent training delivery at scale.

🌍 Available in English and French
💻 Fully online and self-paced
💰 USD 500 per person

Group rates available for multiple learners

Learn more:
https://learningsolutions.unitar.org/elearningtot

Some offices have a view.Ours has a lake. 🌊From UNITAR headquarters in Geneva, Lac Léman is part of daily life: drinking...
27/08/2026

Some offices have a view.
Ours has a lake. 🌊

From UNITAR headquarters in Geneva, Lac Léman is part of daily life: drinking water, biodiversity, climate resilience, shared heritage and a symbol of connection across borders.

On this , we celebrate the lakes that sustain communities, ecosystems and futures around the world.

What is a lake that matters to you and why? 👇



Photo: Devam Jhabak

Join UNITAR and Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) for an upcoming online information session on the UOC–UNITAR Maste...
27/08/2026

Join UNITAR and Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) for an upcoming online information session on the UOC–UNITAR Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy and related qualifications.

Discover the programme structure, learning experience and opportunities available, and get your questions answered directly by representatives from UNITAR and UOC during a live Q&A session.

Whether you are looking to strengthen your expertise in international affairs or advance your career in diplomacy, this session is an opportunity to explore what the programme can offer.

👉Register now: https://unitar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O7g1WqePRDW-9DN7KQKaQg

"I always loved books. I don't remember learning to read, it was just something I always did. I was hungry for knowledge...
26/08/2026

"I always loved books. I don't remember learning to read, it was just something I always did. I was hungry for knowledge, I guess".

Remembering Dolly Parton — an artist, storyteller and lifelong believer in the power of books.

26/08/2026

🌱 The Green Helmets Project marks a new chapter in Brazil, in partnership with the Cidade de São Paulo Secretaria Municipal do Verde e do Meio Ambiente SP, UMAPAZ, and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research(UNITAR).

If you are a municipal official or community leader in Sao Paulo, we have developed the Environmental Governance, Human Security and Territorial Action course specifically for you.

Sign up and gain the knowledge and tools to strengthen your environmental leadership and drive meaningful climate action in your community.

👉 More information and registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHrlXtnk3TGUgONgfmjqkNEVyg8AqvwmEJGYnf8ZpybfWjtA/viewform

There’s still time to add a new skill to your 2026 goals. ⚖️Whether you work in diplomacy, international organizations, ...
26/08/2026

There’s still time to add a new skill to your 2026 goals. ⚖️

Whether you work in diplomacy, international organizations, government, NGOs, or simply want to deepen your understanding of the rules shaping international affairs, UNITAR offers a range of online courses in international law that you can complete before the end of the year.

Choose the area that best matches your interests:
⚖️ International Law
🕊️ International Humanitarian Law
📜 Law of Treaties
🏛️ Law of International Organizations
🌱 International Environmental Law

With flexible online formats, you can strengthen your knowledge while balancing your studies with your professional commitments.

Make the most of the months ahead and invest in your professional development.

Explore the courses and apply now: https://unitar.org/sustainable-development-goals/multilateral-diplomacy/our-portfolio/international-law-and-legal-skills

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