Al Farabi Kazakh National University reinforces commitment towards global citizenship
11 June 2018 - United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) member institution Al Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU), in partnership with the Almaty Cluster Office of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO Almaty), has designed and implemented a course on Globalization and Global Citizenship.
#SDGsinAcademia: Goal 6
As part of the ongoing campaign on the Sustainable Development Goals carried out by the United Nations, United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is presenting a weekly series of articles on #SDGSinAcademia that highlights the importance of higher education in achieving the Goals. Featuring additional sources for use by faculty and students alike, this series is intended to inspire action on the SDGs and showcase activities and initiatives of UNAI member institutions.
4 June 2018 - This week we are featuring in our #SDGsinAcademia series Goal 6: Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
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Connections between educational institutions and the SDGs discussed with civil society
The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) recently had an opportunity to present to the NGO Committee on Sustainable Development-NY (NGOCSD-NY) its work with academic institutions in promoting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The NGOCSD-NY monitors the implementation of commitments and agreements related to sustainable development. Recently, the NGOCSD-NY launched the SDGs Education Alliance to promote the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into all levels of education.
#SDGsinAcademia: Goal 5
As part of the ongoing campaign on the Sustainable Development Goals carried out by the United Nations, United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is presenting a weekly series of articles on #SDGSinAcademia that highlights the importance of higher education in achieving the Goals. Featuring additional sources for use by faculty and students alike, this series is intended to inspire action on the SDGs and showcase activities and initiatives of UNAI member institutions.
29 May 2018 - This week we are featuring in our #SDGsinAcademia series Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
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Forecast of the World Economy featured in new UN report
29 May 2018 - The Economic Analysis and Policy Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) launched this month the World Economic Situation and Prospects as of mid-2018.
According to the study, short-term prospects for the world economy have continued to improve, the world gross product is expected to expand by at least 3.2% and the world trade growth has been accelerated.
However there are some areas are of concern such as rising geopolitical and trade tensions as well as increased uncertainty over monetary policies in developed economies. Plus, some countries and regions face various challenges.
The relationship between these numbers and the risks for developing countries and potential impacts on the Sustainable Development Goals, are also featured in the report, which states that stronger economic growth in itself is not sufficient.
The full report can be seen here:
Role of universities in global citizenship addressed during seminar at UN Headquarters
With the collaboration of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) member institution Al Farabi Kzakh National University (KazNU) co-organized the event entitled Educating younger generations on global citizenship through intercultural literacy that recently took place at United Nations Headquarters in New York. This article features some highlights of the event.
#SDGsinAcademia: Goal 4
As part of the ongoing campaign on the Sustainable Development Goals carried out by the United Nations, United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is presenting a weekly series of articles on #SDGSinAcademia that highlights the importance of higher education in achieving the Goals. Featuring additional sources for use by faculty and students alike, this series is intended to inspire action on the SDGs and showcase activities and initiatives of UNAI member institutions.
21 May 2018 - This week we are featuring in our #SDGsinAcademia series Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
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United Nations projects an increase in the world's urban population
17 May 2018 - The Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) launched yesterday the 2018 Revision of World Urbanization Prospects.
The study observes that future increases in the size of the world's urban population are expected to be highly concentrated in just a few countries.
Moreover, the report highlights that today 55% of the world's population lives in urban areas, a proportion that is expected to increase to 68% by 2050.
It is also shown that by 2030, the world is projected to have 43 megacities with more than 10 million inhabitants, most of them in developing regions.
These studies have been issued regularly since 1988 with revised estimates and projections of the urban and rural populations for all countries of the world, and of their major urban agglomerations.
The main findings of this new report can be seen here:
#SDGsinAcademia: Goal 3
As part of the on-going campaign on the Sustainable Development Goals carried out by the United Nations, United Nations Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is presenting a weekly series of articles on #SDGSinAcademia that highlights the importance of higher education in achieving the Goals. Featuring additional sources for use by faculty and students alike, this series is intended to inspire action on the SDGs and showcase activities and initiatives of UNAI member institutions.
07 May 2018 - This week we are featuring in our #SDGsinAcademia series Goal 3: Ensure ehealthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
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University students find solutions to achieve SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation
In collaboration with Lehigh University, the American Association of University Women and the New York Office of the United Nations Environment Programme, the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) co-organized the Students Seeking Solutions Conference: SDG 6 Challenge that recently took place at United Nations Headquarters in New York. This article features highlights of the event as reported by Jordan Davis, a student at Lehigh University.
On Chinese Language Day: Education in China and the SDGs
Multilingualism is considered by the United Nations as a key to accomplish its aims and purposes and to improve communication and understanding among peoples.
14 May 2018 - A panel discussion on Education in China and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals took place at United Nations Headquarters in New York on 20 April 2018 with the participation of Chinese scholars as well as representatives of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in New York.
Partnership between universities and local governments featured in START seminar
The importance of academia for achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is crucial, as shown by the activities and initiatives undertaken by member institutions of the United Nations Nations Academic Impact (UNAI).
11 May 2018 - The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) hosted a seminar on 10 April 2018 at United Nations Headquarters in New York that addressed partnerships in the state of Kerala, India between educational institutions and local governments in support of sustainable development. The seminar focused on meeting the essential needs of the most vulnerable and marginalized communities.
Global security challenges discussed at Model UN hosted by Al Farabi Kazakh National University
While the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) is not involved as such in Model United Nations, numerous UNAI member institutions conduct or host such activities. Among these Al Farabi Kazakh National University, which recently hosted the International Student Conference Model UN - New Silk Way-2018. For more information on Model United Nations, please visit the dedicated website of the United Nations Department of Public Information. The report below was prepared by students of Al Farabi Kazakh National University.
CTAUN Conference focused on the protection of children
10 May 2018 - The Committee on Teaching About the United Nations (CTAUN)—a long-time partner of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) initiative—held its 19th Annual Conference last month at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Over 600 educators from the United States and other countries took part in the meeting.
The mission of CTAUN is to provide educators with opportunities to learn about the United Nations and support them in incorporating global awareness into curricula and school activities.
2018 United Nations Global Citizenship Education Seminar
With the collaboration of the Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU), the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) co-organized the 2018 United Nations Global Citizenship Education Seminar that recently took place at United Nations Headquarters in New York. This article features highlights of the event as reported by Andrey Makiyevskiy, an undergraduate student at New York University.