The role of the United Nations is as vital today as ever. Around the world, the UN works for everyone, everywhere —by responding to conflict, protecting refugees, feeding the hungry, addressing the climate emergency, empowering women, assisting those affected by humanitarian crises & much more. https://lnkd.in/eEmsPA_V
About us
Founded at the end of the Second World War, the United Nations is an international organization made up of 193 Member States committed to maintaining international peace and security. Every day the UN works to tackle global challenges and deliver results for those most in need. Giving life-saving support to populations hit by humanitarian crises, helping build and keep the peace in conflict-ridden areas, supporting governments and their citizens to advance development and fight poverty, and promoting human rights worldwide are the core pillars of the work of the United Nations and the mandates it receives from its Member States. The Charter of the United Nations is available in full at: http://www.un.org/en/documents/charter/
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http://www.un.org
External link for United Nations
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1945
- Specialties
- peacekeeping, development, humanitarian assistance, peace and security, human rights, international law, and climate action
Locations
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Primary
UN Headquarters
New York, NY 10017, US
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Employees at United Nations
Updates
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UN peacekeepers from Bosnia and Herzegovina are #ServingForPeace with United Nations Peacekeeping, leaving their families behind to protect those in need. We thank them for their service and sacrifice. https://lnkd.in/egbTTuj
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Extreme heat is having a heavy toll on workers' health worldwide. Global rising temperatures can lead to illness, heatstroke, and even death. According to a new report by the International Labour Organization, 26.2 million people are living with chronic kidney disease attributable to heat stress at work. The report stresses that this issue extends beyond heat waves, with 8 out of 10 occupational injuries linked to excessive heat occurring under normal conditions. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gPibhfdj
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The Refugee Olympic Team is ready to compete at the #Paris2024 Olympics. These 37 athletes are proof of the power of sport to bring hope, heal and help refugees rebuild their futures. Join us in supporting the team! —via UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
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“The choices we make, or fail to make, today could result in breakdown or breakthrough to a greener, better, safer future.” – UN Secretary-General António Guterres Learn why this September will be a pivotal moment for #OurCommonFuture: https://bit.ly/SotF2024
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On the boundary between land and sea, mangrove ecosystems are key to reducing the impacts of the climate crisis and extreme weather events by providing protection from storms, tsunamis and sea level rise. Mangroves safeguard millions of people living in coastal communities and provide habitats for marine species. Yet, they are disappearing at an alarming rate. All of us can take #ClimateAction and help preserve mangroves by understanding what is driving their loss, making sustainable choices and helping spread the word about their benefits. On Friday's Mangrove Day, join UNESCO in calling for urgent action to protect these extraordinary ecosystems. https://lnkd.in/e5nw-R6E
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"Extreme heat is having an extreme impact on people and planet." Following the three hottest days ever recorded, UN Secretary-General António Guterres launched a global call to #ClimateAction focused on: 🔸 Caring for the most vulnerable 🔸 Stepping up protections for workers 🔸 Boosting resilience 🔸 Fighting the fossil fuel addiction “The world must rise to the challenge of rising temperatures.” https://lnkd.in/duJzKDTS
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Every year, nearly 250,000 people die from drowning, often during routine daily activities. It's a leading cause of death among children & young people, but can be prevented through education, supervision & training. The World Health Organization explains how to prevent these tragedies on Thursday's World Drowning Prevention Day: https://lnkd.in/dVKX392R
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A staggering 733 million people faced hunger in 2023. Conflicts, climate extremes, high costs and persistent inequalities have pushed nutritious food out of reach for millions. Latest UN report says progress in fighting global hunger has been set back 15 years, calling for urgent action to tackle this pressing issue. Swipe through to know more from FAO. https://lnkd.in/eNkA3JRj
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and taking care of yourself is important, especially during times of difficulty and stress. Self-care actions include, but are not limited to, practicing regular physical activity, eating a healthy diet, looking after your mental health, and avoiding alcohol and tobacco. On Wednesday's Self-Care Day, the World Health Organization shares new guidance to help countries integrate self-care within their health care systems: https://lnkd.in/dCwKbsDh