UN Dispatch: Launching a New Era of Crowdfunded Global Coverage

A Critical Juncture for the UN and Independent Media

The United Nations is under fire. Facing renewed attacks from right-wing forces, its future hangs in the balance. Now, more than ever, independent media coverage of the UN is crucial. That's why UN Dispatch is transitioning to a crowdfunding model on Substack. We need your support to keep our vital reporting alive.

Two Decades of Covering the UN: From Bush to Trump and Beyond

Since the early 2000s, UN Dispatch has provided a unique perspective on the UN, emphasizing its crucial role in addressing global challenges. We started during the turbulent years of the Iraq War, when the UN was unfairly vilified. Today, the challenges are different, but the need for insightful analysis remains the same. From the Trump administration's withdrawal from the WHO to the rise of new geopolitical powers, understanding the complexities of international cooperation is more vital than ever.

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Our mission is simple: to provide in-depth reporting and analysis on the UN, highlighting its successes, addressing its shortcomings, and championing the importance of multilateralism. We believe that a strong, effective UN is essential for a safer, more just world. Unfortunately, our funding landscape has changed. To continue this vital work, we need your help. We need to rely on you, our engaged readers, to keep UN Dispatch thriving.

“As when I started UN Dispatch 20 years ago, the UN is once again facing a barrage of attacks…But the UN still matters. It still makes a difference.”

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