About UNITAR
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) provides innovative learning solutions to individuals, organizations and institutions to enhance global decision-making and support country-level action for shaping a better future.Activities by UNITAR
AI Innovations for Sustainable Development Workshop
Global JapanUNITAR hosted an interactive AI workshop gathering 40 participants to explore the ethical and practical applications of artificial intelligence in sustainable development. The session focused on real-world use cases in healthcare, education, agriculture, and climate action, particularly in low-resource settings. Participants examined inclusive and responsible AI strategies that address global disparities and foster innovation for the common good.
Activity Type Trainings/WorkshopsArtificial Intelligence and International Affairs Bulletin
Global Not ApplicableThe Division for Multilateral Diplomacy (DMD) of UNITAR developed the AI Bulletin which curates excerpts from the latest news, highlights upcoming events and training opportunities, and shares key resources relevant to the intersection of AI and global governance.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/AdvocacyPanel Discussion on “AI Innovations for Sustainable Development” and "AI Innovations for Strengthening Societal Resilience"
Global BrazilGambiaIndonesiaIraqTongaUNITAR convened a high-level panel discussion featuring experts from the Division for Prosperity Advisory Board to explore AI’s role in strengthening societal resilience and combating financial crime. The session engaged over 40 participants in a dialogue on aligning AI technologies with human rights, ethics, and sustainable development priorities.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/AdvocacyUNOSAT S-1 FloodAI
Global NepalThe UNITAR-UNOSAT designed, developed, and deployed UNOSAT S-1 FloodAI: an end-to-end pipeline where Copernicus Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imagery of flood-prone areas are automatically downloaded and processed by a deep learning model to output flood vector data and update operational dashboards.
Activity Type AI Tools/SolutionsResearch/Reports/Assessments