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One Humanity. Many Cultures.

UNAOC aims to improve understanding and cooperation among nations and peoples across cultures and to reduce polarization at local and global levels. It helps develop more inclusive societies, in which diversity is experienced as an asset.

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Statement by the High Representative on his appointment as United Nations Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia

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United Nations Action Plan to Enhance Monitoring and Response to Antisemitism

The Action Plan, which is focused on the United Nations system and developed by UNAOC, builds on the numerous efforts undertaken by the UN over past decades and aims to ensure an even more coordinated and effective response to counter antisemitism.

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UNAOC Launches Global Call to Action #forSafeWorship

The global call to action #forSafeWorship aims to create personal, emotional connections with religious sites. It celebrates the universality of religious sites as symbols of our shared humanity, history, and traditions of people worldwide. It emphasizes the need to safeguard religious sites and underscores the role of individuals in protecting all sacred sites, regardless of religions or beliefs.

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#forSafeWorship

UNAOC High Representative

• High Representative’s Remarks at “From Norms to Action: Addressing Islamophobia and Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief – the Nexus to Human Rights” March 16, 2026
• High Representative’s Remarks at the 5th Commemorative event of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia March 16, 2026
• High Representative’s Remarks at the XIII Global Baku Forum —“Bridging Divides in a World of Uncertainty” March 12, 2026

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Project Activities

• UNAOC and the BMW Group, with the support of Accenture, Invite Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for the Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026