QUNO

QUNO has joined an international coalition of Quaker-led organizations in discerning that the ongoing military action of the Israeli government against Palestinians constitutes #genocide. View the full statement with data and calls for action here: quno.org/timeline/2025/…

Following a pilgrimage of solidarity to the #WestBank, former QUNO Programme Assistant Ailih Weeldreyer reflected on poignant experiences. She shared some of her reflections with current QUNO staff here: quno.org/newsroom/forme…

How can civil society organizations strive for change when the words used to express those changes are removed from conversation? We reflect on the opportunities and challenges of of dialogues on peacebuilding: quno.org/newsroom/a-dia…

Obstacles still remain to achieving crucial goals. The UN’s recent Peacebuilding Architecture Review saw pressure from some Member States to remove key words pertaining to the UN’s work, including “gender,” which highlights the ongoing need for equity: quno.org/newsroom/the-2…

During the opening of the UN General Assembly’s landmark 80th session, QUNO Programme Assistant Nina Saaty reflected on the observations of milestones, including the work of women in the past eight decades of UN initiatives: quno.org/newsroom/marki…

At QUNO we believe that inclusivity is fundamental to building peace and justice, and that efforts led by women have been pivotal in making progress. The work of Women’s Advocacy Coalition in Myanmar is an example of the dedication of women-led efforts: quno.org/newsroom/resil…

8 March is recognized as #InternationalWomensDay. It is a day for recognizing inequality experienced by women and girls worldwide, and demanding equal rights through the dismantling of barriers to justice. Learn about the UN’s observance of #IWD2026: un.org/en/observances…

“We utterly deny all outward wars and strife and fightings with outward weapons...” QUNO echoes this testimony expressed by #Quaker leader George Fox nearly 400 years ago. We mourn the lives lost and call for an end to recent military action in #Iran: quno.org/newsroom/there…

Earlier this year, the UN Secretary-General warned of "imminent financial collapse.". With the state of international diplomacy already rocky, we reflect on how Quaker values will continue to cultivate hope, no matter what. quno.org/newsroom/perse…

QUNO's office in Geneva is excited to welcome two new members to our team! Read about how these dedicated, experienced individuals will contribute to QUNO's missions of cultivating peace and protecting human rights. quno.org/newsroom/quno-…

We are in the final days of applications to join QUNO as a Programme Assistant! Apply now to this opportunity for young leaders to interact with the UN up close and personal. Applications close 16 February: quno.org/newsroom/appli…

In the fourth review of the UN peacebuilding architecture, changes in language show potential gaps in addressing issues and providing support for peacebuilding initiatives. Read more here: quno.org/newsroom/the-2…

LAST CHANCE: Young leaders are invited to apply to QUNO Geneva's Summer School program. Engage with international affairs and bring Quaker values to the global stage! quno.org/newsroom/appli…

#Myanmar is holding its first elections since a coup installed a military junta in 2021. The final round takes place on Sunday, yet the presence of elections does not ensure democracy. QUNO provides a briefing on the possibility of "sham" elections here: quno.org/newsroom/myanm…

Young leaders are invited to learn diplomacy and how to engage with the UN in Geneva! Learn more about and apply to the Quaker UN Summer School here by 25 January: quno.org/newsroom/appli…

On this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we at QUNO reflect on his call for justice in the face of violent imperialism and nationalism, in harmony with his overarching message of courageous action in service of peace. #MLK #MLKDay

"We are called to speak for the weak, for the voiceless, for the victims of our nation and for those it calls "enemy," for no document from human hands can make these humans any less our brothers." - Martin Luther King, Jr from "Beyond Vietnam : A Time to Break Silence," 1967

QUNO's second report from #COP30 is now available! From heated exchanges to protests, see what our staff experienced on the ground at a #climate conversation that is sure to be of consequence: quno.org/newsroom/quno-…

Join QUNO in New York! Applications are now open for Programme Assistants at our NY. As PAs, young leaders have opportunities to see #Quaker values in action in international politics and to learn how to engage with the UN. Learn more and apply by 16 Feb: quno.org/newsroom/appli…

Any state ignoring international law and norms to forcibly capture the leader of another state sets a dangerous precedent and threatens international cooperation.

We are excited to announce that the applications for the Quaker United Nations Office Summer School are now open! Young changemakers are invited to apply for this opportunity to engage with international diplomacy in Geneva. Learn more and apply by 25 Jan: quno.org/newsroom/appli…