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International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

There are currently 15 peacekeeping operations around the world led by the United Nations.  UN Peacekeepers help countries torn by conflict create the conditions for lasting peace.  On the International Day we honour the memory of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace and pay tribute to all the men and women who have served and continue to serve in UN peacekeeping operations for their high level of professionalism, dedication and courage.

Day against Homophobia

Day against Homophobia

Seventy six countries still criminalize same-sex relationships and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people everywhere continue to suffer violent attacks and discriminatory treatment. The UN's message: LGBT rights are human rights. Together we will build a world that is free and equal. Watch the new anti-homophobia video message from the UN human rights office on the International Day against Homophobia on 17 May.

Syria

Syria: Numbers of people in need have grown rapidly

Humanitarian needs are increasing across Syria. An estimated 6.8 million Syrians, or almost one-third of the entire population, require urgent humanitarian assistance. About 3.1 million children, or around 50 per cent of those who currently require assistance, are
children.

My World Survey

MY World Survey

The UN and partners have teamed up to put in place a global survey, called MY World, that will allow people to tell the UN, and in particular the Secretary-General's High-level Panel, the most important issues they would like the post-2015 agenda to address. What changes would you make? Vote and make your voice heard!

Events

Open House Day at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bratislava on 25 May 2013

Book launch: Humanitarian Assistance in Complex Emergencies - What Role for the Military?  27 May 2013

Ciné-ONU screening: " LoveMEATender " - 3 June

2013 MUN Workshop - Vienna 8-11 July 2013

Vienna International Model United Nations, Vienna 11- 15 August 2013

Past Events

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Press Releases

May 24, 2013
2013 Vienna Energy Forum opens next week
May 24, 2013
UNIDO’s 2014-2015 budget approved in sign of continued support for work and role of Organization
May 24, 2013
San Marino Adopts Electronic Commerce Law Based on UNCITRAL Texts
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The Latest

May 16, 2013
Watch the new anti-homophobia video message from the UN human rights office on the International Day against Homophobia on 17 May.
May 6, 2013
Check out this infographic showing global post-2015 priorities based on My World survey - education is the top issue
April 24, 2013
Call for Submissions: Student Short Film Competition on Human Rights 2013
April 23, 2013
Appeal by heads of leading UN humanitarian agencies for the people of Syria

Visit the United Nations

The United Nations in Vienna offers you a unique opportunity to get an insight into global policy making. We are the world centre for issues such as nuclear explosions, hi-tech satellites and international crime prevention and you can be a part of it.

You will be guided through the amazing world of the United Nations and introduced to the work of the Vienna-based organizations.

We also offer group lectures and tours on specialized topics and for children.

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