Learn about the main areas of the UN’s activities; how it makes a difference to the world’s people; and how every citizen can get involved and make a contribution.

The UN has been recognized as a leader of peace and human development, with many officers and agencies having been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, but has also been criticized for …

6 days ago · The United Nations (UN) was the second multipurpose international organization established in the 20th century that was worldwide in scope and membership. Its predecessor, …

Sep 10, 2025 · António Guterres was re-appointed as UN Secretary-General for a second term that runs from January 2022 to December 2026. He pledged to continue helping the world …

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3 days ago · COP30 summit in Brazil: What we know about the UN climate conference Delegates from around the world are expected to disagree over how to tackle climate change and who …

Nov 4, 2025 · A draft Security Council resolution said that an international force would ensure that Gaza be demilitarized, though specifics were unclear.

The United Nations Office at Geneva (Switzerland) is the second biggest UN centre, after the United Nations Headquarters (New York City). The United Nations System consists of the …

Nov 4, 2025 · The Trump administration is working on a United Nations Security Council resolution to deploy a multinational force to Gaza to uphold the US-brokered ceasefire deal, …

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child.