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Resources
for Using English at the United Nations
These resources
focus on the specialized language,
formats and style used by the United Nations. Except for Correspondence
Writing workbook, these links are all on the United
Nations Intranet. The links are not accessible on networks outside the
United Nations.
- United
Nations Editorial Manual Online
– Available on iSeek, the
UNHQ Intranet. Last updated in 2000, this manual provides style
guidelines and examples for writing letters, memos, note verbale,
faxes, and more.
- United
Nations Correspondence Manual -
Available on iSeek, the UNHQ
Intranet. Look here for the most recent United Nations spelling list,
style and format guidelines for reports, and more.
- United
Nations Spelling List -
Available on the UNHQ Intranet. This is a
direct link to
the most updated list of United Nations' spelling
conventions.
- Correspondence
Writing Workbook –
This electronic workbook provides examples
of common United Nations correspondence and practice exercises.
Although designed to accompany our programme's 'Writing Letters, Memos
& Email' course, it can also be used for self study.
- Staff
Development Websites - Available
on iSeek, the UNHQ Intranet. This
webpage features a list of useful Internet resources on General Career
Development , Resumes and Cover Letters , Interview Skills , Mentoring,
and Vacancies in the UN system compiled by the UNHQ Career
Resource Centre,
room S-2560A.
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