UN Foundations And History
The UN was established in 1945 immediately following the conclusion of this global conflict.
WWII
Operating under the sustainable development pillar, this agency fights infectious diseases and manages global health emergencies.
WHO
Because it gives all 193 member states equal representation, the General Assembly is often compared to this type of global institution.
World Parliament.
This powerful 15-member body holds the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security.
Security Council
The total member states in the UN
193
This specific UN agency provides shelter, food, and protection to individuals displaced by war or natural disasters.
UNHCR
Regardless of a country's size, wealth, or population, each member state gets this many votes in the General Assembly.
one
Unlike the recommendations of the General Assembly, the decisions made by the Security Council carry this legal weight.
Legally Binding
The UN's primary mission is to maintain peace and security, as well as
maintaining friendly relations with the other nations.
The UN's most famous responsibility is deploying international military and police forces to conflict zones.
Peacekeeping
The General Assembly is responsible for appointing this individual, who serves as the top official and leader of the UN.
UN Secretary General
This is the total number of permanent members on the Security Council that possess veto power.
5
All member states are legally bound by the principles found within this document
The UN charter
Under the Human Rights pillar, this specific council monitors global conditions and investigates war crimes and severe abuse.
Human Rights Council
The General Assembly is responsible for appointing this individual, who serves as the top official and leader of the UN.
UN Secretary General
This specific council consists of 54 member states and works to eliminate poverty and improve global education.
Economic and Social Council
This major California city hosted the historic 1945 conference where the UN Charter was officially signed
San Francisco
The UN provides a framework for international law by helping countries negotiate agreements regarding shared global areas, such as international trade, the ocean, and this final area.
Outer Space
The General Assembly holds the power to elect non-permanent members to other UN councils, such as the Security Council and this social body.
Economic and Social Council
While non-permanent members of the Security Council are elected for 2-year terms, Economic and Social Council members serve for how many years?
3