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Gender still shapes the likelihood of pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. On #InternationalWomensDay, help us break the gender gap in STEM & everywhere else! https://lnkd.in/eJrFCKmF GEM Report UNESCO

🔴 LIVE NOW: K-pop group SEVENTEEN become @UNESCO's Youth Ambassador! Tune in to witness history in the making! SEVENTEEN, the chart-topping 13-member group, is being officially appointed as UNESCO's first-ever Goodwill Ambassador for Youth. Join now and be part of this monumental moment: https://lnkd.in/dUF4TsWD #GoingTogether #TeamSVT #SEVENTEEN #UNESCO

Get ready for a historic moment!✨ K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN will officially become UNESCO 's first-ever Goodwill Ambassador for #Youth at a special ceremony in Paris. Inspiring young people globally with their message of unity and action, SEVENTEEN will use its music and influence to support UNESCO's values and create positive change for youth around the world. Don’t miss the ceremony TODAY at 10 AM GMT+2: https://lnkd.in/dUF4TsWD #GoingTogether #TeamSVT #SEVENTEEN #세븐틴

-1 month to the final destination of the #OlympicTorchRelay! Today, the torch is in Strasbourg, inscribed on the UNESCO #WorldHeritage list in 1988. Did you know that the inscription took place in two phases? First, the Grande-Île, the historic centre of Strasbourg, structured around the cathedral. Second, the Neustadt, new town, designed and built under the German administration (1871-1918). In exactly one month the Torch will reach its final destination… Paris! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUmqHdB8

From ancient rituals to pop icons, Olympic ceremonies blend tradition and innovation, uniting nations through art and sport. UNESCO and the Olympic Museum are showcasing these magical moments of human connection and #CulturalHeritage at the new photo exhibition presented today at UNESCO HQ. Join us in honoring the Olympic spirit in a colorful display of tradition and sportsmanship. Thank you to the support of the Swiss Confederation. https://lnkd.in/eUZhwk4n

Mark your calendars for 26 June 2024, as K-pop group SEVENTEEN make history by becoming UNESCO's first-ever Goodwill Ambassador for #Youth! This exciting nomination will take place at a special ceremony in Paris, where SEVENTEEN will pledge to use its platform to support UNESCO's mission and empower young people worldwide. Follow the ceremony at 10:30 AM GMT+2: https://lnkd.in/dUF4TsWD #GoingTogether #TeamSVT #SEVENTEEN #세븐틴

Another day, another stop for the #OlympicTorchRelay. Today it reaches Besançon Citadel, part of the Fortifications of Vauban, a UNESCO #WorldHeritage Site since 2008. Travel back to King Louis XIV's era with the Fortifications of Vauban! This collection of 12 fortified buildings and sites, designed by Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, represents the peak of classic western military architecture. As the Torch advances towards its final destination, let’s learn about the history of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites it crosses. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6jnr9Cn

Sport transforms lives and builds more inclusive societies by breaking down barriers and uniting people. Together, let's challenge stereotypes, change mentalities, and ensure sport is accessible to everyone, regardless of background or ability. Our collective action can create a more equitable playing field, promote inclusivity, and #ChangeTheGame for everyone in sports. Join us in this important movement to make a lasting impact: https://lnkd.in/eUZhwk4n

📣 Science and tech students! Help us promote #GenderEquality in #Tech and #Sciences. Share YOUR experiences in a survey by UNESCO and Gender Scan about the challenges and incentives in your STEM education. If you're between 16 to 40 and studying in a STEM field, this survey is for you, make your voice heard! https://lnkd.in/e9XRNXfK #STEMsurvey #WomenInSTEM #GenderEquality #ScienceAndTechnology #UNESCO #GenderScan

#PhotoOfTheDay: Olympics Closing Ceremony in Rio, 2016🇧🇷. The low-carbon cauldron incorporated a kinetic sculpture by American artist Anthony Howe; it was made up of hundreds of reflective spheres which amplified the light of the flame. Discover “Games Cultures”, a photo exhibition currently at UNESCO HQ 👉https://lnkd.in/eUZhwk4n #ChangeTheGame #OlympicMuseum Olympic Museum