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Building a more secure world • Director Robin Geiss
Robin Geiss is a German academic specializing in public international law. In 2021, he was appointed by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres as Director of the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research. Prior to this, Geiss held various academic appointments including as Swiss Chair of International Humanitarian Law at the Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights and Director of the Glasgow Centre for International Law and Security at the University of Glasgow. .. more
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On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we’re partnering with artist Franziska Greber to bring DISARMING SILENCE, an immersive art installation, to the Palais des Nations.
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📄Read here: unidir.org/FranziskaG
Want to know more about this project?
📄Read here: unidir.org/FranziskaG
Thank you to all speakers, participants, and partners who made the #ID25 an inspiring platform for advancing discussions on neurotechnology and international security 👏
Your insights and collaboration are vital in shaping responsible governance for emerging technologies.
Your insights and collaboration are vital in shaping responsible governance for emerging technologies.
How does banditry violence affect communities in North West Nigeria? 🇳🇬
🔍 UNIDIR’s latest data dashboard explores their experiences, challenges and needs: bit.ly/4pg3PA0
🔍 UNIDIR’s latest data dashboard explores their experiences, challenges and needs: bit.ly/4pg3PA0
UNIDIR Innovations Dialogue 2025
This year’s Innovations Dialogue will focus on neurotechnologies — a fast-evolving field with wide-ranging applications in both civilian and military context...
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🌐 UNIDIR’s Innovation Dialogue starts now! #ID25
Couldn't make it to Geneva? No worries! Join us via #livestream and be part of the discussion 🔴⬇️
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Couldn't make it to Geneva? No worries! Join us via #livestream and be part of the discussion 🔴⬇️
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As neurotechnologies evolve and their security applications expand, at UNIDIR's #ID25 panel 4, senior leaders will assess the governance landscape, ongoing international efforts, and pathways to address risks while promoting responsible innovation.
🔗 unidir.org/ID25
🔗 unidir.org/ID25
What does neurotechnology mean for tomorrow’s battlefield?
Panel 3 at UNIDIR’s Innovation Dialogue #ID25 brings top experts to discuss current uses, future trends, and the implications of neurotechnology in the military domain.
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
Panel 3 at UNIDIR’s Innovation Dialogue #ID25 brings top experts to discuss current uses, future trends, and the implications of neurotechnology in the military domain.
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
During the #16Days of Activism, UNIDIR is partnering with artist Franziska Greber 🖌️
Through art and dialogue, her installation DISARMING SILENCE invites reflections about violence against women.
🗓️ 25 November - 10 December, Geneva
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/GBVInstallation
Through art and dialogue, her installation DISARMING SILENCE invites reflections about violence against women.
🗓️ 25 November - 10 December, Geneva
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/GBVInstallation
The North West is the epicentre of banditry violence in Nigeria, but common narratives of the crisis miss the mark.
📖 Read UNIDIR’s newest report about the realities of banditry beyond simplistic narratives of farmer-herder violence and ethnic conflict: unidir.org/MEACFindings47
📖 Read UNIDIR’s newest report about the realities of banditry beyond simplistic narratives of farmer-herder violence and ethnic conflict: unidir.org/MEACFindings47
What is life like for children forced into conflict? 👧🏽👦🏽
On today’s #WorldChildrensDay, hear from children themselves 🇳🇬
Our research reveals their stories and photos, showing life under Boko Haram and the courage it took to find a way out.
📖 unidir.org/nigeriayouth
On today’s #WorldChildrensDay, hear from children themselves 🇳🇬
Our research reveals their stories and photos, showing life under Boko Haram and the courage it took to find a way out.
📖 unidir.org/nigeriayouth
What are the risks of neurotechnology?
From ethics and human rights to data governance and societal impact, UNIDIR's Innovations Dialogue #ID25 panel 2 will examine the broad risks emerging as neurotechnologies rapidly advance.
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
From ethics and human rights to data governance and societal impact, UNIDIR's Innovations Dialogue #ID25 panel 2 will examine the broad risks emerging as neurotechnologies rapidly advance.
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
Only 5️⃣ days to go until UNIDIR’s #ID25 on neurotechnologies and their implications for international peace and security 🧠
🗓️ 24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
🗓️ 24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
What happens when nuclear deterrence fails? 💥
In UNIDIR’s latest commentary, Andrey Baklitskiy reflects on “A House of Dynamite” and what the film gets right about nuclear risk, decision-making, and the limits of deterrence.
🔗 unidir.org/HouseofDyn
In UNIDIR’s latest commentary, Andrey Baklitskiy reflects on “A House of Dynamite” and what the film gets right about nuclear risk, decision-making, and the limits of deterrence.
🔗 unidir.org/HouseofDyn
Meet the experts of UNIDIR’s Innovations Dialogue #ID25 in our Panel 1!
Join leading voices as they unpack what neurotechnologies are, where the field stands today, and how it may shape tomorrow’s security landscape 🧠
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
Join leading voices as they unpack what neurotechnologies are, where the field stands today, and how it may shape tomorrow’s security landscape 🧠
🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID25
On this World Day for the Prevention and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence, our new report examines challenges in understanding and addressing conflict-related sexual violence against men and boys—and what can be done about it.
📖 unidir.org/CRSVMenAndBoys
📖 unidir.org/CRSVMenAndBoys
Founded in 1980 to provide an impartial space for evidence and dialogue, UNIDIR’s mission is just as vital in 2025 🌍
Marking 45 years, we’re launching a new strategy to navigate the future of international security.
📰 unidir.org/5YearStrategy
#UNIDIR45
Marking 45 years, we’re launching a new strategy to navigate the future of international security.
📰 unidir.org/5YearStrategy
#UNIDIR45
States and organizations meet in 🇨🇷 for the 2nd International Conference of the EWIPA Declaration this week.
🔗 Explore UNIDIR’s new report on how data can be leveraged to strengthen protection of civilians and advance the Declaration’s goals: unidir.org/EWIPA25
🔗 Explore UNIDIR’s new report on how data can be leveraged to strengthen protection of civilians and advance the Declaration’s goals: unidir.org/EWIPA25
For communities affected by explosive weapons, implementing age- and gender-sensitive victim assistance is fundamental for long-lasting change.
📖 Ahead of the #EWIPA Conference in 🇨🇷, read our commentary with research insights and recommendations: unidir.org/SensAssistance
📖 Ahead of the #EWIPA Conference in 🇨🇷, read our commentary with research insights and recommendations: unidir.org/SensAssistance
En el inicio de la #COP30, UNIDIR destaca su estudio sobre perturbaciones climáticas, deforestación y conflicto armado, para orientar los esfuerzos hacia los objetivos climáticos, proteger la biodiversidad y promover una paz duradera 🌿
📘 unidir.org/MEACFindings43
📘 unidir.org/MEACFindings43
How do community members feel about people who come back from Boko Haram? 👥🇳🇬
UNIDIR's latest brief explores community acceptance towards former associates in the North East of Nigeria – and how to foster it through tailored reintegration support.
📖 unidir.org/BuildingBridges
UNIDIR's latest brief explores community acceptance towards former associates in the North East of Nigeria – and how to foster it through tailored reintegration support.
📖 unidir.org/BuildingBridges
How might neurotechnologies transform the military domain and global discussions on disarmament? 🧠
Ahead of #ID25, explore UNIDIR’s latest primer examining opportunities, risks and governance considerations.
📘 unidir.org/NeurotechInMil
Ahead of #ID25, explore UNIDIR’s latest primer examining opportunities, risks and governance considerations.
📘 unidir.org/NeurotechInMil
UNIDIR marks 45 years of advancing international security 🌐
Join a special event exploring the next 45 years—from anticipatory governance to arms control and emerging tech.
Shaping a more secure future starts now.
🔗 unidir.org/UNIDIRat45
#UNIDIR45
Join a special event exploring the next 45 years—from anticipatory governance to arms control and emerging tech.
Shaping a more secure future starts now.
🔗 unidir.org/UNIDIRat45
#UNIDIR45
What risks do neurotechnologies pose in the digital age? 🌐
Join Dr Virginia Mahieu from the Center for Future Generations at the Innovations Dialogue 2025 #ID25 to learn more.
📍24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
Join Dr Virginia Mahieu from the Center for Future Generations at the Innovations Dialogue 2025 #ID25 to learn more.
📍24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
Thank you to the @parispeaceforum.bsky.social and great co-panellists Jacinda Ardern, Yoshua Bengio, Vilas Dhar and Nicholas Butts for yesterday's discussion.
Bridging AI safety and security is key to counter malicious use and strengthen global cooperation 🌍
🗞️ unidir.org/PPF25
Bridging AI safety and security is key to counter malicious use and strengthen global cooperation 🌍
🗞️ unidir.org/PPF25
How may neurotechnologies impact warfare today and in the future?
Join Lukasz Kamienski from Jagiellonian University at #ID25 to explore current applications and emerging trends in defense.
📍 24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
Join Lukasz Kamienski from Jagiellonian University at #ID25 to explore current applications and emerging trends in defense.
📍 24 November, Geneva and online
🔗 Register: unidir.org/ID25
UNIDIR, UNODA and @diplo.de have launched a new webinar series in support of the 2026 Open-Ended Technical Expert Group on the UN Programme of Action on Small Arms and Light Weapons and the International Tracing Instrument.
🔗 unidir.org/OETEG25
@smallarmssurvey.bsky.social @belgiummfa.bsky.social
🔗 unidir.org/OETEG25
@smallarmssurvey.bsky.social @belgiummfa.bsky.social
🌐 UNIDIR’s Cyber Policy Portal is now multilingual!
Now available in all six official UN languages, the Portal expands access to global insights and country profiles on cybersecurity.
🔎 Explore the #CPP: cyberpolicyportal.org
Now available in all six official UN languages, the Portal expands access to global insights and country profiles on cybersecurity.
🔎 Explore the #CPP: cyberpolicyportal.org
Live at @parispeaceforum.bsky.social! 🕊️ UNIDIR’s Director, along with Jacinda Ardern and global experts, explores how to govern AI’s adversarial uses — from disinformation to proliferation risks.
Join us at Musée de l’Homme – Stage A or watch live here 👉 bit.ly/47N7yz8
#PPF2025
Join us at Musée de l’Homme – Stage A or watch live here 👉 bit.ly/47N7yz8
#PPF2025
Happening today!
Join UNIDIR and UNREC for a discussion on advancing the Women, Peace and Security Agenda in Africa.
We'll explore how gender-responsive arms control can help prevent sexual and gender-based violence.
📅 11:30–13:00 GMT, online
🔗 unidir.org/25YearsOfWPS
Join UNIDIR and UNREC for a discussion on advancing the Women, Peace and Security Agenda in Africa.
We'll explore how gender-responsive arms control can help prevent sexual and gender-based violence.
📅 11:30–13:00 GMT, online
🔗 unidir.org/25YearsOfWPS
Disarmament: Securing Humanity's Future
In a world threatened by weapons of mass destruction, conventional arms and emerging cyberwarfare, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres presents a new agenda for disarmament to save humanity, save lives and secure our common future. In a special appeal to young people, he pledges the support of the United Nations to empower them to lead the way to change.
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From nuclear to autonomous weapons, disarmament remains vital for peace and security.
During this #DisarmamentWeek, we spotlight UNIDIR’s commitment to advancing advancing research and dialogue for evidence-based disarmament and arms control.
🎥 bit.ly/430kLC2 #UNIDIR45
During this #DisarmamentWeek, we spotlight UNIDIR’s commitment to advancing advancing research and dialogue for evidence-based disarmament and arms control.
🎥 bit.ly/430kLC2 #UNIDIR45