UNESCO works to create the conditions for dialogue among civilizations, cultures and peoples, based upon respect for commonly shared values. It is through this dialogue that the world can achieve global visions of sustainable development encompassing observance of human rights, mutual respect and the alleviation of poverty, all of which are at the heart of UNESCO’S mission and activities.

Audrey Azoulay was sworn in as the new Director-General of UNESCO on Monday, 13 November 2017, before the 39th session of the General Conference. Invo...

Swearing in of Audrey Azoulay as UNESCO Director-General

What is UNESCO's mission? What are its goals in the XXIst century? What does it do that makes it relevant?
This film, produced on the occasion of the ...

UNESCO Priorities for the XXIst Century/Les priorités de l'UNESCO au 21eme siècle

UNESCO considers education, science, social science, culture and communication as the means to achieve the ambitious objective of its founding charter...

Building peace in the minds of men: UNESCO

Footage of the 7th Plenary Session of the United Nations conference for the establishment of an educational, scientific and cultural organization. Lon...