UNESCO : Building Peace through Education, Science and Culture ...
WEBSince wars begin in the minds of men and women, it is in the minds of men and women that peace must be built. UNESCO uses education, science, culture, communication and information to foster mutual understanding and respect for our planet. We work to strengthen the intellectual and moral solidarity of humankind and bring out the best in our ...
World Heritage - UNESCO
WEBWorld Heritage. The 1972 Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage recognizes that certain places on Earth are of "outstanding universal value" and should form part of the common heritage of humankind. Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations.
UNESCO in brief | UNESCO
WEBUNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It contributes to peace and security by promoting international cooperation in education, sciences, culture, communication and information. UNESCO promotes knowledge sharing and the free flow of ideas to accelerate mutual understanding and a more perfect knowledge of each other's lives.
UNESCO and Sustainable Development Goals
WEBThe 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries - developed and developing - in a global partnership.
History of UNESCO
WEBHistory of UNESCO. UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It seeks to build peace through international cooperation in Education, the Sciences and Culture. UNESCO’s Constitution was adopted in London in 1945, it entered into force in 1946. After two World Wars in less than thirty years, UNESCO was born ...
UNESCO & the UN | UNESCO
WEBApr 20, 2023 · UNESCO & the UN. The United Nations has reformed itself to better respond to the needs of its Member States through the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Adopted in September 2015, the SDGs represent the new global agenda, aimed at improving the lives of people around the …
Conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity | UNESCO
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · Conserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable use. UNESCO works on the conservation of biodiversity and the sustainable use of its components through UNESCO designated sites, including biosphere reserves, World Heritage sites and UNESCO Global Geoparks.In 2018, UNESCO designated sites protected over 10 million km 2, an area equivalent to the size of China.
Data, facts and figures | UNESCO
WEBUNESCO's action around the world. Use our interactive map to find out more about UNESCO's work in all fields, in every region of the world. UNESCO provides the global community with reliable data, statistics and research in its fields of expertise. This page is regularly updated with resources from UNESCO reports and monitoring tools.
Culture - UNESCO
WEBCulture. From cherished historic monuments and museums to living heritage practices and contemporary art forms, culture enriches our lives in countless ways and helps build inclusive, innovative and resilient communities. Protecting and safeguarding the world’s cultural and natural heritage and supporting creativity and dynamic cultural ...
World Heritage Glaciers: Sentinels of climate change | UNESCO
WEB1 day ago · It outlines the importance of glaciers for sustaining life, their role as indicators of climate change, and their accelerated retreat due to global warming. The report emphasizes the urgent need to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, which could save glaciers in two-thirds of World Heritage sites.