Sustainable Development Goals: 17 Goals to Transform our World
In 2020, the number of people living in extreme poverty (living on less than USD 2.15 a day) rose to 724 million. Those living in extreme poverty struggle to fulfill the most basic needs (health ...
About UN Membership | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
How does a country become a Member of the United Nations? Membership in the Organization, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, “is open to all peace-loving States that accept ...
Human Rights | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a milestone document in the history of human rights. Drafted by representatives with different legal and cultural backgrounds from all regions ...
Actions for a healthy planet | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
Switch to an electric vehicle. If you plan to buy a car, consider going electric, with more and cheaper models coming on the market. In many countries, electric cars help reduce air pollution and ...
Countering Disinformation | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
In his report, Countering disinformation for the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms, the Secretary-General describes the challenges posed by disinformation and the ...
Climate Change | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
Climate Change is the defining issue of our time and we are at a defining moment. From shifting weather patterns that threaten food production, to rising sea levels that increase the risk of ...
Causes and Effects of Climate Change | United Nations
2022年3月1日 · Fossil fuels – coal, oil and gas – are by far the largest contributor to global climate change, accounting for over 75 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and nearly 90 per cent of all ...
What is hate speech? | United Nations - الأمم المتحدة
What is hate speech? In common language, “hate speech” refers to offensive discourse targeting a group or an individual based on inherent characteristics (such as race, religion or gender) and ...
A New Era of Conflict and Violence | United Nations
Globally, the absolute number of war deaths has been declining since 1946. And yet, conflict and violence are currently on the rise, with many conflicts today waged between non-state actors such ...
2024 Calendar of Selected United Nations Events
A view of the United Nations flag outside the General Assembly Hall during the general debate of the General Assembly' UN Photo / Loey Felipe