Organization

Purpose

International Air Transport Association (IATA) (1945)

Promoting safe and efficient air transport, and improving the financial performance and sustainability of the air transport industry.

International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) (1974)

Advancing the study and treatment of pain, and promoting global understanding of pain as a public health issue.

International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) (1912)

Promoting and governing the sport of athletics, including track and field events, at the international level.

International Association of Seismology and Physics of the Earth's Interior (IASPEI) (1958)

Advancing the study of earthquakes and the physics of the Earth's interior, and promoting cooperation and exchange in these fields.

International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth's Interior (IAVCEI) (1977)

Advancing the study of volcanology and the chemistry of the Earth's interior, and promoting cooperation and exchange in these fields.

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) (1957)

Promoting the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and preventing its proliferation for use in weapons.

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) (1947)

Improving the safety and efficiency of international civil aviation, and promoting cooperation and sustainability.

International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) (1965)

Protecting and promoting cultural heritage sites and monuments around the world.

International Court of Justice (ICJ) (1945)

Providing guidance on international law and resolving disputes between states peacefully.

International Criminal Court (ICC) (2002)

Prosecuting individuals for the most serious international crimes: genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression.

International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) (1923)

Facilitating international police cooperation and criminal investigations, and promoting public safety and security.

International Energy Agency (IEA) (1974)

Improving energy security and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through international cooperation.

International Finance Corporation (IFC) (1956)

Promoting sustainable private sector growth in developing countries to reduce poverty and enhance shared prosperity.

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) (1977)

Supporting rural communities in developing countries to reduce poverty and increase food security.

International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) (1921)

Improving the standardization and reliability of hydrographic data, and promoting cooperation in the field of hydrography.

International Labour Organization (ILO) (1919)

Promoting social justice and promoting decent working conditions and rights for workers worldwide.

International Maritime Organization (IMO) (1959)

Improving maritime safety and security, protecting the marine environment, and promoting maritime cooperation.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) (1944)

Promoting international monetary cooperation, facilitating the balanced growth of international trade, and providing resources to member countries in need.

International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) (1997)

Promoting the sustainable development and use of bamboo and rattan, and improving the livelihoods of people who depend on these resources.

International Olympic Committee (IOC) (1894)

Promoting the Olympic ideals of excellence, friendship, and respect to enhance the well-being of humanity.

International Organization for Migration (IOM) (1951)

Assisting and protecting migrants, refugees, and stateless people. Advocating for the rights and well-being of migrants and providing humanitarian assistance to those in need.

International Organization for Standardization (ISO) (1947)

Developing and promoting international standards in various fields, including technology, science, and business to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of products, services, and systems.

International Plant Genetics Resources Institute (IPGRI) (1984)

Protecting and conserving plant genetic resources to enhance food security and sustainable agriculture.

International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) (1951)

Protecting plant health and promoting safe and sustainable agriculture worldwide.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (1863)

Providing humanitarian assistance and promoting respect for human dignity in times of war and peace.

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) (2009)

Promoting renewable energy, providing a platform for international cooperation, and increasing the deployment and use of renewable energy sources.

International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) (1960)

Improving the lives of rice farmers and consumers in developing countries.

International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) (1954)

Advancing the study and use of photogrammetry and remote sensing, and promoting cooperation and exchange in these fields.

International Solar Energy Society (ISES) (1954)

Promoting the use and development of solar energy,

International Telecommunication Satellite Organization (ITSO) (1976)

Promoting and regulating the use of satellite communication for the benefit of all countries.

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) (1865)

Promoting the development and use of communication and information technologies, and promoting international cooperation in these fields.

International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) (1986)

Promoting the conservation and sustainable management of tropical forests, and improving the livelihoods of people who depend on these forests.

International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) (1948)

Supporting nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) (1949)

Promoting stability and security in Europe and North America through collective defense and cooperation.

United Nations (1945)

Maintaining international peace and security, promoting human rights, and fostering economic and social development.

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) (1946)

Advocating for children's rights, improving their well-being and promoting their development in developing countries.

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) (1965)

Helping countries achieve sustainable human development by eradicating poverty, reducing inequality, and building resilient societies.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) (1945)

Promoting international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication to enhance peace and security.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) (1972)

Promoting environmentally sound practices and supporting decision-making to protect the planet and enhance people's well-being.

United Nations Framework Convention on Biological Diversity (UNCBD) (1992)

Promoting the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, and increasing understanding and awareness of the importance of biodiversity.

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) (1992)

Promoting international cooperation to combat climate change and its impacts on human and natural systems.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) (1950)

Protecting and supporting refugees and stateless people, and finding lasting solutions to their displacement.

United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) (1966)

Supporting industrial development and inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries.

United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) (1958)

Promoting international cooperation in the peaceful use of outer space and its resources.

United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) (1991)

Coordinating humanitarian action to save lives and alleviate human suffering.

United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) (1997)

Combating international drug trafficking, organized crime, and terrorism.

United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect (2004)

Preventing and responding to mass atrocities and promoting the responsibility to protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity.

United Nations Women (UN Women) (2010)

Advocating for gender equality, empowering women and girls, and promoting their rights and full participation in all spheres of life.

World Bank Group (1944)

Providing financial and technical assistance to developing countries, and promoting sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction.

World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) (1995)

Improving the sustainability of business practices and promoting sustainable development.

World Council of Churches (WCC) (1948)

Promoting Christian unity and working for peace, justice, and human rights.

World Customs Organization (WCO) (1952)

Promoting the harmonization and facilitation of international trade by improving customs procedures and practices.

World Economic Forum (1971)

Improving the state of the world by engaging leaders in collaborative actions and policies that shape the global, regional, and industry agendas.

World Food Programme (WFP) (1961)

Providing food assistance to people affected by conflict, natural disasters, and poverty, and promoting food security and sustainable agriculture.

World Health Organization (WHO) (1948)

Promoting health, preventing disease, and improving the health of people worldwide, and promoting cooperation and exchange in the field of public health.

World Heritage Committee (1972)

Designating and protecting cultural and natural heritage sites of outstanding universal value, and promoting the conservation of these sites.

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) (1967)

Promoting innovation and creativity by protecting intellectual property rights.

World Meteorological Organization (WMO) (1950)

Improving the prediction and monitoring of weather and climate to enhance public safety and decision-making. Providing information and advice on weather, climate, water, and related environmental issues to enhance public safety and well-being.

World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) (1924)

Protecting animal health and welfare, and preventing the spread of animal diseases to humans.

World Summit of the Information Society (WSIS) (2003)

Improving the development and use of information and communication technologies to enhance social and economic progress and to bridge the digital divide.

World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) (2002)

Promoting international cooperation to achieve sustainable development, and increasing understanding and awareness of the interlinkages between economic, social, and environmental aspects of sustainable development.

World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) (1975)

Promoting responsible, sustainable, and universally accessible tourism, and improving the competitiveness of the tourism industry.

World Trade Organization (WTO) (1995)

Promoting free and fair trade, and improving the competitiveness of the global economy by regulating trade in goods, services, and intellectual property.

World Vision International (1950)

Working to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity, so that people can thrive.

World Water Council (WWC) (1996)

Advocating for the sustainable management of the world's water resources.

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) (1961)

Conserving biodiversity and reducing the threat of extinction for wildlife species.