National Commission for UNESCO

Who We Are We work together, bringing different skills and knowledge systems to the table, towards the common goal of contributing to a more sustainable and peaceful world, through knowledge sharing and action. What We Do We represent New Zealand to [UNESCO](http://en.unesco.org/), and take relevant UNESCO collective resources, networks, programmes and connections and apply them in a way that benefits Aotearoa New Zealand. **What is the role of the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO?** The National Commission for UNESCO was established to serve as a first point of contact for UNESCO in New Zealand and to provide expert advice on UNESCO related issues. We are funded by the Government and are made up of a Secretariat, Chair, Commissioners with expertise areas of education, natural science, social sciences, culture and communications and information and a group of UNESCO Aotearoa Youth Leaders. Everything we do aims to build resilient communities, improve the health of our environment and foster a culture of peace in New Zealand and the Pacific.