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UNESCO New York

Liaison Office to the United Nations in the

About UNESCO New York

In response to the pressing global challenges of our time, where interlinked planetary crises call for effective collaboration and solidarity in solution, the UNESCO Liaison Office to the United Nations (UN) in New York is dedicated to forging strong connections between UNESCO's Headquarters in Paris and the UN' decision-making center.

The Office leverages UNESCO's expertise, strategic insights, and analysis to promote the Organization's priorities and engagement with UN Member States, UN System, including specialized agencies, funds and programs, as well as civil society organizations based in New York. With a commitment to staying at the forefront of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and Secretary-General’s Our Common Agenda, the office works to facilitate the exchange of ideas and information that is crucial for addressing the complex challenges facing our world.

Highlights

Right to Education
Safety of Journalists
Group of Friends for Education and Lifelong Learning
Protection of Cultural Heritage
International Days

at the United Nations

Media & Democracy
Foresight and Futures of the World

UNESCO New York Office and the United Nations System

UN General Assembly

UNESCO publications and reports

Revive the spirit of Mosul
UNESCO
October 2023
UNESCO
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The United Nations World Water Development Report 2023: partnerships and cooperation for water
UNESCO World Water Assessment Programme
2023
Publication financed by the Government of Italy and Regione Umbria
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