Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Journalism: Risks and Opportunities
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming sectors from healthcare to education, with its impact on journalism being particularly profound. As the media landscape evolves, AI...
Building an accessible future for all: AI and the inclusion of...
About 16% of the global population (1.3 billion people) currently experience significant disability, including nearly 240 million children. In 2023, 101 million people, or...
SDGs – Sustainable Development Goals
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How Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence Impacts Women and Girls
Globally, approximately 736 million women — almost one in three — endure violence at least once in their life. The most prevalent form of...
2025 International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People
The UPU is excited to announce the 54th edition of the International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People, taking place in 2025.
UN addresses AI and the Dangers of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems
As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to advance, opportunities for its large-scale application have expanded significantly. However, alongside positive advancements come serious concerns, particularly...
International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People 2024
Since 1971, the UPU has encouraged young writers aged 9-15 to write letters on a given theme to win exciting prizes. The competition is...
Artificial intelligence and the future of work: Will AI replace our...
As A.I. technologies rapidly emerge, their impact on the job market raises many questions. Although some might fear a looming "jobs apocalypse," the International...
Can artificial intelligence (AI) influence elections?
2024 is a landmark election year, with over 60 countries—encompassing nearly half of the global population—heading to the polls. Technology has long been used...
A UN treaty on cybercrime en route
A UN treaty on cybercrime is after years of discussion finally on its way. The UN General Assembly voted in December 2019 to begin...
Nippon Foundation Fellowship Programme 2025
The Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea of the Office of Legal Affairs of the United Nations (“OLA/DOALOS”), is now...
World Wildlife Day Youth Art Contest
Youth artists across the world are being called to get creative for wildlife. The fifth annual international youth art contest is being hosted by...
The AI Generation: Youth in the Artificial Intelligence Era
In an era where the digital world is increasingly integral to everyday life, digital literacy has become a life skill, essential for education, employment,...
World Food Day Poster Contest 2023
Calling all young people, from 5-19 years old, to participate in the World Food Day Poster contest! Show your creativity by designing a poster...
UN Public Service Awards 2024 (UNPSA)
The United Nations Public Service Awards 2024 is a prestigious international recognition of excellence in public service. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public...

