United Nations Systems

Learn About the United Nations

The United Nations (UN) helps protect children's rights worldwide:

  • Promotes peace and cooperation
  • Protects human and children's rights
  • Provides humanitarian aid
  • Supports education and development
  • Creates international laws and treaties

Why the UN matters for children:

  • UNICEF works specifically for children
  • Creates global standards for child protection
  • Helps in emergencies and disasters
  • Promotes education for all children
  • Fights against child labor and abuse

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