GOAL OF THE MONTH

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Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set a new universal standard for development which aims to ensure that no one is left behind.

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  • United Nations adopts ground-breaking Pact for the Future to transform global governance
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    United Nations adopts ground-breaking Pact for the Future to transform global governance

    22/09/2024

    World leaders adopted a Pact for the Future that includes a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. This Pact is the culmination of an inclusive, years-long process to adapt international cooperation to the realities of today and the challenges of tomorrow.

  • Invitation: Orange the World campaign event

    Invitation: Orange the World campaign event

    25/11/2024

    The event is organized by the Embassy of Sweden, UN Women Austria and UNIS Vienna and forms part of the global Orange the World campaign, dedicated to raising awareness and taking action to end gender-based violence. Kicking off with a panel discussion at the Vienna International Centre (VIC), a 6km run will follow to the Embassy of Sweden, and conclude with a reception at the Embassy.

    Please note: Registration deadline is 21 November 2024

  • Slovak Teachers Workshop "Teaching the United Nations and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”

    Slovak Teachers Workshop "Teaching the United Nations and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”

    08/11/2024

    In cooperation with the Slovak National Institute for Education and Youth (NIVAM), the United Nations Information Service (UNIS) Vienna invited teachers from all over Slovakia to attend the workshop "Teaching the United Nations and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)” at the United Nations Headquarters in Vienna.

  • The United Nations in Vienna and the Sustainable Development Goals

    The United Nations in Vienna and the Sustainable Development Goals

    24/10/2024

    This United Nations Day we are featuring the work of the United Nations organizations in Vienna to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. From advancing science and technology to driving sustainable development, from fighting drugs and crime to promoting a culture of peace and equality - the UN Vienna family's work is having a positive impact around the world. Explore these inspiring stories here.

  • The Secretary-General: UN Day Message
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    The Secretary-General: UN Day Message

    22/10/2024

    "The United Nations was built by the world, for the world." — António Guterres

ABOUT THE UN INFORMATION SERVICE IN VIENNA

UNIS Vienna promotes the work of the United Nations family based in Vienna through the media, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and public outreach work.

UNIS serves as an information centre for Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia, promoting the work of the United Nations as a whole by means of information programmes and activities.

UNIS also offers guided tours and lectures through the Visitors Service.

Info for Media

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Media access to conferences and events at the UN in Vienna

INFO FOR TEACHERS

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Resources to teach students about the work and goals of the United Nations

FEATURED

This United Nations Day, we celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Vienna International Centre, home to major UN organizations and agencies. Here in Vienna, 5000 staff from over 150 countries work together to make a positive impact around the world.
"We are grateful to our host country, Austria, for opening its doors to the UN, showcasing its commitment to multilateralism", says Director-General of the United Nations Office at Vienna Ghada Waly.

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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.

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Spread the word about countering misinformation

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More on the UN's response to the war in Ukraine

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45th anniversary of the Vienna International Centre (VIC)

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Learn more about the Sustainable Development Agenda

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Join our screenings of Ciné-ONU

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How the UN system is being reformed

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Learn more about the Sustainable Development Goals