Latest Publications from UNESCO Publishing in Paris
Voices of Glaciers
As glaciers continue to melt relentlessly across all latitudes, the disappearance of tropical glaciers offers a glimpse into what a world without ice might look like.
This book explores the lives of 35 diverse individuals whose lives are intertwined with tropical glaciers, sharing their emotions, perceptions and experiences, as well as how they are adapting to a changing reality.
These testimonies—from local Indigenous communities, tourists, conservationists, scientists, mountaineers, artists and others—offer a unique window into the tangible impacts of glacier loss, drawing on perspectives from a range of disciplines, from anthropology to glaciology and sustainability science. Images documenting the retreat of glaciers in Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia over the past 175 years tell their own powerful and undeniable story.
UNESCO Global Geoparks
UNESCO Global Geoparks are areas with outstanding geological features and landscapes, where strong local capacities exist to make the most of Earth’s heritage through education, conservation and tourism.
Highlighting the breathtaking beauty of these geoparks, this book takes readers on an entertaining and educational journey, unveiling the mysteries behind each site.
From the significance of rocks and fossils to fascinating facts and travel tips, this book presents nature at its most magnificent in a beautiful and engaging way.
Published Magazines
UNESCO Courier – September 2025
What can archaeology teach us about the world today? Beyond the search for lost civilizations, archaeology challenges our narratives, deepens our understanding of society and reveals the traces we leave on Earth.
From the enduring fascination with ancient Egypt to the hidden mysteries of Maya cities, from Neolithic China to the rediscovery of Saudi Arabia’s treasures in AlUla, archaeology is rapidly evolving and reshaping what we know about humanity.
Handbook
Red Teaming AI for Social Good — Choudhury, Romi Nusenskidas, Theodora Lakshmi, Dania Amos, Sarah, 2025
Prepared by UNESCO in collaboration with Dr. Rumman Chowdhury and Humane Intelligence, this handbook provides a practical, step-by-step guide to help organizations, policymakers, educators and civil society actors test generative AI models for bias, stereotypes and potential harms, particularly those that enable technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV).
Based on a real-world red-teaming exercise conducted at UNESCO, the handbook empowers users to identify risks, contribute to ethical AI development and advocate for safer, more inclusive digital spaces.
The African Book Industry – UNESCO Publishing, 2025
Thanks to its outstanding literary talent and a growing number of success stories, Africa’s book industry has enormous potential. Although the continent as a whole remains heavily dependent on imports and foreign publishing, it accounted for 5.4% of the global publishing market in 2023, generating approximately US$7 billion in annual revenue. With appropriate measures and policies in place, the continent’s book industry could therefore see market opportunities worth up to US$18.5 billion in the coming years, with educational publishing alone accounting for US$13 billion.
For the first time, UNESCO has conducted a comprehensive mapping of the book industry across all 54 African countries.
Global Reports Published
UNESCO’s flagship global reports on key issues in education, science, culture, communication and information.
- Mountains and Glaciers: Water Towers
United Nations World Water Development Report 2025
- Leadership in Education
- Racing Against Time for Smarter Development