A Commitment to Peace, Dignity, and a Better Future

Every October 24th, the world celebrates United Nations Day, a date that commemorates the entry into force, in 1945, of the Charter of the United Nations, the founding document of the largest and most diverse international organization on the planet.
This day not only marks the birth of the UN, but also invites us to reflect on its fundamental role and on our collective responsibility to continue building a more just, peaceful, and sustainable world.

After the devastation of World War II, the leaders of 51 countries came together with a shared vision: to prevent such a tragedy from ever happening again. From that aspiration, the United Nations was born, with the purpose of maintaining international peace and security, promoting human rights, and fostering cooperation among nations.
Today, almost eight decades later, the UN counts 193 member states and remains a symbol of hope, dialogue, and unity in diversity.

The UN acts on multiple fronts. From peacekeeping operations in conflict zones to programs that ensure access to water, education, and healthcare in vulnerable regions, its work addresses the most urgent challenges facing humanity.
Through its agencies—such as the WHO, UNDP, UNICEF, and UNHCR—the organization works every day to improve the lives of millions of people.

One of its most ambitious initiatives is the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a global plan aimed at eradicating poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring that all people can live with dignity. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a roadmap toward a fairer and greener future—one where no one is left behind.

In a time marked by climate change, armed conflicts, inequality, and humanitarian crises, the mission of the United Nations is more relevant than ever. No country can face global challenges alone; international cooperation is essential.
The UN represents that common space where nations can engage in dialogue, bridge differences, and build collective solutions. Its existence reminds us that peace is not merely the absence of war, but the active presence of justice, respect, and solidarity.

Celebrating United Nations Day is also an opportunity to look within ourselves. All of us—from governments to communities, from businesses to individuals—have a role to play.
Building a more humane and sustainable world begins with everyday actions: choosing respect, supporting social causes, caring for our environment, promoting equality, and defending the rights of those without a voice.

The UN’s motto, “We the Peoples,” remains a powerful declaration of principles. It reminds us that global change begins with individual and collective action.
The future depends on our ability to cooperate, empathize, and act responsibly.

A Call to Hope

On United Nations Day, let us remember that peace and progress are not fixed destinations, but ongoing commitments. The UN was born out of humanity’s will to unite in the face of adversity—and that spirit lives on.
Today, more than ever, it is time to renew our commitment to the values that inspired its creation: human dignity, justice, equality, and solidarity.

Because only together can we build the better world we all deserve.