United Nations
United States elected to U.N. Human Rights Council
The U.S. will occupy a seat on the council for a three-year term, working to protect the rights of all humans, including marginalized groups.
To support democracy, fight corruption
The U.S. and international partners are working to prevent and expose corruption around the world. Learn more about those efforts.
U.S. will donate 500 million more COVID-19 vaccine doses worldwide
The U.S. already donates more COVID-19 vaccine doses than all other countries combined and will be donating an additional 500 million doses.
Biden: ‘We must work together as never before’
Speaking at the U.N. General Assembly, President Biden pushed for global cooperation in the fight against COVID-19 and the climate crisis.
The African diaspora thrives in the United States
In honor of the U.N.'s first International Day for People of African Descent, learn about six notable Americans who have African ancestry.
Blinken: America stands for peace and cooperation
Mutual respect and collaboration are central to tackling modern challenges. Learn about Secretary Blinken's call to defend the rules-based order.
A free press requires an open internet
Free expression on the internet is a human rights issue, and organizations such as Access Now and the Freedom Online Coalition are standing up for it.
U.S. increases support for displaced Syrians
The U.S. is providing additional humanitarian assistance for the Syrian people. Learn how this aid will help displaced Syrians.
U.S. provides $80 million in aid to the Sahel
The United States is providing emergency assistance to the Sahel region. Learn more about how this aid will help people in five African nations.