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Climate Change’s Impact on Mental Health Is Overlooked and Misunderstood — Here’s What Can Be Done
A collective call for climate action will help us transition from a state of fear and anxiety and create hope to build more resilient societies.
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Should STI policies in Latin America give priority to social inclusion?
UNESCO Chair webinar on STI policies for sustainable development in Latin America
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Addressing the main challenges on Science, Technology & Innovation Policies for Latin America
Learn about STI policies in Latin America with UNU-MERIT’s webinar series.
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Can developing countries seize emerging windows of opportunity in the green hydrogen economy?
Green hydrogen can drive decarbonization and unlock opportunities for developing countries
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UNU-MERIT’s UNESCO Chair to Deliver Training for Policymakers in Honduras
Hybrid training for Honduras decision-makers on sustainable development.
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UNU-MERIT joins international partners to relaunch social protection training courses across Africa
TRANSFORM, an AU-led initiative supported by UNU-MERIT, launched a new website for social protection training.
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We Interviewed 150 Women Migrants, Revealing How Their Journeys Involve Peril at Every Turn
A new research partnership is spotlighting the need to create spaces of safety and support for women who migrate to escape violence and oppression.
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COP26: The Psychological Game Behind a Successful Negotiation
Global leaders at COP26 need to understand what is at stake for each nation and build trust to achieve a successful outcome.
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Why Cooperation is Key to Better City Environments
A new study provides evidence that local governments can use to initiate action that addresses urban environmental concerns.
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Informal Workers in Senegal, Mali, and Burkina Faso Have Been Hit Harder by COVID-19
Governments must shape social protection and small business support policies that protect informal workers from the consequences of the pandemic.