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United Nations Foundation
http://www.unfoundation.org
It takes all nations and all sectors to make progress on the most important and far-reaching international challenges. We are an advocate for the United Nations and a platform for connecting people, ideas and resources to help the UN solve global problems. We build partnerships, grow constituencies, mobilize resources and advocate policy changes to support the UN’s work for individual and global progress. - See more at: http://www.unfoundation.org/what-we-do/campaigns-and-initiatives/#sthash.z8ns7e0C.dpuf
published: 19 Sep 2014
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The United Nations Is Created | Flashback | History
On June 26, 1945, delegates from 50 countries signed the charter of the United Nations in San Francisco, creating an international government tasked with maintaining peace around the world in the wake of World War II. After the signing, President Truman delivered a speech to the delegates in which he stated, "With this Charter the world can begin to look forward to the time when all worthy human beings may be permitted to live decently as free people". #HistoryChannel #Flashback
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published: 19 Oct 2018
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The UN Foundation: Connecting You to the UN
The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizations to help the UN tackle issues including climate change, global health, peace and security, women's empowerment, poverty eradication, energy access, and U.S.-UN relations.
published: 27 Nov 2017
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What is the United Nations
This animation answers your questions on why the United Nations was created, what functions the UN has and what important work the UN does.
The United Nations works to keep international peace and security, protect the human rights and fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations turned 75 years in 2020
@fnsamband
The animation is made by Nordic-Media AS for the United Nations Associaton of Norway.
https://www.fn.no/
http://animasjonsvideo.no/
published: 07 Jun 2021
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75 Years of Global Progress with the United Nations
Since its founding, the @unitednations has worked to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems on all fronts -- from health and development, to human rights and equality, to peace and security.
As the world commemorates the UN's 75th anniversary, let's reflect on all that humanity has achieved together, and all that is still left to do.
To learn more, visit:
https://unfoundation.org/un75
Tell the UN the future you want:
https://un75.online/partner/unfoundation
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This video was produced as part of a collaboration between UN Foundation and @Upworthy1, to mark the UN's 75th anniversary.
published: 26 Jun 2020
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We the Peoples 2022: UN Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens
United Nations Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens speaks at We the Peoples on November 3, 2022, in New York.
On the eve of its 25th anniversary, the UN Foundation hosted its Global Leadership Awards to recognize extraordinary individuals and organizations whose work embodies the values and purposes of the UN — to create a safer, healthier, and fairer world for everyone, everywhere. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SXOjbM
published: 07 Nov 2022
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2017 UN Foundation Year in Review
Behind the headlines of division and challenge are stories of progress. Throughout 2017, the @unfoundation has worked with the UN, partners, and supporters to create change. Take a look at highlights from 2017
published: 22 Dec 2017
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United Nations Foundation Global Mom Relay
Please join us and support the United Nation's Every Woman Every Child movement to help women and children lead healthy lives. Together we can make a difference.
published: 11 Apr 2013
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Muhammad Yunus. Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006. New PM Bangladesh
Wikipedia :
Muhammad Yunus (born 28 June 1940) is a Bangladeshi entrepreneur, banker, economist, politician, and civil society leader who has been serving as the Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh since August 2024.[2] Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for founding the Grameen Bank and pioneering the concepts of microcredit and microfinance.[3] Aligned with the United States, Yunus has received several other national and international honors, including from the US. He received the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2010.[4] Yunus is one of just seven individuals who have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the United States Congressional Gold Medal.[5]...
published: 07 Aug 2024
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lululemon x UN Foundation | Peace on Purpose
We've partnered with the UN Foundation to create Peace on Purpose, a program committed to bringing mindfulness and self-care tools to UN development and humanitarian workers. The program equips staff with tools to care for their own well-being so that they can take care of others. We've also committed to continuing the support with $1M over the next three years.
Learn more about Peace on Purpose, and all of our impact programs: https://shop.lululemon.com/story/sustainability
Film credits: lululemon, UN, UNDP
published: 08 Oct 2019
1:36
United Nations Foundation
http://www.unfoundation.org
It takes all nations and all sectors to make progress on the most important and far-reaching international challenges. We are an ad...
http://www.unfoundation.org
It takes all nations and all sectors to make progress on the most important and far-reaching international challenges. We are an advocate for the United Nations and a platform for connecting people, ideas and resources to help the UN solve global problems. We build partnerships, grow constituencies, mobilize resources and advocate policy changes to support the UN’s work for individual and global progress. - See more at: http://www.unfoundation.org/what-we-do/campaigns-and-initiatives/#sthash.z8ns7e0C.dpuf
https://wn.com/United_Nations_Foundation
http://www.unfoundation.org
It takes all nations and all sectors to make progress on the most important and far-reaching international challenges. We are an advocate for the United Nations and a platform for connecting people, ideas and resources to help the UN solve global problems. We build partnerships, grow constituencies, mobilize resources and advocate policy changes to support the UN’s work for individual and global progress. - See more at: http://www.unfoundation.org/what-we-do/campaigns-and-initiatives/#sthash.z8ns7e0C.dpuf
- published: 19 Sep 2014
- views: 17048
3:49
The United Nations Is Created | Flashback | History
On June 26, 1945, delegates from 50 countries signed the charter of the United Nations in San Francisco, creating an international government tasked with mainta...
On June 26, 1945, delegates from 50 countries signed the charter of the United Nations in San Francisco, creating an international government tasked with maintaining peace around the world in the wake of World War II. After the signing, President Truman delivered a speech to the delegates in which he stated, "With this Charter the world can begin to look forward to the time when all worthy human beings may be permitted to live decently as free people". #HistoryChannel #Flashback
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HISTORY®, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network’s all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. Visit us at HISTORY.com for more info.
https://wn.com/The_United_Nations_Is_Created_|_Flashback_|_History
On June 26, 1945, delegates from 50 countries signed the charter of the United Nations in San Francisco, creating an international government tasked with maintaining peace around the world in the wake of World War II. After the signing, President Truman delivered a speech to the delegates in which he stated, "With this Charter the world can begin to look forward to the time when all worthy human beings may be permitted to live decently as free people". #HistoryChannel #Flashback
Subscribe for more HISTORY:
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HISTORY®, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network’s all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. Visit us at HISTORY.com for more info.
- published: 19 Oct 2018
- views: 319078
0:49
The UN Foundation: Connecting You to the UN
The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizatio...
The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizations to help the UN tackle issues including climate change, global health, peace and security, women's empowerment, poverty eradication, energy access, and U.S.-UN relations.
https://wn.com/The_Un_Foundation_Connecting_You_To_The_Un
The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizations to help the UN tackle issues including climate change, global health, peace and security, women's empowerment, poverty eradication, energy access, and U.S.-UN relations.
- published: 27 Nov 2017
- views: 185
2:30
What is the United Nations
This animation answers your questions on why the United Nations was created, what functions the UN has and what important work the UN does.
The United Nations...
This animation answers your questions on why the United Nations was created, what functions the UN has and what important work the UN does.
The United Nations works to keep international peace and security, protect the human rights and fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations turned 75 years in 2020
@fnsamband
The animation is made by Nordic-Media AS for the United Nations Associaton of Norway.
https://www.fn.no/
http://animasjonsvideo.no/
https://wn.com/What_Is_The_United_Nations
This animation answers your questions on why the United Nations was created, what functions the UN has and what important work the UN does.
The United Nations works to keep international peace and security, protect the human rights and fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations turned 75 years in 2020
@fnsamband
The animation is made by Nordic-Media AS for the United Nations Associaton of Norway.
https://www.fn.no/
http://animasjonsvideo.no/
- published: 07 Jun 2021
- views: 597227
1:48
75 Years of Global Progress with the United Nations
Since its founding, the @unitednations has worked to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems on all fronts -- from health and development, to human ri...
Since its founding, the @unitednations has worked to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems on all fronts -- from health and development, to human rights and equality, to peace and security.
As the world commemorates the UN's 75th anniversary, let's reflect on all that humanity has achieved together, and all that is still left to do.
To learn more, visit:
https://unfoundation.org/un75
Tell the UN the future you want:
https://un75.online/partner/unfoundation
****
This video was produced as part of a collaboration between UN Foundation and @Upworthy1, to mark the UN's 75th anniversary.
https://wn.com/75_Years_Of_Global_Progress_With_The_United_Nations
Since its founding, the @unitednations has worked to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems on all fronts -- from health and development, to human rights and equality, to peace and security.
As the world commemorates the UN's 75th anniversary, let's reflect on all that humanity has achieved together, and all that is still left to do.
To learn more, visit:
https://unfoundation.org/un75
Tell the UN the future you want:
https://un75.online/partner/unfoundation
****
This video was produced as part of a collaboration between UN Foundation and @Upworthy1, to mark the UN's 75th anniversary.
- published: 26 Jun 2020
- views: 6398
4:31
We the Peoples 2022: UN Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens
United Nations Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens speaks at We the Peoples on November 3, 2022, in New York.
On the eve of its 25th anniversary, th...
United Nations Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens speaks at We the Peoples on November 3, 2022, in New York.
On the eve of its 25th anniversary, the UN Foundation hosted its Global Leadership Awards to recognize extraordinary individuals and organizations whose work embodies the values and purposes of the UN — to create a safer, healthier, and fairer world for everyone, everywhere. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SXOjbM
https://wn.com/We_The_Peoples_2022_Un_Foundation_President_And_Ceo_Elizabeth_Cousens
United Nations Foundation President and CEO Elizabeth Cousens speaks at We the Peoples on November 3, 2022, in New York.
On the eve of its 25th anniversary, the UN Foundation hosted its Global Leadership Awards to recognize extraordinary individuals and organizations whose work embodies the values and purposes of the UN — to create a safer, healthier, and fairer world for everyone, everywhere. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SXOjbM
- published: 07 Nov 2022
- views: 541
1:43
2017 UN Foundation Year in Review
Behind the headlines of division and challenge are stories of progress. Throughout 2017, the @unfoundation has worked with the UN, partners, and supporters to c...
Behind the headlines of division and challenge are stories of progress. Throughout 2017, the @unfoundation has worked with the UN, partners, and supporters to create change. Take a look at highlights from 2017
https://wn.com/2017_Un_Foundation_Year_In_Review
Behind the headlines of division and challenge are stories of progress. Throughout 2017, the @unfoundation has worked with the UN, partners, and supporters to create change. Take a look at highlights from 2017
- published: 22 Dec 2017
- views: 1996
0:35
United Nations Foundation Global Mom Relay
Please join us and support the United Nation's Every Woman Every Child movement to help women and children lead healthy lives. Together we can make a difference...
Please join us and support the United Nation's Every Woman Every Child movement to help women and children lead healthy lives. Together we can make a difference.
https://wn.com/United_Nations_Foundation_Global_Mom_Relay
Please join us and support the United Nation's Every Woman Every Child movement to help women and children lead healthy lives. Together we can make a difference.
- published: 11 Apr 2013
- views: 1442
0:33
Muhammad Yunus. Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006. New PM Bangladesh
Wikipedia :
Muhammad Yunus (born 28 June 1940) is a Bangladeshi entrepreneur, banker, economist, politician, and civil society leader who has been serving as t...
Wikipedia :
Muhammad Yunus (born 28 June 1940) is a Bangladeshi entrepreneur, banker, economist, politician, and civil society leader who has been serving as the Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh since August 2024.[2] Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for founding the Grameen Bank and pioneering the concepts of microcredit and microfinance.[3] Aligned with the United States, Yunus has received several other national and international honors, including from the US. He received the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2010.[4] Yunus is one of just seven individuals who have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the United States Congressional Gold Medal.[5]
The Honourable
Muhammad Yunus
মুহাম্মদ ইউনূস
Muhammad Yunus in 2024
5th Chief Adviser of Bangladesh[1]
Incumbent
Assumed office
8 August 2024
President
Mohammed Shahabuddin
Preceded by
Sheikh Hasina (as Prime Minister)
Personal details
Born
28 June 1940 (age 84)
Hathazari, Bengal, British Raj
Citizenship
British Indian (1940–1947)
Pakistani (1947–1971)
Bangladeshi (1971–present)
Nationality
Bangladeshi
Political party
Nagorik Shakti (2007)
Independent (2007–present)
Spouse(s)
Vera Forostenko
(m. 1970; div. 1979)
Afrozi Yunus (m. 1983)
Children
Monica • Deena
Relatives
Muhammad Ibrahim (brother)
Education
University of Dhaka (BA, MA)
Vanderbilt University (PhD)
Occupation
Economist • Entrepreneur
Awards
Olympic Laurel (2020)
Congressional Gold Medal (2010)
Presidential Medal of Freedom (2009)
Nobel Peace Prize (2006)
Independence Award (1987)
Signature
Website
Personal
Academic work
Discipline
Economics
School or tradition
Microcredit
Social business
Institutions
Chittagong Government High School
Chattogram Collegiate School
Chittagong College
University of Dhaka
Middle Tennessee State University
Glasgow Caledonian University
Notable works
Grameen Bank
Microcredit
Social business
In 2012, he became Chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland, a position he held until 2018.[6][7] Previously, he was a professor of economics at Chittagong University in Bangladesh.[8] He published several books related to his finance work. He is a founding board member of Grameen America and Grameen Foundation, which support microcredit.[9]
Yunus also served on the board of directors of the United Nations Foundation, a public charity to support UN causes, from 1998 to 2021.[10]
In 2022, he partnered with Global Esports Federation to build esports for the development movement.[11]
After dissolving parliament on 6 August 2024, Bangladeshi president Mohammed Shahabuddin nominated Yunus to serve as the head of the interim government of Bangladesh by student demands following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.[12] His acquittal on appeal the following day of charges of labor code violations viewed as politically motivated facilitated his return to the country and appointment.[13] He assumed the office as the Chief Advisor to the Interim government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh on 8 August 2024.[14][15]
https://wn.com/Muhammad_Yunus._Yunus_Was_Awarded_The_Nobel_Peace_Prize_In_2006._New_Pm_Bangladesh
Wikipedia :
Muhammad Yunus (born 28 June 1940) is a Bangladeshi entrepreneur, banker, economist, politician, and civil society leader who has been serving as the Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh since August 2024.[2] Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for founding the Grameen Bank and pioneering the concepts of microcredit and microfinance.[3] Aligned with the United States, Yunus has received several other national and international honors, including from the US. He received the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2010.[4] Yunus is one of just seven individuals who have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, the United States Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the United States Congressional Gold Medal.[5]
The Honourable
Muhammad Yunus
মুহাম্মদ ইউনূস
Muhammad Yunus in 2024
5th Chief Adviser of Bangladesh[1]
Incumbent
Assumed office
8 August 2024
President
Mohammed Shahabuddin
Preceded by
Sheikh Hasina (as Prime Minister)
Personal details
Born
28 June 1940 (age 84)
Hathazari, Bengal, British Raj
Citizenship
British Indian (1940–1947)
Pakistani (1947–1971)
Bangladeshi (1971–present)
Nationality
Bangladeshi
Political party
Nagorik Shakti (2007)
Independent (2007–present)
Spouse(s)
Vera Forostenko
(m. 1970; div. 1979)
Afrozi Yunus (m. 1983)
Children
Monica • Deena
Relatives
Muhammad Ibrahim (brother)
Education
University of Dhaka (BA, MA)
Vanderbilt University (PhD)
Occupation
Economist • Entrepreneur
Awards
Olympic Laurel (2020)
Congressional Gold Medal (2010)
Presidential Medal of Freedom (2009)
Nobel Peace Prize (2006)
Independence Award (1987)
Signature
Website
Personal
Academic work
Discipline
Economics
School or tradition
Microcredit
Social business
Institutions
Chittagong Government High School
Chattogram Collegiate School
Chittagong College
University of Dhaka
Middle Tennessee State University
Glasgow Caledonian University
Notable works
Grameen Bank
Microcredit
Social business
In 2012, he became Chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland, a position he held until 2018.[6][7] Previously, he was a professor of economics at Chittagong University in Bangladesh.[8] He published several books related to his finance work. He is a founding board member of Grameen America and Grameen Foundation, which support microcredit.[9]
Yunus also served on the board of directors of the United Nations Foundation, a public charity to support UN causes, from 1998 to 2021.[10]
In 2022, he partnered with Global Esports Federation to build esports for the development movement.[11]
After dissolving parliament on 6 August 2024, Bangladeshi president Mohammed Shahabuddin nominated Yunus to serve as the head of the interim government of Bangladesh by student demands following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.[12] His acquittal on appeal the following day of charges of labor code violations viewed as politically motivated facilitated his return to the country and appointment.[13] He assumed the office as the Chief Advisor to the Interim government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh on 8 August 2024.[14][15]
- published: 07 Aug 2024
- views: 988
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lululemon x UN Foundation | Peace on Purpose
We've partnered with the UN Foundation to create Peace on Purpose, a program committed to bringing mindfulness and self-care tools to UN development and humanit...
We've partnered with the UN Foundation to create Peace on Purpose, a program committed to bringing mindfulness and self-care tools to UN development and humanitarian workers. The program equips staff with tools to care for their own well-being so that they can take care of others. We've also committed to continuing the support with $1M over the next three years.
Learn more about Peace on Purpose, and all of our impact programs: https://shop.lululemon.com/story/sustainability
Film credits: lululemon, UN, UNDP
https://wn.com/Lululemon_X_Un_Foundation_|_Peace_On_Purpose
We've partnered with the UN Foundation to create Peace on Purpose, a program committed to bringing mindfulness and self-care tools to UN development and humanitarian workers. The program equips staff with tools to care for their own well-being so that they can take care of others. We've also committed to continuing the support with $1M over the next three years.
Learn more about Peace on Purpose, and all of our impact programs: https://shop.lululemon.com/story/sustainability
Film credits: lululemon, UN, UNDP
- published: 08 Oct 2019
- views: 5340