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United Nations Human Rights Council
The Human Rights Council is an inter-governmental body within the United Nations system made up of 47 States responsible for the promotion and protection of all human rights around the globe.
It has the ability to discuss all thematic human rights issues and situations that require its attention th
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IOM UN Migration
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners.
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The New Urban Agenda
The New Urban Agenda represents a shared vision for a better and more sustainable future. If well-planned and well-managed, urbanization can be a powerful tool for sustainable development for both developing and developed countries.
It was adopted at the UN Conference Habitat III in 2016
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COP26: SDG or NDC? Our guide to the language you need to know
A handy guide to the key words and terms realted to the COP26 and climate change
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United Nations Organization
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945 and currently made up of 193 Member States. UN aims to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a center for harmonizing the actions of nations.
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United Nations Peacebuilding Commission
The Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) is an intergovernmental advisory body that supports peace efforts in conflict affected countries and is a key addition to the capacity of the International Community in the broad peace agenda.
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International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia
Established by the United Nations Security Council with Resolution 827 of 1993 to judge crimes committed in the former Yugoslavia since 1991. The site contains information, news about the court and multimedia materials.
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International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
Established by the United Nations Security Council with Resolution 955 of 1994 to judge crimes committed on Rwandan territory (or by Rwandan citizens in neighboring states) from 1 to 31 January 1994. The site contains information on the functions and activities of the Court.
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OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
It was established in 1993 by the General Assembly. It is possible to access the main human rights bodies and mechanisms of the United Nations, including the Human Rights Council, the Advisory Committee of the Human Rights Council, special rapporteurs and monitoring bodies.
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