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UNODC CBRN Terrorism Prevention Programme

High-level seminar for Vienna-based diplomats on ICSANT: On 11 April, UNODC, jointly with the United States of America, held a high-level seminar for Vienna-based diplomats on the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (ICSANT). It was the first activity conducted under a project funded by the Department of State’s Office of Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism on Understanding ICSANT. The seminar aimed to raise awareness of ICSANT and its importance in preventing and suppressing certain criminal conduct, including for terrorist purposes, involving nuclear or other radioactive material. The event was attended by nearly 80 diplomats from over 60 countries.

Reunion meeting of the 2024 UNODC ICSANT Universalization Youth Academy: On 12 May, UNODC convened an online reunion meeting of its 2024 ICSANT Universalization Youth Academy alums to update them on UNODC’s progress in promoting adherence to, and effective implementation of, the Convention and discuss alums’ advocacy efforts related to ICSANT in their respective countries. The ICSANT Universalization Youth Academy is an initiative funded by the Government of Canada.