UNESCO

From devastation to inspiration: #Beirut’s creatives rise again. With UNESCO, The World Bank & UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) support through #BERYT, artists like Rawad turn loss into light—rebuilding hope through film, music & community. More about our work: https://lnkd.in/eDbZCNMu #ForBeirut

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future challenge, it is a strategic priority for governments today. The AI and Digital Transformation in Government course, created by the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford in partnership with UNESCO helps civil servants around the world build the skills needed to lead ethical, inclusive and effective digital transformation. 🌐 Free and fully online (English & Spanish) ➡️ Details and registration: https://unes.co/dttk1r

🦋 Every year, millions of monarch butterflies travel thousands of kilometres to reach UNESCO’s Monarch Butterfly #BiosphereReserve in Mexico. This sanctuary doesn’t survive on its own. It is protected year-round by local communities who sustain their livelihoods through traditional crafts, beekeeping, and responsible tourism. UNESCO and Dior joined forces to support them, because when communities thrive, nature does too. Read the full story: https://unes.co/ixia2x #Biodiversity #ForNature

Meet Noura, Tinhinane and Ghina, 3 of our amazing fellows part of the 1st The Royal Commission for AlUla & UNESCO Fellowship Programme. In #AlUla, by diving into research in #heritage conservation and enhancing knowledge exchange among young researchers we strive to make a lasting global impact. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eqhT8WQM

Almost half of judicial professionals worldwide are already using AI in their daily work—but only 9% have received proper guidance. This gap can put human rights at risk. UNESCO’s Guidelines for the Use of AI in Courts and Tribunals provide the first global framework to ensure AI supports justice while upholding the rule of law. Built around 15 universal principles and informed by consultations with experts from over 160 countries, the Guidelines guide judges, court administrators, and policymakers on responsible AI use. 📄 Explore the Guidelines: https://unes.co/sye9ss

Since 2012, self-censorship among journalists has surged by 63%, at a rate of about 5% per year. 📢 The newly published UNESCO 2022–2025 World Trends Report on Freedom of Expression and Media Development highlights the urgent need to defend media freedom, support independent journalism, and help ensure access to reliable information for all. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dxbf9S-v

❄️ Dr. Heïdi Sevestre and Matthieu Tordeur have reached Antarctica with a clear goal: to support the protection of glaciers and amplify the voice of the Decade of Cryospheric Science, launched by UNESCO. Through this collaboration with Under Antarctica, UNESCO is partnering with two committed explorers to document realities on the ground, make the impacts of climate disruption visible, and shine a light on these vital ecosystems. Their expedition is more than a scientific journey. It is a commitment, a message, and an invitation to act — to protect what is melting before our eyes. 🎥 Follow their journey and discover behind the scenes of this essential mission. #UNESCO #PolarWitnesses #Glaciers2025 #Cryosphere

💛  In the Niokolo-Koba and Badiar #BiosphereReserves in Senegal and Guinea, every jar of honey tells a story of resilience. Beekeeping here = nutrition, medicine, spiritual heritage, and a path to economic autonomy. Thanks to the UNESCO x Guerlain #WomenForBees project, women in UNESCO biosphere reserves around the world are becoming skilled beekeepers while protecting biodiversity. Read the full story: https://unes.co/u1trpj The data mentioned in this post is based on Chloe S.'s survey across 59 villages in Niokolo-Koba Biosphere Reserve (Senegal), Badiar Biosphere Reserve (Guinea), and the future Pinselli-Soyah-Sabouyah National Park (Guinea). #Biodiversity #ForNature

The 2025 UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences has launched a new support program for young women scientists in Africa. This year, two outstanding researchers were selected as the fellowship recipients: 🔬Dr. Tegwinde Rebeca Compaore Rebeca Compaore, Burkina Faso 🇧🇫, whose work advances precision diagnostic strategies specifically adapted to African contexts. 🔬Dr. Pearl Abu, Ph.D, from Ghana 🇬🇭, whose research contributes to the development of protein and maize varieties that are tolerant to abiotic stresses. These fellowships honour female researchers who stand out for their scientific rigor and relevance to the major challenges facing the African continent. Through the UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea fellowship programme, UNESCO reaffirms its commitment to inclusive, innovative science and the role of women in science. Learn more about their stories: https://unes.co/qx4mwl

In today's rapidly urbanizing world, the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities is paving the way to promote lifelong learning for all. With 425 cities impacting millions of citizens, this network addresses urgent global challenges such as sustainable development. By joining, cities gain access to a vibrant global exchange of innovative ideas, unlock expert guidance, and achieve recognition on the world stage through initiatives like the UNESCO Learning City Award. See how we are transforming urban #Education through learning. Discover how your city can benefit: https://lnkd.in/dEMAY7pc