The official magazine of international civil servants
A spotlight on UN field security with Petra Finianos
Enabling UN programmes as security personnel
Importance of due diligence when working with the private sector
The UN has built up partnerships in the business sector for years that align with its values, principles, and ethical standards
Breaking the silence
Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Addressing Racism in the Workplace, promoting candid conversations about racism at the UN
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MeteoSwiss: taking the pulse of weather and climate
Hosted in WMO’s building, what is the MeteoSwiss’ Regional Center all about?
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Argentine meteorologist makes history at WMO
In January 2024, Professor Celeste Saulo became the Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). She is the...
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Getting to know the World Meteorological Organization inside out
WMO is the specialized agency of the United Nations for meteorology – weather and climate – operational hydrology and related...
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The future of migration
Celebrating International Migrants Day on 18 December with Director General of the International Organization for Migration, Amy...
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Migrant deaths must never be normalized
In conversation with IOM’s Deputy Director General for Operations, Ugochi Daniels, reflecting on the past, present and future of...
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Adapting to a changing world
For an organization that plays such a critical role in protecting some of the most vulnerable people in the world, it is crucial...
Verbier, en train et à ski
Le domaine skiable de Verbier se renouvelle et opte pour une mobilité douce
The UN must be impartial to the parties but not neutral to the law
The quintessential attribute of the UN’s moral authority in Ukraine
Independence and impartiality of international civil servants
Is the nature of the independence and impartiality of the international civil service the same today as it was when the UN was established?
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Breaking the silence
Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on Addressing Racism in the Workplace, promoting candid conversations about racism at the UN
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Striving for an anti-racist workplace
Deconstructing the barriers preventing the UN from becoming an equitable organization
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The Anti-Racism Advocates: moving from dialogue to action
The fight against racism in the workplace has emerged as a pressing issue, demanding greater attention, action, and reform
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MeteoSwiss: taking the pulse of weather and climate
Hosted in WMO’s building, what is the MeteoSwiss’ Regional Center all about?
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Argentine meteorologist makes history at WMO
In January 2024, Professor Celeste Saulo became the Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). She is the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s 150-year...
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Getting to know the World Meteorological Organization inside out
WMO is the specialized agency of the United Nations for meteorology – weather and climate – operational hydrology and related geophysical sciences
Media dialogues: Valérie Gauriat
She is a Senior International Reporter for Euronews, a global television network that provides livestream news. Here are some of her reports from the battlefronts, which many are more than shocking
Media dialogues: Anja Kueppers-Mckinnon
A broadcast journalist with international experience in anchoring, reporting, writing and editing TV news programs at DW in Germany
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Media dialogues: Rebecca McLaughlin-Eastham
She is one of the best-known faces on television in the Gulf and beyond, with a broadcast career spanning Euronews, CNBC and...
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Media dialogues: Fayroz Chamdid
She’s a news anchor and reporter for TV 2 in Norway. Headquartered in Bergen, is the first commercial free-to-air...
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Helping societies to manage conflicts peacefully
Celebrating 30 years of Interpeace with its President, Itonde Kakoma
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The role of International Geneva 2.0
Amidst global tensions, Geneva stands as a beacon of hope for a reinvigorated United Nations
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Establishing an AI governance roadmap in the Global South
Regional blocs in the Global South can re-write the innovation narrative, seizing the potential of AI for sustainable economic...
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Media dialogues: Mohamed Merghani
He is a news anchor and reporter for Sudan TV, operated by the government-owned Sudan National Broadcasting Corporation, an...
The right brain top thinkers agency
Switzerland is the most innovative country in the world. April 21st brings United Nations’ World Creativity and Innovation Day. We spoke with Marc Pauchard, Head of the Knowledge Transfer and International Programmes Division of Innosuisse, the Swiss Innovation Agency
We must all be in this together
Epsy Campbell Barr highlights why inclusion is vital when taking a stand against racism
World Down Syndrome Day 2023
How to join in the celebrations and promote the rights of people with Down syndrome on 21 March
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Media dialogues: Rebecca McLaughlin-Eastham
She is one of the best-known faces on television in the Gulf and beyond, with a broadcast career spanning Euronews, CNBC and Bloomberg amongst others. Rebecca reports on business, energy, news,...
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Media dialogues: Fayroz Chamdid
She’s a news anchor and reporter for TV 2 in Norway. Headquartered in Bergen, is the first commercial free-to-air television channel
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Helping societies to manage conflicts peacefully
Celebrating 30 years of Interpeace with its President, Itonde Kakoma
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The role of International Geneva 2.0
Amidst global tensions, Geneva stands as a beacon of hope for a reinvigorated United Nations
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Establishing an AI governance roadmap in the Global South
Regional blocs in the Global South can re-write the innovation narrative, seizing the potential of AI for sustainable economic growth beyond trade
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Media dialogues: Mohamed Merghani
He is a news anchor and reporter for Sudan TV, operated by the government-owned Sudan National Broadcasting Corporation, an Arabic-language television network based in Khartoum
Chronicles of everyday diplomacy
Fragmentary at the best of times, reality is nowadays largely virtual too. How do we forge our opinions? On what do we base our judgment? Despite major strides over the past decade – all the more so with the COVID-19 pandemic - we might yet see the full extent of what...
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Chronicles of everyday diplomacy
In September 2021, the International Geneva community – just like the rest of the world – was still adjusting to the ‘new...
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Chronicles of everyday diplomacy
Institutions and causes are larger than the individuals who serve them. At times, emblems can be strategically placed to...
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Chronicles of everyday diplomacy
If a conference were a piece of music, it would be a symphony. Most of the hard work is done in composing and rehearsing....
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Chronicles of everyday diplomacy
What goes through the mind of a young student who grew up in a refugee camp in Rwanda when he is about to address hundreds of...
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What will conferences look like after Covid?
We talk to Cherith Ann Norman Chalet, Assistant Secretary-General for General Assembly and Conference Management
Meet the man who built his arm out of LEGO®
The remarkable story of a man who, armed with LEGO® bricks and unwavering determination, built his own fully functioning prosthetic arm
Trailblazing in the environmental sciences
Sue Barrell, winner of the IMO Prize, reveals her success story
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New opportunities in leadership
Kira Kruglikova, the newly appointed Chief of Administration at UNOG, tells us about her life as one of the leading figures at...
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Inventing outside the box
All from her studio in Los Angeles, inventor Simone Giertz has taken the internet by storm. How has she done it?
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The power of redemption in art
Artist Kobra reveals the meaning behind his murals and how it saved him from a life of crime
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Reaching heights with Alan Hinkes OBE
After conquering the 14 peaks, British mountaineer shares how he persevered in the face of adversity
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How to reach a sustainable future
Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) shares her tips for living more...
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How to keep a balance between staff and management during negotiations
Louis Germain, President of the Staff-Management Committee (SMC) reviews his career and how this prepared him for his...
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New opportunities in leadership
Kira Kruglikova, the newly appointed Chief of Administration at UNOG, tells us about her life as one of the leading figures at UN Geneva
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Inventing outside the box
All from her studio in Los Angeles, inventor Simone Giertz has taken the internet by storm. How has she done it?
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The power of redemption in art
Artist Kobra reveals the meaning behind his murals and how it saved him from a life of crime
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Reaching heights with Alan Hinkes OBE
After conquering the 14 peaks, British mountaineer shares how he persevered in the face of adversity
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How to reach a sustainable future
Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) shares her tips for living more sustainably
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How to keep a balance between staff and management during negotiations
Louis Germain, President of the Staff-Management Committee (SMC) reviews his career and how this prepared him for his presidency
Staff mental health: a shared responsibility
Mental health is not a management tool, it is the responsibility of the organization as much as of the staff to preserve and enhance it
Diversity and inclusion at the UN
Discussing the organization’s efforts to promote cultural diversity and inclusion, and their impact on career pathways
Just keep swimming!
A candid intergenerational conversation about career navigation at the UN between one of UNCTAD’s longest serving staff members and a new employee
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UN-ANDI’s work on ‘making the UN Charter a reality’ within the UN
Promoting a more diverse and inclusive culture through awareness
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UNOMS: navigating conflict resolution dynamics in the UN
Balancing virtual innovation with the preferred in-person touch
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La Huella – Solidarity Bookshop
An internal initiative that re-homes books whilst contributing to charity projects around the world
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Navigating the UN career path and overcoming challenges
A UN career can offer substantial rewards, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges
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Bridging the East-West culture divide
Senior Reviser Jaime Sánchez-Ratia discusses Arabic literature, translation at the UN and the human drive to pursue misguided...
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Multilingualism: a true core value at WMO
The practical tool by which the organization can deliver its message to all members, no matter the language
UNDP now leads the way with its internship programs
UN Development Programme rises laudably in the Internship Quality Index while UNRWA, UNESCO, and the UN Secretariat continue to lag behind
Behind the scenes at the Information Service at the UN in Geneva
We spoke to four of the staff who make this service’s work possible
The UN staff helping Ukraine feed the world
Who are the UN staff ensuring that food ships can safely leave Ukraine and feed the world?
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UN-ANDI’s work on ‘making the UN Charter a reality’ within the UN
Promoting a more diverse and inclusive culture through awareness
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UNOMS: navigating conflict resolution dynamics in the UN
Balancing virtual innovation with the preferred in-person touch
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La Huella – Solidarity Bookshop
An internal initiative that re-homes books whilst contributing to charity projects around the world
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Navigating the UN career path and overcoming challenges
A UN career can offer substantial rewards, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges
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Bridging the East-West culture divide
Senior Reviser Jaime Sánchez-Ratia discusses Arabic literature, translation at the UN and the human drive to pursue misguided goals
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Multilingualism: a true core value at WMO
The practical tool by which the organization can deliver its message to all members, no matter the language
The art of representing 131 ethnic groups
We speak to Yerlan Alimbayev, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations Office at Geneva
An insight into the Cypriot Mission
What are Cyprus’ priorities according to Ambassador Olympia Neocleous?
Cabo Verde – what next?
Ambassador Clara Delgado Jesus updates us on her country’s priorities for 2024
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EDUCATION
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An international education
An insight into the importance of peace and development in schools with Conrad Hughes, Director of the Ecole Internationale de Genève
Studying in Switzerland: a challenging choice for parents
Switzerland is not only famous for its chocolate or private banks, but also for its international and boarding schools
EDUCATION
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Interagency coordination should not be watered down!
Interagency coordination is a conundrum. Why are there so many redundancies and overlaps within the UN system? Bottled water may matter more than coordination
On the front line of conflict
The story behind life as a UN Diplomat in the field
UN Memories: Why I founded the International Gender Champions
As gender equality remains a distant reality, engaging international decision-makers is essential to set us on the right path
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Leaving a legacy of empowerment
Jo Butler is an international lawyer who worked for the UN. She now runs an online charity store called ‘Schoolery: jewels for...
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Lost in interpretation
An interpreter’s work is full of surprises at the General Assembly
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L’appel du village
Plutôt que s’étendre sur ses 32 années passées à l’ONU où elle a notamment été représentante résidente, Odile Sorgho Moulinier...
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My work helping child soldiers return to their families
When it comes to human rights violations, few are as egregious as those committed against children
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La protection des réfugiés, le combat d’une vie
Ngonlardje Kabra Mbaidjol, a su saisir l’opportunité d’étudier et a mené une belle carrière au Haut Commissariat des Nations...
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Une échappée belle dans la ville éternelle
Les parcours professionnels sont parfois émaillés de moments de grâce. Pour Maria-Sabina Yétérian Parisi de la CNUCED, ce fut...
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Leaving a legacy of empowerment
Jo Butler is an international lawyer who worked for the UN. She now runs an online charity store called ‘Schoolery: jewels for schools’
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Lost in interpretation
An interpreter’s work is full of surprises at the General Assembly
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L’appel du village
Plutôt que s’étendre sur ses 32 années passées à l’ONU où elle a notamment été représentante résidente, Odile Sorgho Moulinier préfère parler de son père
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My work helping child soldiers return to their families
When it comes to human rights violations, few are as egregious as those committed against children
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La protection des réfugiés, le combat d’une vie
Ngonlardje Kabra Mbaidjol, a su saisir l’opportunité d’étudier et a mené une belle carrière au Haut Commissariat des Nations Unies pour les réfugiés
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Une échappée belle dans la ville éternelle
Les parcours professionnels sont parfois émaillés de moments de grâce. Pour Maria-Sabina Yétérian Parisi de la CNUCED, ce fut une mission en Italie
Vesak Day: celebrating enlightenment
Understanding Vesak Day and discovering the deeper meaning and symbolism behind its global celebrations and traditions
Exploring realities at Visions du Réel. Nyon is ready, are you?
The only international film festival dedicated to non-fiction filmmaking in Switzerland
Armenia’s pumpkin delight
How to make Ghapama, a traditional Armenian dish
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3, 2, 1, showtime!
Is performance the perfect formula for communication?
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Captivating Baroque vocal chords: Parisian ensemble makes a triumphant return
Experience the magic. The soprano Sandrine Piau and the piano of David Kadouch at the Grand Theater. March 1, 2024
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Art exhibition showcasing female talent
Exhibition of artworks: paintings, sculptures, photography, jewellery and handicrafts- World Intellectual Property Organization...
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España con otro enfoque, de Rodolfo Romero
Exposition du 6 février au 15 mars 2024 à l’Institut Cervantes de Lyon
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A broken chain and a magic fountain
San Marino and UN values depicted in two art pieces at the Palais des Nations
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Escuela de escritura: a reflection on writers and their craft
Where does passion for literature end and mad ambition and simple vanity begin?
In the name of the father
Son of Charles and Oona. Son of a global artistic legacy. Father of his own talent and career: Eugene Chaplin
Le MEG, un musée en pleine evolution
Désireux de s’adapter aux besoins de son public, le Musée d’Ethnographie de Genève redéfinit son identité de façon décoloniale, inclusive et durable
Can art and connection save the world?
Geneva-based international artivist Dan Acher is convinced of it, and it has to do with shared emotion. Here’s how it works
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3, 2, 1, showtime!
Is performance the perfect formula for communication?
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Captivating Baroque vocal chords: Parisian ensemble makes a triumphant return
Experience the magic. The soprano Sandrine Piau and the piano of David Kadouch at the Grand Theater. March 1, 2024
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Art exhibition showcasing female talent
Exhibition of artworks: paintings, sculptures, photography, jewellery and handicrafts- World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), New Building, Atrium 1
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España con otro enfoque, de Rodolfo Romero
Exposition du 6 février au 15 mars 2024 à l’Institut Cervantes de Lyon
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A broken chain and a magic fountain
San Marino and UN values depicted in two art pieces at the Palais des Nations
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Escuela de escritura: a reflection on writers and their craft
Where does passion for literature end and mad ambition and simple vanity begin?
L’escalade, un sport qui grimpe !
La pratique de l’escalade connaît un essor particulièrement important ces dernières années. Quelles sont les raisons d’un tel engouement ?
Put some spring into your step
Make the most of spring. Get out on the powder and see the best of Switzerland!
Skiing and the ascent of the backcountry adventure
As winter settles across the Alps, ski touring offers a quieter, more intimate mountain experience than traditional skiing for many of us
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Les Coups de cœur hivernaux des Kiosques culturels du CAGI
L’hiver s’installe et avec lui les festivités de fin d’année et les aventures hivernales
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Barbados: a bounty of experiences
Beyond its powder soft, white sand beaches, Barbados has an incredible allure, and an abundance of activities to do all year...
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Fun for everyone at the UN Beach this summer
No need to miss out on the beach while you’re in Geneva. Come enjoy our sun loungers, paddleboards, bar and more
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Un florilège d’offres à tarif préférentiel pour profiter de l’été
Le Centre d’Accueil de la Genève Internationale propose une sélection d’offres spéciales pour planifier vos activités estivales...
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Sport for peace, human rights and development
Football Tournament Event – 21 June 2023, Stade de Varembé, Geneva
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Bienne fait la part belle au bilinguisme
Située au nord du canton de Berne, en plein cœur de la région des Trois-Lacs, Bienne est une ville pleine de charme
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Les Coups de cœur hivernaux des Kiosques culturels du CAGI
L’hiver s’installe et avec lui les festivités de fin d’année et les aventures hivernales
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Barbados: a bounty of experiences
Beyond its powder soft, white sand beaches, Barbados has an incredible allure, and an abundance of activities to do all year round
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Fun for everyone at the UN Beach this summer
No need to miss out on the beach while you’re in Geneva. Come enjoy our sun loungers, paddleboards, bar and more
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Un florilège d’offres à tarif préférentiel pour profiter de l’été
Le Centre d’Accueil de la Genève Internationale propose une sélection d’offres spéciales pour planifier vos activités estivales dans la région lémanique
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Sport for peace, human rights and development
Football Tournament Event – 21 June 2023, Stade de Varembé, Geneva
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Bienne fait la part belle au bilinguisme
Située au nord du canton de Berne, en plein cœur de la région des Trois-Lacs, Bienne est une ville pleine de charme
Health Today
We talk to Cary Adams, Chief Executive Officer at Union for International Cancer Control
English-speaking cancer support across Switzerland
A conversation with Elina Viitaniemi,
Director of Cancer Support Switzerland
The story of a stroke
The powerful link between inclusion
and sustainable employability
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As the flu season begins, those at high risk should get vaccinated
2023 marks the 105th anniversary of the 1918 Great Influenza pandemic, a devastating event
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Protecting body and mind in emergencies
The multiple stressors of climate change present even greater challenges to safeguard mental health in the wake of...
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L’EMDR a le vent en poupe
Thérapie innovante, ou désensibilisation et retraitement par les mouvements oculaires, permet de surmonter certains...
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Recrudescence de la tuberculose
On la croyait en perte de vitesse, voilà que la tuberculose est en augmentation dans de nombreuses régions du monde
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Unwind at work: harnessing the power of yoga to reduce stress
Here we explore how yoga can be a game changer for you to improve your productivity, while keeping your wellbeing at its...
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The secret to making better decisions: attending our breath
Exploring our breath as a tangible tool to harness our emotions, tackle stress and confusion, and make intuitive decisions that...
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: when sleeping makes you sick
Do you snore and wake up not feeling rested despite a full night’s sleep? Do you experience morning headaches and excessive daytime sleepiness? If so, you are probably suffering from obstructive...
Hip and knee replacement: benefits of computer-assisted surgery
Hip and knee replacements are among the most commonly performed orthopedic procedures and their number continues to grow worldwide. Significant improvements in implant design and materials have been...
Movember : a month dedicated to male health
Every year during the month of November, men are invited to grow a moustache. The objective of movember (contraction of “moustache” and “November”) ? Raise awareness about male health among the...
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As the flu season begins, those at high risk should get vaccinated
2023 marks the 105th anniversary of the 1918 Great Influenza pandemic, a devastating event
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Protecting body and mind in emergencies
The multiple stressors of climate change present even greater challenges to safeguard mental health in the wake of emergencies
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L’EMDR a le vent en poupe
Thérapie innovante, ou désensibilisation et retraitement par les mouvements oculaires, permet de surmonter certains traumatismes
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Recrudescence de la tuberculose
On la croyait en perte de vitesse, voilà que la tuberculose est en augmentation dans de nombreuses régions du monde
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Unwind at work: harnessing the power of yoga to reduce stress
Here we explore how yoga can be a game changer for you to improve your productivity, while keeping your wellbeing at its best
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The secret to making better decisions: attending our breath
Exploring our breath as a tangible tool to harness our emotions, tackle stress and confusion, and make intuitive decisions that create impact!
Celebrating World Sustainable Gastronomy Day
Moving towards sustainable dining in Switzerland
Peddling sustainable mobility into Geneva’s future
In the heart of Geneva, the future of sustainable transportation is being pedaled into reality by the passion and commitment of the volunteers
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Who is behind Wikipedia?
The myths behind the world’s most accessed information hub with Rebecca Mackinnon, Vice President of Global Advocacy at Wikimedia Foundation
Keeping museums inclusive for people with disabilities
Technology might hold the key for art accessibility around the world
The secret formula behind the best talks: content creation
In order for your message to have a lasting effect, the words that you speak should be chosen skillfully
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Can young people have faith in the international system?
2024 and beyond – young people face a world of polycrises and conflict without the confidence that the multilateral system...
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Communication skills every leader of the digital age must know
To survive and thrive in the digital age, today’s leaders need to rapidly up-skill in communication
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Expat’s lives: emotional challenges for children and adolescents
Moving is a source of richness but also of psychological suffering for children and adolescents. They need help to re-anchor in...
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The merits of graphic recording
Everybody loves stories and pictures. Graphic recording encapsulates our deeply human nature to visualize our ideas
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A planetary journey to the rescue of the 2030 Agenda
A pioneering couple have taken on an extraordinary mission to create an inclusive future through raising awareness of the power...
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Un voyage planétaire à la rescousse du programme 2030
Faire prendre conscience du pouvoir de chacun de créer un avenir inclusif, tel est le but du voyage hors norme qu’entreprend un...
Photos of the month: October 2020. UN75 United Nations’s staff. 75 Years Serving the Organisation
Le UN Today organise un évènement à la plage de l’ONU
Le numéro de juillet-août de UN Today était dédié à la mode durable. A cette occasion, un évènement fut organisé à la plage de l’ONU. L’évènement a rassemblé des représentants des missions...
Educating Responsible Leaders, Building on the Geneva Advantage
The Geneva School of Economics and Management not only provides state-of-the-art education, but also creates and disseminates knowledge, collaborating with the Geneva community. Building on a...
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Can young people have faith in the international system?
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Communication skills every leader of the digital age must know
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Expat’s lives: emotional challenges for children and adolescents
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The merits of graphic recording
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A planetary journey to the rescue of the 2030 Agenda
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Un voyage planétaire à la rescousse du programme 2030
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Can young people have faith in the international system?
2024 and beyond – young people face a world of polycrises and conflict without the confidence that the multilateral system can solve them
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Communication skills every leader of the digital age must know
To survive and thrive in the digital age, today’s leaders need to rapidly up-skill in communication
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Expat’s lives: emotional challenges for children and adolescents
Moving is a source of richness but also of psychological suffering for children and adolescents. They need help to re-anchor in a new environment
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The merits of graphic recording
Everybody loves stories and pictures. Graphic recording encapsulates our deeply human nature to visualize our ideas
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A planetary journey to the rescue of the 2030 Agenda
A pioneering couple have taken on an extraordinary mission to create an inclusive future through raising awareness of the power of each individual
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Un voyage planétaire à la rescousse du programme 2030
Faire prendre conscience du pouvoir de chacun de créer un avenir inclusif, tel est le but du voyage hors norme qu’entreprend un couple pionnier
