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?? The final report from the UN Secretary-General’s High-level Advisory Body on AI, “Governing AI for Humanity,” is now available. ?? https://lnkd.in/dGqwYM_E ?? Building on months of global consultations and the release of an interim report last December, this groundbreaking final report outlines seven key recommendations to bridge gaps in AI governance and promote international cooperation. ?? Among the highlights, the report introduces proposals for a global AI Policy Dialogue, an International Scientific Panel on AI, global capacity development network, a global AI fund, a global AI data framework - each designed to ensure AI serves humanity’s best interests. #GoverningAIForHumanity #AIAdvisoryBody #AIAB #AIGovernance #DigitalCooperation?

How can the #UN evolve to become more agile and responsive, and generate greater impact for the #SDGs?? ? The UN Secretary-General's vision of a rejuvenated and modern UN more capable of achieving the #2030Agenda and the #SDGs highlights the importance of embracing a forward-thinking culture and new cutting-edge skills represented in the UN 2.0 vision.? ? In view of the #SummitOfTheFuture and to support you in this transition we are launching now a brand-new UN 2.0 Fundamentals E-Learning Path!? ? This self-paced learning path will include five modules, each being made available for FREE on our Blue Line learning platform to all #UNPersonnel.?? ? Each module covers one of the five essential cutting-edge skills of the #QuintetofChange, enabling you to get started today on your learning journey for a better tomorrow: - Strategic Foresight (available now!)? - Behavioural Science (launching soon!)? - Data (launching soon!)? - Digital (launching soon!)? - Innovation (launching soon!)? ? A special thank you to our partners in the design processes for these modules for sharing their valuable insight, expertise, and experience - helping to shape this resource to meet the unique needs of UN learners.? ? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dDC58Vxa ? ? See you online!? ? #UNSSC #UNTwoZero?#UnleashYourPotential #StrategicForesight #Data #Innovation #BehaviouralScience #Digital?United Nations Global Pulse UN Innovation Network UNESCO ITCILO Johanna Jochim Berin McKenzie ? KATARINA KUAI Tom Wambeke Delphine Dall'Agata Liyaan Sataravala Giulia Botta Cecilia Ferraro Titin Carlotta Monge?

?? Explore the untapped potential of behavioural science in the Global South with the UN! We are excited to invite you to a free and open-to-all side event at the Summit of the Future Action Days, during the 79th UN General Assembly on?September 20th?at 9 AM ET. This event will explore how Behavioural Science (BeSci) can drive meaningful change in the Global South, where its potential remains largely untapped. Check out the event website for more info! https://lnkd.in/e2QTMdYC The session will?bring together experts from the UN, Member States, and academia to discuss: ?? Scaling strategies for BeSci in the Global South ?? Strengthening global cooperation ?? Actionable insights for future UN initiatives Join us and be part of this important conversation! Register here https://lnkd.in/eyqTt4_a Looking to engage further? ???Are you from the Global South??We especially welcome you to join the UN Directory of Behavioural Science to explore opportunities for collaboration with the UN https://lnkd.in/efBvvbTV ???Want to stay connected??Join the?UN BeSci Group?and engage with 6,000+ colleagues in the UN and beyond who are shaping the future of behavioural science https://lnkd.in/eF_jwA3E #BehaviouralScience #GlobalSouth #SDGs #UNGeneralAssembly #GlobalSouthCollaboration UN 2.0 | United Nations, UN Innovation Network, Kash Ramli, Khurshid Zafari, Anisha Singh, Desmond Duametu, Catherine MacLeod, Vani Bhatnagar, LSE Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science, El-Erian Institute of Behavioural Economics & Policy, Liam Delaney, Lucia Reisch, ideas42, Busara, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), Innovations for Poverty Action

The UN General Assembly and Summit of the Future are around the corner and aim to drive towards critical changes for #OurCommonFuture. On the sidelines, a variety of events will explore how #innovation, #data, #digital, #foresight and #BeSci can contribute to this vision and to accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals #SDGs. To help you navigate these, we have prepared a SoF x UNGA #Guide to innovation-related side #events - check it out! https://lnkd.in/eAtBjFqR #UNGA & #SummitoftheFuture UN 2.0 | United Nations

The Summit of the Future Explainer ???? - Trust is the most important ingredient. Three agreements will be adopted: - Pact for the Future - Global Digital Compact - Declaration on Future Generations The Pact for the Future has five chapters on: - Sustainable Development - Peace and Security - Youth and Future Generations - Science and Technology - Transforming Global Governance While governments are central participants, the summit involves various stakeholders including civil society, youth, and the private sector. The summit is designed to be inclusive and representative of everyone. Its impact is expected to extend beyond the four-day event in September, requiring ongoing commitment and accountability from governments and citizens. United Nations; UN 2.0 | United Nations

? Calling female-led startups working with #opensource tech to close gender gaps in Asia and the Middle East. ?? ? The UNICEF Venture Fund, in collaboration with GITEX ASIA The Most International Tech & Startup Event in Asia, GITEX GLOBAL Largest Tech & Startup Show in the World and AVPN, launch the Gender Responsive Innovation Challenge running from September 12 to October 12.? ??? ? The startups selected will receive tailored mentorship with UNICEF in-house tech experts and guidance on how to navigate the application process to the UNICEF Venture Fund. ??? ? Entrepreneurs under 35 and those with solutions supporting underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ??????? ? Learn more ???? https://bit.ly/3XN65El? ? Tag someone you think makes a good fit. ♀?? ? #FemTech #StartUps #HealthTech #DigiTech #EmergingTech?

?? ?? Launching next week: Call for Applications for UN Global Pulse’s Scale Accelerator! ?? ?? We’re searching for our next cohort of innovators across the UN system who want to scale their creative solutions. The official application call opens on 10 September 2024 and will close on 24 September 2024. Selected teams will be invited to participate in our in-person workshops in November 2024 as well as supported with technical advice, mentoring and tailored strategies to scale their innovations. ? Want to know more? ? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (https://bit.ly/3Tl0PF1) to understand who is eligible for the programme and what is expected from participants. The Scale Accelerator is the United Nations' programme for supporting UN teams in taking innovative solutions from pilots to widespread use, ensuring that impactful ideas reach more people and communities.? Recognising that developing sustainable and scalable models for social innovation is often challenging, the programme offers an evidence-based curriculum that helps participants undertake a structured multidisciplinary approach to drive the future of their innovations. Stay tuned for more information and feel free to comment with any questions!

Are you part of the UN system and looking to scale your project or solution? Do you need guidance on how to build a tailored scale strategy or want to engage with a community of colleagues to support your scale journey? We’re looking for our next cohort of UN colleagues who want to take their pilots to scale! The second cohort will meet in-person in Helsinki, Finland in November 2024 and be supported with technical advice, mentoring and tailored strategies to scale their innovations. Launched in 2023, the Scale Accelerator programme aims to foster a collaborative ecosystem that drives sustainable and scalable innovations to address the world's most complex challenges. The Scale Accelerator is open to all UN entities and intentionally designed to seed connections across UN teams and member states. The first cohort brought together seven teams from FAO, IOM, UNFPA, WFP and a coalition led by WHO, supported by WFP, FAO and UNCDF. To learn more about the Scale Accelerator Programme before the launch, check out: ?? UN Global Pulse Scale Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/eM_Gz3_7 ?? Meet the Scale Accelerator’s First Cohort: https://lnkd.in/ezBJGeMn ?? Go behind the scenes to see what it took to launch and run the Scale Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/eAMAi45H Stay tuned for the official launch in a few weeks!

???? Calling all United Nations colleagues! #Apply now to be featured as a UN 2.0 Champion in our Directory –?as well as a digital exhibition during the UN General Assembly period next month! ?? ? ?? Want to know who’s involved in UN 2.0 initiatives across the UN system? UN 2.0 | United Nations is creating a directory of leaders and practitioners. All UN colleagues are invited to?apply now to be featured in our online Directory and a digital exhibition during the General Assembly period this year! As a UN 2.0 #Champion, you will be linked up with other colleagues dedicated to change and transformation within the United Nations in the areas of?Data, Innovation, Digital Solutions, Strategic Foresight, Behavioural Science and Cultural Change. Apply by 2 September for a chance to be included in the digital exhibition in the New York UN HQ during the General Assembly season. Visit the sign-up form to apply now: ??? https://lnkd.in/gSKfNSTg ?? Don't forget to share this with your UN colleagues and teams! UN Innovation Network #UnitedNations

#RnD in Action: Did you know that UNDP Accelerator Labs experimented on 268 unique development challenges impacting and facilitating linkages across all 17 #SDGs with the highest impact on: SDG 8 SDG 9 SDG 10 SDG 11 SDG 13 Read the full report for more insights?? https://lnkd.in/g6VGW8x8 --- UNDP Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Qatar Fund for Development Cabinet Office, Government of Japan Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza Energetica UN 2.0 | United Nations UN Innovation Network