Hello UN Volunteer, Welcome to this month’s learning and development update! Explore exciting opportunities, global stories, and impactful learning experiences designed just for you. |
Hello UN Volunteer, Welcome to this month’s learning and development update! Explore exciting opportunities, global stories, and impactful learning experiences designed just for you. |
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RECENT HIGHLIGHTS Learning news from around the world |
RECENT HIGHLIGHTS Learning news from around the world |
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LeadForward Continues to Exceed Expectations! Our LeadForward masterclasses offer you an invaluable opportunity to engage with UN leaders and career experts. Participants receive exclusive insights into career management, cross-sectional skill development, and the inner-workings of the UN system. In an inspiring session, Kyoko Yokosuka, UNDP Resident Representative in Nepal, shared her 27-year journey across the UN system - and the leadership lessons that shaped her path. Her advice? - Know your strengths and embrace your unique leadership style
- Listen deely and communicate clearly - speak up.
- Invest in both technical and soft skills - and learn languages
- Stay positive, push beyond your comfort zone, and lead with purpose.
You can still watch the session recording here if you missed the live event. We invite you to sign up for our next LeadForward session by clickingHERE |
LeadForward Continues to Exceed Expectations! Our LeadForward masterclasses offer you an invaluable opportunity to engage with UN leaders and career experts. Participants receive exclusive insights into career management, cross-sectional skill development, and the inner-workings of the UN system. In an inspiring session, Kyoko Yokosuka, UNDP Resident Representative in Nepal, shared her 27-year journey across the UN system - and the leadership lessons that shaped her path. Her advice? - Know your strengths and embrace your unique leadership style
- Listen deely and communicate clearly - speak up.
- Invest in both technical and soft skills - and learn languages
- Stay positive, push beyond your comfort zone, and lead with purpose.
You can still watch the session recording here if you missed the live event. We invite you to sign up for our next LeadForward session by clickingHERE |
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Stay Updated with the eCampus Events Calendar! Never miss a learning opportunity! The eCampus Events Calendar keeps you informed about upcoming workshops, webinars, and thematic workshops tailored for UN Volunteers. Explore sessions on career management, leadership, and essential UN competencies - all in one place. Stay ahead in your learning journey. Check the calendar now and plan your next learning! Pro Tip: use a time conversion site such as this one to ensure you don't miss the session: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ |
Stay Updated with the eCampus Events Calendar! Never miss a learning opportunity! The eCampus Events Calendar keeps you informed about upcoming workshops, webinars, and thematic workshops tailored for UN Volunteers. Explore sessions on career management, leadership, and essential UN competencies - all in one place. Stay ahead in your learning journey. Check the calendar now and plan your next learning! Pro Tip: use a time conversion site such as this one to ensure you don't miss the session: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ |
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CAREER CRAFT Level-up your career with these LIVE and INTERACTIVE sessions: |
CAREER CRAFT Level-up your career with these LIVE and INTERACTIVE sessions: |
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LeadForward masterclasses are an invaluable opportunity to gain insights from industry experts with years of specialized experience. Join Tom Wambeke, Chief of Learning Innovations at the International Training Centre of the ILO (ITC-ILO) todiscover practical tools from the UN 2.0 skills- like strategic foresight and innovation - that help you stay ahead of change. explore how new ways of thinking can spark innovation across fields. WHEN: 14 July, 02:00-03:00PM, CET You will walk away with: - Innovation tools to spark new ideas
- Tips to work better with people from different fields
- Ways to turn ideas into real action
Don’t miss this chance to grow your mindset and lead change - wherever you are. Sign up here! |
LeadForward masterclasses are an invaluable opportunity to gain insights from industry experts with years of specialized experience. Join Tom Wambeke, Chief of Learning Innovations at the International Training Centre of the ILO (ITC-ILO) todiscover practical tools from the UN 2.0 skills- like strategic foresight and innovation - that help you stay ahead of change. explore how new ways of thinking can spark innovation across fields. WHEN: 14 July, 02:00-03:00PM, CET You will walk away with: - Innovation tools to spark new ideas
- Tips to work better with people from different fields
- Ways to turn ideas into real action
Don’t miss this chance to grow your mindset and lead change - wherever you are. Sign up here! |
| Feeling ready but still holding back? You are not alone. This masterclass with Shana Ring, Professional Certified Coach and President of Desination Leadership, helps you clarify your goals, explore options, and take action - whether you're navigating a challenge, planning your next step, or building confidence in your role as a UN Volunteer. WHEN: 3 July, 02:00-03-00PM, CET You will learn the 5-step GUIDE model to: - Set clear Goals that matter to you
- Understand the current situation
- Gain Insight into new possibilities
- Design practical steps forward
- Enable support to overcome barriers
Join us to grow your confidence and show up as your best self - every day.Register here! |
Feeling ready but still holding back? You are not alone. This masterclass with Shana Ring, Professional Certified Coach and President of Desination Leadership, helps you clarify your goals, explore options, and take action - whether you're navigating a challenge, planning your next step, or building confidence in your role as a UN Volunteer. WHEN: 3 July, 02:00-03-00PM, CET You will learn the 5-step GUIDE model to: - Set clear Goals that matter to you
- Understand the current situation
- Gain Insight into new possibilities
- Design practical steps forward
- Enable support to overcome barriers
Join us to grow your confidence and show up as your best self - every day.Register here! |
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SHIFT Level 1 Launches 23 July: Your Career Adventure Begins! Are you ready to take charge of your future? SHIFT is a blended career management programme designed to help you grow with purpose. Through four interactive levels, you’ll explore your strengths, build a learning plan, and sharpen your application, resume writing and interviewing skills - all at your own pace, with expert and peer support along the way Join us for Level 1: Call to Adventure - the first step in your learning journey under the SHIFT programme. What's in it for you: - Understand how the world of work is changing — and what it means for you
- Discover your strengths and values through guided self-reflection
- Build a growth mindset to stay motivated and adaptable
- Start shaping your own career path with confidence
Complete the self-paced learning and sign-upfor the deep dive group coaching with an expert on 23 July, 10:00-11:30AM CET. Don’t miss your chance to level-up your career. |
SHIFT Level 1 Launches 23 July: Your Career Adventure Begins! Are you ready to take charge of your future? SHIFT is a blended career management programme designed to help you grow with purpose. Through four interactive levels, you’ll explore your strengths, build a learning plan, and sharpen your application, resume writing and interviewing skills - all at your own pace, with expert and peer support along the way Join us for Level 1: Call to Adventure - the first step in your learning journey under the SHIFT programme. What's in it for you: - Understand how the world of work is changing — and what it means for you
- Discover your strengths and values through guided self-reflection
- Build a growth mindset to stay motivated and adaptable
- Start shaping your own career path with confidence
Complete the self-paced learning and sign-upfor the deep dive group coaching with an expert on 23 July, 10:00-11:30AM CET. Don’t miss your chance to level-up your career. |
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Skills Surge Acquire and apply skills that matter now and in the future |
Skills Surge Acquire and apply skills that matter now and in the future |
Capacity Development Learning Facility (CDLF): Your Gateay to Growth CDLF is UNV’s flagship programme for building practical skills across key thematic areas aligned with your nearning needs. These are designed to empower your with practical and actionable learning to lead, grow, and thrive in your current role and beyond. |
Capacity Development Learning Facility (CDLF): Your Gateay to Growth CDLF is UNV’s flagship programme for building practical skills across key thematic areas aligned with your nearning needs. These are designed to empower your with practical and actionable learning to lead, grow, and thrive in your current role and beyond. |
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Liderar con determinación: Fundamentos de liderazgo ¡Libera tu potencial de liderazgo! Esta sesión interactiva te ayudará a liderar con confianza, entrenar a otros y crecer a través del cambio, empezando por ti mismo. 14-15 de julio, 05:00PM CET ¿Qué aprenderás? - Descubrir tu potencial de liderazgo y tus fortalezas personales
- Aprender a empoderar a otros a través del coaching
- Desarrollar resiliencia y adaptabilidad en entornos cambiantes
Inscríbete aquí |
Liderar con determinación: Fundamentos de liderazgo ¡Libera tu potencial de liderazgo! Esta sesión interactiva te ayudará a liderar con confianza, entrenar a otros y crecer a través del cambio, empezando por ti mismo. 14-15 de julio, 05:00PM CET ¿Qué aprenderás? - Descubrir tu potencial de liderazgo y tus fortalezas personales
- Aprender a empoderar a otros a través del coaching
- Desarrollar resiliencia y adaptabilidad en entornos cambiantes
Inscríbete aquí |
| Taller de gestión de la carrera Toma las riendas de tu carrera profesional. Aprende a alinear tus objetivos, elaborar candidaturas sobresalientes y superar entrevistas con claridad y determinación. 30-31 de julio, 04:00PM CET ¿Qué aprenderás? - Definir tus objetivos profesionales basándote en tus valores y fortalezas
- Crear un CV y una solicitud convincentes que cuenten tu historia
- Perfeccionar tus habilidades para las entrevistas y aumentar tu confianza en ti mismo
Inscríbete aquí |
Taller de gestión de la carrera Toma las riendas de tu carrera profesional. Aprende a alinear tus objetivos, elaborar candidaturas sobresalientes y superar entrevistas con claridad y determinación. 30-31 de julio, 04:00PM CET ¿Qué aprenderás? - Definir tus objetivos profesionales basándote en tus valores y fortalezas
- Crear un CV y una solicitud convincentes que cuenten tu historia
- Perfeccionar tus habilidades para las entrevistas y aumentar tu confianza en ti mismo
Inscríbete aquí |
| Project Management Essentials Plan, execute, and deliver results! Master the essentials of project management and Results-Based Management (RBM) to drive real-world impact. 21-22 July, 09:00AM CET
What you will learn: - Gain practical project planning and execution skills
- Use RBM to design effective, results-driven projects
- Set SMART objectives and logical frameworks
- Manage stakeholders and track project performance
Sign-up here! |
Project Management Essentials Plan, execute, and deliver results! Master the essentials of project management and Results-Based Management (RBM) to drive real-world impact. 21-22 July, 09:00AM CET
What you will learn: - Gain practical project planning and execution skills
- Use RBM to design effective, results-driven projects
- Set SMART objectives and logical frameworks
- Manage stakeholders and track project performance
Sign-up here! |
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UN 2.0 - EQUIP YOURSELF FOR THE FUTURE! As the UN evolves to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, so must we. The Quintet of Change is at the heart of this transformation — five future-focused skill areas that will shape the UN of tomorrow: - Strategic Foresight – Navigate uncertainty with confidence
- Data – Build impactful data ecosystems
- Innovation – Scale new solutions that work
- Behavioural Science – Enable better choices
- Digital – Become fluent in digital impact
As a UN Volunteer, you are a key driver of this change. To support your growth, explore curated expert-led courses via eCampus in English, French, and Spanish — from quick 10-minute insights to deep-dive 3-hour courses.
You can also enroll in the UN 2.0 Fundamentals E-Learning Paths from the UN System Staff College — five free, self-paced modules aligned with each skill area. |
UN 2.0 - EQUIP YOURSELF FOR THE FUTURE! As the UN evolves to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, so must we. The Quintet of Change is at the heart of this transformation — five future-focused skill areas that will shape the UN of tomorrow: - Strategic Foresight – Navigate uncertainty with confidence
- Data – Build impactful data ecosystems
- Innovation – Scale new solutions that work
- Behavioural Science – Enable better choices
- Digital – Become fluent in digital impact
As a UN Volunteer, you are a key driver of this change. To support your growth, explore curated expert-led courses via eCampus in English, French, and Spanish — from quick 10-minute insights to deep-dive 3-hour courses.
You can also enroll in the UN 2.0 Fundamentals E-Learning Paths from the UN System Staff College — five free, self-paced modules aligned with each skill area. |
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UPCOMING ONBOARDING WORKSHOPS Are you a New Volunteer? Did you Miss a Previous Onboarding Workshop?
SIGN UP NOW |
UPCOMING ONBOARDING WORKSHOPS Are you a New Volunteer? Did you Miss a Previous Onboarding Workshop?
SIGN UP NOW |
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VOLUNTEER ONBOARDING WORKSHOPS Welcome to the UNV family! As part of your onboarding journey, we warmly invite you to attend the Virtual Onboarding Workshop - a key step to ensure a smooth and inspiring start to your volunteer experience. This interactive session will help you: - Connect with fellow UN Volunteers and feel part of a global community
- Understand the role of UNV and how you contribute to the UN system
- Learn your rights and responsibilities as a UN Volunteer.
Workshops are offered in English, French, and Spanish to accommodate all volunteers.
Remember: Attending one onboarding workshop is mandatory for all volunteers. The upcoming Onboarding Workshops in July 2025 are shown here: - ENGLISH SESSION:Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 08:30AM - 11:00AM CEST REGISTER HERE
- SÉANCE FRANÇAIS: Mecredi, 16 Juillet 2025, 10:00AM - 12:30PM CESTS'INSCRIRE ICI
- SESIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Jueves, 17 de julio 2025, 16:00PM - 18:30PM CESTINSCRÍBETE AQUÍ
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VOLUNTEER ONBOARDING WORKSHOPS Welcome to the UNV family! As part of your onboarding journey, we warmly invite you to attend the Virtual Onboarding Workshop - a key step to ensure a smooth and inspiring start to your volunteer experience. This interactive session will help you: - Connect with fellow UN Volunteers and feel part of a global community
- Understand the role of UNV and how you contribute to the UN system
- Learn your rights and responsibilities as a UN Volunteer.
Workshops are offered in English, French, and Spanish to accommodate all volunteers.
Remember: Attending one onboarding workshop is mandatory for all volunteers. The upcoming Onboarding Workshops in July 2025 are shown here: - ENGLISH SESSION:Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 08:30AM - 11:00AM CEST REGISTER HERE
- SÉANCE FRANÇAIS: Mecredi, 16 Juillet 2025, 10:00AM - 12:30PM CESTS'INSCRIRE ICI
- SESIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Jueves, 17 de julio 2025, 16:00PM - 18:30PM CESTINSCRÍBETE AQUÍ
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Connect and Learn Do you Aspire to Inspire? |
Connect and Learn Do you Aspire to Inspire? |
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Invest in You – Learning & Career Development at UNV Ready to grow your skills and shape your future? Join the UNV Learning Hour — an interactive session designed to help you build a personalized learning plan and explore learning opportunities offered by UNV 17 July, 02:00-03:00PM, CET In a safe, supportive space, you’ll: - Discover tools to align your learning with your goals
- Highlight your transferable skills and build new ones
- Learn about online learning platforms, curated learning journeys, and thematic workshops
- Connect with fellow volunteers and ask your questions in a live Q&A
Whether you're planning your next move or investing in personal growth — this session is for you. Don’t miss it - sign-up NOW! |
Invest in You – Learning & Career Development at UNV Ready to grow your skills and shape your future? Join the UNV Learning Hour — an interactive session designed to help you build a personalized learning plan and explore learning opportunities offered by UNV 17 July, 02:00-03:00PM, CET In a safe, supportive space, you’ll: - Discover tools to align your learning with your goals
- Highlight your transferable skills and build new ones
- Learn about online learning platforms, curated learning journeys, and thematic workshops
- Connect with fellow volunteers and ask your questions in a live Q&A
Whether you're planning your next move or investing in personal growth — this session is for you. Don’t miss it - sign-up NOW! |
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Empower for Change! Champion positive transformations and promote UN values |
Empower for Change! Champion positive transformations and promote UN values |
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Stand Up Against Sexual Misconduct! ENGLISH: Tuesday 1 July, 2025, 12:00PM - 14:30PM CEST Register here! ESPAÑOL: Miércoles, 2 de Julio, 2025, 16:00PM - 18:30PM CEST ¡Regístrese aquí! FRANÇAIS: Jeudi, 10 juillet 2025, 11:00AM - 13:30PM CEST S'INSCRIRE ICI Join the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) Workshop, an interactive, safe-space session designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to combat sexual misconduct. What you will be able to do: - Define and recognize sexual misconduct.
- Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable behavior.
- Prioritize victims’ needs with empathy.
- Understand your roles and responsibilities in addressing incidents.
For more information on PSEAH, check out our PSEAH page on eCampus. And complete your mandatory courses today if you haven't already! |
Stand Up Against Sexual Misconduct! ENGLISH: Tuesday 1 July, 2025, 12:00PM - 14:30PM CEST Register here! ESPAÑOL: Miércoles, 2 de Julio, 2025, 16:00PM - 18:30PM CEST ¡Regístrese aquí! FRANÇAIS: Jeudi, 10 juillet 2025, 11:00AM - 13:30PM CEST S'INSCRIRE ICI Join the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) Workshop, an interactive, safe-space session designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to combat sexual misconduct. What you will be able to do: - Define and recognize sexual misconduct.
- Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable behavior.
- Prioritize victims’ needs with empathy.
- Understand your roles and responsibilities in addressing incidents.
For more information on PSEAH, check out our PSEAH page on eCampus. And complete your mandatory courses today if you haven't already! |
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Any questions? For more information, please see unv.org and learning.unv.org. Use the eCampus contact form to ask about learning, and support@unv.org for volunteer recruitment, COS policy and process, or anything UNV. You can also find answers to your FAQs on UNV Conditions of Service in the e-learning modules on eCampus. Policy and process made easy for you! |
Any questions? For more information, please see unv.org and learning.unv.org. Use the eCampus contact form to ask about learning, and support@unv.org for volunteer recruitment, COS policy and process, or anything UNV. You can also find answers to your FAQs on UNV Conditions of Service in the e-learning modules on eCampus. Policy and process made easy for you! |
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Happy Learning!UNV Capacity Development Team 2025 |
Happy Learning!UNV Capacity Development Team 2025 |
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