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Unesco Notes

UNESCO, founded on November 16, 1945, is a specialized agency of the United Nations headquartered in Paris, France, with 194 member countries as of 2025. Its main objectives include promoting education, supporting sustainable science, preserving culture, ensuring freedom of expression, and fostering international collaboration for peace. Key programs include the World Heritage Sites Program and various education initiatives aimed at enhancing literacy and cultural preservation.

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Unesco Notes

UNESCO, founded on November 16, 1945, is a specialized agency of the United Nations headquartered in Paris, France, with 194 member countries as of 2025. Its main objectives include promoting education, supporting sustainable science, preserving culture, ensuring freedom of expression, and fostering international collaboration for peace. Key programs include the World Heritage Sites Program and various education initiatives aimed at enhancing literacy and cultural preservation.

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UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific

and Cultural Organization


Founded: 16 November 1945
Headquarters: Paris, France
Members: 194 countries (as of 2025)
Type: Specialized agency of the United Nations

Main Objectives:
1. Promote education for all (literacy, universal schooling, higher education cooperation).
2. Support science for sustainable development and international cooperation.
3. Preserve and promote culture, including safeguarding World Heritage Sites.
4. Ensure freedom of expression and development of free media.
5. Encourage international collaboration for peace and security.

Key Programs & Achievements:


- World Heritage Sites Program (e.g., Taj Mahal, Great Wall of China).
- Education initiatives like "Education for All" and SDG-4.
- Promotion of indigenous cultures and languages.
- Development of global standards in sciences and communication.

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