The purpose of UNISERV shall be to: Promote and defend the common interest of international civil servants of all categories of staff whose staff unions, associations and staff representative bodies are members of UNISERV. Provide a means for staff representative bodies with common concerns to consult with one another both formally and informally with a view to reaching consensus on issues affecting conditions of service and staff safety, security and welfare. Maintain relations and cooperation with staff representative bodies and other Federations of the United Nations Common System including affiliation to a Federation that shall be subject to the approval of a two-thirds majority of the Executive. Allow those staff unions, associations, and other staff representatives bodies of the system to address advisory and decision-making bodies with a united voice and in particular to participate in the activities and the work of the Fifth Committee of the General Assembly, the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), and any other common system bodies, such as HLCM, CEB, IASMN, Executive or advisory. Assist each other in finding solutions to common problems and in monitoring the implementation of decisions affecting the staff both at Headquarters and non-Headquarters duty stations. Cooperate with other staff Federations and staff representative bodies with a view to formally arriving to common positions on matters affecting conditions of service and staff welfare. Adhere to the spirit of solidarity and support for each member whenever needed. Maintain and develop relationships with other international and national staff unions, associations and Federations of international organizations and NGOs. Promote and safeguard the rights, interests and welfare of all Members based on the principles and rights enshrined in international human rights and labour standards promulgated by the United Nations and its Specialized Agencies, funds, and programs.
