Interested in exploring multilateralism, but don't know where to begin?
Whether you're a student, researcher, diplomat or UN staff member, we're here to help you in your research.
Here at the UN Library & Archives Geneva, we've supported understanding of multilateralism since our establishment in 1919 as the Library of the League of Nations. Today, we continue to preserve and provide access to a vast collection of documents, publications and archival materials that trace the evolution of multilateral action—from the time of League of Nations to the United Nations today.
We regularly hold online sessions where you can discover how to access these primary sources. In each session, specialists from the Library & Archives guide you through the different types of official documents produced by the League of Nations and the UN, and how these records contribute to our understanding of global governance. You'll also learn how to access these sources online through two essential research tools:
The UN Archives Geneva Platform – A rich repository of archives from the League of Nations, the UN, international peace movements and more; and
The UN Digital Library – A gateway to official UN documents, speeches, reports and publications.
Join Us! Register for an upcoming session or request a specialized group session.
These sessions are open to students from all universities, diplomats, researchers and UN system staff. Visit our Upcoming Events page to sign up, or if you're interested in organizing a dedicated session for your institution or team, please contact us at commons@un.org.
We look forward to supporting your research!