An International Platform for
South-South STI Cooperation

International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation
under the auspices of UNESCO

ISTIC in Brief

The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO (ISTIC) operates as a UNESCO Category 2 Centre. Institutes and centres under the auspices of UNESCO (Category 2) are established and funded by Member States to contribute to the realization of UNESCO’s objectives.

                             

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Upcoming Events

International Conference on
Women in Science, Engineering, Economy, Technology, and Innovation (SE²TI) (self-sponsored participation)

9 – 11 October 2025
Beijing, China

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Our Priority Agenda (2022-2027)

STI Advocacy, Diplomacy and Policy

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Education for Sustainable Development

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Open Science

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Artificial and Digital Innovation

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Research Ecosystems

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Climate Change Education

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+100 total programmes
+100 participation countries
+10 Mou signed
+3500 participants
+20 host countries
+90 Strategic partners

Key Achievements

Since the establishment of ISTIC, significant achievements have been realized.

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istic_unesco ISTIC @istic_unesco ·
29 Sep

📣Call for Application !

Registration :
🔗 For International: https://forms.gle/XUTb73hEfmszJHSg8
🔗 For Chinese: https://docs.qq.com/form/page/DVUpTeW9LeEpkcWJq
👉 Visit the microsite: https://wseti.istic-unesco.org

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istic_unesco ISTIC @istic_unesco ·
26 Sep

🌱✨ A look back at our International Training Programme on "STI Policy: AI for Climate Learning Futures" !

3 days of dialogues, innovation labs & co-created policy briefs to advance AI-enabled climate education in the Global South.

Thanks to all speakers & participants! 🙌

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🌍📚 Happy World Teachers’s Day✨🌍Today, the International Science, Technology and Innovation Center under the auspices of Unesco joins the @unitednations community in celebrating the World Teachers’ Day, a day to honour all #teachers around the globe ! At ISTIC, we are grateful to work with educators from Malaysia and the all across the Global South to explore #STI topics such as climate change education, big data, artificial intelligence and education for sustainable development. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫We are grateful for their passion and perseverance, and we look forward to continuing our journey together, supporting, collaborating and celebrating their essential role in building a #sustainable and inclusive future. 🌟🔗 Learn more via UNESCO: www.unesco.org/en/days/teachers#worldteachersday #educationforsustainabledevelopment #globalsouth #sustainablefuture #unday ... See MoreSee Less

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📣 Last Call for Applications :5th International Conference on Women in Science, Engineering, Economy, Technology, and Innovation (SE²TI) 第五届国际女性工程科技经济与创新论坛, “Trailblazer of Tomorrow’s Innovation”, “明日创新的开拓者”📅 Dates: 9-11 October 2025 📍Venue: Beijing, China🗓️ Application Deadline: 2 October 2025The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation (ISTIC), in collaboration with the International Centre for Engineering Education under the Auspices of UNESCO (ICEE), are pleased to invite applications for the 3-day International Conference on Women in Science, Engineering, Economy, Technology, and Innovation (SE²TI). 🔹 Programme Themes :1. Breaking Barriers – Policy Reforms for Women in Science, Technology, And Innovation2. Gender Equality – Women as Catalysts of Innovation3. Science & Engineering – Women Driving Scientific Breakthroughs4. Education – Nurturing the Next Generation of Innovators5. Economy – Women Driving Economic Growth Through Innovation6. Disruptive Technology – Women Pioneering the Future🔹 Who Should ApplyWe welcome applications from :- Ministries and Government Agencies- Science, Engineering, Technology, and Innovation (SETI) related Organisation / Industry Universities and Research Institutes- Women NGOs- Women Professional BodiesInterested applicants are urged to use the online registration form:🔗 For International:** forms.gle/XUTb73hEfmszJHSg8🔗 For Chinese only:** docs.qq.com/form/page/DVUpTeW9LeEpkcWJq👉 For more information please visit the microsite: [wseti.istic-unesco.org](wseti.istic-unesco.org/)We look forward to welcoming a dynamic cohort of professionals committed to advancing SE²TI for women ! #Womenandscience #WSTIE #GlobalSouth#SouthSouthCooperation#STIforWomen ... See MoreSee Less

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