Understanding the ocean is critical for protecting our climate, sustaining biodiversity, and supporting the livelihoods of over 3 billion people.
Three-quarters of seafloor remains unmapped, and hundreds of thousands of marine species are yet to be identified, reminding us that the ocean is one of the least understood parts of our planet. Over are deepening our understanding of this vital system and safeguard its future.
The 2025 International Day of Education, themed “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,†promotes reflection on how education allows individuals and communities to understand and navigate technological advances. As computer and AI-driven systems become more sophisticated, the distinction between human intent and machine-driven action often becomes unclear. This raises important questions about maintaining, redefining, and ideally enhancing human agency in an era of rapid technological change. Today, the UN is holding two events to mark the day ( and ).
The women from the Novo Airão Artisans Association have gained business skills through the , a collaboration with , LVMH, and the Fundação Vitória Amazônica. This support has enabled them to earn a living from their handicrafts and achieve economic independence. By attracting visitors and selling their creations, they not only secure a steady income but also preserve their cultural heritage. Using natural materials like arumã fibres and bacaba stems, they create beautiful pieces that honor their traditions and promote responsible resource use.
The study of logic, which examines the principles of reasoning, has been significant throughout history, influencing philosophy and science. Despite its undeniable importance to the progress of knowledge, science and technology, public awareness of logic remains limited. In collaboration with the (CIPSH), 's (14 January) seeks to highlight the history and practical implications of logic for both interdisciplinary science communities and the general public.
Marine biodiversity is vital for a healthy ocean and initiatives like Marine Life 2030 and the Global Fund for Coral Reefs are working to protect and restore it from various threats.
As the UN's "," serves as a unique forum for global discussion and innovation. We've gathered the highlights in one video to inspire thought leaders, young people, and national delegates to share knowledge and drive transformative change.
On 26 December 2004, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake in Sumatra triggered the deadliest tsunami in recorded history. The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was a global wake-up call, claiming over 227,000 lives in 15 countries. For the past 20 years, the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO has worked to better understand tsunamis, prepare coastal communities, and raise the alarm when waves occur. Today, 20 years after the Boxing Day tsunami, the Global Tsunami Warning System spans the Pacific, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, Caribbean, and North-East Atlantic regions. When a significant sea-level disturbance is detected, it sends fast and accurate alerts to coastal communities, reducing response times and saving lives worldwide.
The video highlights how AI and digital tools can address challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS), promoting sustainable development, disaster resilience, and governance.
UNESCO explores it's policy brief on data-invisible groups, highlighting challenges in AI deployment, algorithmic bias, and the need for ethical, inclusive practices.
Mauro Colagreco, a Michelin-starred chef and , launches 'Seeds for the Future' at to promote sustainable food practices and education.
The 2024 highlights the vital role of minority artists and human rights defenders in promoting understanding and empathy through creativity. This year’s awards honored five winners: Bianca Broxton (USA), Joel Pérez Hernández (Mexico), Francis Estrada (Philippines), Laowu Kuang (China), and youth laureate Jayatu Chakma (Bangladesh), with honorable mentions for André Fernandes (Brazil), Maganda Shakul (Uganda), and Chuu Wai (Myanmar). Organized in partnership with several civil society organizations and the City of Geneva, the contest's theme, Memory in the Present, focuses on the artistic exploration of memory and memorialization by minority artists worldwide.
Educational forests in Bolivia blend formal education with indigenous knowledge, promoting environmental awareness and cultural preservation.
Xantolo is the Huastec celebration of the dead, observed during the All-Saints festivities in the Huasteca region of Mexico, encompassing Veracruz, Tamaulipas, San Luis PotosÃ, Puebla, Hidalgo, Querétaro, and Guanajuato. A key feature of the festival is the Parranda or Comparsa of Huehues, where participants embody wisdom and connection to both living and deceased community members. From October 31 to November 4, the Huehues, sustained by community offerings and aguardiente, wear their costumes without removal until a purification ritual on November 4. The Huasteca region showcases three styles of Huehues, with the most colorful representations found in San Vicente Tancuayalab, influenced by Veracruz's Afro-Mexican roots, alongside unique celebrations in San MartÃn Chalchicuatla and Chapulhuacanito, each with distinct origins and traditions.
The advances crucial science to better understand and protect the ocean, ensuring a sustainable future for all.
Every first Thursday of November marks the International day against violence and bullying at school which highlights global efforts to combat school violence and cyberbullying.
