Deutsche Gesellschaft der Vereinten Nationen

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für die Vereinten Nationen (DGVN) is a non-partisan, inclusive, and diverse organization that has been committed to the protection of human rights, the strengthening of international law, and the promotion of sustainable development since its founding in 1952. The DGVN believes that global challenges can only be addressed through close international cooperation and understanding among peoples.

• Public Relations and Education: The DGVN engages in extensive public relations and is involved in youth and educational work. It provides teaching materials and workshops to convey a nuanced understanding of the United Nations and its work[1][3].
• Publications: The DGVN publishes the magazine "VEREINTE NATIONEN" and awards the Dag Hammarskjöld Honorary Medal. Additionally, it regularly publishes activity reports that document its diverse activities[1].
• Networking and Partnerships: The DGVN is a member of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) and works closely with other civil society organizations, such as the Forum for Human Rights and the Civil Conflict Resolution Platform. It is also part of the Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS)[1].

• Peace and Security: The DGVN advocates for the maintenance of peace and international security, which are central tasks of the United Nations. It organizes events and discussions to promote cooperation in a polarized world[2].
• Human Rights: The DGVN supports the work of the UN Human Rights Council and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. It promotes the enforcement of human rights worldwide and participates in initiatives such as the Universal Periodic Review (UPR)[4][5].
• Sustainable Development: The DGVN is committed to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and organizes events and workshops on topics such as climate change and sustainable development. It supports the SDG Innovation Award and conducts projects like "UNgelöst" – a puzzle station for world peace[1][2][3].

The DGVN conducts more than 100 projects annually, which are documented in its activity reports. Current initiatives include participation in the UN Future Summit, support for youth programs like "Youth for CSW 2025," and the organization of online briefings and expert discussions on current UN topics[2].

The DGVN is a vibrant example of the commitment of civil society organizations in the global community, contributing to a better world through education, networking, and active participation in international processes.

• 1 - https://dgvn.de/ueber-uns
• 2 - https://dgvn.de
• 3 - https://dgvn.de/publications/PDFs/Unterrichtsmaterial/Lehrerhandreichung_UN-im-Ueberblick.pdf
• 4 - https://menschenrechte-durchsetzen.dgvn.de/akteure-instrumente/menschenrechtsrat
• 5 - https://menschenrechte-durchsetzen.dgvn.de/akteure-instrumente/hohes-kommissariat-fuer-menschenrechte