United Nations Development Group

VHS Learning and UNESCO Pacific Present Distance Education Best Practices Webinar

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Monday, November 30, 2020
Articles, UNESCO, United Nations Development Group, Educational technology, Education

BOSTON, Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On November 6th VHS Learning, in association with UNESCO Pacific, presented a free one-hour webinar on "Best Practices in Distance Education" to educators in the Pacific States.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On November 6th VHS Learning, in association with UNESCO Pacific, presented a free one-hour webinar on "Best Practices in Distance Education" to educators in the Pacific States.
  • "On behalf of UNESCO Pacific, the UN-India Partnership Fund, and The Samoa Knowledge Society Initiative, I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation and acknowledgment to VHS Learning for hosting and facilitating the webinar," said UNESCO Education Specialist Peter Kenny who hosted the event.
  • "VHS Learning was generous in providing their expertise from their 25 years providing best in class online education while supporting education access and continuity of learning," continued Kenny.
  • We've reached out to Global Coalition for Education so that VHS Learning can join this critical coalition of partners in supporting access to quality education."

Chair of PhosAgro's Sustainable Development Committee Irina Bokova Discusses the Company's Support for Agriculture Safety in Africa

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Organizations, Articles, PhosAgro, Yukos, United Nations Economic and Social Council, United Nations Development Group, United Nations, Irina Bokova, Food and Agriculture Organization

MOSCOW, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Irina Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, spoke about the Company's support for sustainable agriculture in Africa at the online conference hosted in the course of "Africa Industrialisation Week 2020".

Key Points: 
  • MOSCOW, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Irina Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, spoke about the Company's support for sustainable agriculture in Africa at the online conference hosted in the course of "Africa Industrialisation Week 2020".
  • The main organisers of the event have traditionally been the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the African Union.
  • Maria Helena Semedo, Deputy Director General of the FAO, said: "Youth employment is an important political priority for Africa, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Ms Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, stressed the need to develop and support the region's economy, especially during the crisis caused by the pandemic.

Chair of PhosAgro's Sustainable Development Committee Irina Bokova Discusses the Company's Support for Agriculture Safety in Africa

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Organizations, Articles, PhosAgro, Yukos, United Nations Economic and Social Council, United Nations Development Group, United Nations, Irina Bokova, Food and Agriculture Organization

MOSCOW, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Irina Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, spoke about the Company's support for sustainable agriculture in Africa at the online conference hosted in the course of "Africa Industrialisation Week 2020".

Key Points: 
  • MOSCOW, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Irina Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, spoke about the Company's support for sustainable agriculture in Africa at the online conference hosted in the course of "Africa Industrialisation Week 2020".
  • The main organisers of the event have traditionally been the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the African Union.
  • Maria Helena Semedo, Deputy Director General of the FAO, said: "Youth employment is an important political priority for Africa, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Ms Bokova, the Chair of the PhosAgro Board of Directors Sustainable Development Committee, stressed the need to develop and support the region's economy, especially during the crisis caused by the pandemic.

RAJANT HOSTS UNICEF FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT WORLD'S STARVING CHILDREN

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Articles, UNICEF, United Nations Development Group, United Nations Economic and Social Council, Organizations, Hunger

Rajant has pledged a donation of $25,000, and will additionally be matching the first $25,000 donated by their partners and customers.

Key Points: 
  • Rajant has pledged a donation of $25,000, and will additionally be matching the first $25,000 donated by their partners and customers.
  • Children are among the most prominent victims of hunger, and it impacts all aspects of their lives in profound ways.
  • It is my hope and intention for Rajant employees, channel, and customers to unite in a way that is entertaining, informative, and fruitful in much needed monetary support of UNICEF.
  • Regarding Rajants musical fundraiser, As an advocate for UNICEF, it brings me great joy to have Rajants support and sincere interest to make a difference.

At a time when a safe and healthy home has never been more important, Habitat for Humanity serves 5.9 million more people through new or improved housing

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Affordable housing, United Nations Development Group, Urban geography, Habitat for Humanity, Sumter County, Georgia, United Nations Human Settlements Programme, Organizations, Human geography

"At Habitat, we are religious about our principles, but not about our tactics.

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  • "At Habitat, we are religious about our principles, but not about our tactics.
  • Program spending at Habitat for Humanity International accounted for 74% of total expenses, including the distribution of US$193 million in cash and donated product to Habitat organizations.
  • Habitat views access to safe, decent, and affordable housing as the cornerstone of strong, thriving communities.
  • In fiscal year 2020, Habitat continued to enable access to better housing for millions through its Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter .

New Light Technologies and NoBrainerData Partner to Strengthen Demography Data-Driven innovations

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Monday, November 9, 2020
United Nations Development Group, United Nations Population Fund

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --New Light Technologies Inc. (NLT) is partnering with NoBrainerData to develop and provide clients with innovative data-driven solutions in the field of predictive demography and population dynamics.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --New Light Technologies Inc. (NLT) is partnering with NoBrainerData to develop and provide clients with innovative data-driven solutions in the field of predictive demography and population dynamics.
  • NoBrainerData was founded by Dr. Jose Miguel Guzman, formerly the Chief of the Population and Development Branch of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
  • NoBrainerData supports governments, firms and organizations to improve public policies, programs and laws through data-driven innovations and results-oriented research that facilitate and promote informed decisions and business investments.
  • Together, NLT and NoBrainerData will provide organizations and governments solutions for effective utilization of non-traditional innovative data collection methods of near-real-time, high-granular, and detailed population estimates.

Skal International Supports The UNWTO And IMO Joint Call To Support Safe Resumption Of Cruise Ship Operations

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Saturday, November 7, 2020
United Nations Development Group, World Tourism Organization, Tourism, Organizations, Zurab Pololikashvili

MALAGA, Spain, Nov. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In a joint statement issued yesterday, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of the cruise sector for the world economy.

Key Points: 
  • MALAGA, Spain, Nov. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In a joint statement issued yesterday, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of the cruise sector for the world economy.
  • According to UNWTO, the cruise sector supports 1.2 million jobs and contributes US$150 billion to the global economy every year.
  • Tourism is vitally important for Small Islands States, where it sustains millions of livelihoods and brings substantial socio-economic benefits.
  • Skl International is the world's largest global network of Tourism Professionals promoting Tourism, Business and Friendship worldwide since 1934.

Skal International Supports The UNWTO And IMO Joint Call To Support Safe Resumption Of Cruise Ship Operations

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Saturday, November 7, 2020
United Nations Development Group, World Tourism Organization, Tourism, Organizations, Zurab Pololikashvili

MALAGA, Spain, Nov. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In a joint statement issued yesterday, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of the cruise sector for the world economy.

Key Points: 
  • MALAGA, Spain, Nov. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In a joint statement issued yesterday, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) highlight the importance of the cruise sector for the world economy.
  • According to UNWTO, the cruise sector supports 1.2 million jobs and contributes US$150 billion to the global economy every year.
  • Tourism is vitally important for Small Islands States, where it sustains millions of livelihoods and brings substantial socio-economic benefits.
  • Skl International is the world's largest global network of Tourism Professionals promoting Tourism, Business and Friendship worldwide since 1934.

Skål International participates in the 42nd UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session aimed at the recovery of Tourism

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Friday, November 6, 2020
United Nations Development Group, World Tourism Organization, Plenary, Tourism, SKL, Organizations

At the 42nd UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session Skal International, as member of the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board is represented by Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International

Key Points: 
  • At the 42nd UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session Skal International, as member of the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board is represented by Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International
    MLAGA, Spain, Nov. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Skl International -- The 42nd Affiliate Members' Plenary Session is being held onNovember 5-6, 2020, in Madrid under the unprecedented circumstances due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic under the theme of 'Recovering Tourism.
  • During the session, Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International and member of the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board, have discussed the joint work between UNWTO and Skl International for the coming years.
  • The 42nd Affiliate Members Plenary Session was set up in hybrid format, which combines in-person and virtual attendance.
  • Skl International is the world's largest global network of Tourism Professionals promoting Tourism, Business and Friendship worldwide since 1934.

Skål International participates in the 42nd UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session aimed at the recovery of Tourism

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Friday, November 6, 2020
United Nations Development Group, World Tourism Organization, Tourism, SKL, Organizations

During the session, Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International and member of the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board, have discussed the joint work between UNWTO and Skl International for the coming years.

Key Points: 
  • During the session, Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International and member of the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board, have discussed the joint work between UNWTO and Skl International for the coming years.
  • Skl International, as the only professional organization promoting global Tourism and friendship, uniting all sectors of the Tourism industry, works hard to support and encourage unity among the entire industry and achieve Tourism recovery," said Daniela Otero, CEO of Skl International.
  • The 42nd Affiliate Members Plenary Session was set up in hybrid format, which combines in-person and virtual attendance.
  • Skl International is the world's largest global network of Tourism Professionals promoting Tourism, Business and Friendship worldwide since 1934.