Who we are

We are a global nonprofit membership organization working for a stronger and more effective United Nations. Established in 1946, we represent and coordinate a membership of over 100 national United Nations Associations and their thousands of members.

Our Vision

A United Nations that is a powerful force in meeting common global challenges and opportunities.

Our Mission

We work to build a better world by strengthening and improving the United Nations through the engagement of people who share a global mindset and support international cooperation–global citizens.

What we believe

We believe that peoples’ involvement in all levels of local, national and global decision-making is essential in order to achieve the goals of the United Nations.

What we value

WFUNA’s mission is grounded in what we value:

  • Impact: We value performance and results. We set and hold ourselves accountable to high standards.

  • Respect: We listen to and learn from our constituents, partners, funders, and one another. We value diverse perspectives and strive to incorporate them in our work.

  • Empowerment: We believe in the power of knowledge and its capacity to mobilize human beings to create a better world.

  • Collaboration: We work as a team within WFUNA and with our partners. We share ideas and try to align our efforts with those of others who are dedicated to the goals of the United Nations.

  • Innovation: We seek original approaches for achieving our goals, taking advantage of creative communication for our outreach.

  • Passion: We are committed to making a difference. We strive for what can be; we do not settle for what is.

Read “Global Citizens for a Stronger UN” WFUNA’s Strategic Plan 2016-2018:

WFUNA is an independent, non-governmental organization with Category One Consultative Status at the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC); Associate Status with the United Nations Department of Public Information (DPI) and United Nations Organization for Education Science and Culture (UNESCO); Special List with the UN International Labor Organization (ILO); General Status with the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD); Status with UN Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO), International Atomic and Energy Agency (IAEA), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), UN World Metereological Association and consultative or liaison links with many other UN organizations and agencies.

WFUNA is a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Service Code.

WFUNA is set up under Article 60 of the Swiss Civil Code.