Equipping Teachers for a World of Tomorrow at the University of Cologne
The University of Cologne, a UNAI member institution, is a leading university in teacher education. More than 10,000 future teachers are trained here for careers in the educational sector. The university works together with an extensive network of schools to ensure a symbolic transfer of cutting-edge research and real-world experiences. Their prospective teachers are equipped to become teacher scientists and change makers who craft lessons using quality and future-proofed scientific tools.
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The UN at 80: What Has It Achieved? | United Nations
As the UN marks its 80th anniversary, this explainer reflects on how the organization has shaped international peace, security, development, and human rights - and what it means for the future. From its founding in 1945 to today, the UN has been at the heart of global cooperation. In this video, UN expert Natalie Samarasinghe takes us through the UN’s biggest achievements over eight decades - from peacekeeping to eradicating smallpox, advancing women’s rights, shaping the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Goal of the Month | October 2025: Goal 2 - Zero Hunger
Goal 2 is about creating a world free of hunger by 2030. The global issue of hunger and food insecurity has shown an alarming increase since 2015, a trend exacerbated by a combination of factors including the pandemic, conflict, climate change, and deepening inequalities.
In 2024, an estimated 8.2 per cent – or 1 of 12 people – of the global population faced hunger and about 28 per cent – nearly 2.3 billion people – were moderately or severely food insecure. Global hunger levels, measured by the prevalence of undernourishment, remained at the same level for three consecutive years after a sharp rise during the pandemic. This data underscores the severity of the situation, revealing a growing crisis.
The persistent surge in hunger and food insecurity, fueled by a complex interplay of factors, demands immediate attention and coordinated global efforts to alleviate this critical humanitarian challenge.
Learn more about this crucial goal, and how you can get involved, then check out the UNAI SDG Hub Network.
