UK National Commission for UNESCO

Welcome to the UK National Commission for UNESCO

The United Kingdom National Commission for UNESCO is the focal point in the UK for UNESCO-related policies and activities.

The Commission is an independent civil society organisation which supports UNESCO’s work in the building of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, and communication.

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• Education

  Quality education for all and lifelong learning

• Science

  Science and technology serving Humanity

• Culture

  Cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue and a culture of peace

• Communication

  The free flow of ideas by word and image

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Latest News

• 20/01/2012 | UNESCO head highlights education keys to success
• 03/01/2012 | Biosphere Reserves Young Scientists Awards now open
• 30/11/2011 | UNESCO launches emergency donations appeal
• 25/11/2011 | Global Conference on Remote Access to World Heritage Sites
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EVENTS

• Human Rights Education and Active Citizenship: Case for Scotland Conference
  • 27 October 2011
• I Know Where I'm Going - Remote Access to World Heritage Sites from St Kilda to Uluru Conference
  • 23-24 November 2011
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