Peace and Conflict Word Searches
UNA Coventry offers this set of 10 word searches on peace and conflict in order to stimulate thought and discussion on what are the causes of conflict and how people can find peace.
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United Nations Day 2018
A message from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on United Nations Day 24 October.
Continue reading →OCHA Office for Occupied Palestinian Territory
The OCHA Occupied Palestinian Territory (OCHA oPt) office was established in response to the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the West Bank and Gaza caused by military incursions and closures – mobility restrictions imposed on the Palestinian civilians, local and international … Continue reading →
UN High Commissioner Calls for End to Occupation of Palestinian Territory
Special Session of the Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem Statement by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein 18 May 2018 Mr. President, Appalling recent … Continue reading →
UN Humanitarian Coordinator calls for urgent humanitarian support for Gaza
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr. Jamie McGoldrick, today called for urgent support to meet the humanitarian needs of victims of violence in Gaza. “The situation in Gaza is devastating and the crisis is far from over,” said Mr. McGoldrick. “For … Continue reading →
OHCHR
The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) spearheads the United Nations’ human rights efforts. We offer leadership, work objectively, educate and take action to empower individuals and assist States in upholding human rights. Its goal is to … Continue reading →
United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination (UNDAC)
The United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination (UNDAC) is part of the international emergency response system for sudden-onset emergencies. It is designed to help the United Nations and governments of disaster-affected countries during the first phase of a sudden-onset emergency. … Continue reading →
UN Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
UNAOC aims to improve understanding and cooperation among nations and peoples across culture and to reduce polarization at local and global levels. It helps develop more inclusive societies, in which diversity is experiences as an asset. Vision Statement Guided by … Continue reading →
United Nations and Restorative Justice
Criminal justice reform is at the heart of the mandate of the United Nations. Restorative Justice is frequently mentioned as an important way forward, including in post-conflict reconstruction. Below we cite some examples. In 2000, the UN Economic and Social Council … Continue reading →
Another silent night
To mark this season of giving, the Central Emergency Response Fund is featuring a campaign that tells the stories of loss, struggle and survival through a unique version of a famous holiday carol. Sung by Pihcintu, a choir of 32 … Continue reading →