United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research

⌛ Only a few days left to join the first waypoint in the Road to #AISE26 webinar series, exploring some of the most foundational and less examined security implications of AI ahead of the conference on 18–19 June. 🗓️ 29 May | Online 🔗 Register now: unidir.org/RoadToAISE26

“Because technology develops so quickly, we have to push ourselves to advance and learn” As the next UNIDIR Women in AI Fellowship approaches, hear from our 2024 fellow, Candy Moyo, on continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. 🔗 unidir.org/WiAI

📢 As the countdown to #AISE26 begins, we are happy to welcome Dan Ross, Head of AI Compliance Strategy at Dynamo AI. Dan brings extensive experience in AI governance, regulatory risk and financial services technology. 🔗 Register now: unidir.org/AISE26

⚡What is the role of directed energy weapons in the future of counter-uncrewed aerial systems defence? Join UNIDIR’s event on directed energy weapon developments to examine how they work and why they are once again attracting attention. 🔗 RSVP: unidir.org/DEW-Defence

☢️ Nuclear risk reduction talks are often complicated by disagreements on scope and purpose. UNIDIR's compendium maps a decade of proposals and 100+ official documents, drawing out similarities, differences and potential paths forward. unidir.org/CompendiumNRR

🎥 What could a day in our digital life look like tomorrow? From embedded systems and AI autonomy to post-quantum cryptography, take a look at the future, one of the eras explored at #CS26. 🔗 unidir.org/CS

“When women see other women doing peacebuilding… it becomes real for them” 🕊️ On #IWDPD, read our interview with UNIDIR Senior Fellow Miriam Coronel-Ferrer, the first woman to sign a major peace agreement as chief government negotiator. 🔗 unidir.org/PRIOInterview

📢 Applications close in 1️⃣ week! UNIDIR’s Space Security Programme is looking for two Graduate Professionals in Geneva to support research and policy work on the peaceful use of outer space 🪐 🗓️ Apply by 30 May: unidir.org/Space-GPP-2

After 20 years of the Nairobi Protocol, how far has implementation come? 🌍 Our study with @‌RECSASEC reviews progress, challenges and priorities across 13 Member States and 16 thematic areas to inform future guidelines. unidir.org/nairobi-20

A big thank-you to France 🇫🇷 for supporting UNIDIR! 💙🤍❤️ Your support enables us to develop innovative research on international security challenges, work towards the UN 🇺🇳 #GlobalGoals and build a more secure world!

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

📢 Join our team! UNIDIR is seeking 2️⃣ Graduate Professionals to join our Conventional Weapons Programme remotely. Gain expertise in weapons and ammunition management policy, arms control research and international security. 🗓️ Apply by 4 June 👉 unidir.org/GPP-CWP-2

🎥 As #AISE26 approaches, take a look back at #AISE25, where UNIDIR Director Robin Geiss explains why responsible, lawful and ethical military AI is crucial – and why global cooperation is key. 📅 Don't miss this year's event: unidir.org/AISE26

💬 Getting a wide range of perspectives isn't just about fairness. It also makes for better outcomes. This #CulturalDiversity Day, we're proud to be supported by all 5️⃣ permanent members of the Security Council and States from all 5️⃣ regional groups. 💻 unidir.org/funding

With less than a month to go until #AISE26, take a look back at UNIDIR’s report outlining a 1️⃣0️⃣ step roadmap for responsible military AI governance, from reducing risks and strengthening accountability to shaping future international cooperation. 🔗 unidir.org/AIMilitaryRdmap

How can the most underexplored and foundational security implications of AI be examined ahead of #AISE26? Explore this through the Road to AISE26 webinar series, featuring expert-led waypoints ahead of the conference. 🗓️ 29 May–15 June, online 🔗 RSVP: unidir.org/RoadToAISE26

🌍 Armed violence affects civilians worldwide. Evidence from West Africa shows that addressing both the root causes of violence and the small arms that fuel it leads to more lasting peace. 🗞️ Read more in our new commentary: unidir.org/prevent-SALW

Welcome to UNIDIR, Miriam Coronel Ferrer! 👏 The first woman to sign a major peace agreement as government chief negotiator, Miriam joins our Integrated Approaches Programme as a Senior Fellow. 🔗 Read more about her experience: unidir.org/miriam-ferrer

Drug use in armed groups is thought to be widespread, but what does the data show? UNIDIR’s new brief examines the indications of drug use during and after association with Boko Haram, and their implications for conflict prevention and reintegration. 🔗 unidir.org/druguse

💥 Explosive weapons in populated areas remain a leading cause of civilian harm in today’s conflicts. Ahead of this week’s Security Council debate on the protection of civilians, read UNIDIR’s report on the Political Declaration on Explosive Weapons 👇 unidir.org/EWIPA25