Population Commission (Noun)
Meaning
The commission of the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations that is concerned with population control.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The United Nations Population Commission focuses on issues such as fertility rates, population growth, and demographic trends to provide guidance on population policies.
- Established in 1946, the Population Commission has played a significant role in shaping global population policies and programs.
- The commission's work includes providing technical assistance to countries to help them develop effective population policies and programs.
- In 1994, the Population Commission played a key role in the International Conference on Population and Development held in Cairo, Egypt.
- The Population Commission works closely with other UN agencies to address the interlinkages between population, development, and human well-being.