Who is the CEO of UNESCO?

The Director-General of UNESCO, often referred to as the CEO, is Khaled El-Enany from Egypt, an Egyptologist and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, who took office in November 2025, succeeding Audrey Azoulay and becoming the first Arab and second African to lead the organization. He aims to modernize UNESCO, strengthen multilateralism, and promote cultural heritage and education globally, building on his extensive experience in archaeology and government.

Who is the head office of UNESCO?

UNESCO Headquarters is located at 7 place de Fontenoy in the heart of Paris. UNESCO does not have parking facilities.

Who is Dr. Khaled El-Enany?

Khaled Ahmed El-Enany Ali Ezz (Arabic: خالد العناني; born 14 March 1971) is an Egyptian Egyptologist and politician who was elected as the 11th Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in November 2025.

Who funds UNESCO?

UNESCO is funded by Assessed and Voluntary Contributions from Member States and other donors. Voluntary Contributions are granted in different funding modalities: flexible, tightly earmarked, multi-donor and self-benefiting.

How trustworthy is UNESCO?

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Institute for Statistics (UIS) is the official and trusted source of internationally-comparable data on education, science, culture and communication.

UNESCO - What is it?

Why did the US pull out of UNESCO?

The U.S. has left UNESCO multiple times (1984, 2018) and rejoined, with recent withdrawals citing anti-Israel bias, the Palestinian membership, a "globalist" agenda conflicting with "America First" policies, and perceived mismanagement/politicization, while the U.S. rejoined in 2003 and 2023 after promises of reform and a desire for engagement. 

What are the powers of the UNESCO chairman?

Rule 13 - General powers of the Chairperson

He or she shall represent the Board with Member States, the United Nations, the specialized agencies, governmental and non-governmental organizations and the Director-General. He or she shall exercise all other functions given to him or her by the Board.

What is Khaled Hosseini doing now?

Hosseini is currently a Goodwill Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

Who is the Egyptian candidate for UNESCO?

On November 8, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot spoke with Khaled El-Enany, the Egyptian candidate for the position of Director-General of UNESCO. The election for this position will take place in November 2025. The Minister confirmed that France fully supports Khaled El-Enany's candidacy.

Which country will host UNESCO 2025?

India to host the 20th session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage from 8 to 13 December 2025 in New Delhi. For the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, UNESCO adopted the 2003 Convention in its 32nd General Conference in Paris.

What is the only city with 4 Unesco World Heritage sites?

The only city with four distinct UNESCO World Heritage listings is Córdoba, Spain, recognized for its Historic Centre (including the Mosque-Cathedral), the Festival of the Patios, and the nearby archaeological site of Medina Azahara, showcasing a unique blend of Roman, Islamic, Jewish, and Christian heritage. 

Where is the UNESCO HQ?

The headquarters of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is located in Paris, France, specifically at 7 place de Fontenoy, in the heart of the city. This modernist building, also known as the UNESCO House, serves as the central hub for the organization's global operations in education, science, culture, and communication.
 

Who is the secretary general of UNESCO Canada?

Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko, Secretary General of CCUNESCO since 2023, shares his thoughts on UNESCO's mandate, and CCUNESCO's responsibility to share the aspirations and values of Canadians within the multilateral system. 🌎

Who is the head of UNICEF now?

NEW YORK, 1 February 2022 – Catherine Russell took office today as UNICEF's new Executive Director, becoming the fourth woman to lead the organization in its 75-year history. “It is an honor and a privilege to join UNICEF and help lead its remarkable work for children at such a crucial moment,” said Russell.

Who are the 12 associate members of UNESCO?

The 12 associate members of UNESCO and the date on which they became associate members:

• Åland Islands (9 November 2021)
• Anguilla (5 November 2013)
• Aruba (20 October 1987)
• British Virgin Islands (24 November 1983)
• Cayman Islands (30 October 1999)
• Curaçao (25 October 2011)
• Faroes (12 October 2009)
• Macau (25 October 1995)

What is the #1 sold book of all time?

The best-selling book of all time is The Bible, with estimates over 5 billion copies sold, while the best-selling work of fiction is often cited as Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote or Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, though accurate tracking for older books and religious texts is difficult, with Mao's "Little Red Book" also having massive print runs.
 

What was Khaled Hosseini's famous line?

Time can be a greedy thing-sometimes it steals the details for itself. They say, Find a purpose in your life and live it. But, sometimes, it is only after you have lived that you recognize your life had a purpose, and likely one you never had in mind. A man who has no conscience, no goodness, does not suffer.

Where does Khaled Hosseini currently live?

He lives in Northern California with his wife and two children.

What is the highest position in UNESCO?

The General Conference is the highest governing body of UNESCO.

What are the 5 C's of UNESCO?

UNESCO's 5 Cs are strategic objectives for the World Heritage Convention: Credibility, Conservation, Capacity-building, Communication, and Communities, guiding global efforts to protect cultural and natural heritage by ensuring representative lists, effective protection, skill development, public awareness, and community involvement in preservation. These "Cs" were adopted in 2002, with "Communities" added in 2007, to implement the Convention's goals. 

Who is the boss of UNESCO?

The 43rd session of UNESCO's General Conference today appointed Mr Khaled Ahmed El-Enany Ali Ezz (Egypt) as Director-General of UNESCO, succeeding Audrey Azoulay.

Why does Canada participate in UNESCO?

Mandate. The Canadian Commission for UNESCO helps Canadians share knowledge locally and globally in order to create better societies and build peace in the minds of men and women.

Does UNESCO recognize Palestine?

In 2011, the State of Palestine was admitted into UNESCO. In 2012, it was accepted as an observer state of the UN General Assembly and the PA began to officially use the name "State of Palestine" for all purposes. In December 2014, the International Criminal Court recognized Palestine as a state.

Which country does not have UNESCO?

Some countries do not have a single World Heritage Site, and they include Bhutan, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and South Sudan.