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SUMMARY:Live Q&A: Youth Solidarity Fund Call for Applications
DESCRIPTION:In December 2020\, UNAOC launched the Call for Applications for the ninth edition of the Youth Solidarity Fund\, inviting youth-led organizations to submit project proposals that seek to promote peace and social inclusion through improved understanding\, respect\, and collaboration across borders\, cultures\, faiths\, and beliefs.  \nThe application process may seem daunting\, but we are here to help! UNAOC is organizing a Facebook live to address some of the most common questions and help you through the process. You may submit your questions in advance on social media by using the hashtags #YouthSolidarityFund and/or #UNAOCyouth. \nJoin the YSF Live Q&A Here
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/ysf-live/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications,UNAOC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210125T200000
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CREATED:20210125T195908Z
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UID:29181-1611601200-1611604800@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Park East Synagogue and UN International Holocaust Remembrance Virtual Service
DESCRIPTION:Click Here to View the Virtual Service Download the Agenda
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/park-east-synagogue-and-un-international-holocaust-remembrance-virtual-service/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210127T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210125T163328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T163508Z
UID:29176-1611738900-1611745200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:B’nai B’rith Annual U.N. Holocaust Remembrance Event
DESCRIPTION:The B’nai B’rith International’s Office of U.N. Affairs will celebrate the annual Holocaust Remembrance event on the International Day to Commemorate the Victims of the Holocaust\, January 27. \nB’nai B’rith CEO Dan Mariaschin will be joined this year by U.N. High Representative to the Alliance of Civilizations and newly-declared focal point on anti-Semitism\, Miguel Angel Moratinos\, for a discussion on global anti-Semitism. \nThe event will begin at 9:15 a.m. ET.
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/bnai-brith-annual-u-n-holocaust-remembrance-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20210204T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20210204T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210203T164047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T192313Z
UID:29281-1612427400-1612429200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:A Celebration of Human Fraternity: Virtual Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity cordially invites you to attend a virtual Celebration of Human Fraternity on 4 February\, 2021\, 5:30pm GST (8:30am EST). \nJoin us as we recognize the honorees of the 2021 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity\, and to commemorate the first United Nations International Day of Human Fraternity. \nThe Zayed Award recognizes the institutions and community of people who are spreading the work of human fraternity and coexistence around the world. It was inspired by the Document on Human Fraternity which was signed by His Eminence the Grand Imam Dr. Ahmed El-Tayeb and His Holiness Pope Francis on February 4\, 2019 in Abu Dhabi\, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. \nThis year\, these two symbols of humanity will once again convene alongside notable leaders from around the world. Together\, we will take the opportunity to reflect on the exceptional accomplishments of this year’s honorees\, and those that inspire us in their daily work — reviving and bringing to life the values of human fraternity across peoples.\nCelebrate with us at www.zayedaward.org on 4 February\, 2021\, at 5:30 PM GST. \nWith peace\,\nThe Higher Committee for Human Fraternity \n\n\nhttps://www.unaoc.org/wp-content/uploads/d378bfc3-ccaa-440b-8d6f-d144c7a40040.mp4\n\nWATCH LIVE \n04 FEBRUARY 2021\n5:30—6:00 PM GST\n8:30-9:00 AM EST/New York Time \nWebsite:\nwww.zayedaward.org
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/a-celebration-of-human-fraternity-virtual-ceremony/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210204T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210122T162456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T172803Z
UID:29166-1612436400-1612441800@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:The International Day of Human Fraternity: A Pathway to the Future
DESCRIPTION:In Commemoration of the World Interfaith Harmony Week\n\nCo-organized by the Permanent Mission of Egypt to the United Nations and The Permanent Mission of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations in partnership with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and sponsorship of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity\n \nIn recognition of the moral imperatives of all religions\, convictions and beliefs to call for peace\, tolerance and mutual understanding\, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the first week of February every year the World Interfaith Harmony Week through the unanimous adoption of resolution A/RES/65/5 World Interfaith Harmony Week in 2010. Since the adoption of the resolution\, many UN Member States\, UN entities\, faith actors and relevant entities re-iterate their commitment to spreading the messages of interfaith harmony and goodwill in the world’s churches\, mosques\, synagogues\, temples and other places of worship during that week\, based on love of God and love of one’s neighbor or on love of the good and love of one’s neighbor\, each according to their own religious traditions or convictions. \nThe COVID-19 pandemic has put to the test our shared human values. It laid bare deep-rooted inequalities in our societies. Communities were divided across religious\, ethnic and cultural lines. Growing religious hatred\, stigma and manifestations of various forms of discrimination against vulnerable communities including minorities risk undermining global efforts to recover and rebuild better. This phenomenon is an affront to the values and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights\, in particular the right to freedom of thought\, conscience and religion as well as the UN General Assembly resolution 36/55 of 25 November 1981 “Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief”. \nAs such\, state and relevant non-state actors including\, in particular\, religious leaders from across the faith spectrum play a vital role in promoting dialogue among all religious groups leading to an improved awareness and understanding of the common values shared by all mankind. Promoting acceptance and respect of religious and cultural diversity through interreligious and intercultural dialogue will create an environment conducive to building peaceful\, just and inclusive societies. Member States who have the primary responsibility to counter discrimination and hate speech\, and all relevant actors\, including political and religious should promote inclusion and unity and to prevent\, speak out and take strong action against racism\, xenophobia\, hate speech\, violence\, discrimination\, including on the basis of age\, and stigmatization (UNGA Resolution A/74/L.92 ) \nIn that context\, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/75/200 on 21 December 2020 proclaiming February 4 as the International Day of Human Fraternity to be observed every year as of 2021. The resolution co-sponsored by Egypt and the United Arab Emirates takes note of efforts and initiatives aimed at promoting interreligious and intercultural dialogue including the meeting between His Holiness Pope Francis and His Eminence the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar\, Ahmad al-Tayeb on 4 February 2019 in Abu Dhabi that resulted in the signing of the “Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and living Together”. It also invites all Member States to further promote a culture of peace\, tolerance\, inclusion\, understanding and solidarity. \nIn that sense\, those humanistic principles are aligned with the goals and objectives of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) which was created in 2005 to advance intercultural and interreligious dialogue as a viable tool to prevent and defuse identity-based tensions UNAOC works to advance mutual respect for cultures\, traditions\, and religious beliefs. Over the years\, it has provided a global platform for dialogue between faith actors across the faith spectrum emanating from a recognition that genuine dialogue bridges divide and overcomes prejudices\, stigmatization\, misperceptions\, and polarization. Fulfilling a world of “One Humanity\, Many Cultures” is the raison d’etre of UNAOC (A/64/14\, A/69/312) \nThe celebration of the first International Day of Human Fraternity within the setting of World Interfaith Harmony Week provides an opportunity to highlight the principles and value included in the Document of Human Fraternity and explore good practices towards its implementation as a pathway to the future as we rebuild a better world.  \n\n\n \n Download the Concept Note\n\nAGENDA (tentative)\n\n\n 11:00 – 11:30 High-Level Opening\n H.E. Mr. António Guterres\nUnited Nations Secretary-General (video message)\n H.E. Mr. Miguel Ángel Moratinos\nThe High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)\n H.E. Mr. Mohamed Fathi Ahmed Edrees\nPermanent Representative of Egypt\n H.E. Mrs. Lana Zaki Nusseibeh\nPermanent Representative of UAE\n H.E. Judge Mohammad Abdul-Salam\nSecretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity \n\n 11:30 – 12:20 Interactive Panel\n  Interventions by Member States\n  Interventions by Religious Leaders/Faith Actors/FBOs \n\n 12:20 – 12:30 Conclusion\nModerator of the event: Ms. Nihal Saad\nChief-of-Cabinet & Spokesperson for UNAOC
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/the-international-day-of-human-fraternity-a-pathway-to-the-future/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20201217T141149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T142317Z
UID:29077-1612717200-1612742340@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline Extended: Call for Applications for Youth Solidarity Fund
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/2020/12/call-for-applications-youth-solidarity-fund/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210208T161613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T161843Z
UID:29311-1613548800-1613581200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Web Development and Graphic Design Team for UNAOC
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URL:https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/121758
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210218T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210208T151851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T151851Z
UID:29307-1613638800-1613642400@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar on Women's Mediation in Mali and Central African Republic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/webinar-on-womens-mediation-in-mali-and-central-african-republic/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210217T185659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T185659Z
UID:29331-1614168000-1614186000@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: ICT Analyst (Data Migration Contractor)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/01/vacancy-announcement-ict-analyst-data-migration-contractor/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210208T145359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T164023Z
UID:29302-1614247200-1614252600@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Global Pledge for Action Webinar on the of Safeguard Religious Sites
DESCRIPTION:The Webinar on the Safeguard of Religious Sites is part of the series of six sessions on implementing the Global Pledge for Action by Religious Actors and Faith-Based Organizations to Address the COVID-19 Pandemic in Collaboration with the United Nations. \n\nBackground: The UN Alliance of Civilization (UNAOC)\, the Office on Genocide Prevention and Responsibility to Protect (OSAPG)\, and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) held a virtual consultation with religious leaders and actors on 28 May 2020. The consultation was organized in response to the 22 April call by the UN Secretary-General to religious actors to contribute to wider efforts against the pandemic and its consequences. The meeting brought together religious leaders and actors as well as faith-based organizations to discuss possible areas of action and collaboration with the United Nations in the common fight against COVID-19 and its socio-economic impacts. This consultation resulted in the Global Pledge for Action\, which includes a declaration by religious leaders and actors with assurances and commitments in response to COVID-19\, and a mapping of ongoing activities and possible areas of collaboration with the United Nations.
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/global-pledge-for-action-webinar-safeguard-religious-sites/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210223T181405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T181405Z
UID:29358-1615276800-1615309200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Training Handbook Specialist for Peace Educators
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/2021/02/vacancy-announcement-training-handbook-specialist-for-peace-educators/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210226T163447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T163447Z
UID:29472-1615449600-1615482000@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Programme Manager - Sports for Development
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/02/vacancy-announcement-programme-manager-for-sports-for-development-and-peace/
LOCATION:New York\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210309T185218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T185218Z
UID:29513-1615550400-1615555800@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:News Generation Against Hate: An Intergenerational Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Click here to learn more
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/news-generation-against-hate-an-intergenerational-conversation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210315T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210315T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210301T172432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T080110Z
UID:29478-1615797000-1615811400@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Holistic Approaches to Combating Antisemitism
DESCRIPTION:Informal Meeting on Exploring Holistic Approaches to Combating Antisemitism \n Watch Live Here \n \n\n  \nProgramme\n 07:30-08:30 Logging-in participants  \n 08:30-08:40 Opening \nMr. Miguel Moratinos\, High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)  \n 08:40-09:40 Session I:\nSetting the Scene: How far we’ve been in the fight against antisemitism? What are the challenges? \n 09:40-11:00 Session II:\nGood/Promising practices of state actors in combating antisemitism: Turning words into Action through adopting national strategies \n 11:00-12:00 Session III:\nCreating synergies and exploring means of enhancing a system-wide response to antisemitism \n 12:00 Closing Session: The takeaways\n\n\n\n\nConcept Note \nDownload (PDF\, 339KB) \n\n\nProgramme \nDownload (PDF\, 344KB)
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/exploring-holistic-approaches-to-combating-antisemitism/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210325T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210316T164928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T164928Z
UID:29564-1616691600-1616695200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Submissions: RFQ for Video Production and Editing Services
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/124026
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210406T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210326T132727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T180851Z
UID:29702-1617699600-1617703200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:(Re)building Post-pandemic Societies: Youth Using Sport to Prevent and Counter Violent Extremism
DESCRIPTION:A Side Event in the margins of the ECOSOC Youth Forum \nThe ECOSOC Youth Forum 2021 will be held in April to provide a global platform for dialogue between Member States and young leaders worldwide. In this context\, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)\, together with the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)\, the UN Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI)\, and the International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS)\, are hosting a side event entitled (Re)building post-pandemic societies: youth using sport to prevent and counter violent extremism. Held on 6 April\, this interactive discussion will serve to commemorate the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace and highlight the role of youth leadership and sport in preventing violent extremism and ensuring sustainable peace and development. \nWatch the Side Event Live
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/rebuilding-post-pandemic-societies-youth-using-sport-to-prevent-and-counter-violent-extremism/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210325T185218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T182356Z
UID:29668-1618905600-1618938000@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Home-based Web Graphic Designer for UNAOC
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/03/vacancy-web-graphic-designer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Vacancy Announcements
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210325T185311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T182340Z
UID:29670-1618905600-1618938000@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Home-based Wordpress Developer for UNAOC
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/03/announcement-wordpresss-web-developer/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy Announcements
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210415T183010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T183010Z
UID:29783-1619596800-1619629200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Applications: Programme Manager for Sports for Development and Peace
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/2021/02/vacancy-announcement-programme-manager-for-sports-for-development-and-peace/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications,Vacancy Announcements
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210527T194625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T194625Z
UID:30004-1622653200-1622653200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline extended: 2021 Intercultural Innovation Award
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/04/call-for-applications-2021-intercultural-innovation-award/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210518T135455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T135455Z
UID:29937-1623072600-1623076200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline: Digital Games for Peace: Creativity\, Innovation\, and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:
URL:/2021/05/digital-games-for-peace-creativity-innovation-and-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210618T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210415T183210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T183210Z
UID:29785-1624003200-1624059000@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Entries: PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/2021/03/unaoc-and-iom-invite-youth-worldwide-to-submit-films-focusing-on-social-change/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications,Film Festival
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210629T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210623T135556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T135736Z
UID:30116-1624973400-1624978800@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Securing of Vulnerable Targets from Terrorist Attacks: Challenges of Major Sporting Event security governance - launch of the UN Guide
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT)\, along with its partners the UN Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI)\, the UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS)\, has the pleasure to share the registration link to the round-table discussion on “Securing of Vulnerable Targets from Terrorist Attacks: Challenges of Major Sporting Event security governance – launch of the UN Guide ” that will take place virtually on 29th June 2021 (13:30 NY time\, 17:30 Paris Time 22:30 Bangkok time) on the margins of the 2nd United Nations Counter-Terrorism Week. \nThis event will debut the UN Global Guide on the Security of Major Sporting Events: Promoting Sustainable Security & Legacies\, developed within UN Global Programme on Security of Major Sporting Events\, and Promotion of Sport and its Values as a Tool to Prevent Violent Extremism\, featuring contributions from Member States\, international and regional organizations\, sports federations as well as academic and research institutions. \n Please find the registration link for the event here. Participants must register to receive the event access link. A preliminary agenda has been attached for your convenience. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/securing-of-vulnerable-targets-from-terrorist-attacks-challenges-of-major-sporting-event-security-governance-launch-of-the-un-guide/
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210630T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210609T181151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T160240Z
UID:30062-1625059800-1625065200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Prevention and the Misuse of New Communication Platforms: A Side Event in the Margins of the 2021 Counter-Terrorism Week
DESCRIPTION:Prevention and the Misuse of New Communication Platforms\nCo-organized by UNAOC\, UNCCT\, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia  \nRegister for the Side Event Here \n \n\n\n\n\nDownload (PDF\, 448KB)
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/prevention-and-the-misuse-of-new-communication-platforms-counter-terrorism-week-side-event/
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210705T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210705T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210428T175852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T144052Z
UID:29891-1625472000-1625504400@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Deadline: Survey on the State of PVE in South Asia
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/2021/04/itage-event-on-the-state-of-preventing-violent-extremism-in-south-asia/
CATEGORIES:Calls For Applications
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210707T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210630T140610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T174949Z
UID:30153-1625662800-1625668200@www.unaoc.org
SUMMARY:Global Pledge for Action by Religious Actors and Faith-Based Organizations to Address the COVID-19 Pandemic in Collaboration  with the United Nations: A Side Event in the Margins of the High-level Political Forum
DESCRIPTION:Co-organized by the UN Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect\, the UN Alliance of Civilizations\, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights\, with the co-sponsorship of the  Permanent Missions to the United Nations of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Croatia\, and Religions for Peace \n \nJoin Us Live Read More \n\nThe global health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into a socio-economic crisis as well as a human rights crisis rolled into one.  It has exacerbated the vulnerability of the least protected in society.  While the virus does not discriminate\, its impacts do.  Crises\, including outbreaks of diseases\, create anxiety and fear that are key ingredients for racism\, xenophobia and religious intolerance to thrive.  Hate speech is the most blatant manifestation of these phenomena. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic\, all regions have seen increased trends of hate speech based on ethnic and religious identity\, as well as migration status. Xenophobia has surged online and in the streets.  Anti-Semitic conspiracy theories have spread\, and COVID-19-related anti-Muslim attacks have occurred. Migrants and refugees have been vilified as a source of the virus – and then denied access to medical treatment.  In some countries\, political leaders have used labels like “foreigner’s disease” to describe COVID-19\, fueling stigmatization of minority groups\, racism\, xenophobia and related intolerance.  Social media platforms have been misused to propagate hate and often incite violence.   \nIn this context\, on 8 May 2020\, the UN Secretary-General launched a Global Appeal to Address and Counter COVID-19 related hate speech. The appeal included a call on civil society to strengthen outreach to vulnerable people\, and religious actors to serve as models of mutual respect.  Building on this appeal\, the UN Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect (OSAPG)\, the UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) convened on 28 May 2020 a group of religious leaders and actors and faith-based organizations to explore innovative ways to partner in the response to COVID-19 and discuss relevant thematic areas as well as possible actions and initiatives.  This consultation resulted in the Global Pledge for Action by Religious Actors and Faith-Based Organizations to Address the COVID-19 Pandemic in collaboration with the United Nations .  The Pledge includes a declaration by religious leaders and actors with assurances and commitments in response to COVID-19\, and a mapping of ongoing activities and possible areas of collaboration with the United Nations.  \nAddressing and countering COVID-19 related hate speech\, interfaith dialogue and capacity-building figure prominently in the mapping both as cross-cutting issues and as specific areas where religious leaders and faith-based organizations are focusing their actions and responses to COVID-19.  In particular\, the signatories to the Global Pledge committed themselves to “stand up and speak against hate speech and hate crimes\, xenophobia\, racism and all other forms of discrimination; and to work with the United Nations and all other relevant stakeholders to implement the UN Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech and the UN Guidance on Addressing and Countering COVID-19 related Hate Speech.”  \nWith the objective of translating the Global Pledge into specific actions for further collaboration and enhanced partnership between the United Nations and faith actors\, OSAPG\, UNAOC and OHCHR organized a peer-to-peer learning programme. Six monthly webinars took place between December 2020 and May 2021\, which focused on the role and experiences of faith actors in  promoting gender equality\, addressing hate speech\, safeguarding religious sites\, protecting religious or belief minorities\, preventing atrocity crimes and facilitating and fostering  interfaith dialogue & mutual respect . The webinars aimed to ensure gender balance in terms of participation and to highlight the contribution of women in the fight against hate speech.  The webinars targeted participants with experience working in the field to address challenges related to COVID-19 and its socio-economic impacts and shared good practices and lessons learnt in this regard. Each webinar resulted in snapshots of learning points and recommendations that were compiled together. This compilation\, that is publicly available\,  provides the basis for further UN engagement with faith actors and civil society on combatting hate speech and its ramifications in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.\nRead moreHide text\nAgendaConcept NoteDownload (PDF\, 269KB) \n\nDownload (PDF\, 102KB)
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/hlpf-side-event-global-pledge-for-action-by-religious-actors-and-faith-based-organizations-to-address-the-covid-19-pandemic-in-collaboration-with-the-united-nations/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
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SUMMARY:Digital Games for Peace: Induction Session
DESCRIPTION:Co-organized by the UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development\, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism\, and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC); the #DigitalGamesForPeace Challenge aims to harness the creative energies of youth South and Southeast Asia and the promise of game-based innovations in cultivating pertinent competencies for prevention of violent extremism. The Induction Session will embark 51 selected youth upon Phase 1 of the programme for improving their capacities on game-based methodologies for peace.
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/digital-games-for-peace-induction-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210708T194647Z
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SUMMARY:UNAOC Virtual Watch Party for the Safeguard of Religious Sites
DESCRIPTION:UNAOC Virtual Watch Party for the Safeguard of Religious Sites\nThursday\, 13 July\, 2021 | 11:00 AM EDT | Online \n\nJoin us for a virtual “watch party” featuring short films submitted by the global community as part of UNAOC’s campaign #forSafeWorship to safeguard religious sites and worshippers worldwide! To learn more about the global call to action #forSafeWorship and submit your own video\, visit https://forsafeworship.org/.  \nJoin the Watch Party Live Here\n\n \nFeatured Videos \n\nReligious Sites in Egypt by Sandra Gobran (Egypt) \nSynopsis: In this short video\, Sandra tells us about temples and tombs in Egypt and the importance of ensuring that all religious sites are safe.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/religious-sites-in-egypt/  \nA Dialogue between “la Bomba” and Catholic Rituals in Puerto Rico by Father Rocendo Herrera (Puerto Rico)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, we meet Father Rocendo Herrera\, who introduces us to St. Patrick Church of the Holy Spirit\, in Loiza\, on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico. St. Patrick Church of the Holy Spirit is the third oldest parish on the island and the only one currently in use. Located in an Afro-Caribbean municipality in Puerto Rico\, this place of worship embodies a dialogue between Catholicism and the playing of Puerto Rican drums known as “La Bomba”.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/a-dialogue-between-la-bomba-and-catholic-rituals-in-puerto-rico/  \nA Dialogue between “la Bomba” and Catholic Rituals in Puerto Rico by Afaf Lamkoutar (Morocco)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, UNAOC Young Peacebuilder Afaf speaks about the many cultures\, religions\, and sacred sites in her hometown of Rabat\, Morocco.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/a-mosaic-of-religions-in-rabat-morocco/ \nA Chapel with Special Powers by Ismael Lopez (Spain)\nSynopsis: In this video\, Ismael takes us on a tour of the Church of St. Valenti in the Valley of Salarça\, in Catalonia\, Spain. Built in the 12th century\, the chapel’s location\, according to legend\, exudes a certain energy that helps people solve all types of problems and conflicts.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/a-chapel-with-special-powers/  \nExploring Religious Sites in the Philippines by Theodore Boborol (Philippines)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, Theodore takes us on a tour of his university campus\, shows us his favorite church on campus grounds\, and leads us to a few side detours down memory lane.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/exploring-religious-sites-in-the-philippines-director-theodore-boborol/\n\n\nThe Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial by Daniel del Valle (Spain)\nSynopsis: In this short film\, Daniel takes us on a tour of the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial\, where he once lived and studied as a member of the Royal Choir of Spain.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/the-monastery-of-san-lorenzo-de-el-escorial/ \nThe Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle in South Texas\, USA by Lydia Pesina (USA)\nSynopsis: In this short film\, Lydia tells us about the Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle\, in South Texas\, a very special place in her life since childhood. The Basilica caters to a diverse population\, including a large immigrant community\, and even has its own Mariachi band!\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/basilica-lady-of-sanjuan-delvalle/ \nReligious Diversity in Indonesia by Steve Leonard Harison (Indonesia)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, Steve talks to us about religious diversity in Indonesia and the importance of protecting religious sites worldwide.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/religious-diversity-in-indonesia/ \nThe Coronado Cross in Kansas by Gentry (USA)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, Gentry takes us to Kansas\, right outside of Dodge City\, to see the Coronado Cross. The site commemorates a mass held for the first time in this part of the country by Father Juan de Padilla in 1541\, predating the landing of the Pilgrims by almost 100 years.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/the-coronado-cross-in-kansas/ \nA Religious Site with Interfaith Influences in Bangladesh by Tushar Kanti Baidya (Bangladesh)\nSynopsis: In this short video\, UNAOC alumnus Tushar tells us about a temple he likes to visit in Bangladesh\, and the significance of this site in his life.\nhttps://forsafeworship.org/a-religious-site-with-interfaith-influences-in-bangladesh/
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/unaoc-virtual-watch-party-for-the-safeguard-of-religious-sites/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210720T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210706T204215Z
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SUMMARY:iTAGe: Talking Across Generations on the State of PVE in South Asia
DESCRIPTION:Register Now to Join Us Live  Read More: Media Advisory   \n\nOrganized in collaboration with UNESCO New Delhi within the framework of UNESCO MGIEP and UNAOC’s #YouthWagingPeace programme\, iTAGe: Talking Across Generations on the State of PVE in South Asia is an intergenerational event that will provide youth with a platform to discuss peace and social cohesion with Senior Officials and policymakers from South Asia.  \nThe input collected will be incorporated into a Youth-led Report on the State of PVE in South Asia as youth-centered actionable recommendations for policymakers. The report will combine the latest research on preventative efforts with uncensored youth case studies to produce fresh and robust perspectives for policymakers and a youth-centred overview of violent extremism in South Asia.
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/itage-talking-across-generations-on-the-state-of-pve-in-south-asia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:UNAOC Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTSTAMP:20260403T184600
CREATED:20210907T192423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T193242Z
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SUMMARY:2021 G20 Interfaith Forum Italy
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 G20 Interfaith Forum will be held in Bologna\, Italy\, Sunday\, September 12 – Tuesday\, September 14.\n(View More Information)
URL:https://www.unaoc.org/event/2021-g20-interfaith-forum-italy/
LOCATION:Bologna\, Italy\, Bologna\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Forum,International Conference
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