UNDP launched the “LIVE LEBANON” project with the aim of mobilizing Lebanese living abroad in support of local development in the most deprived and underprivileged areas of Lebanon. LIVE LEBANON will also evolve an innovative partnership between civil society, local and foreign authorities, the private sector and Lebanese emigrants, creating a broad network in support of the development of Lebanon. Read More …
The establishment of the two water maintenance centreaims to improve the water management plan in South Lebanon and strengthen the water infrastructure. This will be achieved through the provision of essential equipment and machinery to resolve the problems in the pipe networks, and the organization of training sessions to the water technicians. All of this will help enhance the water supply and strengthen its quality. Read More …
The Syria Trust for Development and UNDP will collaborate over a period of three years to establish a Platform of cooperation for development-focused NGOs in Syria. To be established as an independent legal entity, the NGO Platform will provide networking space for NGOs to communicate and share experiences, strengthen the capacities of member NGOs to carry out development projects and build technical capabilities within NGOs to develop and manage projects Read More …
The project will help ameliorate and rearrange the commercial activities surrounding Baalbeck’s touristic areas, mainly the Roman ruins and the Ras El Ein River areas. Furthermore, it will enhance the socio-economic conditions of the target beneficiaries through the creation of job opportunities and increase income generation.Read More …
Within the framework of the project “Enhancing Civic Engagement in CSR through inclusive growth based civic private sector partnership,” implemented in cooperation between the State Planning Commission and UNDP-Syria, a MoU was signed for the "Establishment of a University Cancer Research Center". The initiative has received significant financial support from MTN (500 thousand U.S. dollars, payable over a period of five years) as part of its contribution towards community development. Read More …
iKNOW Politics, an online network dedicated to the advancement of women in politics, launched a new Arabic language version here today, opening it up to potentially millions of new users in a region where women are underrepresented politically. Read More …
Key water issues including socio-economic and environmental concerns, uncertainty due to climate change as well as conflicts related to shared water resources were at the forefront of discussions of the High-level Partners Meeting on Water Governance, which the League of Arab States hosted today. The Regional Bureau for Arab States of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP-RBAS) together with the League of Arab States organized the meeting to mark the official launch of its newest regional initiative, the “Water Governance Programme for Arab States (WGP-AS).” Read More …
Within the framework of a two-day workshop organized by UNDP Iraq in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Iraqi Police Services (IPS), a landmark event took place with the creation of the first ever civilian oversight mechanism in the Iraqi governorate of Basra. Read More …
21 July 2009
Arab Human Development Report 2009: Challenges to Human Security inthe Arab Countries
In Arab countries, a widespread lack of human security undermines human development, according to the Arab Human Development Report 2009: Challenges to Human Security in the Arab Countries. This report is prepared by independent scholars drawn from the region. Read More …
Contractors working for the United Nations today began clearing around 420,000 tonnes of rubble caused by Israeli bombing earlier this year. UNDP estimates that 15,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed between 27 December 2008 and 18 January 2009. UNDP’s clearance and crushing operation will take one year at an estimated total cost of $12 million, and will provide 200,000 days of work. The. Read More …
The report --developed through a partnership between UNDP and the General Secretariat for Development Planning—examines three critical and pressing environmental challenges facing the emirate, namely, water security, threats to the marine environment; and the effects of climate change. Read More …
A joint UNICEF-UNDP report, released today with the Iraqi Ministry of Environment, raises concerns that Iraq is unable to meet its obligations under the Ottawa Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty.The report notes that around one million Iraqi children are at risk of being injured or killed by mines and unexploded ordinance and that 2,000 children (one quarter of all victims) have been maimed or killed by cluster bomblets since 2003More….
The report --developed through a partnership between UNDP and the Council for Development and Reconstruction— analyzes the political, economic and cultural dimensions of citizenship in the country. The report, development process brought together policy makers, intellectuals, activists and academics, representing the social and political diversity of Lebanon. Read More …
UNDP, in partnership with Olympus Corporation and the Agence France-Presse (AFP) Foundation, launched an Africa-based, eco-themed photo contest today in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The contest, titled Picture This: Caring for the Earth, aims to profile ordinary people working to reduce the effects of climate change in their countries, cities and communities and is open to anyone residing in all countries within the geographical boundaries of Africa (i.e. including Arab States in Africa) More….
The Government of Sweden announced a US$6.24 million contribution over a period of three years to the UNDP “rule of law and access to justice” programme in the oPt, to support strengthening the capacity of rule of law institutions and civil society organizations, improving gender and juvenile justice, enhancing access to justice at the local and grassroots levels, in addition to building confidence of key stakeholders and the Palestinian public in the legal system. More….
A seminar organized to evaluate the medical waste management pilot project supported by UNDP-PAPP and the Ministry of Health concluded with a call for establishing a national body to oversee the management of medical waste in the oPt. The pilot project, implemented in Ramallah hospital included the production of a reference manual and training of hospital personnel on the management of medical waste in addition to the provision of washing facilities, autoclaves and protective gear. More….
Today in Juba, at the launch of the Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) programme in southern Sudan, the Government of National Unity announced the release of $30 million specifically for the provision of good-quality, environmentally-sustainable and low-cost homes for ex-combatants More….
The 2009 World Summit Award Grand Jury select UNDP’s ‘ICT for Illiteracy Eradication (ICT4IE)’ and ‘Biodiversity Monitoring and Assessment (Biomap)‘ projects to present with awards as two the most outstanding examples of creative and innovative e-Content in the world. More….
The Ministry of Social Solidarity, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) cooperate to finalize a joint programme aimed at promoting the rights of persons with disabilities. More ...
Hundreds of Scouts gathered in Tripoli’s Green Square to mark World Environment Day 2009 in a celebration that placed special emphasis on individual responsibility for climate change. UNDP Resident Representative emphasized that international agreements are powerless if realities do not change on the ground through the actions individuals in response to the pressing issue of global climate change. More….
Paintings, cartoons and photographs of youth winners of the "Kick the Habit - Towards a Low Carbon Economy" art competition initiated on World Environment Day 2008 within the framework of the UNDP-supported project “Enabling Activities for Preparation of Syria's Initial National Communication toUNFCC”, depicted individual responsibility for the reduction of greenhouse gases.. More…
The project, implemented by UNDP-PAPP, included the construction and furnishing of a 320 square meter mental health clinic to serve over a quarter of a million people in Jenin as well as the training of staff members, general practitioners and nurses about mental illness. More….
Since the landmark decision in May 2005 granting women the right to full political participation, UNDP Kuwait has been actively working to support efforts to maximize the chances of Kuwaiti women to exercise those newly acquired rights. More…
The “Support to Elections and Democratic Processes” project document lays the foundation for international support to the 2010 elections; which are critical to the implementation of the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement.
Eight grant agreements totalling USD 247,000 to support environmental projects by non-governmental organizations are signed as part of the activities of the GEF Small Grants Programme implemented by UNDP in Jordan. The programme supports community based projects in the areas of biodiversity, climate change, international waters, land degradation and persistent organic pollutants which all simultaneously contribute to enhance the livelihoods of the local communities and their capacities to manage natural resources. more ...
“Tawasul” an online network for journalists under the age of 30 is launched in Damascus. The network was created under UNDP’s "Empowering Young Journalists for Achieving the MDG's" project, which aims to strengthen the capacity of the media sector and journalists in order to enhance national dialogue and awareness on development and social issues in Syria. more...
13 May 2009
UNDP train Iraqi women judges on modern legal database
As part of UNDP’s support for the development of rule of law in Iraq, 57 women Iraqi judges gathered in Istanbul, Turkey, over the weekend for a three-day conference on women’s rights, international and Iraqi standards for the right to fair trial and modern tools such as the Iraqi Legal Database. more
Damascus University, with support from UNDP, launches Career Management Centre to provide career guidance services to students close to graduation and recent graduates. more
India, Brazil & South Africa, fund the construction of a Multipurpose Sports Centre in Ramallah, implemented through UNDP’s Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People. more
06 May 2009
UNDP to aid Kurdistan Region Government
UNDP-Iraq launched a three-year, US$4.5-million project in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, to support the budget planning and execution capacities of the Kurdistan Region Government. more
03 May 2009
Media's role in elections a hot topic in Iraqi Kurdistan A World Press Freedom Day conference, sponsored by UNESCO and UNDP, saw a lively and rich debate on press freedom issues in the context of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region and the upcoming elections. more
Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sudan commends progress of the Demobilization, Disarmament and Reintegration programme and calls for necessary funding. more
UNDP launched the “LIVE LEBANON” project with the aim of mobilizing Lebanese living abroad in support of local development in the most deprived and underprivileged areas of Lebanon. LIVE LEBANON will also evolve an innovative partnership between civil society, local and foreign authorities, the private sector and Lebanese emigrants, creating a broad network in support of the development of Lebanon. 
The project will help ameliorate and rearrange the commercial activities surrounding Baalbeck’s touristic areas, mainly the Roman ruins and the Ras El Ein River areas. Furthermore, it will enhance the socio-economic conditions of the target beneficiaries through the creation of job opportunities and increase income generation.
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