EARLMONT HERRERA
GRADE 9-MILTON
United Nation
Every year the U.N. and its member nations observe October 24th as
United Nations Day around the world.
Thats because the 24th of October marks that fall day in New York City
in 1945 when nations ratified the Charter of the U.N. and launched humanitys second
major attempt at forming a world Parliament. By far our most successful, this second
attempt at global negotiation and cooperation has stopped famine, averted wars and
given the world hope. Starting with just 51 member nations, the U.N. now has 193. The
first major attempt, the League of Nations, collapsed after little more than a decadebut
the United Nations has lasted now for almost 70 years.
While they recognize that the United Nations isnt perfect, Bahais in
every country observe and celebrate this unique day, and work toward the realization of
the great dream behind the U.N.world unity. The UN has been represented as both
hero and villain depending on which movie or show you wind up watching. United
Nations Day celebrates the foundation of this great organization, and is a great
opportunity for you to learn the truth about its past, its present, and what its plans are for
the future.
History of United Nations Day
In 1945 the foundational treaty of the United Nations came into effect,
the United Nations is an intergovernmental organization intent on create co-operation
between all the governments of the world. Its original intent was to replace the League
of Nations, and prevent another war like World War II from occurring.
All the member states of the United Nations contribute finances to its
operation to help further its goals. Aside from World Peace its role has grown to include
protecting human rights, promoting social and economic development, and providing aid
around the world in cases of famine, natural disaster, and armed conflict.
The UN also represents a series of specialized agencies that enable it
to do its job in each of the areas it focuses on, groups like the FAO (Food and
Agricultural Organization), the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency), and more
each handle their own individual aspect of its operation.
United Nations Day Celebrates the original enactment of the foundational
charter for the UN.
How to Celebrate United Nations Day
Celebrating United Nations Day can be done by getting to know about
this great organization and the differences it makes in your life. Some of the basic rights
and privileges enjoyed by people around the world are a result of the work done by the
United Nations. Recently, access to the Internet was declared a basic human right, a
declaration which ensures that everyone has access to the world wide information and
communication network. While this doesnt guarantee that everyone will have the ability
to access the internet, it does guarantee that everyone has the right to.
Additionally, celebrations are held around the world. Some of them are
as simple as lighting up bridges and buildings with the trademark blue of the United
Nations, others represent art from around the world and are used as part of an Art
Installation.
