Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
Sexual exploitation and abuse concerns in peace operations
Allegations involving sexual exploitation and abuse by personnel in UN-related operations continued to drive criticism, reporting reforms, victim-support measures and stronger prevention requirements.
2015
Cholera in Haiti and UN accountability criticism
The introduction and handling of cholera in Haiti by UN peacekeepers generated prolonged legal and ethical criticism, followed by an institutional shift toward acknowledging responsibility and supporting a response package.
1994
Failure to prevent the Rwandan genocide
The UN’s limited mandate and inadequate response during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda became one of the organization’s most serious institutional failures and led to later scrutiny of peacekeeping and civilian-protection responsibilities.
1990
Oil-for-Food Programme controversy
The UN-administered Iraq Oil-for-Food Programme later faced investigations and criticism concerning management, contracting, conflicts of interest and alleged corruption. The controversy prompted extensive review of oversight and accountability.