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Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
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Expert
Dr. Mark McCarthy Akrofi
Mark Akrofi is a JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellow with dual affiliations at UNU-IAS and Kyoto University.
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Ronald Musizvingoza
Ronald Musizvingoza is a Social Scientist and Researcher at UNU Macau, whose work falls at the intersection of gender equality (SDG5), health, and well-being (SDG3) and digital technology.
News
NPU’s students successfully completed UNU Macau’s training on digital technologies and sustainable development
The programme included training on agent-based modelling for policymaking, Sustainable Development Goals and career development.
Event
Engaging Youth in Green Jobs at Scale for a Just Transition
JOHOR, MALAYSIA: This session at the Asia-Pacific Climate Week aims to build the capacity of youth to lead a just transition.
Side Event
From Reaction to Socio-Ecological Resilience: Advancing Disaster Risk Reduction and Ecosystem Restoration Nexus for Climate Adaptation
DUBAI & ONLINE: This session at the COP28 Resilience Hub will explore practical measures such finance mechanisms & grassroots nature-based solutions.
News
Event in Kanazawa Discusses Local Action for Global Progress on the SDGs
Public session shared SDGs initiatives from Japan, Kenya and USA.
Side Event
Pathways towards Enhanced Capacity to Implement the Paris Agreement — Regional Leaders Dialogue
DUBAI: This COP28 side event at Japan Pavilion will discuss strategies to increase institutional capacity and partnerships for carbon-neutrality.
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UNU Macau is hosting 'Empower Tech Macau' Workshop to promote digital inclusivity
The Workshop, aimed at addressing the gender digital divide, is organised in partnership with EQUALS-EU.
Event
ASEAN Ambassadors’ Panel Discussion: The Future of South-East Asia as an Epicentre of Growth
MAASTRICHT and ONLINE: On 15 November, UNU-MERIT will co-organize this event to explore the pivotal role of ASEAN diplomacy.
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How Data Can Help Us Build a Better Society: Insights from the 2023 Digital Nations Ministerial Meeting
UNU-EGOV co-sponsored the 2023 Digital Nations Ministerial Meeting.