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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Attending the ALA Conference in Chicago next week? Visit UNC SILS at Booth #4942 to connect with staff, students and alumni, learn about our programs, grab some fun swag and enter to win a UNC SILS gift basket! Learn more: buff.ly/AaU0owi #UNCSILS #ALA #UNCAlumni @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Congratulations to SILS Director of Student Services, Lori Haight, on receiving the Carolina Career Community’s Outstanding Career Practitioner of the Year Award! This well-deserved recognition honors excellence in student support and service to the university community. 🔗 buff.ly/ottdJjQ

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

How can we make AI systems easier for clinicians to interpret? SILS Professor @davidgotz.bsky.social is working on a recently funded NIH project exploring visualization tools that help clinicians interpret AI-driven healthcare decisions. 🔗 Project: buff.ly/qxYmjUS 🔗 Profile: buff.ly/q1E8GyF

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The 2026 SILS Alumni Award recipients both point back to SILS as a formative part of their journey. “SILS kindled in me an insatiable intellectual curiosity,” said Alex Poole. “SILS gave me the foundation and inspiration to pursue my dream career,” said Julie Walker. Read more: buff.ly/vihsXzJ

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SILS Honors Poole, Walker with 2026 Alumni Awards - School of Information and Library Science

SILS recognized Alex Poole and Julie Walker with its 2026 alumni awards for their contributions to the field and the SILS community.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Faculty Spotlight: Maggie Melo ✨ SILS Associate Professor Maggie Melo studies how students navigate learning environments in higher education, from makerspaces to emerging tools like generative AI. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/zDqRUdQ & buff.ly/m13SeQJ @maggie-melo.bsky.social

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Congratulations to SILS PhD student Harvey Long on his selection as an intern for Rutgers University’s John Smartt Summer Scholars program! This prestigious program offers doctoral students research experience, mentorship, and professional development in equity and leadership in higher education.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

“Lux Libertas — Light and Liberty.” 💡 SILS alumna Cassidy Sugimoto reminded graduates that information professionals help “illuminate what is hidden and make information discoverable." Congratulations to the newest members of the SILS alumni network and the Tar Heel Nation. 🎓 🔗 lnkd.in/dZVRPVrU

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

“You understand something fundamental: data & information is only meaningful in its relationship to people. And you must continue to champion that in all the work that you do.” Thank you to SILS alumna Cassidy Sugimoto for sharing this message at UNC SILS commencement. 🎓 🔗 youtu.be/pENtAb-E_Vo

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

SILS Assistant Professor Fei Yu is working to bridge the digital divide and improve access to reliable, trustworthy health information in rural NC. Yu’s work highlights the important role libraries can play in improving access to trusted health information. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/BqOkLFZ

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Congratulations to SILS Ph.D. students Lyric Grimes and Viviane Ito on presenting at iConference 2026 this spring! Their study examines how AI-generated images portray librarians. We are proud of their important research! #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill #ArtificialIntelligence #AIResearch #UNCResearch

Viviane Ito and Lyric Grimes present at iConference 2026.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

At commencement, Interim Dean Diane Kelly reflected on why students pursue information and library science: “Because they care about helping others, and they want to make a positive difference in the world.” Proud to celebrate the passion, purpose, and impact of our graduates.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 UNC School of Information and Library Science graduates! 🎓 We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the SILS Class of 2026 and all they achieved during their time at Carolina. We cannot wait to see what comes next for each of you! #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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SILS graduates posing for a photo the quad wearing their regalia.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

A huge thank you to all of our student presenters at the recent 2026 SILS Scholar Showcase! 📚 Your hard work made this event an inspiring celebration of student scholarship. We're proud to showcase the impactful research happening across the SILS community! #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill #UNCResearch

Students engage in conversation at an indoor academic showcase or networking event, with one seated presenter speaking to attendees across a display board while others stand nearby reviewing materials and discussing projects. Tables, laptops, and event badges suggest a collaborative research or professional development setting.

A student presenter stands at her showcase table during the SILS Scholar Showcase, engaging with attendees in a busy academic event space. Surrounded by laptops, project materials, and an interactive visual display, the scene captures student-led research, conversation, and collaborative learning.

Attendees engage in conversation at the SILS Scholar Showcase, smiling and discussing student research presentations in a lively academic event space. Surrounded by poster sessions and fellow participants, the scene reflects mentorship, networking, and collaborative learning across the SILS community.

Three student presenters stand beside their research poster at the SILS Scholar Showcase, smiling as they display their project on improving data and information storage protocols for the Durham Housing Authority. Their professional presentation highlights collaborative student research focused on organizational efficiency, data management, and community-centered information systems.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us in welcoming new faculty to UNC SILS and celebrating a faculty promotion 🎉 These faculty members bring expertise in AI, youth and information and archives and records management, helping shape the future of information and library science at Carolina. Learn more: buff.ly/c7v4C9x

Graphic featuring five portrait photos of UNC School of Information and Library Science members arranged collage-style against a blue sky with white clouds background. The individuals shown are Ana Roeschley, Jimmeka Anderson, Sourojit Ghosh, Elliott Kuecker, and Nitzan Koren, with each name displayed in bold white text on dark blue labels beneath their photos.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Meet this year’s SILS Commencement speaker: two-time SILS alumna Cassidy Sugimoto 🎓 She is a School Chair and Professor at Georgia Tech and will become Dean at Carnegie Mellon this July. Learn more about Sugimoto: 🔗 buff.ly/TdaOosZ 🔗 buff.ly/3eEfnjd

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Congratulations to SILS Research Assistant Professor Amy Cole for presenting at the Infusion Nurses Society Annual Conference in April. Cole shared research on improving patient safety and nurse efficacy in catheter management. #UNCSILS #UNCResearch @chip-unc.bsky.social

Photo of Amy Cole and Nancy Havill at the Infusion Nurses Society Annual Conference 2026.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

A look back at the Spring INSPIRE Research Symposium, co-hosted by SILS @uncsdss.bsky.social 💡 Thank you to all of our presenters and everyone who joined us for an engaging afternoon of ideas and conversation. We’re excited to share a few photos from the event! #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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Two faculty members in the audience. One male in a baseball cap and suit, and one female with a green sweater on who is smiling.

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Photo of the audience with lots of hands raised. Photo mostly of SILS faculty members.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Join us in celebrating the SILS class of 2026! SILS Spring 2026 Commencement will be held on Friday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall. 🔗 Find more details at the event page: buff.ly/kUhYks7 #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

In celebration of #NationalLibraryWeek, we’re highlighting the vital role libraries play at Carolina and beyond. Every day, the University Library and SILS connect people with the knowledge they need to learn, create and make an impact. Make a gift to support libraries: buff.ly/iZDIfU1

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Congratulations to alumnus Alex Poole for receiving the 2026 SILS Rising Star Alumni Award! This award honors recent graduates who have demonstrated growth and contributions to the field and the SILS community. #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill #UNCAlumni

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Take a break before finals for tea, snacks and a change to reset 🫖 Join us for a Cup of Tea with Dr. P on Wednesday, April 22, from 2:30–3:30 p.m. in the SILS Library in Manning Hall. 🔗 buff.ly/UoD6hBI #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Congratulations to alumna Julie Walker for receiving the 2026 SILS Distinguished Alumni Award! This award recognizes alumni who demonstrate professional achievement and leadership in the field, as well as meaningful contributions to the SILS community. #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill #UNCAlumni

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The INSPIRE Research Symposium is coming up on April 15! 💡 Faculty will present engaging talks showcasing current research topics from the School of Information and Library Sciences and the School of Data Science and Society. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/cZjDnSH #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

Promotional graphic for the INSPIRE Research Symposium showing a faculty member presenting in front of a screen. Event details read: “INSPIRE Research Symposium, April 15, 3:00–4:30 p.m., Wilson Library, Pleasants Room.” Logos for the UNC School of Information and Library Science and the School of Data Science and Society appear at the bottom alongside a QR code.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Join us Friday, April 24, for the Henderson Lecture featuring Emily Knox! UNC SILS and @citap.bsky.social are co-hosting this year’s lecture exploring book banning and information access in 21st-century America. 🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/UOsMo3f #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Thinking about graduate studies at SILS? Join us for our virtual Graduate Programs Information Session on Thursday, April 16, from 6 – 7 p.m. to learn more about our degree programs, the admissions process and the diverse career paths. 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/ATxVfCU #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Join us Friday, April 24, for the 2026 SILS Scholar Showcase, a day-long celebration of student research, innovation and impact. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members are all invited to attend. 🔗 Browse the full schedule: buff.ly/EHc4b9u #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

A group of students stand in a library presenting and discussing a research poster. Below, a blue graphic reads “SILS Scholar Showcase” with event details: Friday, April 24, 9 a.m.–7:15 p.m., at the Carolina Union and Carroll Hall. The event includes lunch, a coffee bar, and hors d’oeuvres, and is hosted by the UNC School of Information and Library Science.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Thank you, Tar Heels! 🩵 You made #GiveUNC a day like no other. We’re deeply grateful to the students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, partners and friends who supported the School of Information and Library Science. Your generosity means so much to the SILS community! #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

UNC SILS Associate Professor Maggie Melo has been named McColl Term Professor! 🎉 Her research focuses on how students seek help, engage with information, and build confidence as learners—whether in makerspaces or using AI chatbots for academic support. Learn more:🔗

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Maggie Melo Named McColl Term Professor at UNC SILS - School of Information and Library Science

Associate professor at the UNC School of Information and Library Science (SILS), Maggie Melo, has been named the next Frances Carroll McColl Term Professor.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

UNC SILS faculty, students and alumni are sharing research at conferences this spring 🌍 SILS is well represented at ACM SIGIR CHIIR (March 22–26, Seattle), iConference (virtually March 23–26, in Edinburgh March 29–April 2) and other conferences. 🔗Learn more: buff.ly/vfoeRvf #UNCSILS #iConf26

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SILS Shares Research at Spring 2026 Conferences - School of Information and Library Science

This spring, faculty from the UNC School of Information and Library Sciences (SILS) will share their research and expertise at upcoming national and international conferences. These events bring toget...

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Today’s the day! 🩵 #GiveUNC is now live. Join Tar Heels everywhere in giving back to Carolina. Support SILS and help us continue building an impactful future together. 🔗 Give here: giveunc.unc.edu/cause/school...

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Congratulations to SILS Professor and Principal Investigator at @citap.bsky.social, Tressie McMillan Cottom!

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Have a question, idea or just want to chat? ☕🥯 SILS students—stop by the SILS Library for coffee, bagels and casual conversation with Dean Kelly. Join us on March 26, April 7 and May 6! 🔗Learn more: buff.ly/DLTNg15 #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Give to a Legacy Like No Other. 🩵 Early giving for #GiveUNC is now open. Support SILS and help carry nearly 100 years of impact into the future. Every gift makes a difference! 🔗 Give today: giveunc.unc.edu/cause/school... #GiveUNC #UNCSILS #UNCChapelHill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Interested in research happening across SILS & @uncsdss.bsky.social? 💡 Join us for the INSPIRE Research Symposium, where faculty from both schools will share short talks on innovative research in information, library and data science. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/lb3Pc3B

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Curious about a graduate degree from SILS? Join our virtual Graduate Programs Information Session on Tuesday, March 24th, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., to learn about our programs, the application process and career paths in information and library science. 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/n1NoAx8 #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

SILS Research Assistant Professor Amy Cole has been named a 2026 CTSA K12 Scholar. 🎉 Through the TraCS program, she will advance research on patient-centered clinical decision-making using health informatics and AI-enabled approaches. Read more: go.unc.edu/m3Y2C @chip-unc-bsky.social

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

UNC SILS students are helping to ensure library history is not forgotten. In INLS 551, taught by Assistant Professor Joseph Winberry, students research librarians and document their stories on Wikipedia, helping fill gaps in the historical record for a global audience. 🔗 Read more: buff.ly/ZsdlMlq

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SILS Students Share Library History Through Wikipedia - School of Information and Library Science

UNC SILS students preserve library history through a Wikipedia project, researching underrepresented librarians and sharing scholarship with a global audience.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Save the date! 🗓️ #GiveUNC, Carolina’s annual day of giving, is Tuesday, March 24. This year, support the School of Information and Library Science and the students, research and innovation shaping the future of the information field. 🔗 Learn more: go.unc.edu/SILSGiveUNC

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

SILS research is featured in the latest issue of the Journal of the Society of North Carolina Archivists, showcasing work by Kayla Cavenaugh, Carter Franklin and Elliott Kuecker as they advance important conversations in archival studies. 📖 🔗 Read the full issue: buff.ly/79UsX00 #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Unwind midweek with tea, treats, and community! Cup of Tea with Dr. P has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25, from 2:30–3:30 p.m. in the Anne Queen Lounge in the Campus Y. Join us for tea, snacks and cards while connecting with fellow members of the SILS community. 🔗 buff.ly/ESVZPM2 #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Celebrating 25 years of CALA! 🎉 For a quarter century, the Carolina Academic Library Associates program has partnered with SILS and the University Libraries to provide hands-on experience and mentorship for future academic librarians. 🔗 Read the full story: buff.ly/43TkuDD #UNCSILS

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Celebrating the Carolina Academic Library Associates program at 25 - School of Information and Library Science

For a quarter century, the University Libraries and the UNC School of Information and Library Science have partnered to prepare the next generation of aspiring academic librarians.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Our SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness networking event is just around the corner! 🗓️ Wednesday, March 4, 2026 🕕 6–7:30 p.m. 📍 Student Union Room 3205 Don’t miss out! Register here: bit.ly/BSISMixer #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Save the date! 🗓️ SILS Mocktail Mixer & Merch Madness is happening Wednesday, March 4, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in Student Union Room 3205. BSIS students and alumni are invited to network, share career insights, and connect with the SILS community. Register by March 2: bit.ly/BSISMixer #UNCSILS

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

We’re excited to announce the School of Data & Information Sciences, a new school at #UNC, combining SILS & @uncsdss.bsky.social. The new school expands pathways & accelerates impact in multiple disciplines. Hear from Dean Ahalt & Interim Dean Kelly: go.unc.edu/NewSchoolName 🗣️ Buffy O’Neill

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

🎉 Celebrating SILS faculty excellence! From award-winning research and major grants to global keynotes and community-engaged scholarship, our faculty made a powerful impact in 2025. 🩵 Read more: buff.ly/kinAdSQ #UNCSILS #InformationScience #LibraryScience

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SILS 2025 Faculty Accomplishments - School of Information and Library Science

We asked them to share one accomplishment from 2025 they are most proud of, and here is what some of them shared.

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UNC School of Data and Information Sciences @uncsdis.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Ready to explore a graduate degree at SILS? Join us for our February Graduate Programs Info Session on Wednesday, February 18th, 6 – 7 p.m., to learn about the programs and admissions. More sessions will be hosted in March and April. 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/xjdGB0P #UNCSILS

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