International Organizations Study Cards

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United Nations

An international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among member countries.

World Health Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health.

World Trade Organization

An intergovernmental organization that regulates international trade and resolves disputes between member countries.

European Union

A political and economic union of 27 member countries primarily located in Europe.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

An intergovernmental military alliance based on the North Atlantic Treaty, promoting collective defense among member countries.

International Monetary Fund

An international organization that aims to promote global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, and reduce poverty.

World Bank

An international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of poorer countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects.

International Criminal Court

A permanent international tribunal established to prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

World Intellectual Property Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for the protection of intellectual property rights worldwide.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes international collaboration in education, science, culture, and communication.

International Atomic Energy Agency

An international organization that seeks to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and prevent its use for military purposes.

Organization of American States

An intergovernmental organization that promotes regional solidarity and cooperation among its member countries in the Americas.

African Union

A continental union consisting of 55 member countries in Africa, aiming to promote unity, peace, and socioeconomic development.

Association of Southeast Asian Nations

A regional intergovernmental organization comprising ten member countries in Southeast Asia, promoting economic, political, and security cooperation.

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development

An international organization that promotes economic growth, stability, and improved living standards among member countries.

Arab League

A regional organization of Arab states in the Middle East and North Africa, aiming to promote cooperation and coordination among member countries.

Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries

An intergovernmental organization of 13 oil-exporting countries, aiming to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries.

World Tourism Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes responsible, sustainable, and universally accessible tourism.

International Labour Organization

A United Nations agency that sets international labor standards, promotes decent work, and protects workers' rights.

World Food Programme

The world's largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security.

International Maritime Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution.

International Civil Aviation Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations that sets international standards and regulations for aviation safety, security, efficiency, and environmental protection.

World Meteorological Organization

A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for promoting international cooperation in meteorology, climatology, hydrology, and related fields.

International Telecommunication Union

A specialized agency of the United Nations that coordinates global telecommunications networks and services.

International Olympic Committee

An international non-governmental organization responsible for organizing the modern Olympic Games and promoting the Olympic Movement.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

A humanitarian movement providing assistance, protection, and care to those affected by armed conflict and natural disasters.

Amnesty International

A non-governmental organization focused on human rights, advocating for the release of prisoners of conscience and promoting justice and equality.

Greenpeace

An international non-governmental organization that campaigns for environmental protection and conservation.

Human Rights Watch

An international non-governmental organization that conducts research and advocacy on human rights issues worldwide.

Doctors Without Borders

An international medical humanitarian organization providing medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, and disasters.

Transparency International

A non-governmental organization focused on combating corruption and promoting transparency and accountability worldwide.

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

A humanitarian organization that coordinates and supports the activities of national Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies worldwide.

International Chamber of Commerce

The largest business organization in the world, promoting international trade, investment, and open markets.

International Union for Conservation of Nature

An international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.

International Organization for Migration

An intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants.

International Energy Agency

An autonomous agency that promotes energy security, economic growth, and environmental sustainability worldwide.

International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)

An intergovernmental organization facilitating international police cooperation and crime control.

International Court of Justice

The principal judicial organ of the United Nations, settling legal disputes between member countries.

International Committee of the Red Cross

A humanitarian organization providing assistance and protection to victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence.

International Fund for Agricultural Development

An international financial institution that invests in rural people and empowers them to reduce poverty, increase food security, and improve nutrition.

International Development Association

A specialized agency of the World Bank Group that provides interest-free loans and grants to the world's poorest countries.

International Renewable Energy Agency

An intergovernmental organization promoting the adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy worldwide.

International Finance Corporation

A member of the World Bank Group that provides investment and advisory services to promote private sector development in developing countries.

International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes

An international arbitration institution that settles investment disputes between investors and countries.

International Seabed Authority

An intergovernmental organization that regulates deep-sea mining and protects the marine environment in international waters.

International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants

An intergovernmental organization that grants intellectual property rights to new plant varieties.