Volunteer Learning Newsletter February 2023 |
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Hello UN Volunteer, See what opportunities are coming up and all the big news for you this month. |
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International Volunteer Day survey results International Volunteer Day (IVD) is about recognizing volunteers like yourself and highlighting the importance of volunteering worldwide. Over five hundred UN Volunteers took part in the IVD 2022 survey this month. We are pleased to share the survey results. Thank you for taking the time to participate. Your responses contribute to our analyses as we continue to improve activities around this day to make them unique and worthwhile in 2023. |
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Complete the essential e-course on Volunteering for the Sustainable Development Goals Bienvenus ! ¡Bienvenidos/as! to all our French and Spanish speakers!
Join the 3300 volunteers who have already taken the e-course. And you, too, can confidently and passionately explain the positive impact of your volunteering to your peers and community members. Discover how people around the world volunteer, the role of volunteering in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda, and more. So why wait? Complete this UNV essential course today! |
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Transform Your Career Development with Career Tips Thursday! Want to explore career opportunities? Do you value professional development? Are you looking for career tips? Join Career Tips Thursday, a monthly one-hour webinar series for UN personnel, offering tips, guidance, and insights on professional and career development. Brought to you by United Nations Volunteers (UNV), in partnership with the UN Office at Geneva (UNOG), and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Take advantage of this opportunity by registering at this link. And visit UNOG's website for more information on Career Tips Thursday topics and dates. |
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Introducing the 2023 Career Labs Program, formerly known as Virtual Career Labs (VCLs)! Since 2017, the VCLs have successfully helped UN personnel advance their careers, and we're excited to announce that the program is now better than ever as the Career Labs (CLs). Aligned with the People for 2030 strategy, the CLs cover the four stages of your career journey: 'Know Yourself', 'Know your Actions', 'Plan your Actions', and 'Create your Future'. Brought to you in collaboration with UNDP, these interactive sessions are available in English, French, and Spanish, making them accessible to all serving UN Volunteers. To register, simply follow our instructions: - UN Volunteers serving with UNDP: Save your spot by using this registration form.
- UN Volunteers serving with all other UN host entities: See CL session topics and registration links below.
Recordings are always available on-demand on UNV eCampus' Career Labs Library if you missed a session. Got questions? Contact UNDP Talent Development Unit/OHR at career.development@undp.org |
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- 28 Feb (EN) from 9 to 10 AM UTC+1: How to create a professional development plan for your personal success. Link to join.
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| - 2 March (EN) from 9 to 10 AM UTC+1: Your connected conversation and how to manage challenging conversations. Link to join.
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- 14 March (EN) from 3 to 4 PM UTC+1: Impact, presence, and visibility. Link to join.
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| - 22 March (EN) from 3 to 4 PM UTC+1: Career Development and Mobility. Link to join.
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Stand up against sexual misconduct and join the workshops on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) Together with your peers, you'll acquire the skills to recognize and define sexual misconduct, differentiate between acceptable and unacceptable behavior, prioritize victims' needs with empathy, and understand your obligations and responsibilities when addressing incidents of sexual misconduct. Register for the upcoming workshops in English and Spanish in March 2023 - Sign up here! Also, see UNV Guidance on How to Report Misconduct (FR & ES). And complete your mandatory courses today if you haven't already! |
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Be a human rights champion, join the UNV Anti-Racism Dialogues! Join us on 28 February at 3:00 PM UTC+1 Take a stand against racial discrimination by attending our upcoming workshop! Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive global community. During this essential learning session, we aim to: - Increase awareness about racial and other forms of discrimination.
- Foster a shared understanding of the concepts of racism and discrimination.
- Provide actionable ideas to become more anti-racist.
- Establish a safe environment to discuss race openly.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute to a more equitable world. Register now via the Zoom link. |
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YOU, WE, US is a monthly online forum for YOU to share knowledge and experience as WE learn together to find US a better way forward. Unlock your full potential and advance your career with LinkedIn Learning! Join us on 28 February at 1:00 PM UTC+1 If you're curious about how to acquire new skills and competencies, select the right courses, or stay up-to-date on the latest learning trends, join us for our upcoming You, We, Us webinar. During this exciting event, you'll discover: - Current industry trends and in-demand skills for future career success.
- How to develop a growth mindset and take full advantage of LinkedIn Learning.
- Available courses and learning paths tailored to your professional interests.
Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to learn from industry professionals and take your career to the next level. Plus, get answers to your questions during Q&A. Register here. Also visit our dedicated LinkedIn Learning page on UNV eCampus. |
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How to stay engaged with online learning? Are you interested in learning how to be a successful online learner? Then don't miss this webinar on Thursday, March 2nd at 4.00 PM UTC+1. We understand that it can be challenging to stay engaged online when you don't see your peer face-to-face. But with tips from experts in the field of online learning and education, we'll help you make the most out of your online education — and have fun doing it! You’ll learn how to be successful in online contexts through interactive learning, and you'll get answers to questions like: - How can I stay focused when I'm taking an online course?
- What are some ways that I can find support to help me succeed?
- How can I learn and grow continuously while still being flexible?
- How to access courses and use the learning platform effectively? And more!
Register here for the webinar on Thursday, 02nd of March at 4.00 PM UTC+1. |
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Self-paced Learning for you! |
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Expand your personal and professional development to the next level with UNV online programs! See how to apply for UNV online programmes. With thousands of courses, tutorials, and certifications available, the possibilities are endless. Discover a new language with Rosetta Stone, access free learning opportunities on LinkedIn Learning, earn a university certificate with Coursera. Or receive one-on-one coaching and get certified through our conflict, peace, and security courses from UNITAR. Take the first step towards unlocking your potential and explore all that UNV online programs have to offer. Apply today and start your journey towards success. |
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Happy Learning!UNV Capacity Development Team |
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