The United Nations (UN)

• United Nations (UN)


  An international organization founded in 1945 after World War II
• UN's main objectives


  • Maintain international peace and security
  • Develop friendly relations among nations
  • Achieve international cooperation in solving international problems
  • Promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms
• The UN consists of multiple specialized agencies, programs, and bodies that address various global issues, including health, education, development, and humanitarian aid
• The UN was established through the signing of the United Nations Charter by 51 countries in San Francisco, California


  October 24, 1945
• The UN was created to replace the ineffective League of Nations, which had failed to prevent World War II
• UN Charter


  Sets out the purposes, principles, and structure of the organization, including the General Assembly, Security Council, Secretariat, and specialized agencies
• Security Council


  • Consists of 15 members, including five permanent members with veto power (United States, United Kingdom, France, China, and Russia) and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms
  • Often seen as the most influential body within the UN
• Agencies like the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and UNESCO have made significant contributions to global health, child welfare, and education, respectively
• Challenges such as funding constraints, political conflicts, and bureaucratic inefficiencies have sometimes hindered the effectiveness of these agencies
• Overall, the UN's specialized agencies have played a vital role in addressing global challenges and promoting international cooperation