CIFAL Victoria
UNITAR-UVic partnership
The United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) and the ³Ô¹ÏÍø have established the first accredited International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders (known by the French acronym CIFAL) on North America's west coast.
CIFAL Victoria, based at UVic, joins a . The main purpose of these centres is to develop and strengthen our ability to better respond to challenges and facilitate City-to-City partnerships.
CIFAL Victoria delivers training activities and research that build on UVic's commitments to the and the . It connects the region with the global community and supports international knowledge-sharing and partnerships, as well as gathering and measuring data on our impact in advancing the SDGs, with a focus on four key themes:
- Oceans, climate and sustainability
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- Decolonization and Indigenous knowledge
- Global health and well-being
Joint publication produced by CIFAL Victoria, UNITAR, and UVic Co-Op & Career detailing the impact of students' contributions during participation in the CIFAL-UNITAR accredited co-op program.
Report published by UNITAR and CIFAL Victoria of a student-led initiative that embarked on a creative exploration sharing their experiences concerning life amidst climate change.
CIFAL annual reports
Discover how CIFAL Victoria has connected the region with the global community and supported international knowledge-sharing and partnerships during its first three years of operation.
Focus areas
We are tackling the issues facing our oceans and lands, human health and the economy. Our focus is on climate policy, modelling, conservation and much more.
We are learning, listening and creating a community where Indigenous knowledge is valued. Understanding these perspectives is an important part of our education and growth.
Sustainable Development Goals
CIFAL Victoria is part of UVic's commitment to support the UN's 17 SDGs. These goals outline the work that needs to happen to create a sustainable future for our planet.
We aim to:
- enable the transfer of knowledge, experience and best practices
- encourage co-operation and multi-stakeholder partnerships
- provide networking opportunities
- contribute to the development of local and national strategies to meet the SDGs
CIFAL Victoria serves the Pacific Coast through local, regional and global partnerships.
Visit our that explores how the SDGs are impacting training initiatives on campus.
Upcoming events
Learning opportunities
UNITAR offers a wide range of courses and training activities for students, academics, government agencies, international and non-governmental organizations.
The CIFAL Global Network is composed of 31 CIFAL Centres across Asia, Oceania, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
Our team
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Dr. Crystal Tremblay
Director CIFAL Victoria
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Nicole Bates-Eamer
Associate Director CIFAL Victoria
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Bethany Woodbridge
Program Officer CIFAL Victoria