The decision of the United Nations General Assembly to proclaim 2027–2036 as the International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development marks an important milestone in advancing the recognition of culture as an …
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STEPAN begins new phase of regional cooperation on Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) policy under 2026–2030 Action Plan
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauJakarta, Indonesia – Representatives from across Asia gathered in Jakarta from 31 August to 1 September for the Sixth Annual Meeting of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Innovation Policy Asia and the …
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Economy & Development
Every young person deserves a voice — and a safe space online: UNESCO and Maxence Melo champion critical thinking for Tanzania’s youth
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauTechnology is changing how young people learn, communicate, create and connect. Artificial intelligence and digital platforms are no longer emerging tools — they are already part of everyday life. At …
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Global Affairs
She found her voice. Now she is helping others find theirs: Hamisa Mobetto and UNESCO champion safer digital spaces
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauThere is a particular kind of knowing that only comes from having lived through something. Hamisa Mobetto knows what it feels like to open her phone and find her name …
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UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2026 reward six impactful initiatives
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauFollowing the recommendations of an international jury, these awards were presented during the International Literacy Day global celebration, organized by UNESCO in collaboration with the Government of Mexico on 8 and 9 …
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Education & Innovation
PRESS RELEASE: MoEYS and UNESCO Highlight the Role of Literacy in Building an Inclusive and Equitable Cambodia on National Literacy Day
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauHuman capital development is identified as one of five strategic priorities under the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Pentagonal Strategy Phase I (2024-2028), which calls for a citizenry defined by equity …
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Global Affairs
87 nominations received in the 2026 Call of UNESCO´s Memory of the World Regional Register for Latin America and the Caribbean
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauThis year, 23 countries are participating, with the following number of nominations: Argentina (10, plus 1 joint nomination with Brazil and Colombia), Belize (1), Bolivia (9), Brazil (18), Chile (2), Colombia (11, …
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Education & Innovation
UNESCO Launches WINGS Caribbean to Advance Science, Women and Caribbean Transformation
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauThe UNESCO Office for the Caribbean launched today WINGS Caribbean (Women Inspiring New Generations in Science), a new fellowship initiative designed to support outstanding women researchers and innovators whose work …
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Global Affairs
Cusco refuerza medidas para proteger su patrimonio durante sus principales festividades
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauCada junio, la Ciudad del Cusco, Sitio de Patrimonio Mundial, se convierte en uno de los escenarios culturales más vibrantes del Perú. Miles de personas se reúnen en el centro histórico del …
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Economy & Development
UNESCO and SEDECO strengthen Oaxaca’s biocultural heritage and economic development
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauAs part of the Primavera Oaxaqueña (Oaxacan Spring) initiative, the State Government, through SEDECO, is joining forces with UNESCO and the Banorte Foundation to strengthen the biocultural heritage and the …