Bringing the world to you: International Geneva at Balexert
16 - 20 APRIL 2024
As the host of more than 40 international organizations, 180 permanent missions and over 400 NGOs, International Geneva is one of the leading hubs of multilateral diplomacy in the world. The work of these institutions is truly universal in scope, reaching every corner of the globe.
From April 16 to 20, come meet 16 international organizations at Balexert, Geneva’s largest shopping center, to learn more about the diverse and impactful work of these organizations and how they affect our daily lives!
To discover more about International Geneva, including several of the organizations participating at the event, you can peruse an interactive map here.
Programme of Activities
The exhibition showcasing the activities of the 16 UN agencies and international organizations will be held throughout the day
during Balexert's working hours. Below is a programme detailing specific activities taking place during the exhibition:
Tuesday 16 April
*10:00-19:00: (ongoing) Exhibitions of 16 UN agencies and international organizations
10:00-10:30: Inauguration Ceremony, with opening remarks by:
- Ms. Adeline Ventrone for Balexert (welcome, opening)
- Ms. Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of UNOG
- Mr. Yannick Roulin, Director of CAGI
- Mr. Mathias Buschbeck, Mayor of Vernier
12:00-14:00: Group Karaoke with UNRISD: Singing for Equality
14:00-15:00: How much do you know about the world around you? UNDP Quiz with prizes (at SDG booth)
17:00-18:00: Daily ‘Genève internationale’ Quiz
18:00-18:15: Grand Prize Draw
Wednesday 17 April
*09:30-19:00: (ongoing) Exhibitions of 16 UN agencies and international organizations
10:00-11:00: Spin the SDG Wheel – UNITAR Quiz (with Prizes)
12:00-14:00: ILO - Decent Work game
14:00-16:00: CERN -Scientific demonstrations
16:00-17:00: How much do you know about the world around you? UNDP Quiz with prizes (at SDG booth)
17:00-18:00: Daily ‘Genève internationale’ Quiz
18:00-18:15: Grand Prize Draw
Thursday 18 April
*09:30-21:00: (ongoing) Exhibitions of 16 UN agencies and international organizations
11:00-12:00: Spin the SDG Wheel - UNITAR Quiz (with Prizes)
12:00-13:00: How much do you know about the world around you? UNDP Quiz with prizes (at SDG booth)
12:00-14:00: Virtual Reality Experience with UNRISD: “The Art of Equality: A Journey to Justice”
17:00-18:00: Daily ‘Genève internationale’ Quiz
18:00-18:15: Grand Prize Draw
Friday, 19 April
*09:30-19:30: (ongoing) Exhibitions of 16 UN agencies and international organizations
10:30-12:00: Pathé Cinéma:"Health for All" Film Festival – The screening of a series of short films selected by the WHO
12:00-13:00: How much do you know about the world around you? UNDP Quiz with prizes (at SDG booth)
14:00-15:00: Spin the SDG Wheel - UNITAR Quiz (with Prizes)
17:00-18:00: Daily ‘Genève internationale’ Quiz
18:00-18:15: Grand Prize Draw
Saturday 20 April
*09:30-18:00: (ongoing) Exhibitions of 16 UN agencies and international organizations
10:00-12:00: CERN - Scientific demonstrations
12:00-14:00: ILO - Decent Work game
14:00-16:00: CERN - Scientific demonstrations
16:00-17:00: Group Karaoke with UNRISD: Singing for Equality
16:00-17:00: Daily ‘Genève internationale’ Quiz
17:00-17:15: Grand Prize Draw
LIST OF PARTICIPATING UN AGENCIES AND INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
UN Geneva is at the heart of International Geneva, bringing together a unique mix of actors and providing the critical support necessary for constructive dialogue and problem solving.
Meet 16 UN agencies and international organizations that will participate and learn more about their diverse and impactful work for peace, rights and well-being.
