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The History of Multilateralism
On today's International Day of #Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, the Library and Archives at the United Nations Office at Geneva is launching a new online experience to showcase the history of multilateralism. Unique archival materials, including correspondence, telegrams, treaties, and also drawings, photographs and videos, provide a view on the evolution of multilateralism in Geneva since the establishment of the League of Nations.
Press Conference: Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions Secretariat - 25.04.25
The Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions are multilateral environmental agreements, which share the common objective of protecting human health and the environment from hazardous chemicals and wastes.
Outrage as Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine cities kill at least nine civilians - 24.04.25
Grim details continued to emerge on Thursday in the aftermath of a wave of Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital and other cities overnight, with early reports indicating that at least nine people were killed and dozens injured.
Geneva Press Briefing: WFP - 22.04.25
🎦 World Food Programme on rising hunger and malnutrition in Ethiopia
Happening at UN Geneva
3rd Global Dialogue on AI
Organized by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in collaboration with Onuart Foundation, the two-day gathering will feature thematic discussions focused on the role of AI in fostering dialogue, advancing sustainable development, and shaping pathways for collective human progress, while also addressing critical challenges such as cultural and religious bias, governance, and equitable access. Through the "AI for #OneHumanity Series", UNAOC seeks to create a platform for experts, thought leaders, policymakers, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector to collaboratively shape a future in which AI advances human dignity, cultural understanding, and peace.
English and Spanish Language Day celebrations
Join us at the entrance of the Serpent Bar in Building E; you will be able to take photos at the Photobooth, showcasing your favourite English and Spanish words! Don’t forget to share your photos on social media, tagging @UNGeneva, using #IAmMultilingual. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of the English and Spanish languages! You can also give our Spanish crossword a try!
Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD)
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) is the body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination by its States parties.
Racial discrimination remains a barrier to the full realization of human rights. Despite progress in some areas, exclusions and restrictions based on race, colour, descent, national or ethnic origin continue to cause conflict, suffering and loss of life. CERD works to take action against the injustice of racial discrimination, and the dangers it represents.
Committee Against Torture (CAT)
The Committee Against Torture (CAT) is the body of 10 independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment by its States parties.
The Committee against Torture works to hold States accountable for human rights violations, systematically investigating reports of torture in order to stop and prevent this crime.
