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style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; FONT-SIZE: 13px">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<U> </U>to explore ways to advance safer,
more sustainable chemical management
worldwide.</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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Williams</B>, 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. </SPAN></P>
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remarks set the tone for the discussions, emphasizing that progress
and protection must go hand in
hand. </SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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this dynamic setting, <B>Katherine Theolocatos</B>, Head of the
Special Programme Secretariat, played a pivotal role in representing
the Programme and fostering dialogue among
stakeholders.</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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Safer Futures Together</B></SPAN></A></H1></DIV></TD></TR>
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Programme is seeking new contributions to launch eight newly
approved projects across</SPAN><SPAN
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<B>Ethiopia, Mexico, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, Nigeria, Namibia, Antigua
and Barbuda, and Serbia</B>.</SPAN><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Arial; COLOR: #fff; FONT-SIZE: 14px"> Timely
donor support will enable this project cycle and sustain future
funding rounds, ensuring continued global
impact.</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR>
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and Integrity: International Anti-Corruption
Day </B></SPAN></A></P>
<P
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December 2025)</B></SPAN></A></P></DIV></TD></TR>
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style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">9
December 2025 marked International Anti‑Corruption Day under the
theme: “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s
Integrity.”</SPAN></P>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">This
observance reminds us that<B> integrity is built through everyday
choices </B>by opening pathways for young voices to be heard, by
using technology responsibly, and by strengthening systems that
safeguard public
trust.</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">This
year’s campaign focused on practical steps we can take
together:</SPAN></P>
<UL>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Meaningful
youth participation in anti‑corruption initiatives.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Careful
use of emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain, with
appropriate safeguards.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Promotion
of ethical practices in the private sector.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Stronger
international cooperation to combat organized crime and illicit
financial
flows.</SPAN></LI></UL></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">At
the heart of these efforts lies education, helping nurture a culture
of fairness and accountability that can withstand pressure over
time.</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR>
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<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px"><B>Did
you know</B> that on 20 January 2025, the Special Programme
Secretariat hosted a webinar on: <B>“Preventing fraud and corruption
in Special Programme projects.”?</B></SPAN></P>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">The
session reaffirmed fiduciary responsibilities and outlined UNEP’s
approach to prevention across partnerships and project
implementation. Participants explored:</SPAN></P>
<OL>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">How
ethics‑by‑design can be embedded at every stage of the project
cycle.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Why
clear roles and thorough documentation are essential.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">How
partnerships thrive when accountability is embraced not as a
compliance checkbox, but as a daily habit.</SPAN></LI></OL>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">If
you missed the webinar –or would like to revisit it— the recording
is available </SPAN><A style="TEXT-DECORATION: none"
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<P
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style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #65c3f6; FONT-SIZE: 22px"><B>Special
Programme Annual
Reporting</B></SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">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.</SPAN></P>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">To
support you in this essential task, we’re pleased to highlight our
online course available on the </SPAN><A
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Programme.”</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV>
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style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">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.</SPAN></P>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px"><B>Here
is an overview of what the course covers:</B></SPAN></P>
<UL>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Narrative
Progress Reports: Learn how to structure and write clear, concise
narratives that effectively communicate achievements, challenges,
and future plans.</SPAN>
<LI style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Financial
Progress Reports: Gain practical skills in budget tracking,
expense allocation, and preparing accurate financial
projections.</SPAN></LI></UL>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">The
same information is also available in a guidance document in
English, French and Spanish.</SPAN></P>
<P
style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; LINE-HEIGHT: 22px; MARGIN: 10px 0px"><SPAN
style="FONT-FAMILY: Roboto,Arial,sans-serif; COLOR: #000000; FONT-SIZE: 13px">Important:
When submitting your reports, please ensure you use the official
templates attached to your Project Cooperation Agreement
(PCA).</SPAN></P></DIV></TD></TR>
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