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UNESCO HIGHLIGHTS EDUCATION AS A FORCE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

UNESCO capitalizes on the G20 meeting in Brazil to deliver the message that more
investment is needed for education. There is a global crisis in the quality and
equity of education, but transformation is possible, and is a pathway to
economic growth and peace.
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BRAZIL, UNESCO AND THE UN LAUNCH GLOBAL INITIATIVE FOR INFORMATION INTEGRITY ON
CLIMATE CHANGE

During the G20 in Rio de Janeiro, the Brazilian government, UNESCO and the
United Nations launched a joint effort Tuesday to strengthen research and
measures to address disinformation seeking to delay and derail climate action.
The Global Initiative for Information Integrity on Climate Change is an
important intervention to boost support for urgent climate action at a time when
scientists are warning that the world is running out of time.

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DECISIVE LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION URGENTLY NEEDED

The new findings in the 2024/5 Global Education Monitoring Report: Lead for
learning just released show that adolescents are less likely to be able to read
with understanding now than a decade ago. 

The number of children out-of-school has only fallen by 1% since 2015. Today,
251 million children and youth remain out of school worldwide, while 650 million
leave school without a secondary school certificate. 

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#SHARINGHUMANITY IS ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY TO SERVE EVERYONE

#SharingHumanity calls for open science and the free flow of ideas. How do we
promote ethical and equitable access to technology and science? 

The answer is by #SharingHumanity. 

Thank you Felipe Neto for joining our mission to share the solutions that can
lead to a brighter future for all. 

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The answer is by #SharingHumanity. Thank you, Felipe Neto, for joining our
mission to share the solutions that can lead to a brighter future for all.
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DELIVERING IN TIMES OF CRISIS

UNESCO's action in the Gaza Strip / Palestine
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Literacy and Competence
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country’s largest island
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Trinidad and Tobago Through the Arts
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UNESCO'S IMPACT IN BRIEF

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of the world.

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OUR MISSION

UNESCO has main priorities for the achievement of the Sustainable Development
Goals and the improvement of the human condition.
Mobilize education to transform lives

Ensure quality equitable and inclusive education and promote lifelong learning

Reconcile with the living

Protect the environment through knowledge sharing, good behavior and respect for
biodiversity

Foster science & technology in the service of humanity

Encourage Open Science and the free flow of ideas, while developing ethical
standards of AI and Neurosciences

Promote inclusion & mutual understanding

Build inclusive societies by promoting respect & tolerance, fight against
racism, hate speech & mis/disinformation


OUR VISION : #SHARINGHUMANITY

Since wars begin in the minds of men and women, it is in the minds of men and
women that peace must be built. UNESCO uses education, science, culture,
communication and information to foster mutual understanding and respect for our
planet. We work to strengthen the intellectual and moral solidarity of humankind
and bring out the best in our shared humanity.

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BUILDING A STRONGER MULTILATERALISM

UNESCO stands on the frontline of international cooperation, in close
coordination with sister agencies of the UN System, and as a privileged partner
of the Group of 20 (G20). UNESCO shares knowledge, data and expertise to
strengthen global coordination in the field of education, the sciences, culture,
communication and information, supporting all Member States in the face of
current global challenges. 

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19 November 2024
G20: Leaders’ Summit: Brazil, UNESCO and UN launch Global Initiative for
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19 November 2024
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