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Science for a Sustainable Future The new 2030 Agenda represents a significant step forward in the recognition of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) as a driving force for sustainable development. With this objective in mind, UNESCO worked in 2015 with Member States to develop national policies and enhance their capacity in the natural sciences. The Organization also continued to make gender equality a priority, and its actions this year were designed to increase the participation of girls and women in all scientific domains. Another continuing concern has been to provide an ethical perspective to support decision-makers in their scientific choices. Tweet sent out by UNESCO on the eve of World Science Day for Peace and Development (10 November) to raise awareness of the persistent gender gap in science research. 110 New data to bridge the gender gap in STEM Mobilizing for sustainability and science beyond 2015 The awareness that scientific actions must be designed for sustainability has gained ground, but there is still a long way to go. An Africa–Asia consultation on Sustainability Science for the Post-2015 Agenda, held in March in Harare (Zimbabwe), drew over 55 experts and decision-makers in science, engineering, technology and innovation from ten African countries with other participants from Europe, Asia and the United States joining in via videoconferencing. The meeting was also streamed live to selected universities and development partners, so over 120 individuals and institutions were able UIS data shows that only 28 per cent of the world’s researchers are women. A growing number of women are enrolling in universities, but many do not continue to obtain the higher-level qualifications required for a research career. UIS believes that providing data is an essential basis for addressing this loss of talent. As a result, through the new project STEM and Gender Advancement (SAGA) the Institute is developing a series of indicators about the dynamics that shape women’s decisions to pursue STEM careers, from their educational pathways to social factors, such as starting a family and the workplace environment. This evidence base should help to better target policies at the country, regional and global levels. to participate. This African panel joined with an Asian panel to discuss the role of sustainability science in enhancing the implementation of the SDGs after 2015. The ‘think tank’ of high-level experts identified areas where sustainability science could aid Africa’s economic, social and technological resurgence. It declared that the new Sustainable Development Agenda will rely heavily on mobilizing Science, Engineering, Technology and Innovation (SETI) to create sustainable economic development and shared prosperity. However, many countries have not yet fully acknowledged the importance of sustainability science for economic development. As a follow-up to the consultation, UNESCO and the Government of Ghana held in July the first of a planned series of dialogues targeting African ministers, parliamentarians and experts. The event in Accra, on the theme ‘Regional Ministers and Parliamentarians on Mobilizing Science for Africa’s Sustainable Development post-2015’, formed part of UNESCO’s continuing efforts to find ways to strengthen Africa’s performance in SETI. Politicians are key to achieving the effective exploitation and application of SETI across the continent.
More efficient fiber optics will meet the increasing demand for fast communication while reducing energy consumption. Throughout International Year of Light and Lightbased Technologies 2015, UNESCO brought together key stakeholders to advocate for light technologies to improve the quality of life in developed and developing countries. © Optoelectronics Research Centre Southampton UK 111
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Contents UNESCO’s contribution to
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UNESCO’s contribution to the 2030
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