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New online publication provides additional legal clarity to assist Basel Convention implementation

The Glossary of Terms is now available online in all 6 UN languages.

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New pan-UN Coalition formed to tackle E-Waste

BRS, together with UN Environment, the ILO and the ITU amongst others, is part of a new coalition of UN organisations formed at the recent WSIS2018 Forum to achieve a shared goal of tackling the ever-growing issue of electronic waste.

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Focus on Basel Convention regional implementation switches to Arabic-speaking countries

Learn about the work of the Basel Convention Regional Centre in Cairo, Egypt.

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BRS and ITU jointly host workshop on electronic waste

Workshop on e-waste at WSIS 2018 focuses on solutions and standards on 23 March in Geneva, Switzerland.

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BRS Secretariat participates at the World Summit on the Information Society Forum in Geneva
Executive Secretary Rolph Payet contributes to discussions on a range of issues, including the Sustainable Development Goals, throughout WSIS 2018

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Congratulations to Gambia: 20 years of implementing the Basel Convention

The BRS Secretariat congratulates Gambia on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of entry into force of the Basel Convention - for a Life with Less Waste.

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On International Women’s Day, BRS seeks more Gender Heroes

The BRS Secretariat invites Parties and stakeholders to submit stories highlighting innovative or inspiring examples of gender mainstreaming for sound management of chemicals and waste.

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The BRS Secretariat celebrates International Women’s Day

Women are disproportionately impacted by hazardous chemicals and waste. Gender mainstreaming case studies, profiles of Gender Heroes and Gender Pioneers, and the BRS Gender Action Plan are all available on our website.

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BRS Secretariat strengthens cooperation with International Telecommunications Union

The BRS Executive Secretary, Rolph Payet met with the Secretary General Houlin Zhao to discuss enhanced cooperation between the two organisations to tackle areas of joint concern such as E-waste from used IT equipment.

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