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Join GLOBE in Empowering Future Leaders Through Science Diplomacy
In an era where international cooperation is crucial, science diplomacy is a powerful tool to bridge borders and foster collaboration through education, research, and environmental initiatives. The GLOBE Program is instrumental in advancing science diplomacy by providing a platform for students, educators, and scientists to collaborate, exchange data, conduct environmental research, and develop innovative solutions to global challenges. GLOBE offers opportunities to connect with peers around the world, participate in global environmental research, and advance sustainable development goals through the transformative power of science and diplomacy.
The GLOBE Program is proud to highlight the remarkable achievements of members of the GLOBE community who are advancing science diplomacy globally through their participation in the UNITAR Global Diplomacy Initiative (GDI) Fellowship Program, which trains future leaders in international relations and diplomacy.
Empowering Future Leaders in Science Diplomacy
Science diplomacy not only involves collaborative international research but also focuses on nurturing the next generation of diplomats equipped to tackle global sustainability challenges. Notable GLOBE participants include:
- Ylliass Lawani, GLOBE Country Coordinator from Benin, who is currently engaged in the GDI Fellowship and will be actively contributing to global diplomacy at a pivotal time for the international community.
- Yashraj Patil from India, a 2023 GDI Fellowship graduate, who is already applying his newly acquired skills to drive science-based diplomatic initiatives and unite communities through education and environmental science, inspiring future leaders and building partnerships across borders.
These success stories exemplify how the GLOBE Program and the GDI Fellowship align to empower individuals as Environmental Science Diplomats, using education and diplomacy to address pressing global issues including climate change, technology governance, and sustainable development.
The GLOBE Program encourages participants and alumni to get involved in initiatives such as the UNITAR GDI Fellowship and to become active contributors to international dialogue and action. Learn more about the GDI Fellowship by contacting Larisa Schelkin at larisa.schelkin@globalstemcenter.org and consider applying next year!
The GLOBE Program extends its sincere thanks to Larisa
Schelkin, GLOBE Implementation Office Boundary Organizations lead and
UN and SDGs consultant, GLOBE partner, and faculty at the UNITAR GDI
Fellowship Program, for mentoring Ylliass and guiding him through the
application process. Larisa has convened the UN General Assembly
Science Summit sessions on GLOBE and as a US GLOBE partner for more
than 10 years has advanced her long-standing commitment to fostering
global environmental education and diplomacy. Read more about her work
with UNITAR.
News origin: GLOBE Implementation Office