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Vatican: Intercultural Dialogue in Education is a Key to Peace 20 December 2013 - The Vatican has produced a document underlining the... Read more
Respect migrants' rights, reject xenophobia, UN says on International Day 18 December 2013 - To mark International Migrants Day, The United Nations family is calling... Read more
Statement by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at the Official Session of The Doha Goals 9-11 December 2013 - Ministers, Your Eminences, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen... Read more
Video message by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser to the CTITF Retreat 6 December 2013 - Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen: I am pleased to address your crucial meeting today... Read more
UNAOC statement before the CTITF retreat at Greentree delivered by Amb. Tariq Al-Ansari Chief de Cabinet to the High Representative 2 December 2013 - Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to be here at the Greetree Estate with you... Read more
Environment should play greater role in peace building, UN report 10 December 2013 - Natural resources - which, in many conflict-affected countries, fuel... Read more
TOR: Media Education Intern/Volunteer - unpaid 9 December 2013 ? Terms of Reference: Intern/Volunteer... Read more
PLURAL+ 2013 Awards Ceremony 1 December 2013 ? Young video producers from around the world will share their work... Read more
Keynote Address by H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser High Representative, UNAOC to Global Thinkers Forum 2013 3 December 2013 ? Excellencies, Distinguished guests, Ladies and Gentlemen... Read more
The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Receives The Excellence in Leadership Award 4 December 2013 ? The UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations... Read more
Call For Bids: Video Production 1 December 2013 ? Deadline: Tuesday 10 December 2013, 5pm NYC time... Read more
Message of Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations on the Occasion of the Holidays 27 November 2013 ? Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the UN High-Representative... Read more
RFQ: Translation Services (Communication Documents) 27 November 2013 ? Request for Quotation for Translation Services: English to Portuguese, Korean, Hebrew, Kiswahili and German... Read more
Terrorism can only be defeated by education, former British leader Blair tells UN 21 November 2013 ? Broad based cross-cultural education is crucial to defeating terrorism... Read more
Concluding remarks by HR Al-Nasser at the Beijing Forum 2 November 2013 ? Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear Colleagues, I want to express you my profound gratitude... Read more
On World Philosophy Day, UN official urges critical thinking on inclusion, sustainability 21 November 2013 ? Marking World Philosophy Day, the head the United Nations... Read more
The UN High Representative and Director General of FAO Sign an MoU between the Alliance of Civilizations and Food and Agriculture Organization 22 November 2013 ? The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... Read more
TOR: Strategic Development and Partnerships, Special Events Intern/Volunteer - unpaid 21 November 2013 ? Post Title: Strategic Development and Partnerships, Special Events Intern/Volunteer - unpaid... Read more
Speech by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser United Nations High Representative for The Alliance of Civilizations at the Opening Session of the Religions of Peace 20 November 2013 ? Minister, Your Eminences, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen... Read more
Speech by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser United Nations High Representative for The Alliance of Civilizations at the KAICIID Global Forum on "The Image of the Other: International and Intercultural Education" 19 November 2013 ? Ministers, Your Eminences, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen... Read more
On International Day, UN officials urge tolerance to promote peaceful, sustainable future 16 November 2013 ? United Nations officials marked the International Day for Tolerance... Read more
UNAOC Fellowship Programme - 2013 EUNA Edition 14 November 2013 ? The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Fellowship Programme... Read more
High Representative Al Nasser's Exclusive Interview for the NewsXchange Conference 11 November 2013 ? On November 13-15 2013, the international conference NewsXchange... Read more
Keynote by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations before the Beijing Forum The Harmony of Civilizations and Prosperity for All: What role for the UN Alliance of Civilizations 1 November 2013 ? Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, it is a great pleasure for me to address the Beijing Forum on the occassion of its 10th anniversary... Read more
UNAOC Fellowship Alumni Consultation in New York City 5 November 2013 ? From 24-26 October 2013, a working group of UNAOC Fellowship Alumni, representing... Read more
TOR: ALUMNI NETWORK WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT 5 November 2013 ? TERMS OF REFERENCE... Read more
UN expert body urges action to prevent violation of indigenous rights due to business activities 29 October 2013 ? States and corporations need to do more to prevent the violation of... Read more
Opening Speech by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at the Palm and Pine Tree Cross-Cultural Dialogue Between the Arab World and Europe 26-27 October 2013 ? Excellencies, Distinguished Guests, Friends and Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am privileged as the High Representative of the Alliance of Civilizations... Read more
TOR: Fellowship Programme Consultant 29 October 2013 ? Description: The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) seeks to reduce... Read more
VA: Fundraising & Social Enterprise Advisor 29 October 2013 ? Vacancy code: VA/2013/B5004/4103... Read more
Rights expert urges establishing UN body to address global migration issues 25 October 2013 ? Urging enhanced global migration governance, the United Nations... Read more
High Representative Al-Nasser meets with the Foreign Minister of Italy and FAO Director General Rome- New York, 24 October, 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser,... Read more
UN experts on indigenous issues urge greater focus on environment, women?s rights 22 October 2013 ? While there have been encouraging responses to human rights concerns... Read more
Remarks by High Representative Al-Nasser At The Roundtable on Multiculturalism: Tolerance, Dialogue and Solidarity Bucharest ? October 15, 2013 - It is a great honor for me, in my capacity as High Representative of the Alliance of Civilizations,... Read more
Intercultural Innovation Awardees' workshop in Delhi, India 25 October 2013 ? Eleven Intercultural Innovation Award winners and alumni... Read more
... the Church is aware of the importance of dialogue with the cultures present in the European continent 21 October 2013 ? Even though not identifying itself with any culture... Read more
Remarks by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for The Alliance of Civilizations on the Occassion of the Exhibition of "Land of Opportunity" 22 October 2013 ? I sincerely thank UNESCO, for hosting this event in Paris, with the State Committee... Read more
Brazzaville, Zahle, Krakow and Fabriano designated UNESCO Creative Cities 21 October 2013 ? The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization... Read more
High Representative Al-Nasser neets with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Romania and other Senior Romanian Officials 20 October 2013 ? The High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz... Read more
Migration in a Globalized World 17 October 2013 - With attention centered on the challenges of how to deal with immigration... Read more
Message From H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the United Nations High Representative For The Alliance of Civilizations of Eid Al-Adha 14 October 2013 - On the occassion of Eid Al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)... Read more
Mbarka Bouaida, 2012 UNAOC Fellowship participant, appointed Minister Delegate to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Morocco by the King of Morocco 16 October 2013 - Mbarka Bouaida (Morocco) is a member of the National Council of the political party... Read more
'Many languages, one world': UN launches essay contest to celebrate multilinguism 14 October 2013 - The United Nations is asking college and university students to write an... Read more
Message From H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser United Nations High Representative For The Alliance of Civilizations To The Special Consultation On The Current Crisis In Syria 11 October 2013 - Organized by: Universal Peace Federation... Read more
The UN High Representative and the Chairman of the State Committee for Work with Religious Associations (SCWRA) sign a PoC between the UN Alliance of Civilizations and the State Committee for Work with Religious Associations of the Republic of Azerbaijan 27 September 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... Read more
States must prioritize migrants' human rights, UN independant experts reiterate 7 October 2013 - As crews off the Italian island of Lampedusa continue to recover bodies... Read more
At high-level meeting, Ban puts forward recommendations to 'make migration work' 3 October 2013 - The General Assembly High-level Dialogue on Migration and... Read more
UNAOC and BMW Group Renew Ground-breaking Partnership 30 September 2013 - During the Alliance of Civilizations Group of Friends Ministerial meeting... Read more
Ban reiterates support for inter-agency collaboration on migration and development 4 October 2013 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged a United Nations-backed group to... Read more
Statement by H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser the United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Before The HLD on International Migration and Development Round Table 3 4 October 2013 - Your Excellency, Mr. Patrick Abba Moro, Minister of Interior in Nigera, Your Excellency, Ms. Simonetta Sommaruga... Read more
Ahead of high-level meeting, UN officials spotlight migrants' contribution to societies 2 October 2013 - United NAtions officials today highlighted the plight of international... Read more
UN High Representative Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser Meets with His Eminence Archbishop Dominique Manberte, Foreign Minister of the Holy See 1 October 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations... Read more
UN High Representative Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser with H.E. Dr. Nabil Al Araby, Secretary General of the League of Arab States 30 September 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... Read more
FROM LAND OF FIRE AND LAND OF TOLERANCE AZERBAIJAN - UN ALLIANCE OF CIVILIZATIONS INAUGURATE A PHOTO EXHIBITION IN NEW YORK CITY 27 September 2013 - On the sidelines of the 68th session of the UN General Assembly, the UN... Read more
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Technology plays key role in promoting understanding among cultures - UN official 27 September 2013 - Information and communications technologies (ICTs) are essential... Read more
Pope's Message for World Day of Migrants and Refugees Released Today 24 September 2013 - The president of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants... Read more
Statement by H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Before the Annual UNAOC Ministerial Meeting "Global Harmony for Development and Prosperity" 27 September 2013 - At the outset, I would like to welcome the Foreign Ministers; and representatives of the International Organizations... Read more
Migration is a key priority in Greece, Deputy Prime Minister tells UN Assembly 27 September 2013 - In his speech to the United Nations General Assembly's high-level... Read more
High Representative Al-Nasser meets with H.E. Dr. R.M. Marty Natalegawa, Foreign Minister of Indonesia 25 September 2013 - On the sidelines of the 68th session of the UN General Assembly... Read more
UN High Representative Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser meets with HH the Emir of Qatar and the UN Secretary Genral 25 September 2013 - The UN High Respresentative for the Alliance of Civilizations... Read more
The UN High Representative and Director General of UNESCO Sign and MoU between the Alliance of Civilizations and UNESCO 25 September 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... Read more
Unity in Diversity Peace Garden Thomastown West Primary School, Melbourne, Australia
20 September 2013 - We have just completed stage one of our peace garden. Read more
Unity in Diversity Peace Garden, Scarritt-Bennett Center, Nashville, TN, USA
On May 18, we had our celebration event, which was a great success. Read more
Apathy, democracy's most insidious enemy, can be remedied with inclusive participation ? UN chief
15 September 2013 ? This year's International Day of Democracy falls amid volatile political. Read more
Number of international migrants rises above 232 million, UN report says 11 September 2013 ? More people than ever are living abroad the United Nations today... Read more
Feature: Singing for peace: UN ambasssadors launch CD to bridge cultural, generational divides 11 September 2013 ? "We wanted to speak about peace in a way other than our speeches,... Read more
Message of H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations on the Occassion of Yom Kippur 13 September 2013 ? On Behalf of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC),... Read more
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The High Representative Al-Nasser meets with H.E. the President of the Republic of Finland and holds brainstorming sessions with Nordic partners 5 September 2013 ? The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), Mr Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser... Read more
At high-level forum, top UN officials stress importance of individual in 'culture of peace' 6 September 2013 ? People in positions of power and authority have a moral and political... Read more
Government policies on migration should place people at centre - UN human rights chief 4 September 2013 ? With more than 250 million migrants around the world, the top United... Read more
Lecture by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, The United Nations High Representative For Alliance of Civilizations On "The Relevance of the Alliance of Civilizations to the Nordic Countries and its Implications" 5 September 2013 ? Your country gave the world Sibelius in music, Alvar Aalto in architecture, Nokia in communications... Read more
High Representative Al-Nasser and DSG Jan Eliasson Meet 100 Global Youth Leaders UNHQ 29 August 2013 ? 100 Global Youth Leaders Visit the United Nations to Listen to and Engage on Critical International Issues... Read more
High Representative Al-Nasser receives the Permanent Representative of Kuwait 29 August 2013 ? The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser... Read more
Message From UNAOC High Representative H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser at the Closing Ceremony for the UNAOC-EF Summer School 30 August 2013 ? I am pleased to address you today, at the closing of the UNAOC-EF SUMMER SCHOOL here in Tarrytown... Read more
UN Assembly Proclaims 6 April International Day of Sport for Development, Peace 23 August 2013 ? The United Nations General Assembly today proclaimed 6 April as the... Read more
Marking Youth Day, UN officials spotlight rights and potential of young migrants 12 August 2013 ? Marking International Youth Day, United Nations officials today... Read more
Stopping hate speech spread via internet tops agenda of UN anti-racism committee 12 August 2013 ? The United Nations committee tasked with combating racial... Read more
International Conference ?Imagine the Common Good?? ?Debates on: ?Unity in Diversity? - FRANCE
UN stresses importance of honouring treaties between States and indigenous groups 9 August 2013 ? Marking the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, United... Read more
Honouring indigenous groups, UN human rights chief urges respect for existing treaties 7 August 2013 ? Ahead of International Day of the World's Indigenous People, the... Read more
Indigenous canoe trip celebrating 400-year-old peace treaty culminates with UN event 9 August 2013 ? More than 200 indigenous and non-indigenous canoe paddlers arrived in... Read more
Call for Vendors: World Intercultural Facility for Innovation 2 August 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) seeks to reduce tensions across... Read more
International Day of Friendship an occassion to inspire peace, build trust - UN Chief 30 July 2013 - Marking the International Day of Friendship, United Nations Secretary-... Read more
100 Young People from Around the World to Participate in a First-Ever UN Alliance of Civilizations and Education First Summer School in New York 25 July 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and Education First (EF)... Read more
Recent acts of ethnic-based violence highlight need for greater dialogue - UN official 20 July 2013 - Deeply concerned about the increasing number of acts of violence... Read more
Remarks by H. E. Mr Nassir Abdulazziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations to the Group of Friends of the UN Alliance of Civilizations 17 July 2013 - Good afternoon and Ramadan Kareem! At the outset... Read more
On the Recent Incidents of Ethnic-based Violence and Incitement to Hatred Across the Globe and Promoting Cultural Diversity and Inclusiveness 19 July 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations... Read more
Senior UN official highlights role of dialogue to combat intolerance, extremism 17 July 2013 - A senior United Nations official today stressed the importance of dialogue... Read more
Message of H. E. Mr Nassir Abdulazziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations of the Occasion of Ramadan Posted on July 9, 2013 - Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the UN High-Representative... Read more
Message of H. E. Mr Nassir Abdulazziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations of the Occasion of Independance Day Posted on July 4, 2013 - On behalf of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAoC) ... Read more
Money sent home by migrant workers could boost rural economies, UN says Posted on June 28, 2013 - Remmitances - the money sent by migrants to their home countries - could ... Read more
Remarks by H.E. Mr. Nassir-Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations At the World Forum 1st Ministerial Meeting World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue Posted on June 20, 2013 - Baku, Azerbaijan, 31 May 2013, Your Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, ... Read more
Migrants essential for social, economic well-being of societies ? UN senior official 20 June 2013 ? Governments should recognize the wide-range of benefits that migrants... Read more
Statement by H. E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Before the First UNAOC Alumni Fellowship in Baku Baku, 31 May 2013 - Dear Minister Abulfas Garayev, Dear Alumni Fellows of the Alliance of Civilizations? ... Read more
Doha?s Media and Information Literacy Conference Posted on June 19, 2013 - The Doha Center for Media Freedom (DCMF ) with the support of the UNAOC,? ... Read more
Statement by His Excellency Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Before the United Nations General Assembly?s Thematic Debate ?Culture and Development? New York, 12 June 2013 - Excellency, Mr. Ban Ki Moon, Secretary General of the UN, ... Read more
At General Assembly debate, UN officials stress vital role of culture in development 12 June 2013 ? United Nations officials today highlighted the need to recognize the vital role ... Read more
Quality education can help prevent racism and xenophobia ? UN expert 14 June 2013 ? Access to quality education has a significant role in preventing racism, ... Read more
Swiss Seminar Outcomes and #CoveringMigration Campaign Seek Improved Migration Coverage Posted on June 10, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) has just launched a social ... Read more
UN chief urges teamwork, power of sports, to help build peaceful, prosperous future 5 June 2013 ? Sport is a valuable vehicle to reach peace and development objectives, ... Read more
Remarks by Matthew Hodes, Director of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations at World Cultural Forum Posted on June 7, 2013 - It is my great honour to address you here today at the World Cultural Forum? ... Read more
21 May, World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
The Fellowship Programme 2013 Edition Posted on June 4, 2013 - From 10 June to 25 June, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... Read more
Strengthening the role of Civil Society to promote intercultural dialogue, diversity and inclusion- Baku 2013 Posted on June 3, 2013 - At the 2nd World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku ... Read more
Statement by H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations At The Opening Ceremony of The 2nd World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue Posted on May 30, 2013 - It is a great honor for me, in my capacity as UN High Representative ... Read more
President Ilham Aliyev attended the opening ceremony of the Second World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue 30 May - Dear ladies and gentlemen! Distinguished guests! I cordially greet all of you, welcome to Azerbaijan... Read more
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Remarks by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative at the Joint Press Conference in Baku- May 29, 2013 Remarks by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, the UN High-Representative at the Joint Press Conference in Baku- May 29, 2013... Read more
Remarks by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at the National Tolerance Center Baku, Azerbaijan, 29 May 2013 - I am privileged as the High Representative of the Alliance of Civilizations, ... Read more
UN honours poet Tagore for messages of tolerance and harmony 30 May 2013 ? The United Nations today honoured the Nobel laureate, Rabindranath... Read more
Pope Francis Meets with President of the 67th Session of the UNs General Assembly Vatican City, May 31, 2013 (Zenit.org) - This morning in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, Pope Francis received Read more
Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations: H.E. The Prime Minister of Turkey Receives the UN High Representative for The Alliance of Civilizations (AoC) in Ankara Turkey, 28 May 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, H.E Nassir Abdulaziz... Read more
European Union must guarantee human rights of migrants ? UN expert? 28 May 2013 ? Migration policy in the European Union (EU) must incorporate a human ... Read more
Remarks by the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations to the Group of Friends Posted on May 14, 2013 - I would like to begin today by, first, thanking you member states, H. E. the Secretary-General... Read more
UN official highlights positive trends in Africa to protect indigenous people?s rights 23 May 2013 ? A United Nations official today stressed that Africa has taken positive steps... Read more
UN rights experts call for stronger protection of victims of caste-based discrimination 24 May 2013 ? More than 260 million people across the world are still victims of human ... Read more
Francis: Nourish Hope in Refugees, Migrants Vatican City, May 24, 2013 - Pope Francis says we are all called to nourish hope... Read more
On World Day, UN encourages joining ?do one thing for diversity and inclusion? campaign 21 May 2013 ? Visit a museum, watch a foreign film or share your traditions with someone Read more
UNAOC Pursues Efforts to Improve Migration Coverage in Switzerland Posted on May 20, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) hosted a one-day seminar... Read more
Indigenous culture, youth among key topics as UN permanent forum opens 12th session 20 May 2013 ? Around 2,300 indigenous participants are expected to discuss culture, ... Read more
Message of the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations for Do One Thing For Diversity and Inclusion 17 May - The UN General Assembly declared May 21st as the World Day for Diversity. Read more
In ?time of tension,? role of Alliance of Civilizations must be enhanced, says Ban 13 May 2013 ? In an increasingly interdependent world with diverse cultures exposed to... Read more
First Meeting of Fellowship Alumni in Baku, Azerbaijan New York, 25 May 2013 - On 31 May, 2013, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) ... Read more
UNAOC pursues efforts to improve migration coverage in Swiss context Berne, May 16, 2013 ? The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) hosted a one-day seminar in Bern... Read more
MACEDONIA - In Tetovo Third Time Celebrating Diversity 15 May - Under the motto "Different but Equal" in Tetovo Cultural Center... Read more
MACEDONIA - The Third World Conference on Dialogue among Religions and Civilizations Finished 11 May - With the adoption of the Declaration in Skopje tonight, the third World Conference on Dialogue... Read more
The World Religious Conference Has Begun 11 May - Approximately 110 foreign and 150 domestic guests participated ... Read more
UN rights chief hails new treaty protecting economic, social, cultural rights 6 May 2013 ? The United Nations human rights chief today welcomed the birth of a new... Read more
Deputy UN chief stresses need to advance sustainable tourism as cities continue to grow 8 May 2013 ? The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General today encouraged...
New book on Media and Information Literacy May 10 - The book is the first publication of the UNESCO-UNAOC Media and Information Literacy...
Statement by H. E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Before The Doha Forum on the Millennium Development Goals Doha, Qatar, 29 April 2013 - Your Highness Sheikha Moza Bint Nassir, the First Lady...
UNESCO and China highlight role of culture in post-2015 development agenda 3 May 2013 ? The United Nations Scientific, Educational and Cultural Organization... UNAOC-Education First Summer School: Call for Applications 3 May - This UNAOC-EF Summer School will bring together 100 youth from all over the...
Statement of H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations on Social Harmony and Religious Identities, Delivered by Ambassador Tariq Al-Ansari, Chief of Cabinet to the High Representative 3 May - It is my privilege to have this opportunity to address you this evening on the theme:...
On international day, UN celebrates jazz as a force for peace and cooperation 30 April 2013 ? The United Nations today kicked off celebrations for the second... Google, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the World Bank Institute jointly organized a unique digital journalism training for Arab media professionals 24 April 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and Google,...
Global migration can spur opportunity for social and economic growth, Ban says 22 April 2013 ? The United Nations Commission on Population and Development kicked off...
Statement by His Excellency Nassir Abdelaziz Al-Nasser High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations of the United Nations at the 10th Doha Conference on Interfaith Dialogue 24 April 2013 - Your Excellency, Dr. Hasan Bin Abdallah Al Ghanem, Minister of Justice... Press Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for The UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations: The UN High-Representative for AoC Meets with Musical Ambassador Renée Fleming New York, 25 April 2013 - On the occasion of a cultural event organized by The Aspen Institute...
CreateUNAOC update Posted 26 April 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), in partnership...
PLURAL+ Call for entries 23 Apr - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations ( UNAOC) and the International Organization for Migration...
Google, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the World Bank Institute jointly organized a unique digital journalism training for Arab journalists Amman, April 24, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Google, in partnership?...
FEATURE: Indigenous activist fights to save his tribe and the Amazon rainforest 16 April 2013 ? Almir Narayamoga Surui was born into indigenous Amazonian tribe - the...
Summary of the Presentation of the Project ?The Impact of Living abroad?, Berlin Nov 30, 2012 15 April 2013 ? In this innovative 4 year study, researchers from the University of Essex (UK)...
Short Remarks by The UN High-Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations On the Occasion of the Conference Across Cultures: Youth Media Visions ?Youth media in formal and informal educational settings? 12 April 2013 ? I am happy to be here at this year Conference across Cultures...
Digital Tools Training in Amman: Program 15 April 2013 ? This Digital Tools Training for Newsgathering and Reporting Across Cultures taking place in...
Create UNAOC Receives Media Attention 12 April 2013 ? Over a month has passed since the five winners and five honorable...
UN expert calls on African countries to protect hundreds of minority groups 11 April 2013 ? Hundreds of minority groups in Africa are in dire need of strengthened...
"Living Together Peacefully in an Diverse World" Prize 8 April 2013 - The Government of Azerbaijan and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... UN agencies announce campaign to better inform tourists about funding of illicit goods 5 April 2013 ? Tourists can help reduce demand for illicit goods and services that fund...
Chinese tourists spent more money than any other nationality last year ? UN 4 April 2013 ? Thanks to rapid urbanization and rising disposable incomes in their country... Meeting with the fellowship Partners in Vienna Posted on March 28, 2013 - Last month, the partners of the Fellowship Programme met at the 5th UNAOC...
Call for applications: Swiss Media and Migration Seminar 16 March 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) will be hosting... Statement by His Excellency Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations At the High Level Meeting on "Strengthening International Cooperation in Preventing Terrorism" Delivered by Ambassador Tariq Al-Ansari Chief of Cabinet to the High Representative 18 March 2013 - Your Excellency Mr. Elmar Mammadyarov, The Foreign Minister... UNESCO names Chinese composer Tan Dun as Goodwill Ambassador 22 March 2013 - The United NAtions Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization... No place for racism in sports, UN declares on International Day 21 March 2013 - The United NAtions today urged using the power of sport to end the blight... Marking International Day or Nowruz, Ban calls on cultures to protect environment 21 March 2013 - The Persian spring festival of Nowruz celebrates not just the diversity and... On French language day, UN stresses value of linguistic diversity for peace 20 March 2013 - Celebrating the International Day of Francophonie, or French language,... Alliance of Civilizations can be 'major soft power tool' in global diplomacy - UN envoy 14 March 2013 - The United Nations backed Alliance of Civilizations this year will...
Protection of minority languages is a human rights obligation, UN expert says 12 March 2013 - Half the world's estimated 6,000-plus languages will likely die out by the...
Remittances Hit $534 Billion in 2012, Setting New Record Despite a sluggish economy, a report issued by the World Bank finds that...
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H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations Outlines Vision and Priorities for Alliance 14 March 2013 - Good Morning, Ladies and Gentlemen of the media, I am very pleased to meet with you...
The UN High-Representative Al-Nasser congratulates Pope Francis I for his election as 226th Pontiff of the Catholic Church 13 March 2013 - The UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations...
UNAOC Engaging with Civil Society to Work More Effectively in Promoting Dialogue and Understanding 11 March 2013 - One of the outcomes of the 5th Global Forum of the UNAOC, which was held in Vienna... PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival Goes Multilingual New York, March 12, 2013 - We are pleased to announce that PLURAL+ has partnered with Amara ... UNESCO and partners calls for Interest in Global Forum for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy 14 March 2013 - UNESCO and its partners calls on all organisations working in the field of media... Data-based pilot study looks into characteristics of migration coverage 28 February 2013 - A fuller picture of migration journalism... UNAOC engaging with civil society to work more effectively in promoting dialogue and understanding 10 March 2013 - One of the outcomes of the 5th Global Forum of the UNAOC, which was held in Vienna... Whittlesea Community Leadership Network Victoria Inc. (WCLN) Launch Day (Melbourne - Australia) 25 Feb - We gather this evening to celebrate the Official launch... At UN forum, countries commit to advance cross-cultural dialogue 28 February 2013 - Governments and international organizations from around the world... Principles of tolerance and respect can help address global challenges - UN officials? 27 February 2013 - Top United Nations officials today urged world leaders to promote... Statement by His Excellency Mr. Nassir Abdulazziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at the Forum of the Alliance of Civilizations 27 February 2013 - Your Excellency Mr. Heinz Fischer, The Federal President of Austria... UN Secretary General joined by World Leaders in Vienna at the 5th Global Forum of the UN Alliance of Civilizations 27 February 2013 - Leaders from around the world, including UN Secretary-General... At Vienna Forum, Ban calls on world's youth to take the lead on global issues 26 February 2013 - The world's youth must take the helm in steering the international... Closing remarks by H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations? 28 February 2013 - Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I have the honor to speak to you... UN Alliance of Civilizations Global Forum Draws to a close with Vienna Declaration 28 February 2013 - Following two days of meetings attendd by over 2,000... Calm final day of UNAOC Global Forum ends with recommendations 28 February 2013 - The crowds at the second day of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)... BMW Group's Bill McAndrews explains the background of the Intercultural Innovation Awards 28 February 2013 - In the video above, Bill McAndrews, vice president of communications strategy... Statement by Jorge Sampaio UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at the Opening of the Fifth Global Forum of the Alliance of Civilizations? 27 February 2013 - Mr. Heinz Fischer, Federal President of Austria, Mr. Michael Spindelegger,... Leaders stress conflict resolution on first day of 5th Global Forum 28 February 2013 - Speakers at the opening of the 5th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations... Youth Recommendations at the 5th Global Forum of the UNAOC in Vienna 28 February 2013 - 150 youth from 100 countries convened at the Alliance of Civilizations Forum... United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and BMW Group Announce Winners of Intercultural Innovation Award 27 February 2013 - The Viennese Volkstheatre was host to the UNAOC and the BMW Group... Young people from around the world develop recommendations at Youth Event? 27 February 2013 - Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon enjoyed a celebrity-style arrival... Follow UNAOC Vienna Forum Blog in three languages 27 February 2013 - The UNAOC, in partnership with Canal Francve International and the Missouri School... Remarks by H.E. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations at The Intercultural Innovation Award Ceremony 26 February 2013 - Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am very pleased to be here today in Vienna... Statement by Jorge Sampaio at the Opening of the Youth Event at the Vienna Forum? 26 February 2013 - Dear Secretary of State for Integration, Mr. Sebastian Kurz,...
Grassroots initiative - Whittlesea leadership network prepares to launch 18 February 2013 - A NEW organisation will help those who help others in their roles as community... Create UNAOC Finalists Gear Up For 5th UNAOC Forum 22 February 2013 - The forum, which convenes decision-makers, experts and a variety of... On International Mother Language Day, UN promotes reading in local tongues 21 February 2013 - The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization... UNAOC Mobilizes to Improve Coverage of Migration 19 February 2013 - The meeting was organized in partnership with the Global Editor's Network... High Rep travels to Oman and Spain 18 February 2013 - President Jorge Sampaio's tenure as UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations... Matthew Hodes named new Director of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations 1 February 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, a special project of the Sectretary-General... "Digital Tools for Newsgathering and Reporting Across Cultures" Training Application 11 February 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Google invite 25 journalists... Ban spotlights UN partnership with Islamic bloc to prevent and resolve conflicts 7 February 2013 - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today highlighted the importance of... New UN initiative encourages Somalis abroad to invest in farming projects back home 4 February 2013 - The United Nations agency tasked with supporting agricultural projects in... Columbia opens latest Global Center in Nairobi? 3 February 2013 - Columbia University launched a new Global Center in Nairobi... UN lauds new tool enabling individual complaints on economic, social and cultural rights 6 February 2013 - The United Nations has applauded the upcoming availability of a new... International tourism rebounding from global economic crisis, says UN 29 January 2013 - Despite lingering economic instability due to the global financial crisis... Announcing the Create UNAOC 2012 Finalists January 31, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT Education Arcade... APPS/GAMES for Intercultural Dialogue? January 29, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT Education Arcade and Learning... Post Conflict Macedonia - Inclusive Society Model 21 December 2012 - The purpose of this paper is to provide information on the processes undertaken to establish ... UNAOC High-Level Seminar of Editors and Migration Experts Kicks-Off in Paris January 25, 2013 - Today, over 35 editors in chief, journalists, media and... Announcing the Create UNAOC 2012 Finalists? January 22, 2013 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT Education Arcade and Learning Games...
Covering Migration: Challenges Met and Unmet January 21, 2013 - In partnership with the Global Editors Network and with the support... End conditions that feed terrorism, Ban tells Security Counsil at day-long debate January 15, 2013 - Sectretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called for a focus on conditions... Alliance Celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week 2013? January 14, 2013 - As in previous years, the Alliance welcomes this year's World Interfaith Harmony Week...
Seeking Greener Pastures Abroad Safari Books have published this book about the migration profile of Nigeria written... Create UNAOC Finalists will be announced by January 18; Fields of View joins as partner? January 14, 2013 - We're excited to inform you that the jury of the inaugural 2012-13 Create UNAOC...
Media Consultant Position (The Intercultural Innovation Award) January 15, 2013 - Terms of Reference Media Consultant (The Intercultural Innovation Award)... The UNAOC Call for Applications for the 2013 Youth Solidarity Fund (YSF)? January 16, 2013 - All youth organizations are encouraged to review the Guidelines and use the Application form... At Holocaust memorial event, Ban highlights need for courage to do what is right Posted on January 12, 2013 - Genocide, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, the responsibility to... Canadian authorities must start meaningful dialogue with aboriginal leaders ? UN expert? Posted on January 8, 2013 - A United Nations independant expert today urged the Canadian... Millions of domestic workers worldwide lack social protection, says new UN report Posted on January 9, 2013 - Millions of domestic workers around the world are not protected under?...
Message by the UN High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations, President Jorge Sampaio, on the occasion of the 2012 International Migrants Day
Posted December 16 - ?The UN International Migrants Day that takes place on December 18th is a welcome...
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On International Migrants Day, human rights experts call for end to criminalization of irregular migration
Posted on 18 December 2012 ? On International Migrants Day, United Nations independent experts...
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UNESCO to name Swiss writer and philanthropist Metin Arditi as Goodwill Ambassador
Posted on 18 December 2012 ? The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization...
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Lisbon Forum 2012: ?The Arab Season: from change to challenges?
Posted on December 17, 2012 - On December 3rd and 4th, the Lisbon Forum 2012 under the topic ?The Arab Season...
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Education and ?the pivot?
Posted on December 16, 2012 - This article from the Jakarta Post discusses the importance of business-to-business...
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The Politics of Religious Diversity: Public Event Report
Posted on December 16, 2012 - This report summarizes the discussions and outcomes of the event ?The Politics of Religious Diversity?...
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UN praises Africa for leading way with landmark treaty protecting internally displaced people?
6 December 2012 ? The United Nations refugee chief today saluted the ?historic? entry into...
Fighting cultural extinction, traditional dances and crafts added to UN list of intangible heritage
4 December 2012 ? Botswanan pottery-making, Indonesian handicrafts, traditional Kyrgyz...
Challenge Deadline Extended to Sunday, December 9?
Posted December 3 - Encouraged by the diversity and richness of app concepts the Create UNAOC...
UN committee adds 20 new items to intangible cultural heritage list
5 December 2012 ? A United Nations committee tasked with protecting the world?s oral?...
UNESCO adds another seven items to list of intangible cultural heritage?
6 December 2012 ? Traditional ceramics from Romania, Bedouin chanted poetry from...
Tanenbaum?s Peacemakers are the unknown, religiously motivated women and men working for peace?
Posted on December 5, 2012 - Tanenbaum?s Peacemakers are the unknown, religiously motivated...
Slovenian partner to offer winter program on ?Two Nations and Three Religions in Israel and Palestine?
Posted on December 4, 2012 - The Slovenian Partner of the UNAOC Research network will offer a winter...
Challenges remain in ensuring minority rights respected globally, says Ban
27 November 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today reaffirmed the commitment of...
Remittance investment and knowledge-sharing can help lift poorest nations ? UN report
26 November 2012 ? Remittances to the world?s least developed countries (LDCs) must...
At intercultural centre, Ban highlights need for religious and political leaders to use their influence responsibly
26 November 2012 ? United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today highlighted the...
Committed to culturally diverse communities
30/11/2012 - Victoria?s diverse cultures, languages, faiths and ethnicity will be celebrated at next week?s launch of the MAV?s...
Nearly $23 billion contributed to US economy by international students
Posted on November 25, 2012 - International students contribute contribute over $22.7 billion...
Journeys of Belonging: A Conversation on Diversity in the Media on December 6th
Posted 28 Nov - Save the date! Today?s media landscape looks unlike anything before ? but does it look...
Today's media landscape looks unlike anything before --but does it look more diverse? Join the discussion:
27 Nov - In a world where newsgathering and news consumption have changed radically...
New Zealand partner conducting online survey on multiculturalism
Posted on November 26, 2012 - UNAOC Research Network partner in New Zealand at the Victoria...
Media Education Intern
Posted on November 26, 2012 - Post Title: Media Education Intern/Volunteer ? unpaid...
Report on discussion on ?Middle East on Rise: Turkey and the EU? from Turkish partner
Posted on November 27, 2012 - Turkish Partner, Global Political Trends Center at Istanbul Kültür...
Pope's December Prayer Intentions Dedicated to Migrants
VATICAN CITY, NOV. 30, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI is dedicating the month of December to...
Learning from Experience, Leading to Engagement for a Europe of Religion and Belief Diversity
Posted on November 27, 2012 - Two documents have been made available as the results from the policy...
At global conference, UN official highlights role of migration in promoting development
21 November 2012 ? Addressing a global summit on international migration today, the top...
PLURAL+ 2012 Awards Ceremony
With over 150 videos from 54 countries from around the world, youth filmmakers from...
Panamanian jazz composer Danilo Pérez to become UN Artist for Peace 19 November 2012 ? The United Nations agency tasked with conserving and promoting...
On International Day of Tolerance, UN ?ags key role of understanding in countering extremism and ignorance
16 November 2012 ? United Nations of?cials today stressed the importance of building tolerance...
Harmony Through Diversity and Dialogue
12 November 2012 ? The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations is convening Regional Consultations...
Google and UN joined forces to organize Tunisia's first 1 day digital journalism training for North African journalists who want to help reinvent the way that the media works in the region November 15, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Google, in partnership with the...
UN Alliance of Civilizations? Arab Fellows in US and Europe to improve trust between Arab world and West Emerging leaders from the Middle East to experience US during election.
New York, 5 November 2012 ? Twelve young leaders from North Africa and the Middle East are arriving...
Young Entrepreneurs Around the Mediterranean to Work Together to Create New Jobs
13 November 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilization (UNAOC), in collaboration with the...
German and Korean internet education initiatives win UNESCO prize
12 November 2012 ? Two digital projects from Germany and the Republic of Korea will be...
Young Entrepreneurs Around the Mediterranean to Work Together to Create New Jobs 17 November 2012 ? Young people from the Euro-Med region gathering in Italy to create social...
UN Alliance of Civilizations' Arab Fellows in US and Europe to improve trust between Arab world and West
New York, 5 November 2012 - Twelve young leaders from North Africa and the Middle East are arriving...
Impact of Study Abroad: Nov. 30 AFS Meeting in Berlin to present results of research
Posted on November 7, 2012 - AFS Interkulturelle Begegnungen e.V. will present the results...
Countries must boost measures to combat Internet racism ? UN independent expert
5 November 2012 ? The surge in websites that promote hate speech and racism requires States to...
UN hails effort by the Philippines to protect refugees and stateless people 6 November 2012 ? The United Nations refuge agency today lauded the Philippines for being the...
Second Session of the Fall 2012 UNAOC Fellows
Posted on November 2, 2012 - The UNAOC Fellowship Programme, which is an exchange programme...
British Council, UNAOC and premier journalism school launch original multimedia project around identities
NEW YORK (October 31, 2013) ? The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the British Council?s Our...
Initiative to improve the student experience goes global
Posted on November 1, 2012 - University personnel from all over the globe gathered in the beginning of...
Cardinal Veglio Presents Holy Father's Letter to Migrants and Refugees
VATICAN CITY, OCT. 29, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Cardinal Antonio Maria Veglio, president of the...
DAAD backs Potsdam project with Iran
Posted on November 1, 2012 - To strengthen and improve inter-religious dialogue and academic...
Border Crossing Observatory at UNAOC Research Network Australian Partner
Posted on October 24, 2012 - The Border Crossing Observatory at UNAOC Research Network Partner...
Digital Journalism Bootcamp
19 October 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and Google are excited to announce...
Interview with BMW Group?s Konstanze Carreras
Posted on October 23, 2012 - BMW creates award for intercultural commitment: An interview with BMW...
Interview with Michael Bach, National Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for KPMG?s operations in Canada
Posted on October 23, 2012 - Why does diversity matter to KPMG?
Diversity matters to KPMG because we are a people business. We don?t manufacture a product and...
The Global Investment Forum in Ohrid is complete
21 October 2012 - With a minimum of half a million dollars per investor, the Macedonian Diaspora set up a fund for...
Deadline for 2012 Create UNAOC Challenge Nears
Postd 11 October 2012. The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT Education Arcade, Learning...
Alliance of Civilizations International Traditional Sports Festival
13 October 2012 ? To celebrate the cultures of the world and to revive traditional sports and games...
UNAOC-BMW Group Award Winner Expands to 20 Cities Worldwide
Toronto, ON, September 26, 2012. On October 1-3, 2012, Maytree, along with the United Nations...
New President outlines priorities for 67th General Assembly session
3 October 2012 ? Giving the General Assembly a more prominent role in discussions on global...
The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Wants to Foster Innovation through Apps and Games Promoting Intercultural Dialogue
Posted 2 October 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT Education...
Deadline for Applications/Nominations: Nov. 1, Kissinger Chair, Library of Congress, USA
Posted on October 6, 2012 - The John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress is now accepting...
Ban hails ?invaluable? work of Alliance of Civilizations in fostering understanding
28 September 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today lauded the United Nations-backed...
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon appoints former President of the Sixty-Sixth Session of the United Nations General Assembly Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser of Qatar as High Representative for the UN Alliance of Civilizations
Posted on September 28, 2012 - Following consultations, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon...
Caminho da Paz (the Path Of Peace)
On September 23, 2012, the city of São Paulo will host, for the 4th consecutive year, the main event...
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Create UNAOC Welcomes Ashoka and Soliya as 2012 Partners
Posted on September 24, 2012 - The 2012 Create UNAOC Challenge, a mobile app competition co- ...
Declaration of Alumni of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Fellowship Programme
Posted on September 25, 2012 - At the occasion of the 67th General Assembly of the United Nations...
Launch of First Data Journalism Study of Media Coverage of Migration
Posted on September 27, 2012- The UNAOC, in partnership with the European Journalism Centre...
UN of?cials highlight role of tourism in achieving sustainable development
27 September 2012 ? United Nations of?cials today highlighted the role that tourism can play in...
At UN, Saudi Arabia calls for deepening of dialogue among religions to prevent con?icts
28 September 2012 ? United Nations Member States must spread a culture of tolerance and...
City of God: A Metaphor for Humanity
ROME, SEPT. 27, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Is intercultural and interreligious dialogue really possible? Or...
Commentary on the Recent Crisis
Posted on September 24, 2012 - Following the unrest around the release of the recent ?lm on Prophet...
Dialogue With Nonbelievers to Kick Off Year of Faith
VATICAN CITY, SEPT. 25, 2012 (Zenit.org).- When Benedict XVI ?rst proposed the Courtyard of...
From New York to world?s con?ict zones, UN marks International Day of Peace
21 September 2012 ? From the traditional ringing of the Peace Bell at its Headquarters in New...
5th Edition of the Fellowship Programme
Posted on September 19, 2012 - The UNAOC Fellowship Programme, which is an exchange programme...
Former Somali refugee to receive prestigious UN award
18 September 2012 ? Former Somali refugee to receive prestigious UN award The United...
Violence against women, property rights most pressing indigenous issues ? UN expert
18 September 2012 ? Violence against women and girls and the indiscriminate extraction of...
Study abroad can profoundly improve education
Posted on September 19, 2012 - This article is submitted is a response to a previously published...
Face to Faith
Posted 19 September 2012 -Recent acts of violence in the Middle East carried out in the name...
Statement From The High Representative on the Current Crisis
Posted on September 17, 2012 - The recent deadly tragic events in Benghazi, but also incidents in Cairo...
UN rights chief welcomes efforts to restore calm in wake of anti-Islam ?lm, cartoons
21 September 2012 ? The UN human rights chief has welcomed the efforts of senior Muslim...
President Sampaio Offers Condolences Following Libya Attack
Lisbon/New York , 12 September 2012
Excellency,
Dear Ms Clinton
I would like to express my sincere condolences on the shocking death of four American...
Education crucial to engender a ?culture of peace,? UN of?cials stress at General Assembly
14 September 2012 ? Top of?cials of the United Nations said today that education could tackle...
Despite ?real? progress in mediation efforts, UN can do more, Ban tells Member States
13 September 2012 ? The United Nations is much better positioned today to help settle disputes...
New report: Global Europe 2050
Posted on September 10, 2012 - The Global Europe 2050 foresight report presents and quanti?es three...
UN human rights chief urges religious leaders to restore calm amid anti-Islam ?lm protests
14 September 2012 ? The United Nations human rights chief today urged religious and political...
Time to Speak Out ? Libya and ?Innocence of Muslims? Film
Posted 14 September 2012 ? Dear Alliance Supporters, With all that has happened this week in Libya and across the Middle East...
...bridging the gap among people of different cultures
BUDAPEST, Hungary, SEPT. 4, 2012 (Zenit.org).- In a message to Maria Voce, president of the ...
Diaspora's... the value of remittances in 2011 throughout the world totalled $489 billion
1 September 2012 - This is a part of the analysis of the macroeconomics portal that monitors economic developments...
International treaty on domestic workers? rights to come into force next year ? UN
5 September 2012 ? A United Nations treaty which provides a set of international standards to...
GLOBAL DIALOGUE FOUNDATION AT THE 3rd UNAoC SUMMER SCHOOL 2012
1 September 2012 - Global Dialogue Foundation was recently invited to attend the 3rd annual United Nations ...
UNAOC Fellowship press clips 2011-2012
Posted 30th. August 2012
Racism: It stops with me
Posted 27 August 2012 - The Federal Race Discrimination Commissioner Dr Helen Szoke recently...
Is a Cohesive Europe That Forgets Its Christian Roots Possible?
ST. GALLEN, Switzerland, AUG. 28, 2012 (Zenit.org).- What is social cohesion based on today?
Multicultural Gala Dinner - Melbourne 2012
22 August 2012 - On the evening of Friday the 17th of August, Global Dialogue Foundation...
The Inclusive City: Management of Diversity at the Local Level
Posted on August 24, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
On international day for remembrance, UNESCO chief calls for re?ection on slavery
23 August 2012 ? Marking the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition,...
UN human rights expert calls on US to consult with indigenous people over land sale
22 August 2012 ? A United Nations independent expert today called on the United States Government ...
UNESCO study to examine treatment of Holocaust in global curricula
23 August 2012 ? A new United Nations study exploring the ways schools around the world address...
Diasporas in Australia: Launch of Australian Research Council Report
16 August, 2012 - Canberra, Australia - The three-year research project ? Diasporas in Australia: Current and Potential Links...
A Special Message of the UN Secretary-General on International Youth Day 2012
Posted on August 16, 2012 - At the occasion of the International Youth Day, the UNAOC organized its 3rd Summer School...
Volunteer Translators Take Singer Beyoncé?s Humanitarian Message Global
New York - 17 August 2012 - This year?s World Humanitarian Day (WHD) is being celebrated with the launch of a global...
All Aboard the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus for the Stanford Game Jam
Posted on August 14, 2012 - The Stanford University Of?ce of Science Outreach, in partnership with the John Lennon...
UNAOC gives keynote speech at the ?rst Central American and Caribbean Congress on Media, Children and Youth
Posted on August 15, 2012 - More info:
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UN highlights vital role of media in empowering world?s indigenous people
9 August 2012 ? Marking the International Day of the World?s Indigenous Peoples, United Nations...
Locating the Sacred Festival Holds Events All Over New York
Posted on August 9, 2012 - The UNAOC partners as an outreach organization with Locating the Sacred Festival. Organized by...
UNESCO to launch precious coins and medallions collection highlighting its activities
6 August 2012 ? The United Nations Educational, Scienti?c and Cultural Organization...
Read more United Nations System-Wide Action Plan on Youth Questionnaire
Posted on August 3, 2012 - The United Nations is developing a System-Wide Action Plan on Youth...
Summer School Starts Saturday, August 4th
2 Aug 2012 ? We look forward to welcoming the 3rd UN Alliance of Civilizations Summer...
Vatican Calls Muslims, Christians to Prepare Youth for Peace
VATICAN CITY, AUG. 3, 2012 (Zenit.org).- In a message for the end of Ramadan, the Ponti?cal...
Read more Press Release, Secretary Clinton to Host Global Diaspora Forum
July 25, 2012 - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will host the second annual Global Diaspora Forum at...
Secretary-General calls on countries to follow through with Olympic Truce
27 July 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged countries to follow through...
The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Wants to Foster Innovation through Apps and Games Promoting Intercultural Dialogue
NEW YORK, New York, 26 July 2012 ? the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, the MIT...
Read more Secretary-General takes part in torch relay ahead of Olympic Games in London
26 July 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today took part in the traditional torch runh...
Apply to the Global Junior Challenge Special Award
Posted on July 23, 2012 - All is set for the 6th edition of the Global Junior Challenge, an unique opportunity...
Read more UNAOC - Youth Program Intern/ Volunteer
Posted on July 24, 2012 - Post Title: Youth Program Intern/ Volunteer ? unpaid.. Vatican's World Tourism Day Message Has 'Green' Theme
VATICAN CITY, JULY 24, 2012 (Zenit.org).- World Tourism Day 2012 is scheduled for Sept. 27...
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Launches 2012 Create UNAOC Challenge
Posted on July 19, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Launches 2012 Create UNAOC...
Read more Leaders say climate is changing Native way of life
20/07/2012, Native American and Alaska Native leaders told of their villages being under water because of...
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2012 Create UNAOC Jury Members Announced
Posted on July 19, 2012 - Create UNAOC has announced its roster for its inaugural 2012 challenge. The panel draws from... Resources to Help You Develop Create UNAOC Apps and Games
Posted on July 19, 2012 - We have drawn up a list of resources, technical and cultural, that can guide potential participants as...
11th Festival of Paci?c Arts ends on high note
13/07/2012 - After two weeks of festivity, the cultural extravaganza that is the 11th Festival of Paci?c Arts...
Culture and tradition can help Paci?c nations deal with climate change: PM Lilo
09/07/2012, Cultural knowledge can help Paci?c nations ?nd solutions to dealing with the impacts of climate...
East-Meets-West on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Congress and Exhibition
Posted on July 8, 2012 - The purpose of this conference, organized by the European Of?ce of Cyprus, is to discuss and... Knock !em down rain
Posted on 1st June 2012 - Earlier this year, I was being shown around Darwin by Robert Mills, a Larrakia community leader...
Vanishing Voices
Posted JULY 2012 One morning in early fall Andrei Mongush and his parents began preparations for supper, selecting a black-faced, fat-tailed...
?Culture ? critically important in sustainable development?
03/07/2012 - Thousands braved the sweltering heat for the very colourful and culturally charged opening of...
Paci?c ministers back regional cultural strategy
06/07/2012, Paci?c ministers of culture on Wednesday endorsed a regional strategy to further enhance the...
This NAIDOC Week, employers encouraged to help close the (work) gap
Posted 4 July 2012 - NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate... Globalization: Words and Actions
Posted on July 1, 2012 - This new report published by the American Council on Education looks into the progress of...
Zimbabwe's Bishops Reach Out to Their Emigrants
HARARE, Zimbabwe, JULY 3, 2012 (Zenit.org).- The Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops? Conference...
Desmond Tutu and Jorge Sampaio at Gulbenkian Foundation in Lisbon
Posted on June 28, 2012 - The Archbishop Desmond Tutu and High Representative Jorge Sampaio...
UN declares world happiness day
29 June 2012 - The UN General Assembly passed a resolution proclaiming the new commemoration that adds to...
At seminar, UN top of?cials call for new approaches on countering appeal of terrorism
27 June 2012 ? United Nations top of?cials today called for new approaches to address global ... In Search of an Alliance of Civilizations: Part I
Posted on June 25, 2012 - By Mohsin Mohi-Ud Din United Nations AOC Fellow, Fulbright Fellow...
Birthplace of Jesus placed on UNESCO?s World Heritage in Danger List
29 June 2012 ? The Church of the Nativity, which sits on a site in Bethlehem that is identi?ed...
Historic forts on Panama?s coastline placed on List of World Heritage in Danger
27 June 2012 ? Citing environmental factors, lack of maintenance and uncontrollable urban... Indigenous land care promoted abroad
AAPJUNE 21, 2012 - AUSTRALIAN indigenous people's knowledge on managing the environment will be shared ...
Read more UN honours local groups with Equator Prize for sustainable development work
21 June 2012 ? Twenty-?ve local and indigenous groups were honoured on Wednesday evening
EMUNI in Albania, FYROM, Kosovo: EMUNI days, lectures, presentations
Posted on June 19, 2012 - To strengthen cooperation between Balkan partners, Prof. Dr. Joseph Mifsud, president of UNAOC...
Amazon tribe shares culture with armchair explorers
17th June 2012 - Google has unveiled a cultural map of Brazil's Surui Indigenous people, a digital tool that ...
Do One Thing for Diversity & Inclusion 2012 in the City of Whittlesea, Victoria (Australia)
25 May 2012 - City of Whittlesea?s Community Leadership Network participated... CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - 3th UNAOC SUMMER SCHOOL
Posted 19th June 2012 - ?Bridging Hearts, Opening Minds and Doing Things Together? Sustainable Cultural Diversity: 2012 Intercultural Innovation Award Launched
Posted 15th June 2012 - NEW YORK/MUNICH ?The BMW Group and the UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) are... PLURAL+ 2012 Youth Video Festival on Migration and Social Inclusion Calls for Youth Participation
Posted 17th June - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations ( UNAOC) and the International Organization for... UN President Visits Pontiff
VATICAN CITY, JUNE 15, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Nassir Abdulaziz al-Nasser, president of the 66th... PLURAL+ 2012 Youth Video Festival on Migration and Social Inclusion Calls for Youth Participation
Posted 8th June 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations ( UNAOC) and the International Organization for Migration ( IOM)... Strategic Development and Partnerships Intern/ Volunteer
Posted 7th June 2012 - Post Title: Strategic Development and Partnerships Intern/Volunteer ? unpaid... UN Alliance of Civilizations Partners Forum Draws to A Close
Posted 2nd June 2012 - Convened at the invitation of the Prime Minister of Turkey, Recep... TALKING POINTS - Istanbul Partners Forum, Pledging Conference
At Alliance of Civilizations meeting, Ban calls for tolerance and cooperation
31 May 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed the need for tolerance and.. Neglected indigenous food can be important tool to ?ght hunger ? UN of?cial
31 May 2012 ? Indigenous foods which have been neglected by the food industry and urban. The Intercultural Innovation Award enters its second chapter in 2012
Munich/New York/Istanbul, 1 June 2012 ? Building on the great success of the... Workshop: Strategies for Successful Europe- China Collaboration in Research and Education
Posted on May 30, 2012 - The Compostela Group of Universities (CGU) and partners invites... Istanbul 2012 Partners Forum at the Invitation of Turkish Prime Minister Erdoðan
Posted on May 23, 2012 - The ?rst Partners Forum for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations will take place in Istanbul... Mediation plays vital role in preventing conflicts, settling disputes ? UN
23 May 2012 ? Mediation is a valuable and effective tool for conflict prevention and the ... UN chief to travel to Turkey and Saudi Arabia next week
Successful International Education Summit
Posted on May 20, 2012
Education remains an important factor for all nations to succeed in the global knowledge economy.. CRIC Research Project Results
Posted on May 20, 2012 - The Cultural Heritage and the Re-construction of Identities after Con?ict (CRIC)... Inspirational Journey by H.E Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa Ambassador to the United States
Posted on May 20, 2012 - Generously and heartedly, the UNAoC MENA fellows were invited to a gracious lunch at... RESPECT Research Project
Posted on May 20, 2012 - Researchers from the EU funded RESPECT Research Project recently conducted three case... UN declaration on rights of indigenous peoples inspired changes ? Al-Nasser
17 May 2012 ? The President of the General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser... V International Encounter on Dialogue of Civilizations
Posted on May 14, 2012 - The UNAOC participated at the V International Encounter on Dialogue of Civilizations... Youth Program Intern
Posted on May 16, 2012 - Post Title: Youth Program Intern/Volunteer ? unpaid, Post Level: Internship/Volunteer... EMUNI Round Table:?Migration in EuroMed Area?
Posted on May 10, 2012 - The European Council for Education, Youth, Culture and Sport will for their second Council... Work remains to realize rights of indigenous peoples, says deputy UN chief
7 May 2012 ? Five years after the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous... UN of?cial urges Islamic nations to integrate ancient principles into refugee laws
11 May 2012 ? Addressing a ?rst-of-its-kind meeting on refugees in the Muslim world, the top... Wrong way, go back? Ensuring your cultural diversity program is heading in the right direction
16 May 2012 ? Astute organisations understand that leveraging cultural diversity has... European Council for Education, Youth, Culture and Sport (10-11 May) Posted on May 10, 2012 - The European Council for Education, Youth, Culture and Sport will for their second Council... Fifth Annual Edition of ICERI2012
Posted on May 10, 2012 - The 5th International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation (ICERI2012) will take...
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Spanish partner further develops internationalization strategy
Posted on May 13, 2012 - UNAOC Research Network partner Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona (UAB) has as a part of... General Assembly President calls for inclusive economies in Arab world
4 May 2012 ? The Arab world faces the challenge of building inclusive economies, the President... Buddhist teachings offer insights into achieving a sustainable future ? Ban
5 May 2012 ? The teachings of Buddhism can offer signi?cant insights on how to improve... UN expert launches study to assess migrants? rights in European border region
3 May 2012 ? A United Nations expert will kick off on Monday a one-year study to assess... UN expert urges US to take more robust measures to tackle indigenous issues
4 May 2012 ? The United States needs to adopt more robust measures to address the issues... Praising India?s economic progress, Ban calls for more inclusive development
27 April 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today praised India?s economic development... On annual World Book Day, UN stresses importance of translation
23 April 2012 ? Marking World Book and Copyright Day, the head of the United Nations Educational,... UN celebrates legacy of jazz as a force of social transformation
27 April 2012 ? The United Nations today kicked off celebrations for the ?rst annual... Jump, Twirl, Paint, Act!
April 8, 2012 - LONDON ? Seventy Shakespeare productions from companies around the world, performed... Tourism: A Tool for Peace and Intercultural Understanding
Posted on March 30, 2012 - Every person and every place are unique in their culture, and this uniqueness is one of the driving... Brazil?s Unique Culture Group Stays Busy Sharing the Wealth
27 March 2012 ? SÃO PAULO, Brazil ? All over the world cultural organizations are tightening their budgets and... Council of Paci?c Arts council summit starts today
27/3/2012, Delegations for the three days council meeting have arrived over the weekend. Read more
Calouste Gulbenkian Prize: NOMINATIONS OPEN FROM 15TH FEBRUARY TO 15TH APRIL
Posted on March 30, 2012 - The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has opened nominations for the CALOUSTE GULBENKIAN... Education Intern/Volunteer
Posted on March 30, 2012 - Terms of Reference: Education Intern/ Volunteer. Read more
Celebrating Morocco?s Cultural Diversity in Cinema
Posted on March 24, 2012 - Ifrane, March 16, 2012 ? Around 200 visitors attended the opening ceremony of the Amazigh Film... ENPI EUROMED Migration III
Posted on March 24, 2012 - As of January 2012, EMUNI University has embarked on a new ENPI project EUROMED. Read more
The UAB signs agreement with the Shanghai Institute of Tourism
Posted on March 24, 2012 - 22.03.2012 Teaching centres - UAB Rector Ana Ripoll and Yang Weiwu, president of the... Al-Nasser urges strengthening Alliance of Civilizations as a global mediation tool
22 March 2012 ? The President of the General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, today... Live UN Debate on Cross-Cultural Issues
22/3/2012, The General Assembly and The UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) are hosting a thematic... Read more
On International Day of Nowruz, UN of?cials call for renewed unity among cultures
21 March 2012 ? The spirit of peace and unity that lies at the core of Nowruz, the spring festival... Ban praises Malaysia?s poverty reduction, urges it to share its experiences with others
22 March 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today commended Malaysia for ?making great... Read more
On International Day, UN warns about link between racism and con?ict
21 March 2012 ? Top United Nations of?cials warned today about the dangerous bond between... European Multiculturalisms: Cultural, Religious and Ethnic Challenges
23/3/2012, European Multiculturalisms: Cultural, Religious and Ethnic Challenges (edited by Anna... Read more
Chinese Sculptors' Exploration of Ancient Traditions Sparks Artistic Rebirth
15 March 2012 BEIJING ? A generation after Chairman Mao Zedong set out to destroy China?s millennia... World's biggest Polynesian and Maori festival takes over Manukau
14/3/2012, The world?s biggest Polynesian and Maori festival kicked off in South Auckland today... Read more
International Students contribute $20.2 billion to US economy in 2010/11
Posted on March 5, 2012 - Boosting the presence of international students is bene?cial to the economy,... Unity in Diversity makes its start in Cameroon, Africa
21 February 2012 ? A group of committed civil society activists came together in Yaounde, Cameroon... Despite drop, India No. 9 in number of immigrants
2 March 2012 ? NEW DELHI: The number of foreign immigrants living in India is steadily declining,... Report on a survey among actors in the ?eld of humanitarianism and development
Posted on February 27, 2012 - Excellent work and dedication of a wide range of non-governmental... General Assembly President calls for early con?ict mediation to avoid violence
25 February 2012 ? The President of the General Assembly Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser today.. UNESCO chief warns crucial yet ?fragile? linguistic heritage in danger
21 February 2012 ? Language is a key ally in the ?ght against discrimination, the head of the United.. Lebanese author and Brazilian publisher awarded UN Arab culture prize
21 February 2012 ? The United Nations cultural agency has awarded its annual prize recognizing.. UN of?cial stresses importance of cooperation between Africa and its diasporas
16 February 2012 ? A senior United Nations of?cial today stressed the importance of establishing.. PLURAL+ 2012 Youth Video Festival on Migration and Social Inclusion Calls for Youth Participation
Posted on February 14, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the... Read more UN of?cials underline religions? role in promoting global harmony
7 February 2012 ? The President of the General Assembly Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser today.. Jungle tribes untouched by modern civilisation
9 February 2012 - They are among the Amazon's last uncontacted tribes and have avoided contact with... Read more Declining signi?cance of ethnic identity for Central and East European youth
Posted on February 9, 2012 - A research project has revealed that ethnic identity is less signi?cant for... Read more UN kicks off Year of the Dragon with celebration of Chinese cultural heritage
1 February 2012 ? Hundreds of performers took to the stage at United Nations Headquarters in New York.. PLURAL+ 2012 Youth Video Festival on Migration and Social Inclusion Calls for Youth Participation
New York (February 1, 2012)-- The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations ( UNAOC) and... Read more Ban urges African countries to entrench civil, political and economic rights
29 January 2012 ? Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged African countries to entrench ... Read more First Intercultural Innovation Award winner mentored by UNWTO
Posted on January 24, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the BMW Group have... Bangkok Hosts Interreligious Meeting
ROME, JAN. 24, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Religious leaders from regions of Asia and the West met in... Read more China Starts Lunar New Year of the Dragon
23 Jan 2012 - This week millions of Chinese travel back to their family homes to celebrate the New Year... Migrants Are People, Not Numbers, Says Pope
VATICAN CITY, JAN. 16, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Marking Sunday's World Day of Migrants and... Read more Launch of mentoring process of Intercultural Innovation Award ?rst winner by World Tourism Organization
Posted on January 17, 2012 - The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the BMW Group have... Read more Pope Backs US Bishops' Concern About Religious Freedom
VATICAN CITY, JAN. 19, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI today joined his voice to that of the US... Read more
Strategic Development and Partnerships Intern
Posted on January 16, 2012 Responsibilities - The intern will work under the direct, overall supervision... Read more Best Wishes for 2012! by United Nations High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations
Posted on January 3, 2012 - Let me extend to you all, friends, partners and supporters of the Alliance... Read more Ban stresses ?people power? and partnerships at start of second term as UN chief
3 January 2012 ? Ban Ki-moon has begun his second term as Secretary-General of the United Nations... Read more
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