The UN

Question 1

UN

Answer 1

The United Nations is an international organisation whose purpose is to ‘bring all nations of the world together to work for peace and development, based on the principles of justice, human dignity and the well being of all people’

Question 2

UN Women (UNIFEM)

Answer 2

works to eliminate discrimination against women and girls and to empower women.

Question 3

World Bank

Answer 3

provides loans and expert economic advice to developing countries to assist with economic development.

Question 4

1. Promoting world peace and security

Answer 4

When a dispute leads to hostilities , councils main concern is to end them ASAP. Council may

• -> Issue a ceasefire to prevent ongoing conflict
• -> Send military observers/ peacekeeping force
• -> Initiate collective military action

Question 5

2. Human Rights

Answer 5

Refers to entitlements and conditions that every human is entitled to regardless of age, race, sex etc.

Universal deceleration– document sets out basic rights and freedom.

• Human rights council responsible for strengthening promotion and protection of human rights around the world and addressing violations.

Question 6

3. Providing Humanitarian Assistance

Answer 6

Agencies step in to provide necessary aid such as food, water and shelter. Increase chance of survival

Question 7

4. Promoting social and economic development

Answer 7

Assist Govt in implementing policies, programs and strategies that aim to improve economic and social conditions. Includes:

• Promoting increase in standard of living, full employment
• Promoting trade Opp. for developing countries.
• Encouraging universal H.R
• Promotes SDG