UN Assistant Secretary-General joins us to celebrate 50 years of research

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the University of Wolverhampton’s Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT), a public event has been arranged featuring a special United Nations guest speaker.  

CIDT is a specialist in providing capacity strengthening services for international development agencies and other diverse stakeholders through its vital projects and programmes, offering practical solutions to complex global issues. The Centre is a social enterprise that sits within the University, with five decades of experience in 140 countries. 

Its research work has contributed to sustainable development initiatives in many developing countries and aided professionals working in international development. Developing knowledge, facilitating learning and collaboration, and promoting best practices have been key to the Centre’s approach to promoting sustainable development. 

The public event, being held on Monday 1 July between 2.00 pm and 6.00 pm, welcomes Nikhil Seth, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and Executive Director of UNITAR, who will provide the keynote address as a part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the CIDT.  

Nikhil has previously assumed the role of Director of the Division for Sustainable Development, Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) at the United Nations Secretariat in New York, responsible for supporting the intergovernmental negotiations which shaped the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  

The talk will be followed by a Q&A and social networking. It is taking place at the University’s City Campus in Wolverhampton. To book now: Reserve your free place.