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As early as 1942, global leaders began imagining an organization that would use education, culture, science and information to build lasting peace. | As early as 1942, global leaders began imagining an organization that would use education, culture, science and information to build lasting peace. | ||
Over the years, UNESCO has implemented initiatives that have radically improved lives around the world, and shaped global action in its field of competence, through nation-wide educational and scientific programs, the creation of tsunami warning systems, and the idea of World Heritage | Over the years, UNESCO has implemented initiatives that have radically improved lives around the world, and shaped global action in its field of competence, through nation-wide educational and scientific programs, the creation of tsunami warning systems, and the idea of World Heritage <ref>Our history.Retrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.unesco.org/en/brief/history</nowiki></ref>. | ||
== Founding Objectives == | == Founding Objectives == | ||
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UNESCO set standards, produce tools and develop knowledge to create solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time, and foster a world of greater equality and peace. | UNESCO set standards, produce tools and develop knowledge to create solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time, and foster a world of greater equality and peace. | ||
Protecting biodiversity, responding to artificial intelligence, advancing quality education, safeguarding heritage, and ensuring access to reliable information are some examples of the work that UNESCO does with its 194 Member States across the globe | Protecting biodiversity, responding to artificial intelligence, advancing quality education, safeguarding heritage, and ensuring access to reliable information are some examples of the work that UNESCO does with its 194 Member States across the globe<ref>Who we are.Retrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.unesco.org/en/brief</nowiki></ref>. | ||
== UNESCO World Heritage Emblem == | == UNESCO World Heritage Emblem == | ||
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We create lists and designations that form a unique global network, protecting cultural heritage, promoting peace, and inspiring positive change. | We create lists and designations that form a unique global network, protecting cultural heritage, promoting peace, and inspiring positive change. | ||
UNESCO is known as the Laboratory of Ideas of the United Nations: a forum where thinkers, creators, and thought leaders can come and share ideas that influence discussions worldwide. Our research and publications highlight new knowledge and shape global public policy to build a better future for all | UNESCO is known as the Laboratory of Ideas of the United Nations: a forum where thinkers, creators, and thought leaders can come and share ideas that influence discussions worldwide. Our research and publications highlight new knowledge and shape global public policy to build a better future for all<ref>Our impact .Retrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.unesco.org/en/brief</nowiki></ref>. | ||
== Organizational Structure == | == Organizational Structure == | ||
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The Director-General of UNESCO heads the permanent Secretariat, which employs over 2,500 international staff recruited based on very broad geographical criteria. | The Director-General of UNESCO heads the permanent Secretariat, which employs over 2,500 international staff recruited based on very broad geographical criteria. | ||
The Director-General, who is the executive head of the organization, is elected by the General Conference based on the recommendations of the Executive Board for a six-year term | The Director-General, who is the executive head of the organization, is elected by the General Conference based on the recommendations of the Executive Board for a six-year term<ref>What is UNESCO and for what purposes was it created?.Retrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.tabnak.ir/fa/news/758102</nowiki></ref>. | ||
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In 2021, the amount of arrears and total debt from non-member states to the organization is over 624 million US$ | In 2021, the amount of arrears and total debt from non-member states to the organization is over 624 million US$ | ||
The Approved Programme and Budget for 2022-2025 (41 C/5) reflects a strong and renewed ambition for UNESCO at a time when the United Nations system as a whole must mobilize at all levels throughout the decade of action to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable | The Approved Programme and Budget for 2022-2025 (41 C/5) reflects a strong and renewed ambition for UNESCO at a time when the United Nations system as a whole must mobilize at all levels throughout the decade of action to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable DevelopmentRetrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.unesco.org/en/budget-strategy</nowiki><ref>Retrieved March 28, 2025, from <nowiki>https://www.unesco.org/en/budget-strategy</nowiki>.</ref>. | ||
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== Constitution == | == Constitution == | ||