United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research

Educating life scientists on biosecurity and dual-use risks is essential to prevent the misuse of research – yet, it's often missing from the curriculum. 🔬

Read UNIDIR’s new report mapping a roadmap forward, outlining seven educational approaches ➡️ unidir.org/BioSecEducation

Iraqi returnees from Al Hol improve their economic wellbeing over time, but continue to face a significant gap compared to their peers in the community.

Read UNIDIR’s new report to learn about their barriers to economic (re)integration: 📖 unidir.org/MEACFindings45

Only 1️⃣ month to go until UNIDIR’s Outer Space Security Conference! 👩‍🚀🌌 #OS25

Join global leaders discussing the future of space security and sustainability.

📆 9-10 September 2025, Geneva

Register and check out our agenda and speakers ➡️ unidir.org/OS25

Did you know that New Zealand’s profile on UNIDIR’s Cyber Policy Portal now features their updated position on the application of international law to cyberspace? 🇳🇿

🧭 Visit the portal and explore more: cyberpolicyportal.org

📢 Don't forget to submit your poster abstract!

Be part of UNIDIR's 2025 Innovations Dialogue #ID25 and help shape responsible military neurotechnology.

🕛 Deadline: 7 September 2025

🔗 Check out the submission guidelines: unidir.org/ID25Posters

Boosting cyber resilience in Laos and beyond 🇱🇦🌏

UNIDIR wrapped up a week of training in Vientiane covering cyber threats, crisis response and workforce development.

We are grateful to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Laos and Global Affairs Canada for their support!

🗞️ unidir.org/Lao25

Happening tomorrow! ➡️

Join our webinar in the Friends of the Chair series on the Biological Weapons Convention, focusing on the Chair’s rolling text ahead of the sixth session of the Working Group.

🕰️ 13:15-14:45 CEST, online

✍️ unidir.org/BWCWGWebinar25

Explore UNIDIR's new Youth and Disarmament Hub! ✨

Serving as a gateway to youth-led and youth-empowering actions in the field of disarmament, our hub offers resources, insights and pathways for engagement.

💡 See how we make a difference: unidir.org/YouthHub #YouthUNIDIR

Explore our new Video page on the UNIDIR website! 🎥✨

From youth perspectives and insights from our Director, to highlights from events, trainings and capacity-building—this is where you can explore UNIDIR’s work in action.

All our latest video content, in one place.

🔗 unidir.org/video

What do our findings from North West Nigeria, the Lake Chad Basin and Colombia tell us about common assumptions on conflict-related sexual violence?

📖 UNIDIR’s latest report explores prevailing narratives and highlights context-specific dynamics.

🔗 unidir.org/CRSVLearnings

There’s still time to register! ⌛

Join our latest #1972BWC Friends of the Chair webinar series, focusing on the negotiations on the Chair’s rolling text ahead of the 6th session of the Working Group.

📅 5 August, 13:15-14:45 CEST

✍️ unidir.org/BWCWGWebinar25

Join our team! 🇺🇳

UNIDIR is seeking 2️⃣ Graduate Professionals to support research, outreach efforts and project activities on weapons and ammunition management.

📥 Apply by 11 August: unidir.org/CAAPGPP25

Join our webinar, co-organized with Ambassador Meyer of Brazil, Chair of the #1972BWC Working Group, and BWC Implementation Support Unit, to reflect on the rolling text and key proposals ahead of the Group’s 6th session.

📅 5 August, 13:15-14:45 CEST

✍️ Register now: unidir.org/BWCWGWebinar25

Industry voices matter in space security 🛰️

UNIDIR’s new 2025 Space Industry Workshop Report highlights key takeaways from industry experts on space threats and the role of industry in space governance.

📘 Read the full report: unidir.org/SpaceWorkshop25

A new country was added to UNIDIR’s Data Dashboards for Managing Exits from Armed Conflict: Iraq 🇮🇶

This dashboard features data from Iraqis returning home from Al Hol Camp in Syria.

🔍 Explore their reintegration journeys and needs: meac.unidir.org/irq

Last week, at the 2025 West Africa Counter-Improvised Explosive Devices Conference, our Associate Researcher Theò Bajon joined discussions on how Member States are using UNIDIR’s Counter-IED Capability Maturity Model and Self-Assessment Tool.

⚒️Explore the tool: unidir.org/Counter-IEDTool

UNIDIR and Regional Centre on Small Arms–RECSA launch a comprehensive review of the Nairobi Protocol 🤝

This project will foster stronger cooperation, promote knowledge sharing and ensure the Protocol remains fit for purpose.

🗞️ Read more: unidir.org/NairobiReview

#RECSA@20

In an AI-driven world, how can education remain relevant and how do we equip tomorrow's leaders?

On #WorldYouthSkillsDay, UNIDIR reflects on the challenges the youth face in a rapidly evolving tech landscape and the importance of supporting them.

🗞️ unidir.org/YouthInAI

To mark #WorldYouthSkillsDay, explore our Youth Disarmament Orientation Course.

📚 It includes e-modules covering key international security topics, such as AI and cybersecurity.

👉 unidir.org/youth-disarm

UNIDIR is hiring! 🇺🇳

Our Security and Technology Programme is looking for a Senior Researcher with a background in engineering or another relevant technical field to contribute to research on AI and other emerging technologies.

📅 Apply by 1 August 2025

🔗 unidir.org/SrResearcherAI

Final week to enter the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 Youth Video Competition! 🚀🎥

Imagine space security in 2050—what do you see? Submit your video by 18 July!

🏆 Winners get a fully funded trip to Geneva to present at #OS25!

🔗 unidir.org/OS25YouthVideo

Join our team! 💼🇺🇳

UNIDIR is seeking a Junior Professional Officer in Political Affairs interested in gaining experience in disarmament, arms control, peace and security.

📅 2 years, with the possibility of extension
📍 Geneva

📥 Apply by 17 August: bit.ly/44YJDLG

When faced with the threat of forced recruitment by armed groups, how do civilians fight back? 🛡️

This interview reveals the measures they take to resist and how to strengthen prevention.

📖 unidir.org/stoprecruitment

As part of our Weapons and Ammunition Management Country Insight Series, explore the new report on Côte d’Ivoire:

🔍 Findings from the 2023 WAM follow-up assessment
📋 Steps to strengthen national coordination & management
📈 Pathways for progress

👉 unidir.org/WAMInsightCDI25

📢 The 2025 Innovations Dialogue call for poster abstracts is now open!

Submit your ideas and contribute to advancing responsible military neurotechnology at #ID25.

⏰ Submit by 7 September

🔗 More details: unidir.org/ID25

Only 2️⃣ weeks left! 🛎️

Got a vision for space security in 2050? 🎥 Enter this year’s Youth Video Competition for a chance to present at the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 in Geneva! #OS25

🗓️ Deadline: 18 July 2025

🔗 unidir.org/OS25YouthVideo

Registration is now open for the UNIDIR Outer Space Security Conference 2025! 🚀 #OS25

Join us to discuss the most pressing space security issues with experts from government, military, industry and more.

📌 9-10 September, Geneva and online

📩 Register now: unidir.org/OS25

The new UNIDIR Data Dashboards for Managing Exits from Armed Conflict are out now! 🖥️

Our new portal brings local conflict data to life: an interactive way to explore survey results from former armed group associates and conflict-affected communities.

🔍 meac.unidir.org

Imagine it’s 2050 and you’re working on outer space security. What challenge are you facing and how are you solving it?

🎥 Share your vision in a video and take part in the Outer Space Security Conference 2025 Youth Video Competition by 18 July! #OS25

🔗 unidir.org/OS25YouthVideo

What is the future of space security in the age of artificial intelligence? 🛰️

UNIDIR’s newest research explores how AI is transforming outer space operations and the implications for the international community.

🔗 Learn more: unidir.org/VisionaryVsReac