Health
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The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that health must be high up on the agenda of the UN: Diseases cross borders and affect citizens everywhere, and the absence of health has an impact on many of the UN’s goals such as economic development or reduced inequalities. COVID-19 interrupted even the core of the UN’s work in multilateralism: planes stood still, borders were closed, people were stigmatized because of their physical…
Business seminars
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Invitation to UNOG Business Seminar: How to do Business with UNOG
The United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) invites potential vendors to participate in the procurement seminar "How to do Business with UNOG?". The purpose of the business seminar is to inform potential vendors and trade entities about UNOG’s procurement activities. The seminar, to which all interested entities are encouraged to participate, will provide…
Directions
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If you have never been at UN Geneva, navigating your way through the vast gardens and large network of corridors and meeting rooms is not an easy task. The below information give you guidance on the way to, into and inside the Palais des Nations. View and download the map of the Palais, use our room guide to find your next meeting venue or find out which routes and facilities are wheelchair accessible.…
Latest news
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Middle East: Gaza food markets ‘in decay’ as starvation looms
13 November 2024
Reports of ongoing bombardments, likely starvation and despair continue to emerge from Gaza where many basic daily staples now “barely exist”, UN…
Engage
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To achieve its ambitious goals, including the Sustainable Development Goals, the United Nations depends on your support. Whether you are a teacher, a student, you own a business or work for an NGO, whether you would like to reduce your carbon footprint or consume more responsible fashion: There are multiple ways to engage for everyone at every stage of life. Learn about the United Nations and the areas we work in, join…
Beyond Lab
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About the Beyond Lab
The Beyond Lab in the Office of the Director-General (formerly SDG Lab) is UN Geneva's collaborative space leading on social innovation for long-term sustainability.Building on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda, the Lab works on enabling systems…
Action against Racism
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UN Geneva taking action against racism in the workplace
“There’s racism at the UN and we want it gone”
A new UN Geneva Working Group on Addressing Racism in the Workplace has been established by the Director-General, and a focal point for diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism has been appointed. Together with staff, the group is now working to locally implement…
Practical Information
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Prohibition of laser pointers on Swiss territoryPlease be aware that laser pointers classified as 1M, 2, 2M, 3R, 3B, and 4 are banned on Swiss territory. Only class 1 laser pointers, which pose no health risk, are authorized. Laser pointers are…
About
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Welcome to UN Geneva. For more than 75 years, the UN has stood strong as a centre for multilateralism, working for peace, rights and well-being. Learn more about what UN Geneva, its secretariat entities as well as partnering funds, programmes and specialized agencies located in Geneva do to improve the lives of many across the globe.
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Events
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From cultural celebrations to film screenings, discussions or the commemoration of international days: the events calendar at UN Geneva is never empty. Have a look at our different event categories and find your event. Please note: many events are managed through our participants registration platform Indico.UN. You will find all important information, such as dates and time, information about your registration and…
