Today, 20 November, marks GIS Day. This global event is dedicated to celebrating the power of geospatial data and technology while promoting awareness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Geospatial, or location-based, data plays a critical role in addressing the world's most pressing challenges, particularly in relation to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
About OICT
The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) enables a better, safer, more sustainable future through innovative technology. It is committed to ensuring colleagues all over the world have every tool necessary to succeed in their respective mandates.
All Secretariat entities report to Mr. Bernardo Mariano Jr., Chief Information Technology Officer, Assistant Secretary-General. The Office is headquartered in New York City.
Mapping the SDGs
Almost 300 million people faced acute food insecurity in 2023, driven by war, economic shocks and extreme weather. This United Nations Geospatial map on SDG 2: Zero Hunger highlights Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan in the region, with outstanding diversity of market price alerts in Afghanistan.
DTN Autumn Session
United Nations Chief Information Officers, Chief Data Officers and Chief Digital Officers recently met at Food and Agriculture Organization Headquarters in Rome, Italy, for the Digital and Technology Network Autumn Session to drive digital transformation and collaboration across the UN system. Technology leaders held critical conversations to ensure that the current digital revolution accelerates Sustainable Development.
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News Updates
Michel Bergeron, Head of Premises, United Nations Information and Communications Technology Facility, Global Service Centre (UNICTF-UNGSC), reflects on the profound impact of the devastating floods in Valencia on 29 October, sharing how personnel at UNITCF responded to the crisis while also supporting the local community through relief efforts.
The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) is excited to announce the Space Tech Seminar, an official side-event at the Summit of the Future.
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The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) is leading the digital transformation of the Organization to enable a better, safer, more sustainable future through secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions. OICT is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for OICT positions. OICT supports the principles of work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.