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Innovation Library
Explore our living library of innovation-related webinars and publications developed and hosted by UNIN and UN Entities.
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September 29, 2022
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Intelligent Robots for Space Science and Planetary Exploration
This AI for Good webinar looks at the latest AI and robotic technologies for space science that are taking humanity into the future of interplanetary exploration missions, while promising to help improve life on Earth.
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September 26, 2022
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In Search of Trustworthy AI: Can the Law Help?
This talk discusses key possibilities the law offers to tackle trust issues that facing AI.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
September 22, 2022
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Unlocking Impact: Data with Purpose
This high-level UNGA event explored how new data ecosystems can unlock exponential value for the big challenges of our time.
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September 22, 2022
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The Future of Digital Cooperation
This digital moment highlighted pioneering initiatives and leaders that are ushering in a new era of country-led digital cooperation to build safe, trusted, and inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).
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September 22, 2022
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Technology Assessment in Developing Countries: A Proposed Methodology
This report summarizes the existing knowledge about technology assessment processes and good practices and reflects on these in the context of the current conditions in developing countries.
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September 14, 2022
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The State of Science, Technology and Innovation in the World’s Least Developed Countries
The report reaffirms the business case for investment in sustainable science, technology and innovation systems in LDCs to contribute to long-term productivity upgrading, economic development, job creation as well as addressing societal challenges.
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
SDG 09: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
September 12, 2022
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Climate Science for Anticipatory Action: Applying Climate Models in Humanitarian Contexts
This webinar sheds light on climate models and how they can be applied in a humanitarian context.
SDG 13: Climate Action
September 8, 2022
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Shaping Public Policy through Behavioural Science
This discussion examines the importance and significance of behavioural insights to enhance and shape public policy and make an impact on people and planet.
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August 16, 2022
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GeoTech4Tenure: Technical Guide on Combining Geospatial Technology and Participatory Methods for Securing Tenure Rights
This technical guide provides orientation on how to combine participatory methods and geomatics technology to strengthen legitimate tenure rights in land-based investments.
SDG 01: No Poverty
SDG 02: Zero Hunger
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
August 15, 2022
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UN Innovation Update - Best of 2020
Highlights from the innovation efforts of 40+ UN Entities throughout 2020.
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August 15, 2022
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A Behavioural Insights Toolkit for Entrepreneurship Programming
The Behavioural Insights Toolkit for Entrepreneurship Programming is aimed at practitioners looking to complement their entrepreneurship policy and practice with behavioural approaches.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
August 15, 2022
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Using Social Media in Community-Based Protection
This guide shows how UNHCR staff and partners can develop a Community-Based Protection strategy, using Social Media in a way that respects UNHCR’s data protection policy and PoCs’ rights to privacy and security.
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August 15, 2022
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UN Innovation Update (Q3 2020)
Highlights from the innovation efforts of UN Entities in the third quarter of 2020.
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August 15, 2022
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UN Innovation Update - COVID-19 Special Edition 2
Explore how UN Entities are leveraging innovation to respond to COVID-19.
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August 15, 2022
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UN Innovation Update - COVID-19 Special Edition
Explore how UN Entities are leveraging innovation to respond to COVID-19.
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August 15, 2022
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Behavioural Insights to Respond to COVID-19
Explore how UN Entities are leveraging behavioural science to respond to COVID-19.
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August 15, 2022
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Guidelines for Responsible Digital Payments
The Guidelines aim to provide a helpful tool supporting responsible practices in the move from cash to digital payments to reduce poverty and drive inclusive growth.
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August 15, 2022
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The Role of Digital Labour Platforms in Transforming the World of Work
This report explores how digital labour platforms are transforming the way work is organised, enterprises, workers and society.
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
August 15, 2022
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A Practical Guide to Using Blockchain within the UN
An easy-to-use, practical guide for the UN and public sector, complete with definitions, decision-making tools and use cases, helping you to evaluate if blockchain is the correct tool for your next solution.
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August 15, 2022
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Technology & Innovation Report 2021 - Catching Technological Waves: Innovation with Equity
The Report examines the crucial issue of technological change and inequality.
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August 15, 2022
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Advancing Women’s Digital Financial Inclusion
The report outlines 10 policy options for governments to rapidly work towards digital financial inclusion of all women.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
SDG 01: No Poverty
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
August 15, 2022
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Connecting with Confidence - Managing Digital Risks to Refugee Connectivity
The emergence of connectivity as aid is a significant step in the evolution of humanitarian assistance. In this report, UNHCR explores the management of digital risks to refugee connectivity.
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