History

7 February, 2024

As we recently marked the 70th anniversary of the entry into force of the 1953 Protocol of the Slavery Convention, this HiStories episode delves into multilateral efforts to fight slavery, from the League of Nations to the UN 2030 Agenda. 

13 June, 2023

Discover our latest HiStories episode on the League of Nations and the United Nations. Get insights from a renowned historian on their connections and changes, plus firsthand experiences from two UN practitioners.

26 January, 2021

Join us in commemorating Baroness Bertha Von Suttner (1843-1914), a pioneering figure in the 19th-century peace movement and inspiration for the League of Nations, as experts delve into her remarkable life and ideas, sharing new research findings and unique documents from the UN Library & Archives Geneva.

8 July, 2021

Discover the rich history of the Palais des Nations in this HiStories episode, tracing its construction and architectural highlights from the League of Nations era to its transfer to the United Nations, featuring archival insights and hidden gems of the building.

9 December, 2021

Discover the transformative impact of the LONTAD project on multilateralism research, unveiling UNESCO-listed League of Nations Archives through an innovative digital platform, offering insights into historical documents and democratizing access to critical materials.

13 October, 2022

Explore the influence of digitization on research practices in this episode of HiStories, highlighting the centenary relevance of the archives of the International Institute of Intellectual Cooperation, and insights from a recent academic conference hosted by the UN Library & Archives.

9 August, 2023

This tutorial guides you through the League of Nations Registry Fonds. You'll find out how to access these Fonds, a collection that delves into the past workings of the League of Nations Secretariat. 

19 July, 2023

Today, the entirety of the League of Nations archives are available through the UN Archives Geneva Platform. In this tutorial, we guide you through the digital corridors of how to access this incredible repository. 

25 April, 2023

The UN Library & Archives Geneva organized a series of events in 2023 with the aim of providing a comprehensive overview of the Library's services to its diverse range of users - this session focused on resources related to the history of multilateralism.