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UNDP Bahrain and UOB Workshop on Business and Human Rights
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Empowering Future Leaders: UNDP Bahrain and UoB Workshop on Business and Human Rights

On May 21, 2024, UNDP Bahrain, in collaboration with the University of Bahrain (UoB), hosted a pivotal workshop to advance the integration of Business and Human Rights (BHR) into academic curricula.

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UNDP and University of Bahrain Launch Groundbreaking SDGs Academic Program
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UNDP and University of Bahrain Launch Groundbreaking SDGs Academic Program

In collaboration with the University of Bahrain (UOB), UNDP has launched a pioneering academic program integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into university curricula.

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UNDP and Derasat Partnership Signature
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UNDP and Derasat Partner To Drive Digital Transformation In Bahrain Through The National Human Development Report

UNDP Bahrain and Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat) signed a project document to develop the Kingdom’s National Human Development Report (NHDR), focused on advancing digital transformation.

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Private Sector Consultation: Advancing Sustainable Development in Bahrain

UNDP Bahrain recently held a significant consultation with key private sector representatives, aimed at strengthening partnerships to support Bahrain’s sustainable development goals.

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Empowering Bahrain’s Youth to Lead: YLP10 Celebrates its Successful Conclusion

Under the patronage of Her Excellency, Mrs. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, the 10th edition of UNDP’s Youth Leadership Programme (YLP10) came to a successful close on September 3, 2024, at the Muharraq Model Youth Center.

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UNDP Bahrain Powers Up with Green Energy: Harnessing Solar Power for a Sustainable Future

In a major step towards eco-friendly operations, UNDP Bahrain has installed a cutting-edge solar energy system on the rooftop of the UN House. This initiative is a significant part of UNDP's global Greening Moonshot Initiative, which is committed to reducing our carbon footprint by 50% by 2030.

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UNDP Bahrain Celebrates International Youth Day

In Bahrain, the UNDP marked International Youth Day 2024 in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs through a series of events. The most recent event was a session titled "Youth for the SDGs," which centered on social innovation and its significance in empowering young people.

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Youth Leadership Programme 10 Launch: Youth as Community Builders

In partnership with the Ministry of Youth Affairs, UNDP Bahrain is excited to announce the launch of the tenth edition of the Youth Leadership Programme (YLP10) for the year 2024!

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SDG 17: a New Report Highlights Bahrain’s Achievements within its Ongoing Partnerships for the Goals
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SDG 17: a New Report Highlights Bahrain’s Achievements within its Ongoing Partnerships for the Goals

A new report produced by Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Bahrain has highlighted Bahrain’s achievements within its longstanding partnerships for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Youth Leadership Programme 9 Launch: Together Towards a Green Economy

In partnership with the Ministry of Youth Affairs, UNDP Bahrain is pleased to announce the launch of the ninth edition of the Youth Leadership Programme (YLP9) for the year 2023!
This article contains an overview of all you need to know about YLP9 and how you can participate in it.

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The President of the National Institution for Human Rights receives the UNDP Acting RR

Chairman of the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR), received Mr. Firas Gharaibeh, the Acting RR of UNDP Bahrain. Al-Derazi praised the existing cooperation between the NIHR and UNDP, noting the efforts of UNDP in supporting the goals and efforts of Bahrain in sustainable development.

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Graduation Ceremony of UNDP Youth Leadership Programme 8th Edition

Graduation Ceremony of UNDP Youth Leadership Programme 8th Edition
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2021/22 Human Development Report Released

We are living in uncertain times. The COVID-19 pandemic, now in its third year, continues to spin off new variants. Ongoing conflicts and crises across the world are causing immense human suffering, while climate and ecological disasters threaten the world daily.

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Youth Leadership Programme 8 Launch: Youth Transforming our Future

In partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Sport Affairs, UNDP Bahrain is announcing the eighth edition of the Youth Leadership Programme (YLP8) for the year 2022!

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UNDP - Digital X
Global call for applications now open

Are you from a UN organization, nonprofit, social enterprise, or a university with a ready-to-scale digital solution?

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UNDP Signs Agreement with Abdulrahim AlKooheji Foundation to Support Youth

Marking the beginning of a promising partnership, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed an agreement with the Abdulrahim AlKooheji Foundation..

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Youth Leadership Programme 7: Outcome Report

The Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) is an initiative under the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS), launched in 2015 to build the region's most dynamic network working at the intersection of youth, innovation, and sustainable development.

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Launching the Youth Leadership Programme 7: Creating Change from Inside Out

In partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Sport Affairs, UNDP Bahrain and the YLP Bahrain Community is thrilled to announce the seventh edition of the Youth Leadership Programme for the year 2021 (YLP7).

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