*[Enwl-eng] Special Programme December 2025 Newsletter

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            December 2025



            Special Programme Newsletter









            Special Programme in Focus: Networking and Investing for Impact



            On 5 November, the Palais des Nations in Geneva came alive with 
ideas and collaboration during “Investing for Impact: Advancing the Global 
Framework on Chemicals (GFC)”. The event gathered governments, foundations 
and industries to explore ways to advance safer, more sustainable chemical 
management worldwide.



            Kay Williams, Head of the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) 
Secretariat, opened the event with a powerful call to action: chemicals are 
everywhere, and how we manage them will define our future.

            Her remarks set the tone for the discussions, emphasizing that 
progress and protection must go hand in hand.





            In this dynamic setting, Katherine Theolocatos, Head of the 
Special Programme Secretariat, played a pivotal role in representing the 
Programme and fostering dialogue among stakeholders.





            Her active engagement underscored the Special Programme’s 
mission to strengthen institutional capacity and connect diverse actors 
around shared objectives.

            By highlighting practical ways to turn global commitments into 
action, Katherine reinforced the importance of collaboration and 
capacity-building as cornerstones for advancing the GFC’s goals.







            Advancing Safer Futures Together
            The Special Programme is seeking new contributions to launch 
eight newly approved projects across Ethiopia, Mexico, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, 
Nigeria, Namibia, Antigua and Barbuda, and Serbia. Timely donor support will 
enable this project cycle and sustain future funding rounds, ensuring 
continued global impact.

                  Donate now





            Youth and Integrity: International Anti-Corruption Day

            (9 December 2025)

            9 December 2025 marked International Anti‑Corruption Day under 
the theme: “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s 
Integrity.”

            This observance reminds us that integrity is built through 
everyday choices by opening pathways for young voices to be heard, by using 
technology responsibly, and by strengthening systems that safeguard public 
trust.





            This year’s campaign focused on practical steps we can take 
together:

              a.. Meaningful youth participation in anti‑corruption 
initiatives.
              b.. Careful use of emerging technologies such as AI and 
blockchain, with appropriate safeguards.
              c.. Promotion of ethical practices in the private sector.
              d.. Stronger international cooperation to combat organized 
crime and illicit financial flows.



            At the heart of these efforts lies education, helping nurture a 
culture of fairness and accountability that can withstand pressure over 
time.

            Did you know that on 20 January 2025, the Special Programme 
Secretariat hosted a webinar on: “Preventing fraud and corruption in Special 
Programme projects.”?

            The session reaffirmed fiduciary responsibilities and outlined 
UNEP’s approach to prevention across partnerships and project 
implementation. Participants explored:

              1.. How ethics‑by‑design can be embedded at every stage of the 
project cycle.
              2.. Why clear roles and thorough documentation are essential.
              3.. How partnerships thrive when accountability is embraced 
not as a compliance checkbox, but as a daily habit.
            If you missed the webinar –or would like to revisit it— the 
recording is available here.



            Special Programme Annual Reporting



            As the year draws to a close, it’s crucial to stay ahead and 
ensure a smooth, efficient process for preparing annual country project 
progress reports.

            To support you in this essential task, we’re pleased to 
highlight our online course available on the E‑Learning Platform: “How to 
Best Prepare a Progress Report under the Special Programme.”





            This comprehensive course is designed to help country project 
focal points fully understand the requirements for preparing both narrative 
and financial progress reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and 
accountability.

            Here is an overview of what the course covers:

              a.. Narrative Progress Reports: Learn how to structure and 
write clear, concise narratives that effectively communicate achievements, 
challenges, and future plans.
              b.. Financial Progress Reports: Gain practical skills in 
budget tracking, expense allocation, and preparing accurate financial 
projections.
            The same information is also available in a guidance document in 
English, French and Spanish.

            Important: When submitting your reports, please ensure you use 
the official templates attached to your Project Cooperation Agreement (PCA).

                  Read more







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            more sustainable future





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