The United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Tripoli organized a series of events to celebrate International Women's Day. On 9 March 2009, UNIC Tripoli together with Ghadaffi International Charity and Development Foundation and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) held a workshop entitled "Empowerment of
Women and Gender Equity: International Women’s Day 2009." A professor from Garyounis University opened the workshop and expressed his appreciation for the strong leadership and support provided by Ghadaffi International Charity and Development Foundation. The UN Resident Coordinator spoke about the work the UN will do to set up a women’s network in the country to forge an active partnership for the advancement of women’s rights and a representative from Benghazi University presented a paper on issues of women in Libya, national political issues and their impact on women's empowerment in Libya.

Also on 9 March 2009, the Organization of Women and Children’s Rights celebrated International Women’s Day at the Cultural Center of Jafara Shabeya. UNIC Tripoli distributed the Secretary-General’s message for the Day, press releases, and a large number of publications on the subject of women.

On 10 March 2009 a press conference, held at UN House, was arranged by UNIC Tripoli for the Resident Coordinator. The Resident Coordinator outlined the events scheduled for International Women’s Day 2009 and gave an interview to Libya TV.

Finally on 11 March 2009, a debate was held for female teachers. Prominent female leaders in the field of women’s rights chaired the debate. They highlighted different aspects of violence against women in society and said though Libya has ratified a number of international agreements on women's rights, what was required was to raise awareness among girls and women of their rights. Participants asked questions of the panel and discussed the causes, effects and solutions to violence against women.

On 23 October an event entitled “Open House: The UN Making a Difference in Libya” was held at the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Tripoli. An exhibit showcasing the work of UN agencies in Libya was available for viewing. Guests included academics, researchers, diplomats, government officials, students and representatives of civil society and the media. Several films were screened and topics included the environment, women, children, drugs, AIDS and the United Nations.

On 28 November, United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) Tripoli organized a press conference to launch the Human Development Report 2007-2008. The UN Resident Coordinator briefed the journalists about the report. The program was broadcast on national TV three times during peak hours. A number of newspapers reported the event.

United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) Tripoli, together with Libyan scouts and guides, International Organization for Peace, Care and Relief, United Nations Development Program (UNDP), General Committee for Environment, Arab Union for Youth, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), organized a program to commemorate World Environment Day 2007.  

On 5 June, participants gathered at Judaim Scouts ground where scouts and guides from different Arab countries participated in the 7th Arab Forum of Scouts under the theme "Environmental Awareness and Production".  Trees were planted as a part of "Billion Tree Campaign".  Other actvities included a march and speeches delivered by the Chairman, National Scouts and Guides, and the Mayor of Tripoli.  The speeched stressed protecting the environment, climate change and global warming.  A UN staff member read the message of the Secretary-General for this occasion.

UNIC Tripoli organized distribution of information materials prepared especially for this occasion, which included books, pamphlets and posters. Drawings created as part of a drawing competition were displayed in the garden.  During the dinner at Judaim scouts ground, a film showing the activities of Scouts was screened.