And that’s a wrap on our 32nd short course! ⚛️ An intensive week of engaging lectures, lively panel discussions and tours of the @iaeaorg and @CTBTO —including a special panel marking the CTBTO’s 30th anniversary! 🎉 A big thank you to our participants and speakers for their thoughtful questions, fresh perspectives and enthusiasm throughout the week. 🙌🏼 We look forward to seeing our participants put their new knowledge and connections into action! 👏🏼

To mark the 30th anniversary of the #CTBT opening for signature, @VCDNP's @GaukharM spoke with ELN for the Ok, Doomer! podcast on the CTBT's connection to the NPT and importance of the anti-testing norm. 🎙️

📢 Our recap of the 2026–2027 Young Women in Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Mentorship Programme launch is now live! 🤝 Now in its sixth edition, the programme pairs 20 young women with experienced professionals for eight months of mentorship, exchange, and career development. The launch brought together new and returning mentors, this year’s mentees, and former participants to share experiences and look ahead to opportunities—from attending conferences and workshops to building lasting professional connections. 🌍 We look forward to supporting the next generation of women in non-proliferation and disarmament! 📖 Read more: vcdnp.org/2026-2027-mentorsh…

At #IAEAGC2026, @atomic_yozhik explored ways to strengthen the norm against attacks on nuclear facilities at our joint side event with @MFA_Austria, while @laura_rockwood discussed advancing the IAEA Article VI amendment. Read more about VCDNP’s contributions ⬇️ vcdnp.org/2026-iaea-general-…

🔴 Happening now! VCDNP Executive Director @esokova is moderating @unodavienna’s Conversation Series discussion on disarmament and non-proliferation #education. 🌍📚 The panel explores education’s role in advancing disarmament and addressing humanitarian and security concerns, highlighting practical approaches to supporting educators and broadening the reach and impact of their work. 🗣️

🌍 Today we kicked off the VCDNP’s 32nd Short Course on Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament! We’re delighted to welcome #diplomats and practitioners from around the world to Vienna, bringing a wide range of professional backgrounds and perspectives to five days of learning and exchange. ⚛️ From the #NPT, IAEA #safeguards, and the CTBT to nuclear security, arms control, and emerging technologies, participants will explore key issues with leading experts. The programme also includes visits to the @CTBTO and the @iaeaorg. 🤝 A warm welcome to all our participants! We look forward to engaging discussions, fresh perspectives, and new connections throughout the week.

In times of geopolitical tension, scientific and legal facts matter more than ever. Full room yesterday at the #IAEA General Conference for a debate on armed attacks against nuclear facilities, hosted by Austria & @VCDNP. 🧵 #NuclearSecurity #IHL

A new article by VCDNP's Noah Mayhew (@atomic_yozhik) examines growing challenges to consensus at the IAEA General Conference #IAEAGC He asks what's needed to preserve the #Vienna Spirit and protect the IAEA’s technical work from political disagreements. Learn more ⬇️ vcdnp.org/iaea-vienna-spirit…

📢 Happening now at #IAEAGC70: A full house for our side event “Attacks Against Nuclear Facilities: Legal, Normative and Scientific Perspectives”, organised jointly with @MFA_Austria 🇦🇹. 🎙️ Our own @atomic_yozhik joins the panel to discuss the legal, normative and scientific dimensions of attacks against peaceful nuclear facilities, including risks to civilian populations and the environment. Co-sponsored by Costa Rica 🇨🇷, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮, Mexico 🇲🇽, New Zealand 🇳🇿, South Africa 🇿🇦, Switzerland 🇨🇭 and Uruguay 🇺🇾.

📢 Happening now: We’re launching the 2026/27 cohort of our mentorship programme! 🎉 Today’s launch meeting brings together mentors and mentees to get to know one another and begin eight months of learning, exchange, and professional development in nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. 🌍 🤝 A warm welcome to our new cohort, and thank you to our mentors for sharing their time, experience, and expertise. We look forward to the conversations and connections ahead! ✨

📢 Happening now at #IAEAGC70: VCDNP Senior Fellow @laura_rockwood is speaking at “Facilitating the Early Entry into Force of the @iaeaorg Art VI Amendment”, a side event sponsored by the Republic of Korea 🇰🇷 📜 She is highlighting a recent VCDNP paper covering the history of the Amendment, providing context for efforts to advance its entry into force. 📖 Read the paper she is highlighting: vcdnp.org/iaea-board-composi…

📢 Join us tomorrow at #IAEAGC70 for our side event “Attacks Against Nuclear Facilities: Legal, Normative and Scientific Perspectives”, organised jointly with @MFA_Austria 🇦🇹. ⚖️ The discussion will examine the international legal and normative frameworks applicable to attacks against peaceful nuclear facilities, challenges to their implementation, and the potential risks to civilian populations and the environment. Co-sponsored by Costa Rica 🇨🇷, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮, Mexico 🇲🇽, New Zealand 🇳🇿, South Africa 🇿🇦, Switzerland 🇨🇭 and Uruguay 🇺🇾. 🗓️ Thursday, 17 September 2026 🕐 13:00–14:15 CEST 📍 CR-6, C Building, 7th floor, Vienna International Centre ☕ Light refreshments from 12:15 near CR-6 🎟️ A valid VIC grounds pass is required.

The IAEA General Conference is underway in Vienna as geopolitical disputes increasingly spill into the Agency’s technical work. @atomic_yozhik of the @VCDNP asks: Is the “Vienna Spirit” of consensus dying – and what happens if it does? europeanleadershipnetwork.or…

📢 Join VCDNP Senior Fellow @laura_rockwood tomorrow at #IAEAGC70 for a side event on the Article VI Amendment!📜 The discussion will focus on raising awareness among @iaeaorg Member States and exploring joint efforts to support the Amendment’s early entry into force. Organised by the Republic of Korea and co-hosted by Brazil, Namibia, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, the United Kingdom and the European Union. 🗓️ Wednesday, 16 September 2026 🕐 13:00–14:00 📍 Conference Room CR3, C Building, 7th floor

📍 Attending the 70th @iaeaorg General Conference? Come visit us at the @VCDNP booth! 👋 Stop by to meet our team, browse our latest publications, and learn more about our work on nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament—from research and policy dialogue to training courses and opportunities for the next generation. ⚛️📚 Whether you’re interested in our upcoming events, exploring opportunities to collaborate, or simply catching up, we’d be delighted to see you!

The 7️⃣0️⃣th @iaeaorg General Conference is officially underway! 🙌 #IAEAGC70 As in previous years, @VCDNP is proud to have a strong delegation hosting and participating in side events, exchanging perspectives, and contributing to discussions on key #nuclear issues. ⚛️ We look forward to connecting with colleagues and delegates throughout the week. See you there! 👋

The recording and web post from our seminar on #AI in #nuclear forensics and radiological crime scene management are now live ⚛️🧠 Catch the discussion on how AI is reshaping these fields here ⬇️ vcdnp.org/ai-nuclear-forensi…

📢 Attending the IAEA General Conference next week? With #IAEAGC70 just around the corner, we invite you to revisit the VCDNP’s “Governing the Atom” brief on navigating the General Conference. Authored by VCDNP Senior Research Associate and Programmes and Outreach Manager @atomic_yozhik, the brief provides a concise and accessible overview of how the GC functions, how resolutions and decisions are negotiated, and what delegates can expect throughout the week. ⚛️ Whether you are attending the GC for the first time or looking for a refresher ahead of next week, the brief offers a useful guide to one of the IAEA’s key policy-making organs. 📖 Read the brief: vcdnp.org/the-iaea-general-c… #IAEA #GeneralConference