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On October 24, be sure to look for school and community events that celebrate the importance of the United Nations to our country and the rest of the world. And, of course, check out the rest of this issue of Periscope to get ideas on what you might do during your United Nations observance!

Students from Uzbekistan (Central Asia) perform traditional dances for United Nations Day.

Photo courtesy of the  United Nations Information Centres (UNIC).

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Aerial View of United Nations | Periscope

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Aerial View of United Nations | Periscope
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The U.N. is an organization that relies on the input of all member countries. The countries in the United Nations are very different, but they must work together to solve problems such as peace and...
United Nations: General Assembly | Periscope

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United Nations: General Assembly | Periscope
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Knowing a different language at the United Nations can be a big help. At a U.N. meeting, you will hear many languages spoken and see many different kinds of dress and customs. Helping people from...
How Can We Celebrate U.N. Day? | Periscope

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How Can We Celebrate U.N. Day? | Periscope
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To celebrate United Nations Day, many people experience different cultures by trying a foreign food or learning the language and customs of other countries. Official buildings may fly the U.N. flag to...