UNA-UK, along with its local UNA branches and supporters across the country, celebrated the UN's 70th birthday in style.
From prominent buildings turning blue, to a UN-themed cake, to high-level debates on UN effectiveness - the anniversary was marked in a multitude of inspiring and constructive ways. Our Storify round-up of the highlights can be found below.
The initiatives highlighted the vital contribution the UN continues to make to our collective security and its importance as a lifeline for millions of people. UNA-UK is calling on the UK Government to mark the UN's 70th birthday by acknowledging the extent to which our security and prosperity depend on an effective UN.
Click here for five ways you can help us make the case for the UN
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Photo at top of page: Belfast's City Hall lit up blue on UN Day (24 October 2015) (c) Guy Spence
