24th October United Nations Day

The concept of the United Nations is a beautiful one, setting high standards for human, animal and environmental wellbeing so that, one day, we might reach a fairer world. United Nations Day commemorates the anniversary of the UN Charter of 1945.

After World War II, 51 countries united to promote international peace and security, better living standards and human rights. Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill are the ones who wrote the declaration, which was then signed by other countries. Antonio Guterres has been the Secretary-General of the United Nations since 2017.

On this UN Day, let’s stand together and fulfil the extraordinary promise of your United Nations. Let’s show the world what is possible when “we the peoples” choose to act as one.

António Guterres
The four main purposes of the United Nations are to:• Maintain International Peace and Security.• Protect Human Rights. • Deliver Humanitarian Aid.• Support Sustainable Development and Climate Action.

This video is a short summary of what this day is all about. School students need to understand how global mindedness and global initiatives can make our world a better place.


There are some general books that outline the role of the United Nations.

If you want to follow up on the 17 United Nation Sustainable Goals please see my book suggestions on Pinterest, one for each of the goals.