UN Habitat and UNICEF Overview

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What is the main focus of UNESCO?

Ensuring universal postal services

Fostering global tourism sustainability

Promoting international cooperation in education, sciences, culture, communication, and information (correct)

Promoting industrial development

Which organization was formed on 17 November 1966?

UNIDO (correct)

UNWTO

WHO

UNESCO

Who is the current head of the United Nations World Tourism Organization?

Gerd Müller

Audrey Azoulay

Dr. Tedros Adhanom

Zurab Pololikashvili (correct)

What is the primary goal of the Universal Postal Union?

To facilitate cooperation among postal sector entities Signup and view all the answers

Where is the headquarters of the World Health Organization located?

Geneva, Switzerland Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)?

Rural poverty reduction Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was formed first among those listed?

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Kristalina Georgieva Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is focused on advancing social and economic justice?

International Labour Organization (ILO) Signup and view all the answers

What does the International Maritime Organization (IMO) primarily address?

Shipping regulatory framework and safety Signup and view all the answers

Where is the headquarters of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) located?

Geneva, Switzerland Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Facilitating international trade Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is tasked with the allocation of global radio spectrum?

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of UN-Habitat?

To promote socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya?

UN-Habitat Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current Executive Director of UNICEF?

Catherine M. Russell Signup and view all the answers

What year was the World Food Programme founded?

1961 Signup and view all the answers

Which organization received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020?

World Food Programme Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FAO?

To achieve food security for all Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a UN specialized agency?

UN-Habitat Signup and view all the answers

What is an important function of UNICEF?

Helping children fulfill their potential Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mission of the United Nations University (UNU)?

To help resolve global issues related to human development and welfare Signup and view all the answers

Which United Nations institute was formed in 1963?

UNITAR Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current head of the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR)?

Robin Geiss Signup and view all the answers

Where is the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) headquartered?

Turin, Italy Signup and view all the answers

What year was the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) founded?

1980 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)?

To protect intellectual property throughout the world Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Director-General of the World Intellectual Property Organization?

Daren Tang Signup and view all the answers

When was the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) formed?

23 March 1950 Signup and view all the answers

What upcoming change will occur in the leadership of the World Meteorological Organization in 2024?

The first female General Secretary will take office Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the World Bank?

To provide financing and policy advice to developing countries Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is dedicated to the ban on nuclear explosions?

CTBTO Signup and view all the answers

Who is the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)?

Rafael Mariano Grossi Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the World Meteorological Organization?

Coordinating research in atmospheric behavior Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

UN – Habitat

Located in Nairobi, Kenya, established in 1978.
Executive Director: Maimunah Mohd Sharif.
Aims to promote sustainable human settlement development and ensure adequate shelter for all.

UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund)

Based in New York City, USA; formed on December 11, 1946.
Executive Director: Catherine M. Russell.
Focuses on saving children's lives, defending their rights, and fostering potential from early childhood through adolescence.

WFP (World Food Programme)

Headquartered in Rome, Italy; formed on December 19, 1961.
Executive Director: Cindy H. McCain.
Works to eradicate hunger and malnutrition; awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

UN Specialized Agencies

Autonomous international organizations partnering with the UN through agreements.
Key agencies include FAO, ICAO, IFAD, ILO, IMF, IMO, ITU, UNESCO, UNIDO, UNWTO, UPU, WIPO, WMO, WHO, and the World Bank.

FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)

Located in Rome, Italy; established on October 16, 1945.
Director-General: Qu Dongyu.
Aims for food security and ensuring access to nutritious food for healthy lives.

ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization)

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada; formed on April 4, 1947.
Secretary-General: Juan Carlos Salazar.
Develops global air transport standards and promotes socio-economic benefits of shared airspace.

IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development)

Based in Rome, Italy; established on December 15, 1977.
President: Alvaro Lario.
Focuses on rural poverty reduction and improving productivity and incomes in developing countries.

ILO (International Labour Organization)

Located in Geneva, Switzerland; formed in 1919.
Director-General: Gilbert F. Houngbo.
Advances social and economic justice through international labor standards.

IMF (International Monetary Fund)

Based in Washington DC; established on December 27, 1945.
Managing Director: Kristalina Georgieva.
Promotes international monetary cooperation and sustainable economic growth.

IMO (International Maritime Organization)

Headquarters in London, UK; formed on March 17, 1948.
Secretary-General: Kitack Lim.
Establishes regulations for shipping, addressing safety and environmental concerns.

ITU (International Telecommunication Union)

Located in Geneva, Switzerland; formed on May 17, 1865.
Secretary-General: Doreen Bogdan-Martin.
Facilitates global communication standards and improves ICT access.

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)

Based in Paris, France; established on November 16, 1945.
Director-General: Audrey Azoulay.
Promotes peace and security through international cooperation in education, sciences, and culture.

UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization)

Headquartered in Vienna, Austria; formed on November 17, 1966.
Director-General: Gerd Müller.
Focuses on industrial development for poverty reduction and sustainability.

UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization)

Based in Madrid, Spain; established on November 1, 1974.
Secretary-General: Zurab Pololikashvili.
Promotes sustainable and accessible tourism worldwide.

UPU (Universal Postal Union)

Headquarters in Bern, Switzerland; established on October 9, 1874.
Director-General: Masahiko Metoki.
Serves as a cooperation forum for postal sector players.

WHO (World Health Organization)

Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland; formed on April 7, 1948.
Director-General: Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Directs international health initiatives and coordinates responses.

WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization)

Based in Geneva, Switzerland; established on July 14, 1967.
Director-General: Daren Tang.
Protects global intellectual property through international treaties.

WMO (World Meteorological Organization)

Located in Geneva, Switzerland; formed on March 23, 1950.
General Secretary: Prof. Petteri Taalas (Celeste Saulo set to become first female Secretary-General in January 2024).
Coordinates international cooperation on weather, climate, and water resources.

World Bank

Headquartered in Washington, DC, USA; formed in July 1944.
President: Ajay Banga; CFO & MD: Anshula Kant.
Provides financing, policy advice, and assistance to developing countries.

World Bank Group

Comprises IBRD (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development), IDA (International Development Association), and IFC (International Finance Corporation).

Includes CTBTO, IAEA, ICC, IOM, OPCW, UNFCCC, WTO, and ITC.

CTBTO (Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization)

Located in Vienna, Austria; formed on November 19, 1996.
Executive Secretary: Dr. Robert Floyd.
Bans nuclear explosions globally; treaty is nearly universal but not legally binding yet.

IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency)

Based in Vienna, Austria; established on July 29, 1957.
Director-General: Rafael Mariano Grossi.
Serves as the world's center for nuclear cooperation.

UNIDIR (United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research)

Located in Geneva, Switzerland; formed in 1980.
Director: Robin Geiss.
Promotes ideas and actions for disarmament and security.

UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research)

Based in Geneva, Switzerland; established on December 11, 1963.
Executive Director: Nikhil Seth.
Provides learning solutions to enhance global decision-making.

UNSSC (United Nations System Staff College)

Headquartered in Turin, Italy; established on January 1, 2002.
Director: Dr. Jafar Javan.
Delivers training programs for UN staff and partners.

UNU (United Nations University)

Situated in Tokyo, Japan; formed in December 1972.
Rector: Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala.
Focused on resolving global human development issues through research and education.

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This quiz explores the functions and historical background of UN-Habitat and UNICEF. Understand their roles in promoting sustainable human settlements and children's welfare globally. Learn about their leadership and achievements since their foundation.