Advocating U.S. Funding for the UN
The Better World Campaign (BWC), a project of our sister organization, the Better World Fund, is a leading voice for a strong, fully funded UN system. We work with thousands of individuals all over the United States—and around the world—to raise the profile of the UN and the challenges it faces. We believe that no one nation should pay all the bills or take all the risks for international peace and security. To that end, we work with the United States and other governments to fully fund the lifesaving and life-changing work of the United Nations.
STORIES OF IMPACT
The Global Debates
Area of Involvement: US-UN Relations
In March 2008, high school students in over 80 countries participated in The People Speak’s Global Debates and discussed water rights. The Debates encourage students to: “Speak up. Change the World.”
Securing another $1 billion for UN Peace & Security missions
Area of Involvement: US-UN Relations
The path to positive relations between the United States and the UN has not always been a smooth one, and U.S. debt keeps growing, in part from substantial increases in peace and security programs taken on by the UN.
RESOURCES
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We Agree: Renew the U.S.-UN Relationship
Issue Area: US-UN Relations
The UN cannot succeed without strong U.S. leadership and support. The next President has a unique opportunity to revitalize the U.S.-UN relationship as a symbol of America's commitment to constructive international cooperation. This investment will pay off substantially by helping to enhance our standing internationally and strengthen our ability to keep America safe and strong.
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Religion and America's Role in the World
Issue Area: US-UN Relations
Issue Area: Women & Population
The UN Foundation and Religion & Ethics News Weekly Public supported public opinion research that examined the role that religion plays in shaping people’s views about America’s role in the world and foreign policy priorities. The report explores how religion impacts Americans’ views on whether the U.S. should take an interventionist or isolationist posture on such key issues as the war on terrorism, humanitarian disaster relief and women’s rights around the world.
