Tag: UN

I just heard that Kofi Annan might be named as UN’s special envoy to Syria. I like the idea very much! fortyandtwo: “The idea that there is one people in possession of the truth, one answer to the world’s ills, or one solution to humanity’s needs, has done untold harm throughout history.” — Kofi Annan

united-nations: Tuesday, 21 February, is International Mother Language Day which is 2012 focuses on other tongue instruction and inclusive education “Multilingualism is our ally in ensuring quality education for all, in promoting inclusion and in combating discrimination. ” Irina Bokova, Director-General of UNESCO

un-library: The Security Council is meeting this morning, 19 January on the Promotion and strengthening of the rule of law in the maintenance of international peace and security. Resources: Report of the Secretary-General on the rule of law and transitional justice in conflict and post-conflict societies (S/2011/634) UN Rule of Law website