President Obama at the United Nations
In remarks to the UN General Assembly, President Obama makes a powerful case for the world to come together to reject extremism and advance our common interests. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig).
DipNote: At UNESCO, A New Chapter for Literacy
Ambassador Killion explains how public-private partnerships such as UNESCO’s Global Partnership for Girls’ and Women’s Education can help energize efforts to address gender disparities in education and literacy. Kewe Ndiayea, above, is one of the beneficiaries of the Partnership. (Photo courtesy of Procter & Gamble).
Statement on the death of Russell Train
It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Russell E. Train, 92, American innovator, public servant, passionate advocate for the natural world, and leading architect of the Convention that established the UNESCO World Heritage program.
Literacy is key to unlocking the cycle of poverty
In an op-ed published in The Houston Chronicle, Former First Lady Laura Bush and Director-General Bokova remind us why literacy “must become the breakthrough strategy for equity and development that it can be.”
Headlines
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Syria: Heritage Under Siege
With input from UNESCO, CNN's Hala Gorani assesses the devasting impace of war on Syria's ancient treasures.
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Discours du président Obama à l’Assemblée générale des Nations unies
Le président Obama plaide pour le monde de se rassembler afin de rejeter l'extrémisme et de faire progresser nos intérêts communs.
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UNESCO's Director-General pays tribute to father of World Heritage Program
"(Russell Train's) vision and dedication...laid the groundwork for the world's foremost international treaty for heritage preservation”
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PepsiCo and UNESCO Unite in Burma (Myanmar)
"This new partnership will enable Burmese youth to develop essential managerial skills," says Ambassador Killion.
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Education
World Atlas of Gender Equality in Education
The progress toward and the gaps in achieving equal access for girls and women to education.
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Google Map
UNESCO in the U.S.
See where UNESCO is making a difference in the U.S.
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Cultural Heritage
eJournal: A Living Legacy: Preserving Intangible Culture
Many in U.S. celebrate and preserve its diverse intangible cultural heritage.
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Communication
eJournal: Defining Internet Freedom
How do governments and societies confront new and transformative Internet technologies?
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World Heritage
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Celebrates 10th Year, Supports Projects at 12 World Heritage Sites
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World Heritage
U.S. Continues Support for Cultural Heritage Preservation in Haiti
3 projects represent a contribution of more than $430,000
U.S. Mission News and Events
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International Youth Day
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton addresses the International Youth Day.
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‘Protection, Preservation and Prosperity: Stories of World Heritage’
UNESCO and Smithsonian Institution celebrate the World Heritage Convention by launching an online project that features 10 World Heritage sites.
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UNESCO World Heritage status sought for D-Day beaches
Normandy seeks World Heritage status for the D-Day beaches that symbolize a turning point for World War II.
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The Guardian Op-Ed: "Are open educational resources the key to global economic growth?"
Ambassador Killion and Sir John Daniel explain how OERs have the potential to solve the global education crisis and contribute to sustainable economic growth - if governments are prepared to embrace them.
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Penn Bioethicist Jonathan D. Moreno Appointed to UNESCO International Bioethics Committee
Renowned bioethicist Dr. Jonathan D. Moreno of the University of Pennsylvania was recently appointed by Director-General Irina Bokova to the UNESCO International Bioethics Committee (IBC).
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UNESCO Youth Specialist Maria Kypriotou Selected for International Visitor Leadership Program
Maria Kypriotou, an Assistant Program Specialist with UNESCO’s Youth-led Social Innovation Team, was recently selected for the prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program by the U.S. Mission to UNESCO.
