"While every nation, every person, every living thing on the earth seeks to
maintain its survival, the only way to ensure that survival is by learning
to coexist with others who are vastly different." --from Unit 1, Action through Words
Action
through Words is
an online study course that helps users expand their knowledge of the English language and
communication skills while deepening their
knowledge of the history and workings of the United Nations.
Designed
for new staff members
or for anyonewanting to
explore more about the work of the UN --especially
those working at duty stations where access to formal language training
is limited.
Action
through Words is a tool to
assist learners in increasing their knowledge of one of the Organization’s
working languages as
they increase their knowledge of the workings of the Organization itself. It can serve as a vehicle
for promoting greater understanding of the work of the United Nations through the teaching
of one of the Organization’s working languages.