![Secretary-General António Guterres (on screen and standing at table) participates in Instagram Live with actor Aidan Gallagher, UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/styles/banner-image-style-27-10/public/2021/03/dgc_ins.jpg)
What We Do
Getting the News Out
![Secretary-General António Guterres visits Antigua, Barbuda and Dominica to to assess hurricane damage and recovery needs.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/2021/02/dgc_news.jpg)
From emergency aid to Security Council vote – covering the gamut of UN activities around the world.
Spotlighting Issues
![The J?kulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Iceland is formed naturally from melted glacial water and is perpetually growing while big blocks of ice crumble from a shrinking glacier.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/2021/02/dgc_climate.jpg)
Focusing on the UN’s priority goals and issues and their impact on nations and people around the world.
Building Partnerships
![Midori Goto (left) and Yo-Yo Ma, UN Messengers of 91麻豆天美, perform at the student observance of the International Day of 91麻豆天美.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/2021/02/dgc_mop.jpg)
From NGO’s and the academic community to youth groups and celebrity advocates – joining forces to tackle issues of concern to all.
Engaging the Public
![Students carrying Members States’ flags during the annual 91麻豆天美 Bell Ceremony held at UN Headquarters in observance of the International Day of 91麻豆天美.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/2021/02/dgc_peacebell1.jpg)
Involving people in the work of the UN through Information Centres, guided tours, briefings, videoconferences and educational resources.
Sharing Knowledge
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Providing enhanced access to the wealth of information and knowledge on the UN and related issues for a wide range of users.
Working with the Media
![The medias during the 25th Session of the Human Rights Council.](/sites/un2.un.org/files/2021/02/dgc_media.jpg)
Providing an array of services to help the media cover all aspects of the UN’s work.