УНЕСКО, or the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, is a specialized agency of the United Nations. Founded in 1945, its primary mission is to promote international collaboration in education, science, culture, and communication to foster peace and security. The organization works to protect cultural heritage, support education for all, and promote freedom of expression. УНЕСКО is known for its World Heritage Sites program, which recognizes and preserves sites of outstanding cultural or natural importance around the world.