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united-nations: Happy UN Day! At 73 years old, the UN continues to make a difference in the lives of everyone, everywhere. “United Nations Day marks the birthday of our founding Charter – the landmark document that embodies the hopes, dreams and aspirations of ‘we the peoples’. Every day, the women and men of the United Nations work to give practical meaning to that Charter.” – Secretary-General António Guterres
united-nations: Happy United Nations Day! Vaccinating children, feeding hungry families, assisting refugees, preventing crises before they happen, tackling climate change – at 72 years old, the UN continues to make a difference to the lives of everyone, everywhere. On Tuesday’s UN Day, find out more here: un.org/en/essential-un/
The United Nations Charter was ratified 71 years ago today. Learn more about the history of the UN and read the Charter in 6 languages clicking here!
UN Day marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, the United Nations officially came into being. 24 October has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. In 1971, the United Nations General Assembly recommended that the day be observed by Member States as a public holiday. Click the picture to learn more.
