Indigenous Voices at the United Nations
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1993 - In 1993, through resolution A/RES/47/75 the UN General Assembly proclaimed the International Year of the World’s Indigenous People with the aim to encourage a new relationship between States and indigenous peoples, and between the international community and indigenous peoples — a new partnership based on mutual respect and understanding. The year was requested by indigenous organizations and is the result of their efforts to secure their cultural integrity and rights into the twenty-first century.
"Hymn to the United Nations" a Poem by W.H. Auden
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19 Nov 1971 - Poet W.H. Auden reads his poem "Hymn to the United Nations" which was performed days earlier on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the United Nations, on October 24, 1971, by Spanish cellist and composer Pablo Casals. Commissioned by UN Secretary-General U Thant.
International Women's Year 1975
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1975 - A look at 1975, a historic year for women's equality.
The Way of the Dinosaur
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1983 - This film examines our relationship and reliance on oil.
UN Newsreel No. 8 - General Assembly: 9th Session
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1 Nov 1954 - United Nations newsreel footage of General Assembly and 6th Committee meetings, and the International Court of Justice.
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