UNRISD

@UNRISD

UN Research Institute for Social Development - Interdisciplinary #research and policy analysis on the social dimensions of contemporary #development issues.

Geneva, Switzerland

Joined March 2009

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 21

📚 The @norrag #InternationalGeneva exhibition is live for 2 more weeks in Geneva! We at #UNRISD are proud to showcase our work on #SDG10—highlighting how inclusive education can reduce inequality 🌍 📍 Rotonde du Mont-Blanc 📰 Read more: untoday.org/harnessing-edu…

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 4

We’re proud to join @norrag on the #SDG10 panel in a new exhibition highlighting how Geneva-based actors are shaping global education policy for #SDG4. Discover how education can unlock a better future for all! ✨ 📅Dates: 1-31 July 2025 📍Rotonde du Mont Blanc,@VilleDeGeneve

NNORRAG@norrag · Jun 25

👀 International cooperation in education is taking the spotlight by the lake next month ! We are very happy to be showcasing the impact Geneva-based actors have on a global scale 📍 Rotonde du Mont Blanc Free, in ENG & FR 📆 all July 2025 🔗 buff.ly/la5y2Cn…

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 24

UNRISD welcomes the adoption of the 2025 #HLPF Ministerial Declaration, reaffirming global commitment to inclusive, evidence-based, transformative action. We continue advancing care, justice & sustainability as core pillars of development.

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD welcomes the adoption of the 2025 #HLPF Ministerial Declaration, reaffirming global commitment to inclusive, evidence-based, transformative action.

We continue advancing care, justice &amp; sustainability as core pillars of development.

UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 22

UNRISD was proud to co-convene a workshop with @UNHumanRights, @South_Centre & @icrict exploring how human rights can shape a fair, inclusive UN tax convention. From privacy to inequality, the dialogue linked Geneva to NY tax talks.

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD was proud to co-convene a workshop with @UNHumanRights, @South_Centre &amp; @icrict exploring how human rights can shape a fair, inclusive UN tax convention.

From privacy to inequality, the dialogue linked Geneva to NY tax talks.

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 21

UNRISD warmly thanks Prof. Ha-Joon Chang (@SOAS) as he concludes his term on our Board after 6 years of service. A leading voice in development economics, his insights helped shape inclusive alternatives to mainstream policy. 👏🏽 Thank you!

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD warmly thanks Prof. Ha-Joon Chang (@SOAS) as he concludes his term on our Board after 6 years of service. A leading voice in development economics, his insights helped shape inclusive alternatives to mainstream policy. 👏🏽 Thank you!

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 21

As we bid farewell to Prof. Imraan Valodia, we thank him for 6 years of dedicated service on the UNRISD Board. His leadership and expertise in inequality, gender, and economic justice have strengthened our mission for inclusive, transformative social policy. 👏🏽 Thank you!

UNRISD's tweet image. As we bid farewell to Prof. Imraan Valodia, we thank him for 6 years of dedicated service on the UNRISD Board. His leadership and expertise in inequality, gender, and economic justice have strengthened our mission for inclusive, transformative social policy. 👏🏽 Thank you!

UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 21

🌀 “Cooperatives are not just economic entities they are democratic institutions that empower communities” —@ilcheong_yi, UNRISD This #CoopsDay, we celebrate the vital role of cooperatives in building just, inclusive & sustainable societies. 🎥 Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=BWLyXO…

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 21

UNRISD proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of @INTGenderChamps, marking a decade of advancing gender equality in international institutions. 🔗genderchampions.com/champions/magd…

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of @INTGenderChamps, marking a decade of advancing gender equality in international institutions.

🔗genderchampions.com/champions/magd…

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 16

📢 New Special Issue released! 📰 International Journal of Community and Social Development (Vol. 7, Issue 2) #WSSD2: Addressing the Gaps and Accelerating Progress Featuring @UNRISD research & global policy insights. 🔗 ow.ly/8Cof50WqnRo

UNRISD's tweet image. 📢 New Special Issue released!

📰 International Journal of Community and Social Development (Vol. 7, Issue 2)
#WSSD2: Addressing the Gaps and Accelerating Progress

Featuring @UNRISD research &amp; global policy insights.

🔗 ow.ly/8Cof50WqnRo

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 16

UNRISD joined the G20 Women’s Empowerment WG care side event in South Africa to spotlight care as core to feminist economic transformation🌍 María Noel Estrada shared insights on: ✔️ Care as social infrastructure ✔️ Gender-responsive budgets ✔️ Inclusive, data-driven systems

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD joined the G20 Women’s Empowerment WG care side event in South Africa to spotlight care as core to feminist economic transformation🌍

María Noel Estrada shared insights on:
✔️ Care as social infrastructure
✔️ Gender-responsive budgets
✔️ Inclusive, data-driven systems

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 10

This week we're at the #AIforGood Global Summit, engaging in critical discussions on #AI governance, digital inclusion, and advancing the #SDGs. AI for Good is organized by @ITU in partnership with +40 UN Sister Agencies 🇺🇳 and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland 🇨🇭.

UNRISD's tweet image. This week we're at the #AIforGood Global Summit, engaging in critical discussions on #AI governance, digital inclusion, and advancing the #SDGs.

AI for Good is organized by @ITU in partnership with +40 UN Sister Agencies 🇺🇳 and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland 🇨🇭.

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Global Alliance for Care@GAllianceCare · Jun 30

#Live | Financing care to fulfill the SDGs: a Global South agenda from Seville to 2030 @IDRC_LAC @IDRC_CRDI @Oxfam @UNRISD @Unwomen @GAD_Network @eclac_un youtube.com/watch?v=dedV5g…

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Icrict@icrict · Jul 2

One country, one vote. That’s the power of moving global tax reform to the @UN . At #FfD4 earlier today, #ICRICT Commissioner @Magda_Sepul reminded us: cross-regional alliances can deliver change — even in a polarized multilateral system. Listen. ⤵ #UNTaxConvention @UNRISD

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 2

"Taxation narratives must change." - @Magda_Sepul, UNRISD Director @ #FfD4. Tax policy shapes society, impacts services & tackles inequality. We join @Oxfam,@ilo,@icrict ,@FESonline,@nyuCIC to advance progressive taxation & universal social protection! 📹ow.ly/uTWq50WjJVV

UNRISD's tweet image. "Taxation narratives must change." - @Magda_Sepul, UNRISD Director @ #FfD4. Tax policy shapes society, impacts services &amp; tackles inequality. We join @Oxfam,@ilo,@icrict ,@FESonline,@nyuCIC to advance progressive taxation &amp; universal social protection!
📹ow.ly/uTWq50WjJVV

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 2

UNRISD joins @UNESCO, member states, UN, civil society & private sector in the Global Alliance Against #Racism! ✊🌍 We reaffirm our commitment to advancing reparatory justice & promote evidence-based solutions that address the structural and historical roots of racism.

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD joins @UNESCO, member states, UN, civil society &amp; private sector in the Global Alliance Against #Racism! ✊🌍
We reaffirm our commitment to advancing reparatory justice &amp; promote evidence-based solutions that address the structural and historical roots of racism.

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 2

🌍🇰🇷 @UNRISD & Korea strengthen partnerships for inclusive development! 🤝 4 new agreements signed to boost research & youth engagement. 🌱 We thank @our_moe, IPAID, Eunpyeong District Office & @withMBC for their continued collaboration! 💙 🔗Read more: ow.ly/nreR50WjBG0

UNRISD's tweet image. 🌍🇰🇷 @UNRISD &amp; Korea strengthen partnerships for inclusive development!
🤝 4 new agreements signed to boost research &amp; youth engagement. 🌱
We thank @our_moe, IPAID, Eunpyeong District Office &amp; @withMBC for their continued collaboration! 💙

🔗Read more: ow.ly/nreR50WjBG0

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jul 2

Last week, our Director @Magda_Sepul met with Ms. @UN_Valovaya from @UNGeneva. Her continued support is instrumental in strengthening the vital role of @UNRISD's research within the broader @UN system to advance inclusive, rights-based policies for a fairer future. 🌍🤝

UNRISD's tweet image. Last week, our Director @Magda_Sepul met with Ms.
@UN_Valovaya from @UNGeneva. Her continued support is instrumental in strengthening the vital role of @UNRISD's research within the broader @UN system to advance inclusive, rights-based policies for a fairer future. 🌍🤝

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jun 27

UNRISD is working with @ATD4thWorld to ensure that knowledge from people living in poverty is part of the preparations for the Second World Social Summit (#WSSD2025). Learn more → unrisd.org/en/

UNRISD's tweet image. UNRISD is working with @ATD4thWorld to ensure that knowledge from people living in poverty is part of the preparations for the Second World Social Summit (#WSSD2025).

Learn more → unrisd.org/en/

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jun 27

“Meaningful financial justice is essential if countries are to meet basic needs and pursue long‑term development.” — @UN @antonioguterres Join us at #FfD4 as we reimagine financing for social protection and health, grounded in justice and inclusion. 🔗 shorturl.at/R4vNU

UNRISD's tweet image. “Meaningful financial justice is essential if countries are to meet basic needs and pursue long‑term development.” — @UN @antonioguterres

Join us at #FfD4 as we reimagine financing for social protection and health, grounded in justice and inclusion.

🔗 shorturl.at/R4vNU

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UNRISD@UNRISD · Jun 27

1 July 2025 | #FfD4 Side Event 🧭 From Seville to Doha: Financing Inclusive and Sustainable Social Development How do we make social development a real priority in global financing? Let's shape the path to #WSSD2: shorturl.at/wur2V #SocialJustice #LeaveNoOneBehind

UNRISD's tweet image. 1 July 2025 | #FfD4 Side Event

🧭 From Seville to Doha: Financing Inclusive and Sustainable Social Development

How do we make social development a real priority in global financing?

Let's shape the path to #WSSD2: shorturl.at/wur2V

#SocialJustice #LeaveNoOneBehind

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