Breadcrumb Home / Stories / How the United Nations responds to crises Story How the United Nations responds to crises 03 August 2022 Founded in 1945, the United Nations is made up of 193 member countries. The UN and its work are guided by the purposes and principles outlined in the Charter. The UN is often looked to for leadership and support during times of crisis, including at present the ongoing war in Ukraine. From providing basic essentials to refugees, to delivering food aid and medical supplies, to lending psycho-social support, learn more about how the UN has been supporting people impacted by the war. UN entities involved in this initiative UN United Nations Goals we are supporting through this initiative