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A message of peace through music and education
Andrea Bocelli has enamored audiences around the world throughout his illustrious career. But it is not only his voice that the world’s most famous tenor is known for: he also champions philanthropic initiatives and causes that are making a concrete impact in people’s...
The ties that bind us
On 23 April, United Nations staff will come together in all duty stations to celebrate Spanish Language Day and honor the language and cultures of over 500 million speakers. “Twenty UN member states are Spanish-speaking countries” explained Mr. Cristobal Osuna, chief...
Recrudescence de la tuberculose
La tuberculose affecte près d’un quart de la population mondiale et tue chaque année environ 1,4 million de personnes. Pneumologue, responsable de la consultation de tuberculose au CHUV de Lausanne, médecin conseil à la Ligue pulmonaire vaudoise, Jesica Mazza-Stalder...
Unwind at work: harnessing the power of yoga to reduce stress
Long work hours, office politics, and multitasking take a massive toll on your mind and body. Most of us turn a blind eye to this accumulating stress and end up with a weak body, an agitated mind, damaged relationships, and increased spending on healthcare. The key to...
Une échappée belle dans la ville éternelle
J’ étais tranquille chez moi. Le téléphone sonne. Demain matin, vous partez en Italie en voyage officiel avec le Secrétaire Général.. Cet appel émanant du chef de cabinet me surprend d’autant plus qu’étant, à cette époque, en charge des relations avec les...
Danish diplomacy on an international platform
On September 1st 2022, Erik Brøgger Rasmussen was appointed the new Permanent Representative of Denmark to the United Nations Office at Geneva. He speaks candidly about his work in foreign service and how Denmark has become globally renowned for its humanitarian...
Êtes-vous passionné(e) de langues? Tentez l’interprétation
Rien ne prédestinait Valérie Coutarel à embrasser la carrière d’interprète. D’origine franco-française, vivant en Province, jusqu’à 11 ans, elle n’est exposée à aucune langue étrangère. En outre, à cette époque, il n’y a pas d’Internet et la télévision française ne...
Is there a (professional) life after the UN?
The UN is a wonderful place to work. I recall my excitement when I first crossed the 59th Street Bridge into Manhattan, about to start an assignment in the Secretary-General’s Office - having just resigned after a few years with the UK Foreign Service. Some...
Centre for Learning and Multilingualism adopts UN values
Throughout and since the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become clear to staff at the Centre for Learning and Multilingualism (CLM) that training from now on will be different. Flexible Working Arrangements (FWA) are now default across the organization. This has had a big...
Independence of the Office of the UN Ombudsman
Independence is often described as the bedrock underpinning the other three fundamental principles -neutrality, confidentiality, and informality - supporting the policies and practice of any Ombudsman’s Office. The principle of independence was a major driver behind...
