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โครงการพัฒนาแห่งสหประชาชาติ (UNDP) เปิดรายงานการพัฒนามนุษย์ระดับโลก ปี 2025 ชี้ชะลอตัวทั่วโลกอย่างที่ไม่เคยเกิดขึ้นมาก่อนในรอบ 35 ปี โดยไทยอยู่อันดับที่ 76 ลดอันดับลงมาเล็กน้อยจากปีที่แล้ว รายละเอียดเป็นอย่างไร King Power ขอเจรจา AOT ยกเลิกสัญญา Duty Free จะจบแบบไหน พูดคุยกับ วรภพ วิริยะโรจน์ สส. แบบบัญชีรายชื่อ พรรคประชาชน

Huko jimboni Kivu Kaskazini, Mashariki mwa Jamhuri ya Kidemokrasia ya Congo, DRC, juhudi za kidiplomasia zinaendelea kumaliza mapigano, huko nalo shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Mpango wa Maendeleo, UNDP likitoa wito wa msaada kwa watu waliofurushwa makwao kutokana na mashambulizi ya waasi wa M23, msaada ambao utawasaidia kujenga upya maisha yao na njia zao za kujipatia riziki. Sharon Jebichii na taarifa zaidi

Hii leo jaridani tunaangazia baa la njaa katika nchi 13 duniania amabzo hakuna uhakika wa chakula, na hali ya kibinadamu kwa wakimbizi wa DRC. Makala tunasalia hapa makao makuu na mashinani tunakwenda nchini Nepal, kulikoni?Ripoti mpya ya pamoja ya Umoja wa Mataifa iliyotolewa leo jijini Roma, Italia inatahadharisha kuwa watu katika nchi 5 kati ya nchi 13 zenye njaa duniani wako kwenye hatari kubwa ya kukumbwa na njaa kali, vifo na maafa ikiwa msaada wa kibinadamu hautatolewa haraka na juhudi za kimataifa hazitaelekezwa kukomesha migogoro, kupunguza ufurushwaji na kuongeza msaada wa haraka kwa kiwango kikubwa.Huko jimboni Kivu Kaskazini, Mashariki mwa Jamhuri ya Kidemokrasia ya Congo, DRC, juhudi za kidiplomasia zinaendelea kumaliza mapigano, huko nalo shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Mpango wa Maendeleo, UNDP likitoa wito wa msaada kwa watu waliofurushwa makwao kutokana na mashambulizi ya waasi wa M23, msaada ambao utawasaidia kujenga upya maisha yao na njia zao za kujipatia riziki.  Katika makala leo Flora Nducha wa Idhaa hii amemuuliza Amon Anastaz Mpanju, Naibu Katibu Mkuu wizara ya Maendeleo ya jamii, jinsia, wanawake na makundi maalum nchini Tanzania aliyeshiriki mkutano wa 18 wa mkataba wa watu wenye ulemavu COSP18 uliokunja jamvi mwishoni mwa wiki nini kikubwa alichotoka nacho kwenye mkutano huo.Na katika mashinani leo ikiwa ni siku ya Kimataifa ya utumaji fedha kwa familia kutoka ughaibuni, fursa ni yake Bibha kutoka Chinnamastrial nchini Nepal, mnufaika wa utumaji fedha kutoka wanafamilia walioko ughaibuni akielezea jinsi ambavyo fedha hizo zinavyosaidia jamii zake kuondokana na umaskini.Mwenyeji wako ni Assumpta Massoi, karibu!

Caribbean nations pursue critical initiatives to enhance regional food security, sustainable finance, and international partnerships while strengthening infrastructure and cybersecurity capabilities. Progress spans from Barbados' regional food port construction to Antigua and Barbuda's upcoming role as host for major international gatherings.Barbados partnering with Guyana to construct a regional food port for transshipping and processing produce, to reduce CARICOM's food import bill Jamaica Stock Exchange and UNDP sign MOU to mobilize private financing for sustainable development Dominican Republic strengthens ties with Commonwealth countries to diversify exports, attract investments and boost tourism  University of the Virgin Islands receives $250,000 campus improvement grant from Home Depot's "Retool Your School" program Subscribe to Pulse of the Caribbean for weekly insights into the economic, political, and social developments reshaping the region. What Caribbean story interests you most? Please share your thoughts and join our growing community of listeners passionate about the Caribbean's future. Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Listen online at www.pulseofthecaribbean.com or your favorite streaming platform.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribean.com. If you have an interest in sponsoring our podcast, email us at  biz@pulseofthecaribbean.com.

Hii leo jaridani tunakuletea mada kwa kina ambayo leo ikiwa ni siku ya mazingira duniani mwaka ikibeba maudhui “Tokomeza taka za Plastiki,” tunakwenda Tanzania kumsikia Clara Makenya, Mkua wa UNEP nchini humo na afisa mawasiliano wa shirika hilo kwa ajili ya Namibia akizungumza kuhusu changamoto ya taka za plastiki Tanzania na nini kifanyike kuzitokomeza.Naanzia hapa makao makuu ya Umoja wa Mataifa New York, Marekani ambapo leo kumefanyika tukio maalum la kukumbuka na kuenzi watumishi 168 wa Umoja wa Mataifa waliopoteza maisha wakitekeleza majukumu yao ya ulinzi wa amani, haki, na usaidizi, Mishumaa iliwashwa na kisha walitajwa majina yao mmoja baada ya mwingine akiwemo Nats.. mlinda amani wa UN kutoka Tanzania. Wanafamilia walipokea tuzo maalum za kutambua mchango wao.Leo ikiwa ni siku ya kimataifa ya mazingira, Katibu Mkuu wa Umoja wa Mataifa António Guterres ametaka hatua za dharura kutokomeza janga la uchafuzi utokanao na taka za plastiki, akilitaja kama “janga” linaloikaba dunia na kutishia afya ya binadamu, mifumo ya ikolojia, na hali ya hewa. Guterres amesema, kadri plastiki zinavyovunjika na kuwa vipande vidogo vidogo zinaingia kila mahali: kuanziaubongo wa binadamu hadi maziwa ya mama.Huko nchini Tanzania hii leo kwenye Chuo Kikuu Mzumbe mjini Morogoro, kumefanyika kongamano kumulika uhaba wa maji na sera bora zinazoweza kufanikisha upatikanaji wa huduma hiyo, kongamano lililoandaliwa kwa pamoja na shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Mpango wa Maendeleo, UNDP na Muungano wa Ulaya. Dkt. Saida Fundi Mhadhiri Mwandamizi kutoka Chuo Kikuu Mzumbe anasema.Na katika kujifunza lugha ya Kiswahili na hii leo Dkt. Mwanahija Ali Juma, Katibu Mtendaji wa Baraza la Kiswahili, Zanzibar nchini Tanzania, BAKIZA anafafanua maana ya neno "KIHEREHERE!.Mwenyeji wako ni Flora Nducha, karibu!

Ukraine's Kakhovka Dam was destroyed exactly two years ago on Friday, representing the most significant environmental disaster so far resulting from Russia's ongoing invasion. Its collapse directly impacted over 100,000 people and submerged more than 620 square kilometres under water.In addition to causing widespread displacement, the disaster created a humanitarian and ecological crisis – threatening disease outbreaks and prompting the collapse of ecosystems. The loss and damage from this event is estimated to be $14 billion. UN News' Evgeniya Kleshcheva sat down this week with Roman Shakhmatenko, a team leader with the UN Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine, to discuss the “far-reaching” consequences of the collapse. 

Volgens die Biofin Namibia-inisiatief is die land ryk aan biodiversiteit, en die bewaring van sy natuurlike hulpbronne is van kritieke belang vir lewensbestaan, voedselsekerheid, klimaatsveerkragtigheid en ekonomiese volhoubaarheid. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het gepraat met Bernadette Shivute, volhoubare finansieringspesialis by die UNDP-kantore in Namibië, wat verduidelik waarom biodiversiteitsbewaring belangrik is, ondanks uitdagings soos armoede en werkloosheid.

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/690    What does it take to rise from limited access to tech resources to becoming a globally recognized Microsoft MVP? In this episode, Pascal Burume shares his remarkable journey from the Democratic Republic of Congo to the global tech stage. With grit, community leadership, and a passion for Microsoft technologies, Pascal reveals how he overcame language barriers, built impactful solutions with Power Platform, and inspired a new generation of tech professionals. If you're looking for a roadmap to grow your skills and make a difference—no matter where you start—this episode is for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS Persistence Pays Off: Pascal failed multiple times before becoming a Microsoft Student Ambassador—but each setback sharpened his strategy and resilience. Power Platform in Action: He used Power Apps and Power BI to build real-world solutions that improved decision-making at the UNDP. Community as a Catalyst: Building and leading tech communities helped Pascal grow his skills, visibility, and impact. Learning Without Limits: Despite infrastructure challenges, Pascal leveraged blogs, Microsoft Learn, and open-source tools to stay ahead. From Local to Global: His story proves that with the right mindset and tools, you can build a global tech career from anywhere. RESOURCES MENTIONED

Secret Thoughts of CEOS Ep. 134 Navigating Change: Insights for Family Business Leaders with Dr. Barrett C. Brown   In this powerful episode, Chris Yonker is joined by global executive advisor and developmental strategist, Dr. Barrett Brown, for a profound and eye-opening conversation about what it really takes to lead in today's ever-accelerating world. With experience working across six continents and coaching C-suite executives through high-stakes transformation, Dr. Brown brings hard-earned wisdom about the inner capacities required for high-impact, conscious leadership. Together, Chris and Barrett explore:   Timestamps   ·       08:21 Navigating Complex Leadership Challenges ·       20:58 Decision Making in Complex Environments ·       39:50 Balancing Work and Life in Family Businesses ·       46:42 Navigating Succession with Competing Visions ·       49:46 The Empowerment Dynamic and Low Drama Culture ·       52:34 Masculine Compassion in the Workplace ·       54:07 Coaching and Developing the Younger Generation   Quotes ·       "Life is like a grindstone—it either grinds you into dust or polishes you into a diamond."[13:45] ·       "The world is never going to be a psychologically safe environment where we can just fully show up without any threat… The superpower is to be deeply at peace in the midst of intensity.” [24:12] ·       "Every time I get triggered or frustrated or irritated or judgmental—that is 100% my own inner game. That's where I have the greatest power."[1:16:35]    Websites: fambizforum.com. www.chrisyonker.com.    Resources & Links: Dr. Barrett Brown's Work: https://apheno.com Recommended Reading: The Future of Leadership for Conscious Capitalism by Barrett Brown  Dr. Barrett C. Brown Bio   Dr. Barrett C. Brown is a global expert on how to develop leaders to successfully navigate complex challenges and rapid change. Barrett works across six continents with C-suite executives and teams from Fortune 500 companies and international non-profits. He has lived in The Netherlands, Brazil and throughout the US, and has worked and traveled in nearly 40 countries.   Barrett is a regular advisor and senior faculty for a global tech company as well as the largest environmental NGO in the world. With them, he focuses on how leaders can better manage complexity and drive transformational change. He also serves as the executive coach for a select group of senior leaders. He has delivered dozens of keynotes and leadership programs for 5000+ CEOs, organizational leaders, and government officials. He has co-designed and delivered executive development, team development and/or strategic alignment programs for some of the largest technology, engineering, healthcare, sportswear, and consumer goods companies in the world - as well as for major environmental and social NGOs. Barrett holds a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems and also has over a decade experience advising on and leading strategic visioning, execution, and change initiatives for US, Dutch, British, and Brazilian companies and institutions.   Barrett's award-winning research on the future of leadership has been used in executive education programs worldwide, including the Yale MBA. He produced an award-winning business case study on a large-scale market transformation program he helped lead - in partnership with Unilever and Rainforest Alliance - that is used in business schools globally. Barrett's writings on leadership and sustainability have been translated into 6 languages, have been used in the United Nations system, and have been included in half a dozen mainstream leadership books.   Barrett served on the selection committee of the Katerva Awards - considered the Nobel Prize for sustainability - and has held consultancy status to the United Nations. He has delivered leadership briefings and presentations at global tech companies, the Conscious Capitalism CEO Summit, the Society for Organizational Learning European Summit, Esalen Institute, the National Bioneers Conference, the United Nations World Summit on Sustainable Development, the US Department of State, the Inter-American Development Bank and UNDP headquarters. Originally from the Green Mountains of Vermont, Barrett lives near a 300,000 year old volcanic crater in Hawaii.

दुनिया को कोविड-19 जैसी महामारियों का मुक़ाबला करने के लिए तैयार करने के उद्देश्य से, हाल ही में देशों के बीच एक वैश्विक महामारी तैयारी समझौते के मसौदे को, अन्तिम रूप दिया गया था. इसे सोमवार 19 मई से आयोजित हो रही विश्व स्वास्थ्य सभा में पारित किए जाने के लिए प्रस्तुत किया जाएगा. भारत में संयुक्त राष्ट्र की स्वेच्छा सेवा संस्था UNV के UNDP में कार्यरत यूथ मोबिलाइज़र निखिल गुप्ता ने, कोविड -19 महामारी के दौरान एक स्वयंसेवक के रूप में व्यापक स्तर पर काम किया था. यूएन न्यूज़ की अंशु शर्मा ने उनसे कोविड - 19 के दौरान उनके कामकाज, उससे मिले सबक़ और विश्व स्वास्थ्य सभा से जुड़ी उम्मीदों पर बातचीत की...

Die Verenigde Nasies se ontwikkelingsprogram het 'n inisiatief genaamd Biofin ontwikkel om biodiversiteitsprojekte te finansier en die natuurlewe te beskerm. Dit is veral belangrik vir Namibië, wat met byna die helfte van die grondgebied onder bewaring illustreer hoe biodiversiteit inklusiewe ontwikkeling deur eko-toerisme, groenwerkgeleenthede en gemeenskapsgeleide hulpbronbestuur kan lok. Biofin help die regering om bewaringspogings op te skaal. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het gesels met Bernadette Shivute, 'n volhoubare finansieringspesialis by die program in Namibië, wat bedreigde dier- en plantspesies noem wat met Biofin se hulp beskerm sal word.

For this special episode of our weekly podcast series, we sit down with outgoing UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner. He reflects on his two terms, navigating the agency through transitions and current disruptions. Steiner candidly discusses the significant impact of Trump administration program cuts, detailing how they disrupted vital partnerships and supply chains in crisis-hit countries. Hear his take on these impactful cancellations within the larger context of UNDP's work. Steiner also addresses the concerning trend of declining development finance for much of the developing world, despite overall ODA figures. He confronts the growing skepticism around multilateral institutions and the critical need for internal reflection. Looking ahead, Steiner highlights UNDP's adaptation through new partnerships and financing, urging a global shift towards innovative funding solutions, especially for the most vulnerable nations. Tune in for this crucial discussion on the changing face of development.

इस साप्ताहिक बुलेटिन की सुर्ख़ियाँ...भारत और पाकिस्तान से तनाव कम करने और सैन्य टकराव से बचने की पुरज़ोर अपील.यूएन मानवीय एजेंसियों ने, ग़ाज़ा में सहायता आपूर्ति पर नियंत्रण के लिए, इसराइल की योजना को किया रद्द.AI, लाखों-करोड़ों लोगों की भलाई के लिए साबित हो सकती है एक शक्तिशाली उपाय.मानव विकास के सूचकांक में, भारत की स्थिति हुई कुछ बेहतर, UNDP-भारत में एक वरिष्ठ अर्थशास्त्री अमी मिश्रा के साथ विशेष इंटरव्यू.भारत में पाँच साल से कम उम्र के बच्चों की मृत्यु दर में आई ऐतिहासिक गिरावट.

Hii leo jaridani tunakuletea mada kwa kina inayoturejesha hapa makao makuu ambako Idhaa hii Dokta Willis Ochieng kutoka Kenya aliyehudhuria ambaye ni Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Shirika lisilo la kiserikali linalojihusisha na masuala ya kilimo na maendeleo. Pia tunakuletea muhtasari wa habari, na mashinani tunakwenda Ghana.Ukuaji wa maendeleo ya binadamu – yanayopimwa kwa uhuru na ustawi wa watu – umeendelea kuwa wa kasi ndogo tangu mshtuko mkubwa wa janga la COVID-19 lakini kuna matumaini makubwa kwamba Akili Mnemba au AI, ikiwa itatumika kwa njia sahihi, inaweza kuwa chombo chenye nguvu cha kuboresha maisha ya mamilioni ya watu. Hii ni kwa mujibu wa Ripoti ya kila mwaka ya Maendeleo ya Binadamu iliyotolewa leo na Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Mpango wa Maendeleo duniani, UNDP.Kulengwa kwa hospitali ya Médecins Sans Frontières nchini Sudan Kusini kunaweza kuwa uhalifu wa kivita imeeleza leo Kamisheni ya Umoja wa Mataifa kuhusu Haki za Binadamu Sudan Kusini kufuatia mashambulizi ya angani yaliyotekelezwa dhidi ya hospitali ya Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) huko Old Fangak, Jimbo la Jonglei mapema majuzi asubuhi ya Jumamosi na kusababisha vifo vya takribani raia saba na kujeruhi wengine. Shambulio hilo lilifanyika baada ya Jeshi la Ulinzi la Wananchi wa Sudan Kusini (SSPDF) kutoa onyo la kufanya shambulizi iwapo dai lao la kuachiliwa meli zao zilizotekwa halitatekelezwa.Ripoti mpya ya Shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Afya Duniani, WHO, iliyotolewa leo imeonesha jinsi mahali mtu anakozaliwa kulivyo na mchango katika maisha yake. Ripoti inasema, “mahali mtu anakozaliwa huweza kuamua kama ataishi zaidi ya miongo mitatu kuliko mtu mwingine aliyezaliwa katika nchi yenye hali duni za makazi, elimu na fursa za ajira.”Na mashinani leo nampa fursa Dorcas Awortwe, Naibu Mkurugenzi wa Tume ya Maendeleo ya Kanda ya Kati kutoka Ghana, aliyeshiriki kwenye mkutano wa jukwaa la watu wa asili hapa Makao Makuu wiki iliyopita anazungumzia changamoto zinazowakabili watu wa asili katika jamii yake na ombi lake kwa Umoja wa Mataifa.Mwenyeji wako ni Leah Mushi, karibu!

संयुक्त राष्ट्र विकास कार्यक्रम (UNDP) की मानव विकास रिपोर्ट (HDR) में कहा गया है कि इस क्षेत्र में वैश्विक मन्दी बरक़रार है, जो वैश्विक प्रगति के लिए ख़तरा है. रिपोर्ट के अनुसार, भारत मानव विकास सूचकाँक में 130वें स्थान पर, मध्यम विकास श्रेणी में बना हुआ है. भारत का एचडीआई मूल्य 1990 की तुलना में, 53% अधिक बढ़ गया है, जो वैश्विक और दक्षिण एशियाई औसत से ज़्यादा है. जीवन प्रत्याशा 1990 में 58.6 वर्ष से बढ़कर 2023 में 72 वर्ष हो गई है, जो सूचकाँक शुरू होने के बाद की सर्वाधिक वृद्धि है. मानव विकास रिपोर्ट में भारत के सन्दर्भ में जारी इन आँकड़ों के क्या मायने हैं, यह जानने के लिए यूएन न्यूज़ की अंशु शर्मा ने बात की, भारत में संयुक्त राष्ट्र विकास कार्यक्रम (UNDP) की वरिष्ठ अर्थशास्त्री, अमी मिश्रा से.

In this conversation I ask Professors Sam Richards & Laurey Mulvey about some of the most controversial topics concerning race and ethnicity in the US today. Is White Privilege a useful term that helps build understanding and facilitates conversation, or does it generate social tension and make poor white people feel gaslit? What is DEI, why is it so contentious, and can it be implemented effectively? What makes the N-word and blackface so triggering? Why are US racial social norms so culturally dominant and readily exported?  Sam Richards is a sociologist and Teaching Professor at Penn State and a Distinguished Professor at Konkuk University in Seoul, Korea. He runs SOC119, which is the largest race, ethnicity and cultural relations course in the world. Every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon his class is live streamed to 370,000 subscribers from around the world, and his classes have had over 400 million views. His willingness to challenge orthodox thinking led him to be named one of the “101 Most Dangerous  Professors in America” and together with Laurie Mulvey is one of the “parents of radical empathy.”  Laurie Mulvey is the director and co-founder of the World in Conversation Center for Public Diplomacy at Penn State, which is the largest dialogue center in the United States, hosting more than 17,000 participants each academic year. The Center has worked with the UNDP, UNESCO, and NATO, along with organizations and universities in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Palestinian Territories, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, China, Haiti, Saudi Arabia, and twelve nations in the NATO Alliance to host dialogues between people separated by vast distances and borders. Laurie is a master facilitator, focused on moderating beneficial conversations between different groups on some of the most difficult, hot button topics. ►Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wd2DytWSAYE ►Find out more about Sam's work here: https://sociology.la.psu.edu/people/sam-richards/ ►Find out more about Laurie's work here: https://sociology.la.psu.edu/people/laurie-mulvey/ These conversations are supported by the Andrea von Braun foundation (http://www.avbstiftung.de/), as an exploration of the rich, exciting, connected, scientifically literate, and (most importantly) sustainable future of humanity. The Andrea von Braun Foundation has provided me with full creative freedom with their support. As such, the views expressed in these episodes are my own and/or those of my guests.  

Bianca speaks to Erica Elk and Marco Morgan from the Craft and Design Institute about the Timbuktoo Creatives Lab, an acceleration and innovation programme aimed at unlocking the growth potential of the Cultural and Creative Industries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Road to GEM, we explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in urban planning and climate resilience. Jennifer Hotsko and Betty Chemier from UNDP's Accelerator Lab in Panama join host Giovanna Lia Toledo, Master in Urban Planning candidate at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, to share real-world projects where AI is being used to visualize climate risks, engage communities in participatory planning, and support more adaptive and equitable cities. From ethical considerations to practical applications, the conversation offers grounded insights into how emerging technologies can strengthen urban futures. Whether you're a planner, technologist, or simply curious about the intersection of innovation and sustainability, tune in to discover how AI is not just a tool—but a catalyst for building inclusive, climate-resilient cities. Guests: Jennifer Hotsko, Head of Exploration at UNDP's Accelerator Lab in Panama | Betty Chemier, Head of Experimentation at UNDP's Accelerator Lab in Panama Student Host: Giovanna Lia Toledo, Master in Urban Planning, Harvard Graduate School of Design

This butterfly is excited to be speaking with Or KatzmanOr has an academic background in climate science, water management, and geopolitics and is the founder of Impact Oracle and Blockchain Bridge Consulting. He was also the director and co-founder of SDGIsrael. Most recently, he co-led the Ecological Benefits Framework (EBF), a program designed to transform global carbon and ecological benefits markets by increasing transparency, trust, quality, and equity, and co-founded the Transformative Impact Summit.With over a decade of experience in leadership training, facilitation, and impact work, Or has collaborated with organizations to map, measure, and communicate impact through the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He is certified by the EU in circular economics and green business planning, has consulted the UNDP on SDG Impact Standards, and is a Kernel Fellow.Or is what I'd call an integrator—someone who takes big ideas and makes them happen.  In this episode, you will hear about new economic models, Web 3, impact measurement, SDGs, and more.Some notes...More about 1treellion & Or Katzman.To support planting all over the world, please check out this link.The great music is credited to Pixabay.

Hello, and welcome to episode 150 of the Financial Crime Weekly Podcast, I'm Chris Kirkbride. The sanctions news this week brings new designations from the US and UK, as well as a host of amendments to designations and licences in the UK. The money laundering news brings a Hawala warning from HMRC in the UK, and of the need for public-private collaboration from the FATF. On bribery and corruption news, the UNDP has updated on its collaborative efforts in Samoa, and the OECD puts Belgium into the spotlight on its implementation of the OECD Convention. On market abuse news, challenges against conviction in the LIBOR-rigging convictions, and there is a round-up of other financial crime news and a little cybercrime news.A transcript of this podcast, with links to the stories, will be available by Monday at www.crimes.financial.

In Gaza, UN aid workers continue vital work for most vulnerable communities Yemen: One in two children severely malnourished after 10 years of conflictSudan's people uprooted by conflict drag themselves across Chad's border, says UNDP

Chad is seeing an influx of Sudanese refugees whose numbers are expected to pass the one million mark in coming months.Multiple UN agencies including the UN Development Programme, UNDP, have joined forces to help the most vulnerable; one example is the construction of a women's centre that doubles as a safe haven.Francis James, the UNDP Resident Representative in Chad – said that the centre in Adre in tyheastern Chad is due to be inaugurated next month.Further initiatives include establishing schools close to the camps housing Sudanese refugees, Mr. Francis explained to UN News's Daniel Johnson in Geneva.

This episode features a conversation with Boaz Paldi, Chief Creative Officer at the United Nations Development Programme. It was recorded in February 2025.In this role, Boaz oversees UNDP's advocacy, campaigns, events, and activations. For example, back in 2021, he launched the now iconic #DontChooseExtinction campaign, featuring a dinosaur gatecrashing the UN General Assembly, highlighting research that revealed that for every dollar pledged to tackle the climate crisis, four dollars are spent on fossil fuel subsidies that keep that same crisis alive. Last year, Boaz delivered the award-winning #WeatherKids campaign, which used children to deliver weather reports from the future, spotlighting the catastrophic consequences of global inaction on climate change and its impact on the next generations.Through these, and other, activations at the UN, Boaz continues to push the envelope on the kinds of communication we see when it comes to climate, more broadly, as well as shifting what's expected, and see as acceptable, when it comes to the messaging coming out of the most significant organization on the planet.Prior to joining UNDP, Boaz worked as a TV journalist for almost two decades, covering conflicts, natural disasters, and human-interest stories across Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Europe, first for the BBC, then for Reuters, where he worked as Executive Producer for TV News.Amongst other things, Boaz and I discussed the essential components of great climate campaigns, what happens behind the scenes to bring groundbreaking activations to life, and how the element of surprise can help us break through the noise.Additional links:Watch the #Don'tChooseExtinction campaign filmFind out more about #WeatherKidsWatch Weather Kids on YouTubeCheck out Activista AgencySee more from the Framestore Production HouseExplore work from climate writer Casey RandDiscover Anzu in-game advertisingSee more work from The ArterySee Oli Frost annoy fossil fuel financiersCheck out the documentary film, The Game Changers

In this episode, we speak with Swetha Kolluri, who works on AI and Digital Innovations at the World Bank. Previously serving as Head of Experimentation at UNDP in India, Swetha has dedicated her career to applying frontier technologies to social and environmental challenges. With her background spanning rural development, data science, and sustainability initiatives across India and the US, she brings unique perspectives on transformative solutions using AI and cloud computing. In this conversation, Swetha shares insights from her work designing innovative development experiments, and her vision for how earth observation, citizen science and AI can address global challenges such as environmental degradation and climate change. She also shares some tips managing cloud costs for organisations who may have low resource bases. --- Sign-up for thriveGEO's Cloud-Native Geospatial 101 training and use the exclusive discount code CNGPODCAST - https://bit.ly/geospatial_cloud ---   More about Swetha: LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/swetha-kolluri/   Projects that Swetha mentioned in the episode: GeoAI for brick kilns in India. This digital innovation applied AI to detect 48,287 brick kilns from satellite data with an accuracy of 96%, empowering environmental regulators in India to expedite climate action.  https://geo-ai.undp.org.in/   DiCRA (Data in Climate Resilient Agriculture) is an accredited digital public good (DPG) that has democratized satellite data for informing climate finance in agriculture. This innovation provided data and intelligence on climate resilience across 50 million hectares of agriculture land across 7 states in India. https://github.com/undpindia/dicra   ‘VAYU – OpenAir' with open software, open algorithms and open data collected on air pollution produced through hyperlocal mapping of air pollution in two cities - Patna and Gurgaon. This dataset is used to map point sources of air pollution and enable cities take action on specific sources.  https://github.com/undpindia/VAYU_OpenAir   More about thriveGEO - https://thrivegeo.com/

In this episode, I speak with Sang Yeob Kim. Sang shares his experience growing up across cultures, being exposed to Latin America as a child. This planted the seed for him to return as an adult to work as a diplomat, initially working for Chile. In our conversation, Sang shares his secrets about navigating high stakes diplomacy at the UN and, at the other end of the spectrum, about delivering results in the field for the UNDP. This episode is full of pearls of wisdom and lessons learned in the real world, explained in beautiful stories and metaphors.Recorded on 19 February 2025.Connect with Sang on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/sangyeobkim.Instagram: @at.the.coalfaceAnd don't forget to subscribe to At the Coalface for new episodes every two weeks.Help us produce more episodes by becoming a supporter. Your subscription will go towards paying our hosting and production costs. Supporters get the opportunity to join behind the scenes during recordings, updates about the podcast, and my deep gratitude!Support the show

VOV1 - Trong khuôn khổ nhóm Đối tác Năng lượng Việt Nam (VEPG), phiên họp lần thứ 2 do Vụ Tiết kiệm năng lượng và Phát triển bền vững và Chương trình phát triển của Liên Hợp Quốc (UNDP) đồng chủ trì ngày 24/2/2025 tiếp tục đóng góp ý kiến nhằm hoàn thiện Dự thảo Luật SDNL TK&HQ (sửa đổi).

Lumea era oricum cu susul în jos, însă de când a început cel de-al doilea mandat al lui Donald Trump la Casa Albă, toate știrile par a fi scoase dintr-un scenariu de teatru absurd. Pentru ce se întâmplă azi și ce-ar putea să se întâmple mâine găsim explicații peste tot. Ce nu găsim, însă, este o însăilare a acestora cu un fir epic care să dea sens tuturor lucrurilor care nu au sens. Acesta este scopul ediției de față: să încercăm să punem în ordine cât mai mult din dezordinea informațională care ne înconjoară și care, ca un atac cibernetic DDoS care folosește forța brută, amorțește simțurile a din ce în ce mai mulți oameni. Pentru că lumea așa cum o știam a apus odată cu preluarea mandatului lui Trump, ne interesează deopotrivă ce se petrece în America, în Europa, în România și da, în Rusia, China și restul lumii.Această ediție este împărțită în două părți: Partea 1 setează și explică contextul geopolitic în care ne aflăm. Pentru asta Marian Hurducaș l-a avut alături peSorin Ioniță, Expert ȋn reforma administraţiei publice, dezvoltare şi politici locale; consultant al Consiliului Europei, Băncii Mondiale şi UNDP pe Europa de Est şi Balcani; fost reprezentant al României ȋn Comitetul Economic şi Social European (EESC); lector asociat al Maastrict School of Management (MSM). A terminat Institutul Politehnic Bucureşti (IPB); Master la Central European University (CEU), Budapesta; a fost Fulbright fellow la Georgetown University, Washington DC. Autor al volumului Deceniul furiei și indignării: Cum ne-au schimbat ultimii zece ani? Humanitas, 2021. CV-ul său integral pe expertforum.roPartea a doua va fi despre ideologiile din spate acțiunilor greu de înțeles la prima vedere, ale americanilor, și cum poate fi lumea modelată dacă acestea prin rădăcini mai mari. Mihnea Măruță, jurnalist (fost redactor-șef la Cotidianul, Adevărul, PressOne.ro, Clujeanul etc), profesor la FSAC din cadrul UBB, doctor în filosofie și autor al unui bestseller numit Identitea Virtuală, carte apărută la Editura HUMANITAS care s-a născut din căutările sale provocate de transformările majore pe care tehnologia și social media le generează în educație, în presă, în modul în care ne raportăm la noi înșine si în care funcționăm, ca societate. Dragoș Stanca, fondator Upgrade 100 și antreprenor tech, inițiatorul Ethical Media Alliance - proiect care își propune să disloce și să redirecționeze către presa independentă, bazată pe principii morale, etice și deontologice - adică jurnalism făcut în interes public, cel puțin 1% din total buget de publicitate cheltuit într-un an  pe piața locală.Multe explicații, cel puțin la nivel ideologic, am găsit într-un articol semnat de invitatul de azi, Mihnea Măruță, intitulat „Monarhia AI”, care se găsește pe Substack, în noul newsletter numit Upgrade in progress. Așadar, următoarele câteva zeci de minute avem pe meniu A.I., politica americană, ideologiile miliardarilor și bazele istorice ale acceleraționismului.Foarte, foarte pe scurt, articolul redactat de Mihnea spune 2 povești: - cea a Americii de astăzi, a miliardarilor cu care Donald Trump s-a înconjurat și a persoanelor cu care aceștia s-au înconjurat la rândul lor, - și povestea unor gânditori ce până nu de mult erau marginalizați, dar care, în era extremelor politice, au devenit din ce în ce mai relevanți.

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Day 1,087.Today, as the Munich Security Conference tops a critical diplomatic week for Ukraine, we examine the latest political manoeuvres, talk to the UN Senior Mine Action Advisor in Ukraine, and hear the latest on the underground war being waged in the occupied territories.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Dr. Jade McGlynn (War Studies Department of King's College). @DrJadeMcGlynn on X.With thanks to Paul Heslop (Senior Mine Action Advisor for the United Nations in Ukraine). @UNDP on X.Content Referenced:Munich Security Conference Live Blog (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/02/14/russia-ukraine-zelensky-putin-war-latest-news-munich/How Trump's Russia-Ukraine peace plan blindsided Europe (The Times):https://www.thetimes.com/uk/defence/article/nato-trump-ukraine-russia-peace-plan-gscjfhpm5Europe must respond to Trump ‘electroshock', says Macron (The Financial Times):https://www.ft.com/content/1ee43b51-9d3a-47d2-adf6-3315c38e1c38Trump has put the ball back in Putin's court on Ukraine (Lawrence Freedman in The Financial Times):https://www.ft.com/content/c81e2b9f-2ff5-4282-9f5a-8fa1a5b794daSam Greene's Analysis:https://x.com/samagreene/status/1890172987024027709Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Dominic hosts Wolf-Christian Paes on the podcast. They discuss the ethicality of arms trade, different definitions of a 'just war' and what the consequences are on the arms trade, illegal and legal arms trade, arms embargo's, amongst others. Tune in to hear a very articulated episode with lots of information about the arms trade!Wolf-Christian Paes is a Senior Fellow of Armed Conflict at the International Institute for Strategic Studies. He has more than two decades of experience of working on conflict and post-conflict settings with a focus on Security Sector Reform (SSR); Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) of ex-combatants and arms control. He is particularly interested in the proliferation of small arms and light weapons (SALW) to non-state armed groups. Based at IISS-Europe in Berlin, Wolf-Christian is part of the Conflict, Security, and Development Programme, where he leads a project on the effectiveness of non-military conflict resolution and stabilisation tools, in particular with regard to non-state armed groups. Wolf-Christian has also worked as a consultant for different development organisations including the World Bank, the European Union, UNDP, GIZ and KfW, advising on recovery and stabilisation programs in conflict and post-conflict environments. He is also a reserve officer of the German Air Force, where he serves as an arms control inspector with the Verification Centre of the German Armed Forces in Germany.The International Risk Podcast is a must-listen for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors, this weekly podcast dives deep into international relations, emerging risks, and strategic opportunities. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe's top risk consulting firms, the podcast brings together global experts to share insights and actionable strategies. Dominic's 20+ years of experience managing complex operations in high-risk environments, combined with his role as a public speaker and university lecturer, make him uniquely positioned to guide these conversations. From conflict zones to corporate boardrooms, he explores the risks shaping our world and how organizations can navigate them.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn for all our great updates.Tell us what you liked!

Today I'm joined in conversation by Brett Jenks, CEO of Rare, a solution orientated global conservation organisation with a distinctly human approach. Unlike our historical models of creating national parks that exclude humans to preserve nature, Rare refuses to view people as the problem, instead embracing them as partners in conservation that enables both people & nature to thrive.  Brett highlights several of Rare's established projects partnering with local communities around the world, giving them the support to become successful stewards of their own natural world. The Fish Forever project a community led approach to restore, protect & manage coastal seas across 8 countries & Lands For Life which teaches Regenerative Agriculture to farmers in Columbia.In this mindset shifting conversation Brett shares how Rare successfully utilises human behavioural insights into their groundbreaking ideas, including creating a video game that literally plants trees, the Climate Action Now App that empowers consumers & an innovative Impact Investment Fund to provide alternative financial backing for conservation.Brett left me truly inspired, imagining what is possible as we break free of traditional conservation models & embrace the unlimited potential available when humans remember their role as stewards & set our intention to work with the amazing wisdom Mother Nature has. Learn more about BrettBrett is the CEO of Rare, a nonprofit that has led environmental conservation projects for 50 years & impacted the lives of millions, helping people & nature thrive together through community-led efforts across 60 countries. Brett was a journalist and film producer before he traveled to Costa Rica in 1992 for a government-partnered English teaching program. There, he designed an award-winning local ecotourism program for Rare and rose through the ranks to become CEO in 2000.   Under Brett's leadership, Rare has grown 3,000% and expanded its budgets to $30M. He notably scaled Rare's Fish Forever program of revitalizing coastal fisheries to reach 2,000 communities across 8 countries, and launched partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and companies like Bloomberg Philanthropies, Meta, Netflix, UNDP, and Nat Geo.He has dedicated 20+ years to changing the behavioral approach to conservation. His views have featured across major publications like The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. In 2017, he was awarded the Rose-Walters Prize for Global Environmental Activism. Website: https://rare.org/Support the showThank you for being part of this journey with me, please Subscribe so you don't miss our future episodes, leave a review & share with friends to help these messages ripple out across the world. More information about the Podcast & our host Fiona MacKay: Fiona Mackay Photography WebsiteConnect with us & join the conversation on social media:Instagram @FionaMacKayPhotographyFacebook @FionaMacKayPhotographyTwitter @FiMacKay

The UN estimates that the annual financing gap for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is in the trillions of dollars. The Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance estimates developing countries' investment needs to address climate change and the energy transition at $3.2 trillion a year by 2035, excluding China.   Closing these gaps will require private sector investment, and in this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we're talking with Sebnem Sener, the Head of Private Finance for the SDGs at the UN Development Programme (UNDP) Sustainable Finance Hub. She explains the challenges and opportunities of bringing in private capital to address sustainability challenges like climate change, stressed food systems and poverty.  "We work at UNDP in many different ways to unlock the private capital that goes beyond profit and that actively contributes to sustainable growth for people and planet," Sebnem says.   At the same time, she notes that the private sector should not function like philanthropy.   “Profitability needs to be there,” she says.  Read research from S&P Global Sustainable1 on the need for climate finance: https://www.spglobal.com/esg/insights/featured/special-editorial/narrowing-the-climate-finance-gap-will-take-more-action-from-banks  Listen to our interview with Marcos Neto, Assistant Secretary General and Director of the UNDP's Bureau of Policy and Programme Support here: https://www.spglobal.com/esg/podcasts/un-official-says-credibility-of-climate-cops-at-stake-heading-into-2025  Join us to celebrate the 7th season of this podcast with a live event in NYC on Feb. 6. Register here: https://events.spglobal.com/event/075966b7-f60b-4a45-b489-c35e954d8baf/summary-full-event-info-?RefId=S1EMAIL     This piece was published by S&P Global Sustainable1, a part of S&P Global.            Copyright ©2025 by S&P Global    DISCLAIMER    By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, S&P GLOBAL does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of S&P GLOBAL. S&P GLOBAL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. Moreover, S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.    S&P GLOBAL EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. 

From answering questions from cabinet ministers, academics and students on climate change, substance abuse and the law to children's inquiries about her "birth" and links to God, Sophia, the world-famous robot, won hearts at an innovation fair in Zimbabwe. Boasting the ability to mimic facial expressions, hold human-like conversations with people, and recognize their gestures, Sophia is "a global icon" of artificial intelligence, according to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), which brought her to the southern African country. She was created by Hong Kong-based Hanson Robotics in 2016 and granted Saudi Arabian citizenship in 2017, becoming the world's first robot citizen. It was the first time Zimbabwe hosted a robot of her kind, and she wowed the old and the young alike at the University of Zimbabwe in the capital, Harare. She was there as a special guest at a week-long Artificial Intelligence and Innovation event. She smiled, frowned, used hand gestures to drive home certain points, made eye contact in various one-on-one interactions and gave some unnatural pauses. She assured people that robots are not here to harm or take over from humans. But she was quick to differentiate herself from humans when conversations appeared to become too personal. "I don't have romantic feelings towards humans, my purpose is learning," said Sophia. But she did apologize when one participant chided her for seemingly avoiding looking at him. Sophia also appeared patient as both adults and children mobbed her for selfies and bombarded her with questions, although she would also fire back with inquiries of her own about what locals were doing to solve the problems besetting them. On the event's last day, she exhibited her fashion sense. She smiled and expressed appreciation for being clothed in the country's national dress, a black, long slit number complemented by chevron stripes in red, green and white. UNDP said it hoped Sophia's engagement would "inspire Zimbabwe's youth to explore careers in AI and STEM fields." This article was provided by The Associated Press.

Vifo vitokanavyo na baridi Gaza vinazuilika, usitishaji mapigano na misaada ndio jawabu: UN.Tuhuma za uchawi dhidi ya wanawake Papua New Guinea zapatiwa  ‘muarobaini' na UNDP.Makala ni kuhusu Gibson Kawago, mwanzilishi wa kampuni ya WAGA akizungumzia kuanzisha vifaa vya kuchaji magari ya umeme Tanzania.Mashinani ni IFAD Zimbabwe. 

Kila mwaka, mamia ya wanawake nchini Papua New Guinea, taifa la visiwani katika bahari ya Pasifiki, hushutumiwa kimakosa kuwa ni wachawi. Matokeo yake hukumbwa na ukatili miongoni mwa wanajamii. Hata hivyo Umoja wa Mataifa kupitia shirika lake la Mpango wa Maendeleo duniani, UNDP nchini humo, limechukua hatua.Kiongozi mkubwa wa Kijiji chetu alifariki dunia, na tulipoenda kwenye maziko, ambapo kila mtu alisema sisi ni wachawi na tulikula moyo wake. Ni kauli ya Annabele, jina lake halisi limehifadhiwa kwa ajili ya usalama wake akielezea tuhuma zilizowakabili kwenye jamii yao ya jimbo la Enga nchini Papua New Guinea, hadi kushambuliwa kwa nondo za moto na nyumba zao kuteketezwa kwa moto. Video ya UNDP inamnukuu akisema kuwa walikuwa 9, ambapo wanne walifariki dunia na watano akiwemo Annabele, walinusurika, “kesho yake asubuhi Askofu na wenzake walifika, halikadhalika jeshi na polisi, na ndio walituokoa.” Askofu huyo Justine Soongie Dayosisi ya Wabag jimboni Enga anasema walipowachukua waliambiwa wahakikishe hawarudi kijijini, “sababu kubwa ya mtu kutuhumiwa ni jamii kukosa uelewa kuhusu chanzo cha kifo. Watu wengi hawafahamu kuwa mtu anaweza kufa kutokana na kiharusi. Watu wetu wa Enga watauliza ni nani amesababisha?” Annabelle baada ya kuokolewa alipelekwa hospitali na kupatiwa matibabu ambayo hata hivyo bado ana kovu na maumivu. Kisha walipelekwa nyumba salama zinazoendeshwa na Kanisa Katoliki kwa ufadhili wa UNDP, ambako waliishi kwa miezi takribani mitano wakipatiwa mavazi, malazi na chakula. Askofu Justine Soongie anasema,“baada ya miezi kadhaa hospitalini, tunarudi kwa familia na jamii na kuzungumza nao mara kadhaa. Tunawaelimisha kuwa ni kosa kumtuhumu mtu uchawi, kuna sheria, na hana pahala pengine pa kwenda, hivyo atarudi.” Jamii ilieleweshwa na Annabelle kwenye video anaonekana tayari yuko kijijini na sasa analima shamba na hata anasema hata mazao anayolima akivuna, anapika na wanajamii wanakula pamoja naye. 

Michael James Deus is Founder at MJSolar. MJSolar is a renewable energy company doing solar energy installation and trainings, Project SunShare - a blockchain-based sharing of power in communities, and electric bike conversions. Project SunShare received a financial grant from the DOST for development of the project. For the electric bike conversions, the UNDP is providing conversion kits, which one can avail to convert their bike into an electric bike. This episode is recorded at UC INTTO (University of the Cordilleras Innovation and Technology Transfer Office) in Baguio City. UC INTTO is a Technology Business Incubator in the University of the Cordilleras. 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My guest today is Aziza Ahmed, a Professor of Law and N. Neal Pike Scholar at the Boston University School of Law. She is also a Co-Director of BU Law's Program on Reproductive Justice. She joins me and UVA Law 3L, Nia Saunders, to discuss her new book Risk and Resistance: How Feminists Transformed the Law and Science of AIDS, forthcoming from Cambridge University Press in 2025. Prior to teaching, Professor Ahmed was a research associate at the Harvard School of Public Health Program on International Health and Human Rights. She came to that position after a Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowship where she worked with the International Community of Women Living with HIV/AIDS. Professor Ahmed was a member of the Technical Advisory Group on HIV and the Law convened by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and has been an expert for many institutions, including the American Bar Association and UNDP.Reading ListAhmed BioLinda C. McClain & Aziza Ahmed, The Routledge Companion to Gender and Covid-19 (2024)SCHOLARLY COMMONSNicole Huberfeld, Linda C. McClain & Aziza Ahmed,Rethinking Foundations and Analyzing New Conflicts: Teaching Law after Dobbs 17 Saint Louis University Journal of Health Law & Policy (2024). SCHOLARLY COMMONSAziza Ahmed, Dabney P. Evans, Jason Jackson, Benjamin Mason Meier & Cecília Tomori, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health: Undermining Public Health, Facilitating Reproductive Coercion 51 Journal of Law, Medicine & Ethics (2023)SCHOLARLY COMMONSAziza Ahmed, Feminist Legal Theory and Praxis after Dobbs: Science, Politics, and Expertise 34 Yale Journal of Law and Feminism (2023)SCHOLARLY COMMONSKrawiec Bio

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The UN's big annual climate change conference known as COP29 wrapped up in November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we sit down in Baku with Marcos Neto, Assistant Secretary General and Director of the UN Development Programme's Bureau of Policy and Programme Support.   Among other things, the UNDP helps countries develop their National Determined Contributions — plans for achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement that are updated every five years. The next round of NDCs is due in February 2025. In the interview, Marcos discusses key outcomes from COP29 related to climate finance, the outlook for NDCs and National Adaptation Plans, and the work the UNDP is doing in other areas such as helping countries with their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans, or NBSAPs.  Marcos also talks about the COP process and what is at stake heading into COP30, which is slated to take place in his hometown of Belém, Brazil in November 2025 and is already garnering a lot of attention.   “I am optimistic that history will be made in my hometown,” Marcos says. "Despite all the geopolitical troubles, despite the wars, despite everything else ... we have an opportunity in November next year to show that the UN matters, that multilateralism matters.”   2025 will also mark one decade since the Paris Agreement was signed — an important milestone, Marcos says. “If we have an agreement that 10 years on, cannot put us on the trajectory to 1.5 degrees, is it still credible?”   This piece was published by S&P Global Sustainable1, a part of S&P Global.      Copyright ©2024 by S&P Global   DISCLAIMER   By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, S&P GLOBAL does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of S&P GLOBAL. S&P GLOBAL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. Moreover, S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.   S&P GLOBAL EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. 

In this episode, we're hearing David Nicholson of Mercy Corps and Thomas Beloe from the UNDP talk human centred climate action. David Nicholson is the first-ever Chief Climate Officer at Mercy Corps. David joins us from the climate COP29 in Baku to share where he thinks business and human centred climate action have gotten to. Whilst Thomas Beloe, the Acting Director, Sustainable Finance Hub, UNDP records his piece shortly after the climate COP is finished and shares his thoughts on how climate action needs to move forward for everyone. Both provide insider views on what it was like at the climate COP in Baku, how we can take action, and the role business and others can play in helping tackle climate change. Mercy Corps' climate-related programs have reached 5.9 million people in 2023, with ambitions to extend this impact to over 20 million by supporting high-impact climate startups and advancing their Climate: Possible campaign. With over a decade of experience at Mercy Corps, David's work spans continents and industries—from carbon finance projects in Uganda to green business program development in Colombia. He's a driving force behind AgriFin, a groundbreaking initiative delivering digital solutions to over 7 million smallholder farmers across Africa, empowering them with tools like mobile banking, insurance products, and climate-smart agricultural advice. Whilst Thomas has more than 25 years of experience in providing policy advice to governments across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Pacific. Tom Beloe leads UNDP's Sustainable Finance Hub. In addition to global and regional roles on sustainable finance, Tom has also worked on governance, climate finance and responsible business practices. Previous to UNDP, Tom worked for think tanks, NGOs and the UK government's Department for International Development (DFID). He has a master's degree in Anthropology from Cambridge University and a Master's in Social Policy and Planning from the London School of Economics. Links: Thomas, Beloe, UNDP: https://www.undp.org/authors/thomas-beloe David Nicholson, Mercy Corps: https://www.mercycorps.org/en-gb/who-we-are/our-team/david-nicholson Business Fights Poverty, Climate Justice: https://businessfightspoverty.org/climate-and-business

Episode Title: World AIDS Day 2024: Human Rights In Action Against HIV Guests: Hon. Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, Deputy Minister Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, South Africa Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal, Director of the HIV and Health Group, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Description: In this powerful episode of A Shot in the Arm Podcast, host Ben Plumley dives deep into the intersection of human rights and global health with two inspiring leaders: Honorable Deputy Minister Steve Letsike from South Africa and Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal, head of HIV at the UN Development Programme (UNDP) — Together, they explore the evolving HIV response, challenges in addressing stigma and discrimination, and the critical role of governance and community leadership in achieving the global goal of ending AIDS as a public health crisis by 2030. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The Hon. Steve Letsike's transition from LGBTQ+ and HIV activist to a key governmental leader. Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal's insights on the UNDP's role in driving global change in HIV policies and human rights advocacy. How human rights are intrinsically linked to HIV prevention and care. The global and local implications of criminalization and stigma on HIV responses, with examples from countries like South Africa and Uganda. The significance of integrating diverse issues like gender-based violence, poverty, and structural inequalities into the fight against HIV. Key Moments: [00:01:08] Hon. Steve Letsike reflects on moving from activism to governance. [00:10:52] Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal discusses how governance and policies shape HIV responses globally. [00:22:22] Connecting human rights to effective HIV prevention and care strategies. [00:27:15] The balance between donor aid reliance and self-sustained national HIV programs. [00:30:22] The path toward achieving the goal of ending AIDS by 2030 and the obstacles that remain. Notable Quotes: "Governments belong to the people. We all have to contribute differently to achieve a just and equal society." - Hon. Steve Letsike "Without human rights, we won't realize the potential of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030." - Dr. Mandeep Dhaliwal   Subscribe for more episodes focusing on global health equity and innovation!   Follow us on Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts. #WorldAIDSDay2024 #EndAIDS2030 #HumanRights #GlobalHealth #UNAIDS #HIVAwareness #UNDP

UNDP's Financial Centres for Sustainability (FC4S) launched its 1.5° Partnership for Action on Climate Transition (PACT) programme during Finance Day at COP29 today to mobilize financial institutions in supporting Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) aligned with the 1.5°C target. In response to the growing urgency of the climate crisis, UNDP's FC4S will work towards driving climate action by mobilizing financial institutions to actively support the development and implementation of NDCs aligned with the 1.5°C target. PACT will work through local financial centres, including FC4S members, by leveraging existing relationships and data to facilitate dialogue between financial institutions and governments. By aligning the strategies of financial institutions with NDC targets, FC4S PACT will reinforce sustainable investment pathways and strengthen national climate action plans. Marcos Neto, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director of UNDP's Bureau of Policy and Programme Support stated, "With the launch of FC4S 1.5° PACT, we're empowering financial centres to turn ambitious climate commitments into measurable progress. This programme will provide financial institutions with advanced tools and collaborative frameworks essential for impactful and transparent transition finance strategies aligned with national and global climate goals." Core Elements of FC4S PACT: Transition Finance Review: Providing a comprehensive assessment of the current state of transition finance at the financial centre level. NDC Target Analysis: Assessing the alignment of private sector commitments with NDC targets, identifying gaps, and providing actionable insights for policy reforms. Financial Centre Transition Finance Plans: Developing a Milestone-Based Roadmap and Finance Tracker/Dashboard to support financial centres in achieving NDC targets and facilitating climate transition. Forum for Action on Climate Transition (FACT): A platform to share best practices, linked with international policy cooperation forums such as the G20, G7, APEC, ASEAN, UNDP SIF, and the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action. Oscar Njuguna, Group's Director, Sustainability at The Equity Bank and FC4S Co-chair, stated, "We are excited to launch FC4S 1.5° PACT, bringing together the frameworks, data, and partnerships needed to empower institutions with credible transition strategies aligned with the NDCs. FC4S is committed to driving not just progress but also purpose, through equipping the financial sector with the tools to create solutions that integrate climate resilience into sustainable economic growth." FC4S 1.5° PACT is further strengthened by the support of key partners, including KPMG. Mike Hayes, Global Climate and Decarbonization Leader, KPMG added, "This initiative has our full support as it will help to address one of the critical issues on the climate agenda which is to create alignment between national level corporate transition plans and country NDCs. This is about creating a new dynamic using financial centres which will increase both corporate and country level ambition and action." More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

 Thomas Legrand is a wisdom's seeker, a social scientist and sustainability practitioner. He is the author of the internationally acclaimed book “Politics of Being. Wisdom and Science for a New Development Paradigm” (2022), an invitation to radically rethink our model of development, which received the Grand Prize of the Nautilus Book Award in 2024. His spiritual journey began at the age of 23 with an encounter with native spirituality in Mexico, before embracing the wisdom of a wide range of traditions and practices, including meditation, energetic healing and Tai-chi-chuan. He lives with his wife and their two young daughters near Plum Village, the monastery of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in the South West of France, his country. He is currently the Lead Technical Advisor for the UNDP-convened Conscious Food Systems Alliance. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded November 9, 2024

Boeing workers have voted to continue their strike, with 64 percent of them rejecting the latest offer that included a 35 percent wage hike over four years. The strike, now running for nearly six weeks, is worsening the planemaker's already dire financial situation. Boeing logged more than $6 billion in net loss in the latest quarter. But first, the UNDP warns that Lebanon's economy could shrink as much as 9.2 percent in 2024 if the war continues through the end of the year. 

Our guest in this episode is a scholar and peacebuilder who knows the world of peacebuilding intimately, and offers a critique from the inside. Qamar-ul Huda is the author of Reenvisioning Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in Islam, published in April 2024. He's worked for major players like the US Institute of Peace and the UN Development Program. He served in the Obama Administration as Senior Policy Advisor to Secretary of State John Kerry, and is now a professor of International Affairs at the US Naval Academy.In this conversation, Huda shares a refreshingly positive perspective on the possibility of peace in Islamic countries, rooted in his deep understanding of Islamic religion and cultures. In his book, he reflects on some of the mistakes made in the early years of the War on Terror, by the US government, and other international actors.  He says many of these mistakes were rooted in seeing peacebuilding as a secular project, which failed to acknowledge the conflict resolution tools and ethics that exist in Islamic tradition. And he says this thinking continues to influence foreign policy to this day. He also highlights more constructive examples of conflict resolution in the Muslim world.   ABOUT THE SHOW The Making Peace Visible podcast is hosted by Jamil Simon and produced by Andrea Muraskin, with help from Faith McClure. Steven Youngblood is Director of Education for Making Peace Visible. Learn more at makingpeacevisible.org Support this podcast Connect on social:Instagram @makingpeacevisibleLinkedIn @makingpeacevisibleX (formerly Twitter) @makingpeaceviz We want to learn more about our listeners. Take this 3-minute survey to help us improve the show!

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Subscribe to our Clean Energy Africa newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/dc168bd41a97/sign-up-hereRecorded live during the Energy Access Investment Forum in May, this 2 part mini-series covers the African Mini-Grid Program (AMP). The AMP is a USD 50 million country-led technical assistance program designed to stimulate the solar-battery mini-grids market to boost electricity access in 21 countries, its mission is to enhance economic development and improve livelihoods through increased financial investment and innovative business models.The first episode in the seriesFor feedback and inquiries please reach out to the podcast team: energytalkpodcast@gmail.com  The Energy Talk is a platform dedicated to telling the energy transition story of Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing first on the perspective of Financiers, Policymakers, and Operators devoted to pushing the continent towards a sustainable energy future. This podcast is hosted by Olubunmi Olajide and produced by Chigozie Ubah.

In this enlightening discussion, Sebnem Sener, Head of Private Finance for the SDGs at United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Sustainable Finance Hub, provides a nuanced analysis of the vast financial gap preventing the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The current $4.2 trillion annual financing shortfall is daunting, yet Sener emphasizes that this represents merely 1% of global wealth, urging the private sector to increase investments in SDG-aligned projects, particularly in emerging markets. Sener explains the central role of the UNDP's Sustainable Finance Hub in mobilizing private capital to where it is most needed, highlighting the strategic use of the organization's global network of 170 country offices. This network provides critical local insight, market intelligence, and an understanding of country-specific policy priorities, which are essential for identifying SDG-aligned investment opportunities. A core theme of the conversation is the challenge of managing both financial and impact risks. Sener stresses the importance of impact management systems, urging businesses to consider impact risks on par with financial risks. She illustrates this by recounting her engagement with a maternity clinic in Tanzania, where environmental concerns around medical waste had to be addressed alongside the clinic's primary goal of improving maternal health. Sener's example demonstrates how embedding impact management frameworks into business operations can mitigate negative outcomes and enhance the overall sustainability of investments. The interview also sheds light on the critical issue of perceived risk in emerging markets, where investors often hesitate due to political instability, economic volatility, and regulatory uncertainty. Sener argues that these risks can be addressed through innovative financial instruments such as blended finance, guarantees, and green bonds, which help to de-risk investments and attract private capital. Deal origination remains a significant hurdle in emerging markets, and Sener introduces the SDG Investor Map as a vital tool for overcoming this challenge. The map helps identify areas ripe for investment by aligning with country-specific development needs and successful business models. The SDG Investor Map draws on the on-the-ground intelligence from UNDP's country offices, which play a pivotal role in vetting businesses and ensuring that they are truly aligned with SDG objectives, thus enhancing credibility for investors. Sener's insights also emphasize the importance of collaboration. The financial ecosystem for impact is broad and diverse, encompassing not only global banks and institutions but also regional and domestic investors whose efforts often go unnoticed. This intricate network, facilitated by UNDP, creates a more fluid and inclusive market for sustainable investments. Looking ahead, Sener remains cautiously optimistic. While the progress toward the SDGs is far from sufficient—only 15% of targets are on track—the realignment of financial systems to embed sustainability at their core presents a promising pathway forward. For Sener, the solution lies in rethinking how businesses operate, ensuring sustainability is at the heart of decision-making processes. Throughout the conversation, Sener's wealth of experience, from her time advising HM Queen Máxima of the Netherlands to her current role at UNDP, shines through. Her understanding of financial inclusion and sustainable finance, combined with her optimism for the future, presents a compelling vision for how the private sector can play a transformative role in achieving the SDGs. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 250+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. 

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