The 193 countries that make up the United Nations are working together on a world of problems. You may have seen stories about these problems in the newspapers or on the news. In the following pages, you can read about some of the major concerns of the United Nations. Discuss some solutions with your classmates!

Racial Equality | Periscope
Racial Equality | Periscope
Episode 11

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Racial discrimination is a problem in most countries. People are denied access to education or political office because of the color of their skin or their cultural background. The United Nations...
Child Labor | Periscope
Child Labor | Periscope
Episode 12

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In some countries, young children work at dangerous and difficult jobs. Children have even been used as soldiers in the military. The United Nations protects the right of a child to have a safe...
Freedom of Thought and Religion | Periscope
Freedom of Thought and Religion | Periscope
Episode 13

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The world is full of different cultures and religions. But in some areas of the world people are not allowed to talk about their faith and opinions. The United Nations considers the right to express...
Solutions? | Periscope
Solutions? | Periscope
Episode 14

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The United Nations works together to come up with solutions for these problems and many more. Do you have any ideas on how one could solve problems such as the ones described?