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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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December 28, 2022
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Fostering Women Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy
The rapid spread of digital technologies is creating new opportunities for growth and development, but the benefits of digitalization are not automatic and women still face multiple obstacles to succeed in the digital economy.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
December 6, 2022
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The Future We Create: How Innovation Can Advance Disability-inclusive Development
On the occasion of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2022, this webinar provided a platform to exchange good practices, discuss challenges, and identify solutions in innovation and technology that support disability-inclusive development.
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November 21, 2022
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Green Technology Book 2022 - Solutions for Climate Change Adaptation
The Book takes a look at the state of play of green technologies responding to some of the most critical challenges of climate change with special focus on agriculture and forestry, the water sector and cities.
SDG 13: Climate Action
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
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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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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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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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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August 15, 2022
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GenderTech Toolkit: Building Digital Solutions for, with, and by Girls
This toolkit with best practices supports innovators, designers and implementers of digital products and services, to benefit girls and young women equally and help close the gender digital divide.
SDG 05: Gender Equality
August 15, 2022
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Scanning the Horizon
This brief shares different approaches to and experiences with scanning the horizon for innovative ideas within or outside of organisations.
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August 15, 2022
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Use of New Technologies for Consistent and Proactive Screening of Vulnerable Populations
This report focuses on the use of new technologies in identifying potential victims of forced labour and human trafficking and uncovering patterns of exploitation.
SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
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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