UNGSC was pleased to host the United Nations – European Union Planning Workshop aimed at enhancing understanding of respective structures and planning processes to facilitate mutual operational support in the field.
The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) congratulates UNISFA on the success of its first in-house M-UAS Remote Operator course.
With a high success rate of 94%, 18 civilian and uniformed personnel hailing from diverse battalions gained “invaluable insights and practical techniques significantly boosting UNISFA's UAS capacities and capabilities,” according to Salim Chehab, UNISFA’s Chief Field Technology Section (FTS).
2024 marks the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC). Building on three decades of experience, as well as on the staff’s recognized expertise and dedication to service excellence, the organization is positioned to strengthen its efforts towards the United Nations goals.
Digital pollution is a growing concern, with data centers considered among “the most energy-intensive building types,” according to the US Department of Energy, “consuming 10 to 50 times the energy per floor space of a typical commercial office building.1”
As part of the multiple efforts that UNGSC is making to proactively contribute to Gender equality, UNGSC was pleased to host a training aimed at strengthening the capacity of UNGSC staff to analyze technical and logistical work from a gender lens and to formulate actionable strategies that address gender inequalities.
The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) was pleased to welcome representatives from the European Union, European External Action Service (EEAS), Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC) for a presentation and tour of UNGSC’s Brindisi Base.
How do we create a future free from violence against women and girls?
Let’s start with a simple action, wearing orange.
Orange is the chosen color for the annual global campaign “UNiTE to End Violence against Women.” The UNiTE campaign urges individuals worldwide to wear this bright color, symbolizing optimism and the commitment to a future free from violence against women and girls.
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS): A Force Multiplier for Peace and Humanitarian Efforts
The use of UAS by military forces increased globally over the past decades, with numerous countries, as well as non-State armed groups, adopting or expanding their UAS fleets, according to the Center for Strategic & International Studies.[1] However, in the context of peace operations, their use was minimal, due, in part, to their prohibitive cost.
Amidst growing environmental crises, the urgency to adopt sustainable practices is greater than ever. Supply chain operations and the environment are inextricably linked, and it's no secret that traditional linear supply chains can produce enormous amounts of waste.
The United Nations system is engaged in a digital transformation. However, technology alone is not enough. Building the capacity of staff to take full advantage of new technological tools is critical. The United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) is supporting this process, working closely with field missions and other partners to tailor digital technology solutions to their unique needs and ensuring they possess the skillsets to utilize them.