Democracy

The United Nations does not advocate for a specific model of government but promotes democratic governance as a set of values and principles that should be followed for greater participation, equality, security, and human development. The UN supports democracy by promoting human rights, development, and peace and security. It promotes good governance, monitors elections, supports civil society to strengthen democratic institutions and accountability, ensures self-determination in decolonized countries and assists in the drafting of new constitutions in post-conflict nations. In the 75 years since the UN Charter was signed, the Organization has done more to support democracy around the world than any other global organization.