Intro to UN Geneva Services and Conferencing for New Diplomats – 6th Edition

Europe/Zurich
In-Person
B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library (Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland)

B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

Palais des Nations

Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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Description

       

The United Nations Office at Geneva invites recently arrived Permanent Representatives and diplomats to an informative and interactive event to discover UN Geneva and its many functions and services. 

This sixth edition is in-person session and will be held on Tuesday, 8 October from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Library Events Room (first floor, B Building, Palais des Nations). It will provide an opportunity for new diplomats to meet each other, network and hear from UN Geneva and diplomatic leadership in person. In addition, diplomats will be presented with a package of on-demand videos and materials about the practical aspects of UN Geneva services, that they can view and consult whenever needed. This session is also an occasion for diplomats to share feedback concerning their needs to effectively do their work.

Registration
Registration - Intro to UN Geneva to New Diplomats
Contact
    • 09:00 09:30
      Welcome Coffee/ Networking
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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    • 09:30 09:40
      Opening Remarks: Introduction
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate, 1st Floor UN Library & Archives Building
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      Convener: Francesco Pisano (UNOG)
    • 09:40 09:55
      Opening Remarks: Remarks by Director General on the Mission and Vision of UN Geneva
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate, 1st Floor UN Library & Archives Building
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      Convener: Tatiana Valovaya
    • 09:55 10:05
      Presentation: Remarks by the Permanent Mission of Switzerland, Ms. Anna Ifkovits Horner, Ambassador, Deputy Permanent Representative
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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    • 10:05 10:45
      Q&A: Briefing with UN Geneva Directors. Division of Conference Management, Division of Administration, Library and Archives.
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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    • 10:45 11:30
      Interactive discussion: Reflections by experienced ambassador at UN Geneva. Discussion and questions with audience
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate, 1st Floor UN Library & Archives Building
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    • 11:30 11:45
      Presentation: Introduction to dedicated Resource Guide for New Diplomats and video playlist
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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    • 11:45 12:15
      Guided Tours: Library / UN Museum Geneva
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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    • 12:15 12:30
      Wrap-up and session ends: UN Library & Archives Geneva
      In-Person
      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      B/01-135 - B-1-135 - Library

      Palais des Nations

      Palais des Nations, B Building, Entry point : Pregny Gate and/or Peace gate. B. Building. 1st Floor UN Library & Archives.
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