UNESCO

As Audrey Azoulay,  Director-General of UNESCO, recalled in the message for this anniversary ,“Cultural property is a vehicle of identity. Through it, communities define themselves and shape the narratives they pass on …

UNESCO, and the Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, organised a two-day workshop “Jaago: Girls Leading STEM for Sustainable Futures” – to make STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) relevant to girls’ …

Freedom of expression has dropped globally by 10% since 2012  —an erosion not seen since the world wars and the Cold War era. At the same time, self-censorship has risen …

Challenges to a remote World Heritage Site In the heart of the Indian Ocean lies a place that feels untouched by time: the Aldabra Atoll, one of the most remote …

UNESCO is pursuing an integrated recovery plan aligned with Sri Lanka’s national priorities in response to Cyclone Ditwah which left a major humanitarian crisis in its wake – impacting more …

The new interactive exhibition uses immersive digital tools to inspire ocean literacy and sustainable marine stewardship among young learners and communities. The UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok and Office for …

On 24 January, UNESCO marks the International Day of Education 2026 under the theme “The power of youth in co-creating education.” This global celebration highlights how young people are shaping …

The Caribbean delegation comprised of 17 young leaders travelled to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, for the 14th UNESCO Youth Forum on 27 and 28 October 2025, bringing unique perspectives as Small Island …

Launched in 1964 as African nations gained independence, the General History of Africa (GHA) is an ambitious UNESCO initiative seeking to tell the history of the continent from an African …

The exhibition at the UN House in Dhaka introduces a national action plan and highlights efforts to safeguard Bangladesh’s cultural heritage and creative industries, with support from UNESCO’s Heritage Emergency …