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Global Learning: Resources for Students: The United Nations

This guide provides access to a variety of print and electronic resources on global topics.

Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

"UNESCO’s mission is to contribute to the building of a culture of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication and information."
Available at:
https://www.un.org/youthenvoy/2013/08/unesco-united-nations-educational-scientific-and-cultural-organization/

 

The United Nations

""The name "United Nations", coined by United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt was first used in the Declaration by United Nations of 1 January 1942, during the Second World War, when representatives of 26 nations pledged their Governments to continue fighting together against the Axis Powers."           

 From Dag Hammarskjöld Library: What is the origin of the "United Nations"? https://ask.un.org/faq/14629

 

 

 

                                                                                                                        

United Nations – Medium

Librarian for Criminology and Security Studies; Psychology

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Karen Evans
Contact:
Library 116
812.237.8824

World Health Organization (WHO)

"Founded in 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) is the United Nations agency dedicated to global health and safety. The Organization connects nations, partners and communities to promote health and serve the vulnerable. WHO works with its Member States to achieve the highest level of health for all people by pursuing universal health coverage."

Available at: https://www.who.int/about/frequently-asked-questions