United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) continued in 1990 to promote co-operation among nations in the fields of education, science, culture and communication. In accordance with the medium-term plan for 1990-1995–a general policy and strategy document adopted by the UNESCO General Conference in 1989-activities during the year aimed to meet the challenges of peace, development and protection of the environment by focusing on the priorities of education for all and literacy; protection of the environment and rational use of natural resources; promotion of scientific research and science education; preservation of cultural heritage; the cultural dimension of development; free flow of information and enhancement of communication capacities of developing countries; defence and affirmation of human rights; and propagation of a culture of peace.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Partnerships for the Goals