Reflections on the Work of the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO

This book is about the goals and work of UNESCO and of the New Zealand Commission. This account is not a history but rather an overview of UNESCO generally and of the Commission's work. It includes the reflections of people who have contributed to the Commissions work. Reflections lets their voices speak of the achievements, specific initiatives, and challenges when working for UNESCOs vision in New Zealand and globally.

Part 1 describes the beginnings, growth, and work of UNESCO and of the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO and provides a background for the voices that are the focus of this book, as well describing the Commissions many achievements. The second and main part of the book focuses on the reflections of New Zealanders who worked with and for the Commission. Part 3 considers UNESCOs future and the importance of exemplary Commissions such as New Zealand's.