How UNESCO works to better understand, educate about, and protect the ocean
UNESCO in brief
UNESCO is the United Nations organization that promotes cooperation in education, science, culture and communication to foster peace worldwide.
The Organization provides key services for its Member States, setting global norms and standards, developing tools for international cooperation, producing knowledge for public policies and building global networks of sites and institutions inscribed on its lists.
The rebirth of a future in Dja Biosphere Reserve
On 22 May, the International Day for Biological Diversity, the revival of traditional crafts in Cameroon’s Dja Biosphere Reserve—supported by UNESCO—stands as a powerful example of how cultural heritage and biodiversity conservation can work together for the benefit of local communities.
UNESCO launches new initiatives to protect the ocean at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice
At the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, UNESCO announced a series of new initiatives to address plastic pollution at World Heritage sites, improve monitoring of marine pollution, and strengthen the protection of the cryosphere.
UNESCO's reconstruction of Mosul's landmarks
One year after the black flags of Daesh were lowered over Mosul, Iraq, UNESCO launched an ambitious initiative so this city could rise from the ashes. Today, “Revive the Spirit of Mosul” is writing a story of hope and resilience – and a powerful response to extremism. The rebirth of Mosul is a lasting legacy for UNESCO and multilateralism, highlighting how effective international cooperation can be.
UNESCO lists and designations
