The United Nations Global Citizenship Training Academy 2025 is dedicated to fostering a culture of global citizenship and empowering individuals to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. This program aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to address global challenges and promote sustainable development.
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Through a series of interactive workshops, discussions, and collaborative projects, participants will engage with key concepts of human rights, social justice, and environmental sustainability. The academy provides a unique platform for networking and learning from diverse perspectives, encouraging active participation in global citizenship efforts.
About UNITAR
UNITAR is delighted to partner with AFS Intercultural Programs for the first time to deliver a joint training programme for both of its audiences. The United Nations Global Citizen Training Academy consists of three components:
- A four-week online training – AFS Global Competence Certificate Program
- A two-week field visit to New York
- Attending the AFS Youth Leadership Summit at the end of the activity
UNITAR will host most of its activities on the premises of the UN Offices in New York. They will consist of a nuanced balance between the following elements:
- Expert lectures
- Training workshops
- Multilateral conferences
- Private guided tours
- Career development sessions
The purpose is to equip participants with knowledge and skills in diplomacy, empowering them to work more effectively and efficiently in any international environment. It further aspires to offer access to the UN’s institutions and staff to build up networks and gain insights into future career steps.
Content
The United Nations Global Citizenship Training Academy in New York provides an overview of the United Nations with an inclination toward cultural awareness. It will help participants build solid knowledge of topics in international affairs, deliver training in core diplomatic skills, and offer activities with the following New York-based agencies:
- UN Information Service (UNIS) Expert Lecture
- UN Youth Office (UNYO) Expert Lecture
- UN Children´s Fund (UNICEF) Expert Lecture
- Other New York-based UN Agencies’ Expert Lecture
- Permanent Mission of the US to the UN
- Permanent Mission of Germany to the UN
The UN Global Citizen programme will also provide a focus on career development in the United Nations. Training workshops on leadership for a UN career, competency-based interviewing skills and other career-related sessions will constitute a considerable part of the activity.
Participants
The United Nations Global Citizenship Training Academy is open to everyone with a deep interest in the United Nations and the desire to be an international citizen. Participants can come from the public or private sector, NGOs, think tanks and academia. University students and participants from an entirely different background are equally welcome to apply.
In order to ensure the highest quality standards, a maximum of 30 participants per field visit will be allowed. Slots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. At the end of the programme, participants will receive a UNITAR certificate of completion.
