UN History
In what year was the United Nations founded?
1945
Name two areas that the UN focuses on. (Hint: "What We Do")
Any 2:
How often does the UN General Assembly meet?
Once a year.
According to the UN, what are global issues?
These are the issues that transcend national boundaries and cannot be solved by any one country acting alone.
What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
"blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all" by the year 2030
Where was the first UN headquarters located?
London
Which UN agency is responsible for global public health?
The World Health Organization (WHO)
What is the role of the General Assembly in the UN?
It is the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative part of the UN. It discusses and coordinates international issues.
How many global issues does the UN identify?
23
How many SDGs are there in total?
17
Why was the United Nations created?
To keep peace and to prevent another World War from happening
Who is the current Secretary-General of the UN?
António Guterres
How many member states are represented in the General Assembly?
All of them! (193) It is the only UN body with universal representation.
Any two from UN's list
Name two specific SDGs related to environmental sustainability.
Goal 13 - Climate Action, and Goal 15 - Life on Land.
How many member states are in the UN currently?
193
What is the secretary general's vision?
Restoring Trust and Inspiring Hope
When the U.N. provides help and support to people from natural disasters and wars, what is the official title of what they provide?
Humanitarian Aid
Which global issue deals with people who are forcibly displaced as a result of conflict or persecution"?
Refugees
Which SDG addresses the need to reduce inequality within and among countries?
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
Vienna and Geneva
Who was the first Secretary-General of the UN?
Trygve Lie
The U.N. was founded by how many countries back in 1945?
51 countries
What images are displayed on the U.N. flag?
Map of the world seen from the North Pole, surrounded by a wreath of olive branches,
What is the aim of SDG4, Quality Education?
SDG 4 aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.