United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR)

The Global Digital Compact (GDC) is to be decided upon at the 2024 UN Summit of the Future this month, laying the foundations for global AI governance. At this critical moment, join UNU-CPR with Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs on 19 September to consider how the GDC can be effectively implemented, as well as the recommendations of the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Body on AI to promote an "open, free and secure digital future for all”. 🕛 8:30 am ET 🗓 19 September 2024 📍 Online 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gBAgfRDC

On Monday, 9 September, join UNU-CPR and The Freedom Fund for a discussion on modern slavery and access to documentation. Featuring insights from experts and survivors in Brazil, Kenya and Nepal. 🕛 6:45-8:45pm Kathmandu | 4:00-6:00pm Nairobi | 2:00-4:00pm London | 10:00am-noon São Paulo | 9:00-11:00am New York 🗓 Monday 9 September 2024 📍 Online 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e6EhveEv This event will be hosted in English, with Nepali and Portuguese interpretations. यो कार्यक्रम अङ्ग्रेजी भाषामा सञ्चालन हुनेछ र नेपाली र पोर्चुगीज् भाषामा समानान्तर अनुवाद सेवा प्रदान गरिनेछ । Esse evento será realizado em inglês, com interpretações em nepalês e português.

Join us for an online event with United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR) bringing together global experts, grassroots leaders and survivors from affected communities in Brazil, Kenya and Nepal for a vital discussion on the hidden struggles faced by the estimated 850 million people worldwide who lack official identity documents. Join us on Monday 9th September! This event will be hosted in English, with Nepali and Portuguese interpretations. यो कार्यक्रम अङ्ग्रेजी भाषामा सञ्चालन हुनेछ र नेपाली र पोर्चुगीज् भाषामा समानान्तर अनुवाद सेवा प्रदान गरिनेछ । Esse evento será realizado em inglês, com interpretações em nepalês e português. Register now! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4fF1Dy5

Today saw the launch of “Assembly for Peace: A Digital Handbook on the UN General Assembly's Past Practice on Peace and Security”, produced by UNU-CPR for the Office of the President of the General Assembly, United Nations. UNU-CPR Director David Passarelli addressed Member States on behalf of the Handbook research team (Erica Gaston, Adam Day (he/him), Sophie Buddenhorn, Emma Bapt, Imane Karimou, Catharina Nickel). His intervention drew attention to the General Assembly’s significant role in peace and security over the past eight decades—from upholding Charter values to innovating many of the practices associated with maintaining peace and security today. The General Assembly was the first to authorize a UN peacekeeping mission; and has set important precedents on sanctions and good offices. Despite these contributions, much of the General Assembly’s practice remains relatively unknown, or difficult to access, a gap this new Handbook aims to address by offering a user-friendly guide to past initiatives and actions. Addressing Member States, UN bodies and the President of the General Assembly, David Passarelli stated, “I encourage you to view this Handbook not just as a reference guide to past practice, but as a catalyst for action—a guide to the Assembly’s role in addressing global security issues more effectively.” With the Summit of the Future and the 79th session of the General Assembly taking place this month, now is a pivotal moment to leverage the Assembly’s authority in addressing global challenges effectively. For more, access the Handbook here: https://lnkd.in/e_6mEsfg And view the launch event recording here: https://lnkd.in/eyH6Yb4C

Happening in 15 minutes: Join UNU-CPR for the launch of the Digital Handbook on revitalizing the General Assembly’s engagement in peace and security! 🕛 1:15 pm ET 🗓 5 September 2024 📍 ECOSOC, UNHQ 📺 Watch live on UN Web TV: https://lnkd.in/eyH6Yb4C Access "Assembly for Peace: A Digital Handbook on the UN General Assembly’s Past Practice on Peace and Security" here: https://lnkd.in/e_6mEsfg

How can the goals of the Global Digital Compact, to be agreed upon at the Summit of the Future, be operationalized to create a more vibrant, responsive and free global digital commons? Stefaan Verhulst, PhD explores four key ways in a new blog: https://lnkd.in/ereYjzbR

TODAY: Join UNU-CPR for the launch of the Digital Handbook on revitalizing the General Assembly’s engagement in peace and security! The handbook, produced by UNU-CPR for the President of the General Assembly, is designed to inform Member States, the UN system and the public on how the General Assembly has historically responded to threats to international peace and security, and enhance current and future practices. 🕛 1:15 pm ET 🗓 5 September 2024 📍 ECOSOC, UNHQ Access "Assembly for Peace: A Digital Handbook on the UN General Assembly’s Past Practice on Peace and Security" here: https://lnkd.in/e_6mEsfg

📢 Tomorrow: Join UNU-CPR for the launch of the Digital Handbook on revitalizing the General Assembly’s engagement in peace and security! Produced by UNU-CPR for the President of the General Assembly, this handbook offers insights into how the General Assembly has historically responded to threats to international peace and security over the past 78 years. It aims to equip Member States, the UN system, and the public with the knowledge needed to tackle mounting global challenges. Access "Assembly for Peace: A Digital Handbook on the UN General Assembly’s Past Practice on Peace and Security" here: https://lnkd.in/e_6mEsfg #UNGA #GeneralAssembly #UN

Join UNU-CPR this Thursday for the launch of the Digital Handbook on revitalizing the General Assembly’s engagement in peace and security. The handbook, produced by UNU-CPR for the President of the General Assembly, is designed to inform Member States, the UN system and the public on how the General Assembly has historically responded to threats to international peace and security, and enhance current and future practices, as Member States and the UN confront increasing global challenges. 📘 Access "Assembly for Peace: A Digital Handbook on the UN General Assembly’s Past Practice on Peace and Security" here: https://lnkd.in/e_6mEsfg

The Summit of the Future is a critical opportunity to address the implications of Artificial Intelligence for the multilateral system, and agree on a Global Digital Compact (GDC), laying the foundations of global AI governance. On September 19, the eve of the Summit, join UNU-CPR with Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs to explore potential pathways for effectively implementing the GDC and the recommendations of the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Body on AI to promote an "open, free and secure digital future for all”. 🕛 8:30 am ET 🗓 19 September 2024 📍 Online 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gBAgfRDC