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    Activity 1 : Hazelle B.

    Aringo

    You need to look for 1 project for each program of unesco, discuss what the project
    is all about and what did unesco do about it.

    1. Education
    Project: UNESCO Global Action Programme on ESD

    This initiative aims to integrate sustainability into education systems worldwide.


    It promotes learning that empowers people to contribute to sustainable development.

    • UNESCO's Global Action Programme (GAP) on ESD is a comprehensive


    framework designed to accelerate progress towards sustainable development through
    education.

    2. Natural Sciences
    Project: Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme

    This project promotes sustainable development through the conservation of


    biodiversity and the management of natural resources in biosphere reserves.

    • UNESCO's MAB program aims to improve human-environment relations


    through biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and well-being. It has
    established a global network of biosphere reserves for testing and demonstrating
    sustainable practices.

    3. Social/Human Sciences
    Project: International Coalition of Cities Against Racism

    This initiative aims to combat racism and discrimination in urban areas through
    local government actions and policies.

    • International Coalition of Cities Against Racism is a global network of


    cities committed to combating racism, discrimination, and xenophobia at the local
    level. UNESCO has played a crucial role in Establishing the ICCAR, Advocating for
    inclusive cities, Fostering global solidarity and Providing resources and training.

    4. Culture
    Project: Memory of the World Register

    This program preserves documentary heritage of global significance, aiming to


    promote awareness of the importance of documents and archives.

    • UNESCO identifies, nominates, and supports the preservation of


    important cultural and historical documents. It also raises awareness and promotes
    digital preservation.

    5. Communication/Information
    Project: Information for All Programme (IFAP)

    IFAP promotes universal access to information and knowledge, aiming to bridge the
    digital divide and empower individuals and communities.

    • UNESCO advocated for access, developed infrastructure, built capacity,


    promoted inclusion, and supported digital literacy.

    6. Ocean
    Project: Ocean Cleanup initiative
    This project aims to remove plastic pollution from the oceans, particularly the
    Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It uses advanced technology to collect and concentrate
    debris, which is then recycled or repurposed.

    • UNESCO has supported the Ocean Cleanup initiative by promoting


    awareness and providing a platform for collaboration. The organization has
    emphasized the importance of addressing marine plastic pollution through research
    and education, encouraging partnerships among governments, NGOs, and the private
    sector to enhance efforts in cleaning up oceans and protecting marine biodiversity.

    7. Priority Africa
    Project: Africa Climate Change Fund.

    This initiative focuses on supporting African countries in addressing climate


    change challenges through capacity building, funding for climate adaptation
    projects, and promoting sustainable practices.

    • UNESCO has been involved with the Africa Climate Change Fund by
    supporting capacity-building initiatives and promoting education related to climate
    change. UNESCO also collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure that climate
    change adaptation and mitigation strategies are integrated into educational
    programs and policies across the continent.

    8. Priority Gender Equality


    Project: UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring Report on Gender

    This annual report monitors progress towards gender equality in education worldwide
    and highlights effective policies.

    • UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report on Gender assesses progress


    towards gender equality in education. It highlights gender disparities, provides
    recommendations, monitors SDG progress, raises awareness, and supports national
    planning.

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