The UN supports democracy by promoting human rights, development, and peace and security. In the 79 years since the UN Charter was signed, the UN has done more to support democracy around the world than any other global organization.
The UN promotes good governance, monitors elections, supports civil society to strengthen democratic institutions and accountability, ensures self-determination in decolonized countries, and assists in the drafting of new constitutions in post-conflict nations. Find out more in Global Issues: Democracy.
Survey results from countries show that 86 per cent cite climate change, and more than 50 per cent identify conflict as primary concerns for the next decade.
Mental health and family responsibilities are seen as barriers to reaching full potential. Access the full report and the We the Women campaign. Learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals! On our student resources page you will find plenty of materials for young people and adults alike. Share with your family and friends to help achieve a better world for all. In the lead up to the Summit of the Future , join the 1 Million Actions for our Common Future challenge to contribute to a more sustainable and peaceful world.
Find new inspiring actions on the app and at un. Featured stories from across the United Nations and our world-wide family of agencies, funds, and programmes. The findings point to a worrying trend of physical inactivity among adults, which has increased by about 5 percentage points between and In light of these findings, WHO is calling on countries to strengthen their policy implementation to promote and enable physical activity through grassroots and community sport and active recreation and transport.
