Call for Applications: Countering the Use of ICTs for Criminal Purposes

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) issued a?call for applications to participate in the Ad Hoc Committee to Elaborate a Comprehensive International Convention on Countering the Use of Information and Communications Technologies for Criminal Purposes, which will hold its first session in New York on 17- 28 January 2022. The UN General Assembly that established such Ad Hoc Committee?requested the Chair of this body, in consultation with UNODC, to draw up a list of representatives of among others, academic institutions,?including those with expertise in the field of cybercrime, who may participate in the Ad Hoc Committee.

Interested stakeholders are thus welcome to apply by filling out the application form at the latest by midnight on 1st December 2021, NY time. The form may be accessed at .

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Advancing Sustainable Solutions: The Habitable Air Project at the UN HLPF

Prioritising local knowledge and community engagement in its innovative solutions, the Habitable Air Project, led by Dr Kerry Ryan Chance at UNAI SDG hub the University of Bergen (UiB) in Norway, has emerged as a leading voice in addressing the interconnected challenges of air pollution and climate change. Their recent participation at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) showcased their groundbreaking work and its crucial role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

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Texila American University Boosts Community Health with Blood Drives

Texila American University (TAU) has emerged as a leading force in promoting community welfare in Guyana through its proactive blood donation drives. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, TAU has been dedicated to addressing the pressing need for blood in the region, often heightened by medical emergencies and ongoing health conditions. One of the university��s most recent and impactful drives took place on June 21, 2024, in collaboration with the National Blood Transfusion Services (NBTS).

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