Afghanistan’s adoption of the has revolutionized humanitarian logistics by slashing paperwork, accelerating customs clearance, and enhancing transparency for faster, more efficient aid delivery.
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shows that with the right choices, AI can help tackle inequality and global challenges—turning today’s uncertainty into tomorrow’s opportunity.
Can artificial intelligence, robots and surveillance protect workers on the job? Yes, according to the from the International Labour Organization (). In this new episode of the , ILO occupational safety and health expert Manal Azzi explains how AI and technology is being used as a safety net, and not a threat, for workers worldwide.
for the 10th UN Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation () on 7–8 May to discover how advances in research, AI development and cutting-edge ideas can drive progress across the Sustainable Development Goals — from health and gender equality to sustainable oceans and strong global partnerships! Member States, UN entities, civil society, academia, and the private sector will share high-impact solutions, good practices, and innovations aimed at accelerating inclusion and ensuring that no one is left behind.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to significantly support the UN by promoting inclusivity, reducing inequalities and addressing many Sustainable Development Goals in areas like healthcare, education, and humanitarian response. However, the benefits of AI are currently unevenly distributed, primarily benefiting powerful companies and countries. Without proper regulations, AI risks worsening inequalities and impacting vulnerable populations. While it offers solutions to major global challenges, its rapid development also poses risks related to information accuracy and human rights.
The rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming journalism and press freedom. While AI presents opportunities for improved access to information and global communication, it also introduces serious challenges such as the potential for spreading misinformation and increasing hate speech. Addressing these challenges requires cooperation among governments, media, and civil society. The focus of World Press Freedom Day 2025 (3 May) is the impact of AI on press freedom, media independence, and access to information.
On the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in Science, UNESCO encouraged global participation, inspiring girls to for a brighter future.
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Initiatives like the aim to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive access to digital services in developing countries.
United Nations Office for Project Services is using virtual reality as part of health, safety, social and environment training for personnel and partners in Latin America and the Caribbean.
helps youth organizations integrate Media and Information Literacy (MIL), promoting critical skills to navigate digital challenges like disinformation and AI impacts.
Women and girls belong in science, yet today, only one in three scientists is a woman. This gender gap hinders innovation, progress, and societal development. As we mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February), let’s commit to creating equal opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Using nuclear techniques, the and help countries trace coffee's journey from plant to cup, ensuring quality and authenticity.
Saint Kitts and Nevis launches drought forecasting system to help farmers adapt to climate change and ensure food security.
The study of logic, which examines the principles of reasoning, has been significant throughout history, influencing philosophy and science. Despite its undeniable importance to the progress of knowledge, science and technology, public awareness of logic remains limited. In collaboration with the (CIPSH), 's (14 January) seeks to highlight the history and practical implications of logic for both interdisciplinary science communities and the general public.