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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 13h

Many thanks to #MEIGProgramme participant Laura Fourneaux!

She introduced us to the #history, #culture and traditions of her home country France – a very pleasant and informative exchange.

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 1d

How are #UN agencies adapting #humanrights #governance to address global backlash against #gender equality?

In the latest #MEIGProgramme highlight Juliette Béna takes a look at this question:
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Highlight 42/2025: How are UN agencies adapting human rights governance to address global backlash against gender equality? - MEIG Programme

Juliette Béna, 28 October 2025 Collage composed of royalty-free images, created by Juliette Béna In 2025, the promotion of gender equality, that has been

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 2d

The #MEIGProgramme congratulates its alumnus David Laügt on his participation at this year’s World Bank Group Annual Meeting - a great example of the development path our alumni can take.

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 3d

We are in the middle of #Disarmament Week

“Disarmament must be brought back to the centre of our common efforts for peace and security.”
António Guterres

Learn more: www.un.org/en/observanc...

In the #MEIGProgramme it is treated in our module on #peace and #security.

Disarmament Week | United Nations

Disarmament Week seeks to promote awareness and better understanding of disarmament issues and their cross-cutting importance.

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 6d

What is #Africa’s entrepreneurial spirit?

In the latest #MEIGProgramme highlight Omokinovo Okotete sheds light on innovation and #economic #development on the African continent.

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Highlight 41/2025: Africa’s Skilled Workforce and Entrepreneurial Spirit: A Continental Report - MEIG Programme

Omokinovo Okotete, 23 October 2025 Picture taken by Omokinovo Okotete Africa is stepping boldly into a new chapter — one driven by ingenuity, ambition,

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 7d

The first #MEIGProgramme national day of the current edition led us to #Qatar.

Thank you very much to our participant Abdulrahman Kafoud for introducing us to the history, culture and culinary highlights of his country!

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 8d

From being a #MEIGProgramme participant to being a MEIG speaker, many thanks to our aluma Nana Kurashvili for her excellent session on #projectmanagement!

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 29d

The applications for the 2026-2027 #Master of Advanced Studies in #European and #International #Governance are now open!

Please find the application form as well all necessary information on the #MEIGProgramme website!
www.meig.ch/admissions/a...

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 10d

Learning how to #negotiate and other soft #skills are an essential part of the #MEIGProgramme. Our participants enjoy the experience and have many benefits for their future #career.

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 16d

Be bold, take the step, and become part of the MEIG community in Geneva.

Read the full testimonial: meig.ch/testimonial/...

Nikol Petkova, Bulgaria

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 17d

This week the #MEIGProgramme participants will join the different sessions of the #Geneva #Peace Week.

We look forward to inspiring discussions.
www.genevapeaceweek.ch/en

#GPW2025

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 20d

It means freedom from ignorance...

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Jesse J. Dacosta, The Gambia

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 21d

Environmental crimes in the Amazon: Challenges for the Governance

In the latest #MEIGProgramme highlight Lisseth Lipa takes a look at environmental #governance challenges in the Amazonas countries:
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Highlight 40/2025: Environmental crimes in the Amazon: Challenges for the Governance - MEIG Programme

Lisseth Lipa Cano, 7 October 2025 Picture taken by Lisseth Lipa Cano Environmental crimes such as illegal mining crimes, wildlife crime, environmental

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 22d

The #MEIGProgramme participants and their Director, Prof. Christine Kaddous, had the great chance to exchange with H.E. Mr. Yannick Roulin, Ambassador and Executive Director of the CAGI - International Geneva Welcome Centre

Many thanks for an excellent session with insightful and open discussions!

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 23d

... enriching and inspiring for my #career development.

Read the full testimonial: meig.ch/testimonial/...

Anuradha Kakati, India

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 24d

Soon, you will be able to get to know our current participants. The preparations are on their way 😊

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 27d

This week, the #MEIGProgramme participants had the opportunity to participate in the Building Bridges conference in #Geneva.

Thank you very much for many interesting and inspiring sessions on #SustainableFinance on the local and global level.

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 28d

The Importance of Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), Indonesia’s Advocacy for Universal and Binding Negative Security Assurances

Read the latest #MEIGProgramme highlight by Rina Permatasari now!
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#governance #disarmament

Highlight 39/2025: The Importance of Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), Indonesia’s Advocacy for Universal and Binding Negative Security Assurances - MEIG Programme

Rina Permatasari, 17 September 2025 Courtesy of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Indonesia In an increasingly unstable geopolitical climate, the

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 29d

The applications for the 2026-2027 #Master of Advanced Studies in #European and #International #Governance are now open!

Please find the application form as well all necessary information on the #MEIGProgramme website!
www.meig.ch/admissions/a...

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · 29d

New collaboration of the #MEIGProgramme with Building Bridges

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#sustainablefinance | Building Bridges

Building Bridges is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Master in European and International Governance - MEIG Programme at University of Geneva. As part of this partnership, the 2025 c...

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · Sep 30

…one of the most enriching experiences of my life…

Read the full testimonial: meig.ch/testimonial/...

Varis Bahmanli, Azerbaijan

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · Sep 29

We congratulate #MEIGProgramme alumna Maxine Moreau on her new position at IOM!

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@iom.int

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · Sep 26

The MEIG Programme was an incredible experience that connected me with inspiring professionals from all over the world.

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Juliette Béna, France

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · Sep 25

Excellent sessions at the #MEIGProgramme study tour to #Brussels!

Many thanks to the institutions of the European Union and NATO for welcoming us.

@ec.europa.eu @consilium.europa.eu

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MEIG Programme @meigprogramme.bsky.social · Sep 19

The story of #MEIGProgramme alumnus Jesse J Dacosta has been shared in his country’s national newspaper. Congratulations! A great example of an inspiring MEIG journey.

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