2025 marks the UN's 80th anniversary.
The creation of the United Nations was the result of a global commitment to "save succeeding generations from the scourge of war."
80 years later, the United Nations is the most universal international organization, making it truly global in reach.
By promoting peace, human rights and social progress, including access to healthcare and education, the United Nations has improved the lives of people around the world, creating better living standards for all.
Learn about our tireless efforts to advance peace, sustainable development and human rights: https://un.org/en/essential-un
UN's History
1945: The UN Charter is signed 26 June and comes into force 24 October.
In 1945, following the devastation of the Second World War, a group of nations committed to "save succeeding generations from the scourge of war."
On 24 October 1945 (now observed as United Nations Day) the founding Charter comes into force marking the birth of the Organization. This signalled a commitment to an entirely new level of international cooperation grounded in international law.
Learn more on the UN's history: https://www.un.org/en/about-us/history-of-the-un
