The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that aims to promote world peace and security through international cooperation in the fields of education, the arts, science, and culture. With 194 member states and 12 associate members , it has partners in civil society, intergovernmental organizations, and the private sector. Headquartered in Paris, France, UNESCO has 53 regional field offices and 199 national commissions. / Agenda Item: Combating the Destruction and Illegal Trafficking of Cultural Heritage / Level: Beginner