UN Resources
Women’s International Forum
The United Nations website offers a wide array of interesting and useful resources catering to a wide array of audiences, including researchers, students, policymakers, and the general public. We have grouped some of the key resources below for ease of navigation and use.
Information & Educational Materials
Official Documents & Publications
United Nations Digital Library:
The online catalogue of UN documents and publications. The Digital Library includes UN documents, voting data, speeches, maps, and open access publications. The platform provides access to UN-produced materials in digital format and bibliographic records for print UN documents starting in 1979. System features include linked data between related documentation such as resolutions, meeting records and voting, and refining of searches by UN body, agency or type of document.
Index to Proceedings:
A research tool providing a window into the meetings of the main UN organs. The annual publication consists of a subject index to all the documents issued by the body in question during a particular session/year and an index to speeches delivered before the forum in question during a particular
Official Document System:
The United Nations official document system provides full text search of documents issued since 1993; resolutions of all principal organs & Security Council plenary documents since 1946. Older documents are added regularly. Includes the Daily Journals of New York and Geneva.
Library & Research Services
The United Nations Library & Research Services, based at the Dag Hammarskjöld Library, provides access to extensive UN documents, publications, and digital resources. It offers research support, guides, and databases like the UN Digital Library and Official Document System, helping users explore UN materials efficiently. The Library serves UN staff and the public through online tools and worldwide depository libraries.
Statistical & Data Resources
UN Data/UNdata
UNdata is the United Nations’ central statistical portal, offering access to over 300 datasets on topics like population, health, environment, trade, and more. It compiles official statistics from UN agencies and international partners, enabling users to search and analyze data by country, year, and subject. UNdata serves researchers, policymakers, and the public with reliable, comprehensive international statistics.
UN Comtrade
UN Comtrade (United Nations Commodity Trade Statistics Database) is the world’s most comprehensive repository of official international trade statistics, managed by the United Nations Statistics Division. It aggregates detailed annual and monthly data on imports and exports of goods and services, reported by the statistical authorities of nearly 200 countries and territories, covering over 99% of global merchandise trade.
Exhibitions, Cultural & Visitor Services
UN Exhibitions
The United Nations Exhibits page offers virtual and physical exhibitions that showcase the UN’s work, history, and global initiatives through engaging displays and multimedia.
UN Stamps
The official website of the United Nations Postal Administration, featuring collectible stamps that highlight global themes such as peace, human rights, and wildlife conservation-including the long-running Endangered Species series. These unique stamps, issued in support of UN initiatives, raise awareness for important international causes and are available in multiple currencies for collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.
UN Visitor Services
The United Nations Visitors Services page offers information on guided tours of the UN Headquarters in New York, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the UN’s global work. Visitors can explore exhibitions, attend briefings, and engage with multilingual guides. Advance registration is required, and tours are available Monday through Friday. The site also provides virtual experiences, educational resources, and details on visiting other UN offices worldwide.
Audiovisual & Press Resources
Meetings Coverage and Press Releases
Summaries of official meetings and events at UN Headquarters and overseas conferences as well as press releases from the main United Nations bodies, as well as offices and departments of the Secretariat.
UN Journal
The UN Journal is a longstanding United Nations publication that covers a broad range of topics including human rights, economic, social and political issues, peacekeeping operations, and international conferences. It provides summaries and records of UN meetings and activities, serving as an important resource for understanding the work and impact of the UN across various fields
AGENCIES AND MAIN BODIES
CERF:
Central Emergency Response Fund
Children and Armed Conflict:
Office of the Special Representative of the SG
FAO:
Food and Agriculture Organization
IAEA:
International Atomic Energy Agency
ICC:
International Criminal Court
ICJ:
International Court of Justice
ILO:
International Labor Organization
IMF:
International Monetary Fund
OCHA:
UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
OHCHR:
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
UNAOC:
UN Alliance of Civilizations
UNDP:
United Nations Development Programme
UNEP:
UN Environment Programme
UNESCO:
UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
UNESCO:
World Heritage Center
UNFCCC:
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
UN Foundation
UNFPA:
United Nation’s Population Fund
UN Global Compact
UNHCR:
Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees
UNICEF:
UN Children’s Fund
UNICEF Innovation News
UNODC:
UN Office of Drug and Crime
UNODA:
UN Office for Disarmament Affairs
UN Observances
UN Women:
UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women
WHO:
World Health Organization
WTO:
World Trade Organization