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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 2h

🌐 What does it take to build cyber resilience? This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take a look back at UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss’s reflections on why it must be concrete, cooperative and collective. 🔗 Read more: unidir.org/cyber-resilience

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 11/10/2026

☢️ From health risks and social stigma to access to policymaking, gender shapes how nuclear weapons affect victims and survivors. UNIDIR’s factsheet unpacks the differentiated impacts and why gender equality matters in nuclear diplomacy. 👉 unidir.org/Gender-nuclear

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 11/10/2026

📣 Only 1️⃣ month to go until UNIDIR’s Innovations Dialogue 2026! Want to know more about how the disarmament community can address the cascading effects of electromagnetic spectrum disruptions? Join #ID26 on 11 November in Geneva or online. 🔗 RSVP: unidir.org/ID26

UNIDIR Innovations Dialogue banner posing a question on the disarmament community’s role in addressing the consequences of electromagnetic spectrum disruptions.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 10/10/2026

How does conflict impact mental health and well-being? On #WorldMentalHealthDay, read our report examining the psychosocial well-being of people affected by the Boko Haram conflict in North East Nigeria and how programming can support them. 🔗 unidir.org/MEACFindings46

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 09/10/2026

🗽 What is the #UNGA First Committee, and what is its role? With UNIDIR’s side events coming up in New York, here are a few things worth knowing. 🔗 Learn more: unidir.org/First-Committee

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 09/10/2026

🕊️ When women lead, peace follows. Join UNIDIR’s Renata H. Dalaqua and fellow peacebuilders at #GPF26 to explore how women’s participation transforms peacebuilding, with a screening of Woman on Rope by Guila Clara Kessous, UNESCO Artist for Peace. RSVP: bit.ly/4yADIZX

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 08/10/2026

✈️ UNIDIR’s side events are landing in New York! As the #UNGA First Committee meets for its 81st session, UNIDIR is convening discussions on pressing international security challenges. 🔗 Check our upcoming side events, with more to follow: unidir.org/1CEvents

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 08/10/2026

🇳🇬 What can over two and a half years of weekly observations reveal about communities affected by banditry? UNIDIR's first community observatory survey in North West Nigeria has now concluded. 🔍 Explore the data: unidir.org/observatoryMEAC

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 07/10/2026

🔎 How can we integrate small arms control into the Women, Peace and Security Agenda? In Santo Domingo, UNIDIR's Renata H. Dalaqua co-delivered a course on developing a National Action Plan on WPS, drawing on our research 👉 unidir.org/ClosingGaps

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 07/10/2026

UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss was pleased to meet Darius Rahimi-Laridjani, Federal Government Commissioner for Arms Control, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament, to exchange views on global security and arms control. Thank you, Germany, for your continued support! 🇺🇳🤝🇩🇪

UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss meeting with Darius Rahimi-Laridjani to exchange views on global security and arms control.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 07/10/2026

🚀👽 Rockets? Aliens? Planetary energies? Our Space Security Research Fellows set the record straight on what they actually do. 👉 Learn more about their week in Geneva: unidir.org/Space-Fellows

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 06/10/2026

💻 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a moment to reflect on how the digital environment has evolved and what this means for security. From dial-up to global digital interdependence, see how connectivity has transformed our digital landscape. 🔗 unidir.org/cybersecurity

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 05/10/2026

📶 Electromagnetic spectrum disruptions are not just a military concern; they can also have humanitarian consequences. If you want to learn more about them, join us on 11 November, in person or online, for UNIDIR’s Innovations Dialogue 2026. 🔗 RSVP: unidir.org/ID26

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 05/10/2026

🎓 That’s a wrap on UNIDIR and UNODA’s 7th Disarmament Orientation Course! Over two weeks, diplomats new to Geneva explored conventional and biological weapons, outer space security, AI, autonomous weapons and cybersecurity. 🔗 unidir.org/DOC-2026

participants engaging at UNIDIR and UNODA’s 7th Disarmament Orientation Course

speakers at UNIDIR and UNODA’s 7th Disarmament Orientation Course

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 04/10/2026

🔎 What does the current turmoil in the Middle East mean for non-proliferation and disarmament in the region? UNIDIR’s report by Abdolrasool Divsalllar unpacks the implications and sums up three years of the Middle East WMD-Free Zone Project findings. 👉 unidir.org/NP-trends-ME

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 04/10/2026

Welcome to UNIDIR, Dr Robert Wilson! 🇺🇳🤝 Robert joins us as a Fellow in our Security and Technology Programme, bringing expertise in AI policy, human-machine teaming, autonomous systems and AI governance. 🔗 Learn more about his work: unidir.org/robert-wilson/

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 03/10/2026

How is 3D printing reshaping conventional arms production and international security? UNIDIR’s publication on additive manufacturing examines the emerging risks, governance gaps and arms control implications associated with this technology. 🔗 unidir.org/AM-Primer

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 02/10/2026

“Retreats such as this provide something increasingly rare in multilateral diplomacy: space to think together, candidly and constructively, away from the pressures of formal negotiations.” UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss opening UNIDIR-UNODA BWC retreat 🇺🇳

Group photo of attendees at the Biological Weapons Convention retreat

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 02/10/2026

🕊️ How can faith contribute to debates on AI, security and ethics? UNIDIR’s new policy brief explores shared principles emerging from our interfaith dialogue, including human accountability, human dignity and governance that serves humanity. Read more: unidir.org/Interfaith-AI

UNIDIR publication graphic for “Faith-Based Perspectives on AI, Security and Ethics: Reflections from an Interfaith Dialogue,” featuring a photograph of an interfaith panel discussion on security and technology.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 02/10/2026

🕊 Understanding journeys into and out of armed groups is key to prevention that works. On the International Day of Non-Violence, UNIDIR reaffirms our mission to help partners design better-tailored interventions for peaceful societies. 👉 Learn more: unidir.org/PreventConflict

A large pile of rifles stacked in a pyramid shape burning outdoors with a crowd of people and police officers watching in the background.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 02/10/2026

🔎 How can we move beyond securitized responses to armed violence and weapons proliferation? At #GPF2026, UNIDIR and partners will explore linking small arms control with public health, violence prevention and community engagement. 🔗 Register: unidir.org/BeyondSecurity

Promotional visual for a panel discussion on multisectoral responses to armed violence and weapons proliferation at the Geneva Peace Forum in Geneva.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 01/10/2026

🎂 46 years of UNIDIR! Decades of research, dialogue and ideas for a more secure world. Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey. 🌐 Explore our 2026-2030 strategy to see what’s next: unidir.org/strategy

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 30/09/2026

🌍 Security. Sécurité. Seguridad. Same word, more voices. UNIDIR’s new Language Hubs are live, bringing our research on international security to more people in their own language. 👉 Le hub en français : unidir.org/francais 👉 El hub en español: unidir.org/espanol

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 30/09/2026

🌍 On International Translation Day, explore UNIDIR’s Youth Disarmament Orientation Course in English, French and Spanish! If peace and security interest you, dive in to learn about the risks, technologies and policies defining our future. 👉 unidir.org/youth-disarm #ITD2026

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 29/09/2026

UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss met with Ambassador Laher to discuss the longstanding partnership between UNIDIR and South Africa 🇿🇦 We look forward to continuing our collaboration on international peace, security and disarmament issues 🇺🇳🤝

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 29/09/2026

📡 What is the electromagnetic spectrum, and why does competition over it matter for the future of conflicts? Join us on 11 November for #ID26 to explore the international security implications of electromagnetic spectrum disruptions. 🔗 Register here: unidir.org/ID26

Text highlighting how electromagnetic spectrum competition fuels military innovation in command, control, and weapons for future battlefields.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 28/09/2026

Week two of UNIDIR and UNODA's Disarmament Orientation Course is underway 🇺🇳 This week, participants turn to the Biological Weapons Convention, outer space security, AI, lethal autonomous weapons systems and cybersecurity.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 28/09/2026

UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss met today with Ambassador Tomaso Marchegiani, Permanent Representative of Italy to the Conference on Disarmament, to discuss our ongoing partnership 🤝 We are grateful for Italy's support and look forward to continuing our work together 🇮🇹

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 28/09/2026

Thank you to all our partners for their valuable contributions at today's Donor Forum! 🇺🇳🤝🌍 At UNIDIR, together with our donors and supporters, we are convinced that we can find solutions for a safer and more peaceful world.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 27/09/2026

How are emerging technologies, 3D printing and modular weapons reshaping small arms control? UNIDIR’s report examines polymer use in manufacturing, record-keeping for modular weapons, and emerging technologies to counter diversion. 👉 unidir.org/SmallArmsTech

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 27/09/2026

How are these States contributing to space security? 🇱🇸 Lesotho 🇲🇱 Mali 🇳🇮 Nicaragua 🇲🇰 North Macedonia 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea 🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇹🇯 Tajikistan 🇿🇲 Zambia Find out more on the Space Security Portal: spacesecurityportal.org

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 26/09/2026

Tech-facilitated gender-based violence escalates from online to real-world harm, and excludes women from peacebuilding processes. UNIDIR’s factsheet outlines actions for governments, civil society and industry to prevent these risks. 👉 Read more: unidir.org/TFGBVfactsheet

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 26/09/2026

Welcome to UNIDIR, Major Cyrille Kablan Nouoma! 🇺🇳🤝 Cyrille joins us as a Fellow in our Weapons of Mass Destruction Programme, bringing expertise in forensics, biological threat detection and biosecurity. 🔗 Learn more: unidir.org/Cyrille-Nouoma

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 25/09/2026

🌊 Did you know that 99% of intercontinental data travels through subsea cables? UNIDIR’s Researcher Wenting He reflects on why these cables matter and why countries should work to protect this critical undersea infrastructure. 🔗 unidir.org/maritime

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 24/09/2026

🌐 UNIDIR is at Trust Valley Days 2026! Today, we are joining 900+ participants from the public and private sectors, academia and startups in Lausanne to explore digital trust, security and resilience in the agentic era. 🔗 Learn more about our work: unidir.org/SecTec

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 24/09/2026

UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss met with Namibian Ambassador Elvis Toolouta Shiweda to discuss our ongoing partnership, particularly with the International Women’s Peace Centre in Namibia. We look forward to further advancing peace and security efforts together 🇺🇳🤝🇳🇦

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 24/09/2026

📡 What is the electromagnetic spectrum and why does it matter for peace, security and disarmament? Ahead of UNIDIR’s Innovations Dialogue on 11 November, explore electromagnetic disruptions and what comes next for the disarmament community. 🔗 unidir.org/EMS-explainer

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 23/09/2026

📸 We asked our #OS26 Youth Video Competition winners, Ali and Joel, to bring us with them to UNIDIR’s Outer Space Security Conference. Here’s what they captured across the two days! 📖 Read about their experience: unidir.org/OS26-winners

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 23/09/2026

That’s a wrap on week 1️⃣ of UNIDIR and UNODA's Disarmament Orientation Course! Delegates explored the multilateral disarmament machinery, the Conference on Disarmament and conventional weapons, including humanitarian disarmament and arms control instruments 🇺🇳

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 22/09/2026

🇯🇵 UNIDIR was pleased to welcome a delegation from the Hiroshima Platform for Peace Studies and Education. Discussions focused on AI, cybersecurity, nuclear disarmament, outer space and opportunities for possible collaboration on peace and disarmament 🤝🇺🇳

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 22/09/2026

🌐 What can cyberspace teach us about AI in the military domain? UNIDIR’s new publication examines how lessons from ICT security norms could inform discussions on military AI, from transparency and incident response to capacity-building. 🔗 Learn more: unidir.org/Cyber-to-AI

Cover of a UNIDIR publication titled “From Cyberspace to AI” featuring a dark blue design with cybersecurity-themed digital graphics and an AI-focused military technology interface.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 21/09/2026

💭 What does peace look like to you? On #InternationalDayofPeace, revisit how young people answered through photos in UNIDIR’s Youth Visions of Peace campaign with 100cameras and warchild. Because peace is built with young people, not just for them. 🔗unidir.org/youth-visions

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 21/09/2026

UNIDIR and UNODA’s seventh annual Disarmament Orientation Course kicked off today! 🇺🇳🤝 Over the coming days, diplomats and officials newly arrived in Geneva will explore disarmament, arms control and today’s evolving security landscape.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 20/09/2026

⚛️ Could the convergence of quantum technologies and AI reshape military innovation? UNIDIR’s primer explores potential defence applications of quantum-AI convergence and the risks it may create for transparency, accountability and responsible use. 🔗 unidir.org/QuantumAI

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 20/09/2026

How can localization support inclusive implementation of the Convention on Cluster Munitions? In Vientiane, UNIDIR brought together diplomats, mine action operators and researchers to explore how localization connects with gender equality and inclusion. unidir.org/VientianeCall

UNIDIR's Renata Hessmann Dalaqua speaking at the CCM's side event with a UNIDIR nameplate and microphone in front of her.

Panel of six speakers at the 3rd Review Conference on Cluster Munitions discussing inclusion and gender equality in Vientiane, Vietnam.

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 19/09/2026

Parents in Iraqi communities indicate they continue to feel uncomfortable with their children going to the same school as those of returnees from Syria. UNIDIR’s report unpacks the social acceptance of returnees from Al-Hol Camp. 📖 unidir.org/acceptance

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 19/09/2026

🎓 New to the Geneva disarmament scene? Hear from Mahmoud ElNasharty, representative from the Permanent Mission of Egypt in Geneva, on how the UNIDIR-UNODA Geneva Disarmament Orientation Course helped him stay on top of developments across the different disarmament areas 🔗 unidir.org/DOC2026

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 18/09/2026

Welcome to UNIDIR, Jessie Lim! 👏 Jessie joins us as an Associate Expert for our Space Security and Security and Technology Programmes. Her experience spans disarmament, international security and emerging technologies. 🔗 Learn more about her work: unidir.org/jessie-lim

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 18/09/2026

📡 What role could directed energy weapons play in counter-drone defence? Read UNIDIR's latest commentary to learn more about their potential in air defence, from operational and economic challenges to adaptation, escalation and humanitarian risks. 🔗 unidir.org/DEW-drones

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United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research @unidir.org · 17/09/2026

🔎 What does the use of lethal autonomous weapons systems look like in real conflict scenarios? Our new compendium introduces questions on international humanitarian law to guide discussions on the use of these weapons. 🔗 Read the full publication: unidir.org/Compendium-LAWS

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