UNESCO, a non-profit organization headquartered in France, was founded in 1945, with an estimated 10,230 employees. The organization functions as a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN), focusing on promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture. It operates with 194 member states and 12 associate members, engaging with partners across the non-governmental, intergovernmental, and private sectors. Operationally, UNESCO maintains 53 regional field offices and 199 national commissions.
