This year, 2024, marks 45 years since the opening of the Vienna International Centre (VIC).
The work of the Vienna-based UN organizations in addressing global challenges is as relevant today as it was back in 1979.
Are you curious about what the United Nations is doing to make a better world? The Visitors Service offers guided tours of the UN in Vienna Monday-Friday.
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set a new universal standard for development which aims to ensure that no one is left behind.
World leaders adopted the Pact at the Summit of the Future held in New York in September 2024. Its adoption demonstrates that countries are committed to an international system with the United Nations at its centre.
Climate change is the defining issue of our times. Every day, more and more people are getting involved in climate action.
That’s why the United Nations Development Programme prepared this resource of climate change terms and concepts. If you’re struggling to keep up with the climate conversation, the Climate Dictionary is for you.
Human rights affect people everywhere, every day. Human rights have a tangible positive impact, offer practical solutions and can empower communities to build a better future.
"The epidemic of violence against women and girls shames humanity." — António Guterres
This year, around 120 students were selected to participate in the Shadowing Programme, an initiative that gives students the chance to learn more about the work of the United Nations and its career opportunities. The UN Shadowing Programme, which starts each year on United Nations Day (celebrated on 24 October) and runs for one month, offers Master’s and PhD students the opportunity to have an online session with a UN staff member and attend a virtual UN careers workshop.
Are you curious about what the United Nations is doing to make a better world?
The Visitors Service offers guided tours of the UN in Vienna Monday-Friday.
