Secretary-General António Guterres (on screen and standing at table) participates in Instagram Live with actor Aidan Gallagher, UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador.
Secretary-General António Guterres (on screen and standing at table) participates in Instagram Live with actor Aidan Gallagher, UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador. UN Photo/Cia Pak

What We Do

Getting the News Out

Secretary-General António Guterres visits Antigua, Barbuda and Dominica to to assess hurricane damage and recovery needs.

From emergency aid to Security Council vote – covering the gamut of UN activities around the world.

Spotlighting Issues

The Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Iceland is formed naturally from melted glacial water and is perpetually growing while big blocks of ice crumble from a shrinking glacier.

Focusing on the UN’s priority goals and issues and their impact on nations and people around the world.

Building Partnerships

Midori Goto (left) and Yo-Yo Ma, UN Messengers of Peace, perform at the student observance of the International Day of Peace.

From NGO’s and the academic community to youth groups and celebrity advocates – joining forces to tackle issues of concern to all.

Engaging the Public

Students carrying Members States’ flags during the annual Peace Bell Ceremony held at UN Headquarters in observance of the International Day of Peace.

Involving people in the work of the UN through Information Centres, guided tours, briefings, videoconferences and educational resources.

Sharing Knowledge

Participants check their phones before the start of the dialogue with the President of the General Assembly.

Providing enhanced access to the wealth of information and knowledge on the UN and related issues for a wide range of users.

Working with the Media

The medias during the 25th Session of the Human Rights Council.

Providing an array of services to help the media cover all aspects of the UN’s work.