Unesco (Noun)
Meaning
An agency of the United Nations that promotes education and communication and the arts.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- UNESCO has designated several historic sites around the world as World Heritage Sites to preserve their cultural significance.
- The organization was established in 1945 as a specialized agency of the United Nations to promote peace and security through international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
- UNESCO's mission is to contribute to the building of peace, the eradication of poverty, and sustainable development through education, the sciences, culture, and communication.
- The UNESCO World Heritage Centre is responsible for identifying and protecting cultural and natural heritage sites around the world.
- UNESCO's Institute for Lifelong Learning promotes education and learning opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds.