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What is the primary commitment of UNRWA staff?
What is the primary commitment of UNRWA staff?
UNRWA staff are expected to promote political opinions while conducting their duties.
UNRWA staff are expected to promote political opinions while conducting their duties.
False
What year was UNRWA established?
What year was UNRWA established?
1950
The four universal principles of humanitarian action include humanity, neutrality, __________, and __________.
The four universal principles of humanitarian action include humanity, neutrality, __________, and __________.
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Match the following principles with their correct descriptions:
Match the following principles with their correct descriptions:
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Which core value emphasizes the dignity and worth of the human person?
Which core value emphasizes the dignity and worth of the human person?
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UNRWA staff are part of the United Nations system and must reflect its values.
UNRWA staff are part of the United Nations system and must reflect its values.
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What is the Agency’s mission regarding Palestine refugees?
What is the Agency’s mission regarding Palestine refugees?
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What is the primary commitment of humanitarian action according to the guidelines?
What is the primary commitment of humanitarian action according to the guidelines?
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UNRWA staff are encouraged to prioritize personal concerns over professional ethics.
UNRWA staff are encouraged to prioritize personal concerns over professional ethics.
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What must UNRWA staff do to ensure proper discharge of their functions?
What must UNRWA staff do to ensure proper discharge of their functions?
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UNRWA staff will assist in safeguarding the rights of Palestine refugees and promote adherence to __________.
UNRWA staff will assist in safeguarding the rights of Palestine refugees and promote adherence to __________.
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Match the following principles with their descriptions:
Match the following principles with their descriptions:
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What is emphasized in building relationships according to UNRWA guidelines?
What is emphasized in building relationships according to UNRWA guidelines?
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UNRWA staff are expected to ignore local cultures and only follow UN regulations.
UNRWA staff are expected to ignore local cultures and only follow UN regulations.
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What should UNRWA staff do when local practices contradict human rights instruments?
What should UNRWA staff do when local practices contradict human rights instruments?
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Study Notes
UNRWA Staff Values and Principles
- UNRWA personnel adhere to universal values, UN Charter, international human rights instruments, staff regulations, and international civil service standards.
Commitment to Palestine Refugees
- UNRWA staff prioritize helping Palestine refugees achieve their full potential through essential services.
- UNRWA takes pride in providing consistent quality services since 1950.
UN Staff Values
- UNRWA staff uphold UN Charter values: human rights, human dignity, equal rights of men and women.
- UNRWA staff adhere to UN core values: professionalism, integrity, respect for diversity, and maintaining an international outlook.
Humanitarian Principles
- UNRWA staff acknowledge the four universal humanitarian principles: Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality, and Operational Independence.
- Humanity: Addressing suffering wherever found. Protecting life and health, and respecting human beings.
- Neutrality: Avoiding taking sides or engaging in political/racial/religious/ideological controversies.
- Impartiality: Providing aid based on need, prioritizing urgent cases, and avoiding discrimination.
- Operational Independence: Acting autonomously from political, economic, military, or other objectives.
Integrity
- Staff maintain high integrity standards in official duties, including honesty, truthfulness, fairness, and incorruptibility.
- Staff prioritize professional concerns over personal interests, resist ethical compromises, show courage in decisions.
- Staff take prompt action against unprofessional/unethical behavior, are accountable for their actions, and submit to scrutiny.
Human Rights and Refugee Rights
- Staff respect human rights, dignity, and worth of all people with understanding, tolerance, sensitivity, and respect for diversity without discrimination.
- Staff prioritize meeting protection needs of beneficiaries.
- Staff assist UNRWA in safeguarding rights of Palestine refugees and promoting adherence to international law.
- Meaningful refugee participation in decisions affecting their lives is supported.
Relationships and Cooperation
- Building constructive and respectful relationships with colleagues, governments, and organizations with emphasis on consultation, cooperation, and consensus-building.
- Adherence to UNRWA staff regulations/rules, continuous performance improvement, empowering personnel, fostering positive change, encouraging lifelong learning, knowledge sharing, and learning from past experiences.
Cultural Sensitivity
- Respecting local cultures/customs/traditions while remaining faithful to UN values.
- When tradition/practice contradicts UN human rights instruments, applicable instruments guide actions.
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Description
This quiz explores the foundational values and principles that guide UNRWA staff in their commitment to supporting Palestine refugees. It covers essential aspects such as human rights, UN Charter values, and the four humanitarian principles that underpin their work. Test your knowledge on these crucial topics!
