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Explore our living library of innovation-related webinars and publications hosted by the UN Innovation Network and UN Entities.

Learn about new technologies, be inspired by the application of new approaches to the Sustainable Development Goals, and leverage the work and knowledge of UN innovators to advance your innovative ideas.

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August 15, 2022

Precision Agriculture for Smallholder Farmers

This report explores data-driven farm management and the applications it enables, through real-world examples and use cases.
SDG 02: Zero Hunger
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
August 15, 2022

Digital Agriculture in Action - AI for Agriculture

This publication aims to raise awareness about existing AI applications in agriculture and to inspire stakeholders to develop and replicate the new ones.
SDG 02: Zero Hunger
SDG 01: No Poverty
August 15, 2022

Automated School Location Mapping at Scale from Satellite Imagery Based on Deep Learning

This paper explores the possibility of having a scalable model that can be used to map schools across the globe.
SDG 04: Quality Education
August 15, 2022

The State of Open Humanitarian Data 2022

The report contains details on the data available for humanitarian crises with deep-dive for Somalia and the work of UNFPA.
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August 15, 2022

UN Climate Change Innovation Compendium

TheUN Climate Change Innovation Compendium and linked living library showcase initiatives, programmes and policies launched by UN Entities that are using innovative approaches to respond to climate change.
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August 15, 2022

Measuring Volunteering for the 2030 Agenda: Toolbox of Principles, Tools and Practices

This toolbox showcases principles, tools and practices to measure the impact of volunteer work for the SDGs.
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August 15, 2022

#360 Diagnostics Tool for Tech Start-Ups

This bilingual platform is used to assess the maturity and the internationalisation readiness of tech start-ups.
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
August 15, 2022

Guide to Developing a National Cybersecurity Strategy

The guide supports policymakers in the development of National Cybersecurity Strategies.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
August 15, 2022

Go.Data Gitub Documentation Site

Go.Data is an outbreak investigation tool for public health emergencies, and includes features for contact tracing, contact follow-up, and visualizing chains of transmission. This repository helps users implement Go.Data for outbreak investigation.
SDG 03: Good Health & Well-Being
August 15, 2022

Geospatial in Action - Data and Insights for the SDGs

This report highlights how geospatial technologies is being applied to all of the Sustainable Development Goals with case studies from across the UN.
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August 15, 2022

Using Gender Statistics - A Toolkit for Training Data Users

This toolkit supports statistical systems to increase the understanding and use of gender statistics by government officials and other development practitioners, and includes descriptions of concepts with practical examples, and practical exercises for use in the training sessions.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
August 15, 2022

Addressing the Digital Divide

This Playbook is structured around six main steps that public authorities, NGOs or communities can take towards taking action to address the digital divide.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
August 15, 2022

Assessing the Digital Divide

This playbook provides a pragmatic approach to assessing the digital divide and will equip readers with crucial information they can use to establish a culture of digital inclusion within their organizations and communities.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
August 15, 2022

Innovative Experiences of Cities: Environmental Sustainability & Climate Action through South-South & Triangular Cooperation

The publication features 12 case studies from 15 cities in six sectors of environmental sustainability and climate action.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities
SDG 13: Climate Action
August 15, 2022

UNWTO - Solutions for Restarting Tourism

In response to the COVID-19 impact on tourism, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has opened a space to share startups and companies working for restarting tourism. Setting innovation and sustainability as the new normal
SDG 09: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
August 15, 2022

SDG Global Startup Competition - 25 Innovators Working for a More Sustainable and Innovative Tourism

Meet the 25 winners of the SDG Global Startup Competition, working for a More Sustainable and Innovative Tourism, selected as the most disruptive startups that directly contribute to accelerate the achievement of the SDGs.
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Innovation Library

The UN Innovation Network and many UN Entities regularly host webinars and discussions to uncover emerging good practices, showcase successful projects and learn about opportunity areas for innovation, data and digital transformation.

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