United Nations Effectiveness

Current Work

Challenges to the United Nations
Intergovernmental forums such as the United Nations put at the disposal of the world community sets of: decision mechanisms, agreed-on norms and basic approaches to international problems, and implementing programs that political leaders can use. Political splits among nations and the uncertain role of the US in the international system, however, are impeding progress on urgent challenges such as extreme poverty, dangerous weapons, and terrorism. Stanley Foundation programs are examining how the nations of the world can use the UN and other bodies for more effective responses to 21st Century global challenges. Contact David Shorr for more information.

Responding to the Changing World
International treaties, regional organizations, and close interstate cooperation will provide some of the primary means of combating international threats. But how else can the United Nations respond to global threats? Contact Matt Martin or Kathy Gockel for more information.

Stay Active
You can take an active role in supporting the United Nations and its work. Stanley Foundation programs help citizens and activists learn about and discuss critical issues facing the United Nations. Contact Kathy Gockel for more information.

The United Nations must reestablish its role in our changing world so that we, as a global community, can begin to respond to the shared challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.

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