Young people in the Mediterranean region, now have the opportunity to be a part of significant “decision making” in their own communities, through a project instigated by the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural organisation (UNESCO).
Networks of Mediterranean Youth or NET-MED Youth, is a three-year project which was implemented in 2014 by UNESCO, and funded by the European Union.
Eco-friendly ferries are the best method of transport for “billions” living in coastal areas, according to the winner of a million-dollar UN grant, speaking on Wednesday.
Alexandra Bech Gjorv is the chief-executive of SINTEF, an independent research institute based in Norway.
Her institute won the US$1 million competition, organized by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) for its research on solar-powered boat transport.
The new portrait of out-going UN chief Ban Ki-moon that was unveiled on Wednesday ranks as “the most special project I have ever worked on” says its renowned artist.
South Korean artist, Lee Won-hee, has painted presidents and other leading politicians at home, but his portrait of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is his most significant work yet, he said.
Mr Lee attended the unveiling at UN Headquarters, where the portrait will hang alongside those of Mr Ban’s seven predecessors, on the ground floor of the main Secretariat building.
Nearly four billion people are still not connected to the Internet, according to the UN’s International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
People in least-developed countries are the most affected, because very few technology companies are willing to invest in broadband access for rural areas, said Malcolm Johnson, the ITU’s Deputy Secretary-General.
Jorge Miyares spoke to him in Mexico, where thousands of delegates convened at the 11th annual Internet Governance Forum, to discuss a more accessible and inclusive Internet.
Asteroids have been recognized by the UN as a “global concern” because of the potential destruction they could cause on Earth.
That’s according to Simonetta di Pippo, head of UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA).
The UN agency has proclaimed 30 June as the new International Asteroid Day, which will be observed for the first time in 2017.
Andita Listyarini asked Ms di Pippo about the significance of the day.
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Women are more reluctant to engage in the digital economy because of cultural and safety barriers, coupled with a lack of technical skills.
That’s according to Barbara Wanner, Vice President for information, communications and technology (ICT) at the United States Council for International Business.
She’s been attending the Internet Governance Forum in Mexico, organized by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA).
Violence against women, the worldwide scourge
Safeguarding a traditional Cambodian music style called “Chapei Dang Veng” is important to the country’s heritage according to Phoeung Sakona, Cambodia’s Minister of Culture and fine arts.
The ancient art form has been recently added to the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
Chapei lost its popularity under the former Khmer Rouge regime, which ruled Cambodia during the 1970s.
HIV-positive women face more discrimination than men
HIV-positive women face more discrimination than men with HIV according to a young activist from India. Lalchhuanzuali was at the UN to talk about the problems facing young people with HIV, especially in accessing vital services. She represents Youth LEAD, an NGO which works with people up to the age of 27 who are considered to be at high risk of catching the virus. She’s been talking to Daniel Dickinson.
“Serious human rights violations” continuing in South Sudan
