World Cultures

Name: Alyssa Barr

Unit Introduction to Globalization
Block: 2
The United Nations
Research sites on the internet to complete this assignment to gain background
knowledge on the United Nations.

Explain the meaning of the U.N. emblem.

The design of the U.N emblem is the world map. The olive branches depict the areas
of concern the United Nations need in achieving its main purpose, peace and
security.

How many countries are members of the U.N. today?

193 countries are members of the U.N.

How might you describe the U.N. General Assembly? What happens when it
convenes?
When the U.N General Assembly meets regularly and in special sessions to consider
the world's most pressing problems

Does the General Assemblys vote matter? Why or why not?

The Assembly cannot force action by any State, but its recommendations are an
important indication of world opinion and represent the moral authority of the
community of nations.
What is unique about the U.N.s headquarters?
Four of the five principal organs are located at the main UN Headquarters in New
York City.

What are the main goals of the U.N.?

Its objectives include maintaining international peace and security, promoting
human rights, fostering social and economic development, protecting the
environment, and providing humanitarian aid in cases of famine, natural disaster,
and armed conflict.

Identify at least two challenges that exist in following the U.N. principles.

What was the League of Nations, and how does it relate to the U.N.?
The League of Nations was the ineffective organization before the United Nations.
The League of Nations had failed its primary purpose, which was to prevent any
future world war. It relates to the U.N because the overall objective is to keep peace
between all the nations.

In what ways was the League of Nations an example of early globalization? Identify
at least two.
Because the cooperations of groups is an example of globalizations.

Why did the League of Nations fail? Identify at least two reasons.
The League lacked its own armed forces and didnt do job at preventing another
world war.

In what year was the U.N. created? What was happening at that time?
The U.N was created October 24, 1995.This organization was created during the
Second World War so something like that didnt happen again.

How many countries originally joined the U.N.?

51

Why might the League of Nations be considered the forerunner of the United
Nations?
Because it is the same concept.

What is the U.N.s Security Council, and what countries are involved in it?

Is powers include the establishment of peacekeeping operations, the establishment

of international sanctions, and the authorization of military action through Security
Council resolutions; it is the only UN body with the authority to issue binding
resolutions to member states. There 15 countries involved.
Why might the structure and operation of the Security Council be problematic? In
other words, what principle does it appear to violate? Identify two issues.
Countries have different ideas of what is considered right from wrong
Countries have different values when it comes to human beings.
Go to the BBCs profile on the U.N. at
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/3159028.stm and scroll down to
the Members section.
Who is the newest U.N. member, and what noteworthy nations are not members of
the U.N.? Why has U.N. membership grown?
South Sudan is the newest member along with 192 member states. The Vatican and
Taiwan are not members.

How is the U.N. funded?

Through voluntary donor contributions

Identify and six organizational bodies of the U.N. Complete the chart with
information about their purpose as well as details you find interesting or important.
Organizational Bodies
Purpose
Interesting & Important Facts
General Assembly

Security Council

Economic and Social Council

International Court of Justice (World Court)

Secretariat

Trusteeship Council

The U.N. also has separate organizations that work to meet its goals. List four
different groups or goals these organizations work to help or promote (NOT the
names of the organizations).
International Atomic Energy Agency
International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
UN Childrens Fund
UN Development Program
What is the title of the U.N.s leader, and who currently holds this position? How is
this position used to counterbalance the strength of some U.N. members?
He is known as the Secretary General, currently Ban Ki-Moon holds the position. Its
usually filled by a member of a smaller country that is neutral in policies

What do you feel is the future of the U.N.? Does it have a place in todays world?
Why or why not? What can it do to improve its position? Write a 5-6 sentence
paragraph explaining your views.
I think it is an organization that is no longer of importance. The way that the world is
today no longer needs an organization like the UN. The difference in the world and
countries makes for a tougher situation for there to be world peace. Many times it
seems that member countries do not want to go along with all of the other countries
and are not committed. I feel that it almost looks like it is a waste of time and effort
to be involved as a member country.