As the international community works to address growing space security challenges, UNIDIR’s #UNGA First Committee side event will examine the impact of emerging technologies — including AI and quantum communications. 🗓️ 27 October, 13:15–14:30 EDT, NY 🔗 unidir.org/1CSpaceThreats

When nations race to expand their nuclear arsenals, what are the real costs? UNIDIR’s latest report shows that beyond budgets, the costs are strategic, humanitarian and institutional – and they’re rising fast. 📘 Read the full report: unidir.org/NuclearRace

This #WorldSpaceWeek, check out UNIDIR’s Lexicon for Outer Space Security — a tool designed to help the world speak the same language about peace and security in outer space 🚀 Clarity in words leads to confidence in action! 🪐 🔗 spacesecuritylexicon.org

This Friday during #FirstCommittee, UNIDIR will join an event hosted by Malta 🇲🇹 to mark 25 years of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda. The discussion will explore how #WPS intersects with disarmament and arms control efforts. 📅 10 October, NY 🔗 unidir.org/WPSat1C

Subsea cables are vital to global connectivity, yet they are increasingly vulnerable to threats. Join us and the Permanent Mission of Ireland to the UN at #UNGA First Committee as we discuss our recent report, explore threats, protections and policy pathways. 🔗 unidir.org/SubseaCables

Over 120 countries have joined the UN Global Points of Contact Directory since May 2024. 📅 Join us on 15 October in NY or online to explore its progress and future ahead of the Global Mechanism launch in 2026. RSVP by 12 October: unidir.org/CyberDirectory

Last week, UNIDIR delivered a presentation as part of the WFUNA training programme, engaging university students and introducing them to UNIDIR’s work — with a special focus on the UN framework for responsible State behaviour in cyberspace 🤝🇺🇳

The UN Security Council holds its Annual Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security today. As AI becomes increasingly present, technology is one of the key topics of this year’s debate. 📖 Read our factsheet to find out how AI and #WPS are connected: unidir.org/AIandWPS

Открыт 4-й раунд фотоконкурса «Молодежные видения мира»! 📷 Мир без оружия – каким ты его видишь? 📥 Присылай свое фото: unidir.org/YouthVisions #YouthUNIDIR

During this year’s First Committee session, UNIDIR will host a series of side events addressing today’s most pressing security challenges—including on AI, arms control, outer space, subsea cables and more. 🌐 Explore our events: unidir.org/1CEvents

The fourth round of the Youth Visions of Peace photo campaign is now open! 📷 Disarming the world - What would your world look like without weapons? 📥 Submit your photo: unidir.org/YouthVisions #YouthUNIDIR

How does violence impact daily life in North West Nigeria? 🇳🇬 UNIDIR’s new dashboard provides weekly data from 3️⃣ communities affected by banditry—covering security incidents, market activity and more. 🔍 meac.unidir.org/nga/nw-observatory #InternationalDayOfNonViolence

Today at the Global Cybersecurity Forum, UNIDIR Director emphasized the role of multilateralism in raising global awareness of the evolving cyber threat landscape—and in preparing for the impacts of emerging technologies like AI and quantum. #GCF2025

Last night, Geneva’s Jet d’Eau lit up for #UNIDIR45, marking 45 years of promoting peace through research, dialogue and cooperation. A big thank you to everyone who continues to shape this journey. Here’s to the next chapter in building a safer, more secure world 💙

What does the Youth, Peace and Security Agenda mean to you? 🕊️ We asked UNIDIR Graduate Professional Aleksandra Lankamer for her perspective. 👉 Learn more about #YPS and disarmament in the new module of our Youth Disarmament Orientation Course: unidir.org/youth-disarm

Tonight, Geneva’s iconic Jet d’Eau will glow for UNIDIR’s 45th anniversary. Can you guess the colours? ✨ #UNIDIR45

On this #InternationalTranslationDay, explore UNIDIR’s Space Security Lexicon available in all six UN languages! 🛰️ Seguridad espacial 🛰️ Sécurité spatiale 🛰️ Космическая безопасность 🛰️ الأمن الفضائيي 🛰️ 空间安全 🛰️ Space security 🔗 spacesecuritylexicon.org

As part of #OS25, UNIDIR and CIGI invited young people worldwide to share their perspectives on future challenges in space security 🚀✨ Meet the winners and learn how UNIDIR is committed to amplifying youth voices in space security discussions. 🗞️ unidir.org/OS25Winners

The total elimination of nuclear weapons will require effective verification. On this International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, discover how UNIDIR is advancing this goal through practical research and field-based work. 🔗 unidir.org/MenzingenReport

Verification is a vital part of most arms control treaties, but strict verification can exist outside of treaties. UNIDIR’s new report introduces demonstrative verification: a way for States to prove compliance through unilateral, transparent measures. 🔗 unidir.org/dv

On this International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, read UNIDIR’s @redalaqua.bsky.social’s article on a human rights approach to nuclear regimes and lessons from the legacy of nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands ⬇️

UNIDIR just launched 2️⃣ new modules in our Youth Disarmament Orientation Course: 🔹 Women, Peace and Security 🔹 Youth, Peace and Security 🔗 Explore them: unidir.org/youth-disarm

The UNODA-UNIDIR Disarmament Orientation Course 2025 has officially ended! This week, diplomats explored the Biological Weapons Convention, conventional weapons and ammunition, AI and more. A big thank you to all participants and experts! 👏 🔗 unidir.org/DOC

Final call to contribute to our 2025 Innovations Dialogue ⏳ Submit your abstract by 28 September to be part of #ID25 and join the conversation on responsible military neurotechnology. 🔗 Details: unidir.org/ID25Posters

📢 The third round of the Youth Visions of Peace photo campaign is now open! 📷 Harnessing technology for peace – How can technology shape peace? 📥 Submit your photo: unidir.org/YouthVisions #YouthUNIDIR #Youth4Disarmament #YouthLead

UNIDIR and @sipri.org just released a new Insight, examining how national security priorities align with national budgets, using Kenya as an Exploratory Case Study. 📖 Explore how financial allocations reflect what States define as their security needs: unidir.org/AlignBudget

It was a great pleasure to discuss with Anka Feldhusen @aa-stabilisiert.bsky.social our joint work in the Lake Chad Basin on managing exits from armed conflict. Germany's support for this work has been fundamental. Read our related reports here: unidir.org/MEAC

The first session chaired by Dr. Sibylle Bauer (@sipri.org) will look at current trends on global arms markets, with interventions from Paul Holtom (@unidir.org), Dr. Julien Malizard (@ECODEF_IHEDN), Katarina Djokic (@SIPRI.org).

Securing the final frontier through multilateral action 🛰️ UNIDIR's Outer Space Security Conference 2025 gathered over 1,000 participants to explore how the world can protect the peaceful use of outer space. 🗞️ Read the highlights from #OS25: unidir.org/OS25Recap

Today marks 28 years since the adoption of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, which seeks to end the suffering and casualties caused by anti-personnel landmines. Read our policy brief outlining concrete actions to better connect victim assistance with the WPS Agenda 👇 🔗 unidir.org/NewDirAPMBC

Hosted by the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, UNIDIR recently presented its report on the role of the WMD-Free Zone initiative in combating weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East. 🔗 Read the full report: unidir.org/CombatingWMD

Last days to apply! UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme is seeking a Graduate Professional interested in gaining hands-on experience in communications. 🗓️ 6 months, with the possibility of extension 📍Geneva Apply by 21 September ✍️ unidir.org/SecTecComms

The agenda for UNIDIR's 2025 Innovations Dialogue is now live! #ID25 Join us on 24 November in Geneva and online to explore the implications of neurotechnologies for international peace and security 🧠🤖 🔗 Explore the agenda and register: unidir.org/ID25

UNIDIR-UNODA’s sixth annual Disarmament Orientation Course kicked off today! Over the next two weeks, newly arrived diplomats in Geneva will be immersed in the complex world of disarmament and arms control, learning from leading experts in the field 🕊️📚 🔗 unidir.org/DOC

Thank you to all our speakers, partners and participants for making the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 a success! 👏 Special thanks to UNIDIR’s core funding, which makes events like #OS25 possible 🚀

This week, UNIDIR had the pleasure of meeting a group of interns from @giz.de as part of their visit to Geneva. We discussed UNIDIR’s research, advice and dialogue activities, focusing particularly on our Integrated Approaches Programme 🤝

🚀 Day two of the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 starts now! #OS25 Couldn't make it to Geneva? No worries! Join us via #live stream and be part of the discussion 🔴⬇️ unidir.org/OS25-is-go

🚀 The Outer Space Security Conference 2025 starts now! #OS25 Couldn't make it to Geneva? No worries! Join us via #live stream and be part of the discussion 🔴⬇️ unidir.org/OS25-is-go

UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme is looking for a Graduate Professional to support communications efforts for its flagship events and outreach initiatives. 🗓️ 6 months, with the possibility of extension 📍 Geneva Apply by 21 September ✍️ unidir.org/SecTecComms

The second round of the Youth Visions of Peace photo campaign is now open! 📷✨ My story, my strength: How can perspective shape our stories? 📥 Submit your photo: unidir.org/YouthVisions #YouthUNIDIR

🚀 Happening tomorrow! #OS25 🌌 Get ready to join leading experts as they explore technical, legal and policy solutions to ensure that outer space remains peaceful, secure and accessible to all. 🗓️ 9-10 September 📍 Geneva and online ➡️ unidir.org/OS25

Beatrice Hainaut of @irsem.bsky.social is joining the Outer Space Security Conference 2025! 🛰️ Register now for #OS25, taking place next week, and hear her insights on threats to space systems and their consequences for space and Earth 🌎 🔗 unidir.org/0S25

The Group of Governmental Experts on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems is meeting this week 🤝 Read UNIDIR’s newest factsheet to learn more about the opportunities and obstacles of AI for Women, Peace and Security. 📖 unidir.org/AIandWPS

Just 5️⃣ days to go to UNIDIR’s Outer Space Security Conference 2025! #OS25 Join us for two days with expert panels, youth voices, a tech demonstration and a special session with a sci-fi author 🚀 Register ➡️ unidir.org/OS25

During their visit to Geneva, UNIDIR was honoured to meet with the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Peace Messengers from Japan 🇺🇳🤝🇯🇵 We deeply admire their dedication to carry forward the message of Hibakusha and the total elimination of nuclear weapons.

Research and development in cislunar space technologies and missions are increasing rapidly 🌕 Register for #OS25 and join Antonino Salmeri as he addresses this issue 🚀 🔗 unidir.org/OS25

Join our Keynote Conversation at #OS25! 🌍✨ Hear from the heads of UNIDIR, @itu.int and UNOOSA as they reflect on the role of multilateral institutions in shaping a secure, inclusive and sustainable future for outer space. 🔗 unidir.org/OS25

How do AI technologies proliferate and what steps can be taken to counter proliferation? 🤖 UNIDIR’s new research project will explore these questions and suggest actionable policy recommendations for the international community. 🔗 Learn more about it: unidir.org/CounterAIProlif

As space systems become increasingly entangled with national security architectures, concerns about strategic predictability in the space domain are gaining renewed attention. Join #OS25 on 9–10 September to explore these issues with Laura Grego. 🔗 unidir.org/OS25

🚀 The updated agenda for the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 is now live! #OS25 will feature expert panels, youth voices, a live tech demo and a special session with a sci-fi author! 🗓️ 9–10 September 📍 Room VII, Palais des Nations, Geneva 🔗 unidir.org/OS25