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Celebrating Jazz Diplomacy

Ambassador Killion's Dipnote blog on International Jazz Day 2013. "Thanks to our engagement in UNESCO, jazz diplomacy has literally become global, reaching places where traditional diplomacy cannot."
Pressing for Freedom of Expression and Protection for Journalists

On the 20th anniversary of UNESCO's World Press Freedom Day, more than 400 people gathered in Costa Rica to both recognize how far we have come and to note how much progress remains to be made to ensure freedom of expression and protection for journalists.
Protecting Internet Freedom at UNESCO

UNESCO and the U.S. took a strong stand in favor of Internet freedom at the World Summit on Information Society review meeting. Assistant Secretary Brimmer, above, called UNESCO the “global exemplar” on Internet-related issues “from promoting Internet access for all, to protecting freedom of expression.”
Secretary of State John Kerry Visits Paris

On his first international trip since becoming secretary in early February, Secretary Kerry is meeting with world leaders from February 24 to March 6 for discussions on a wide range of issues.

International Jazz Day, Hagia Eirene, Istanbul

On most days Hagia Eirene in Istanbul is shut up, a museum for which there is no ticket. But last week it served as the stage for Herbie Hancock and a host of other musicians in a new and enormous event.

International Jazz Day

Huffington Post reports on this year's historic event, held in Istanbul, Turkey.

ADL Applauds UNESCO Compromise Avoiding Anti-Israel Resolutions

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today welcomed a compromise reached at UNESCO

Israel and Palestinians Agree on U.N. Work in Jerusalem

Israel and the Palestinians agreed on Tuesday to renewed involvement by Unesco in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Education

World Atlas of Gender Equality in Education

The progress toward and the gaps in achieving equal access for girls and women to education.
Google Map

UNESCO in the U.S.

See where UNESCO is making a difference in the U.S.
Cultural Heritage

eJournal: A Living Legacy: Preserving Intangible Culture

Many in U.S. celebrate and preserve its diverse intangible cultural heritage.
Communication

eJournal: Defining Internet Freedom

How do governments and societies confront new and transformative Internet technologies?
World Heritage

U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Celebrates 10th Year, Supports Projects at 12 World Heritage Sites
World Heritage

U.S. Continues Support for Cultural Heritage Preservation in Haiti

3 projects represent a contribution of more than $430,000

Why Teach about the Holocuast?

UNESCO's brochure explains how Holocaust Education can teach the roots of genocide and help prevent future atrocities.
DipNote: UNESCO Meeting Sends Clear Message on Internet Freedom

Ambassador Killion explains why UNESCO's WSIS review meeting was a major victory for Internet freedom.
Saving Timbuktu's Priceless Artifacts

The New York Times covers UNESCO Director General Irina Bokova’s trip to Mali with French President François Hollande. While in Timbuktu, Director-General Bokova discussed UNESCO’s plans to help Mali repair its cultural artifacts damaged by Islamist rebels.
Standing up for freedom at UNESCO

For Google's Bill Echikson, "UNESCO itself has proved a steadfast ally in the battle to keep the Internet free and open."
Education and Literacy

National Commissioner Carol Hamilton presented the "Right to Literacy Scroll" to UNESCO, a symbol of the campaign for literacy.
World Leaders Stand Up For Girls' Education

At a UNESCO event, Pakistani President Zardari, French Prime-Minister Ayrault, Secretary Clinton and others expressed support for Malala Yousafzai and their determination to take a stand against threats to girls’ education.