UN Audio Library

Introduction

United Nations Audio Library presents UN Radio Classics, an online archive of documentary and dramatic programmes starring Audrey Hepburn, Kirk Douglas and Bing Crosby, among many others.

These programmes, available free of charge with digitally remastered sound, offer a unique way of experiencing key historical moments of the United Nations and of the world throughout the second half of the 20th century.

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UN Radio Classics
Secretary-General U Thant marks 20th anniversary of UN charter
Secretary-General U Thant marks 20th anniversary of UN charter

International Cooperation Year (1965)– Part 10

With the signing of the UN charter in 1945 countries obliged themselves to establish a cooperative and peaceful world. The gap between this vision and the state of the world in 1965 is the topic of this programme.
Language: English
Draft version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Draft version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

International Cooperation Year (1965)– Part 9

“A climate for justice” is the title of this programme that recalls the work of the United Nations for the promotion and protection of human rights.
Language: English
Danny Kaye in UNICEF newsreel clip
Danny Kaye in UNICEF newsreel clip

International Cooperation Year (1965)– Part 8

A programme about the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) as a tangible example and success story of international cooperation. Narrated by actor Alexander Scourby and entertainer Danny Kaye.
Language: English
UNESCO-assisted teacher training, Libya
UNESCO-assisted teacher training, Libya

International Cooperation Year (1965)– Part 7

Education and cooperation in education are major issues on the international agenda and priorities in the work of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Language: English