Learn more about UNESCO's role, vision and results. UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Our aim is to promote peace and security …

UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, is a specialized agency dedicated to strengthening our shared humanity through the promotion of education, …

Today, 195 countries adhere to the World Heritage Convention, as it is commonly known, and have become part of an international community united in a common mission to identify and …

The 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 …

Welcome to UNESCO's lists and designations around the world. Discover the Organization's endeavours to promote sustainable development, protect culture and foster peace.

UNESCO was created to decide what kind of society we wanted to build together after the destruction of two World Wars. As early as 1942, global leaders began imagining an …

Apr 9, 2025 · Education transforms lives and is at the heart of UNESCO’s mission to build peace, eradicate poverty and drive sustainable development. It is a human right for all throughout life.

UNESCO engages with governments to establish international standards and legal texts that respond to the biggest challenges of our time.. We develop tools for cooperation among states …

Feb 5, 2024 · Conserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable use. UNESCO works on the conservation of biodiversity and the sustainable use of its components through UNESCO …

Apr 30, 2025 · Protecting Our Heritage and Fostering Creativity. From cherished historic monuments and museums to living heritage practices and contemporary art forms, culture …