About UNDESA
We bring the global community together to work towards common solutions to the world's most pressing problems. We help countries translate their global commitments into national action in the economic, social and environmental spheres. UN DESA is a pioneer of sustainable development and the home of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), where each goal finds its space and where all stakeholders can do their part to leave no one behind. We are a leading analytical voice for promoting inclusion, reducing inequalities and eradicating poverty, and a champion for tearing down the barriers that keep people in poverty.Activities by UNDESA
Enhancing E-Government Development Index Assessment with Generative AI
GlobalThis project explores a new approach to streamline the Online Service Questionnaire (OSQ) assessment process using Generative AI. It aims to automate the verification of URLs and analyze website content, substantially easing the manual workload while enhancing survey precision.
Activity Type AI Tools/SolutionsResearch/Reports/AssessmentsToolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities
Global Not ApplicableA comprehensive guide designed to help cities and communities leverage digital technologies for sustainable development. The toolkit, developed with 13 UN entities, provides practical strategies and tools through 12 modules covering topics from governance to smart manufacturing.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyGuidebook on AI ethics for government and development practitioners
GlobalThis guidebook aims to fill a gap in existing literature by providing practical guidance on AI ethics for governments and development practitioners based on a balanced scientific and technological understanding.
Activity Type Policy/Regulatory GuidanceTechnical assistanceUN DataA
GlobalThe UN Data platform is being modernized to improve access to authoritative statistical data, enhance search and analytics, and enable data interoperability. It supports natural language search using LLM technologies and is being made "AI-ready" by harmonizing concepts for semantic integration.
Activity Type Infrastructure/Systems DevelopmentAI Tools/SolutionsResearch/Reports/Assessments