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UN-OHRLLS
United Nations Headquarters
405 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017
United States of America
General Inquiries
Email: ohrlls-unhq@un.org
Tel: +1 (212) 963-7680
Fax: +1 (212) 963-3029
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)
Closed on United Nations holidays
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is UN-OHRLLS?
UN-OHRLLS (full name: Office of the High Representative for LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS) is a part of the UN Secretariat created in 2001 under General Assembly Resolution 56/227. Its job is to keep the spotlight on 91 countries whose poverty, landlocked geography, or island exposure puts them at a persistent disadvantage in the global economy.
Which countries does UN-OHRLLS serve?
UN-OHRLLS covers 45 Least Developed Countries, 32 Landlocked Developing Countries, and 39 Small Island Developing States. Some nations appear in two or even all three lists, which compounds the challenges they face. See the Countries page for a full regional breakdown.
How can a member state engage with the office?
Governments typically work with UN-OHRLLS via their permanent missions in New York. Each country also appoints national focal points for the relevant programme of action, and officials can participate directly in the intergovernmental meetings and review sessions the office organizes throughout the year.
Are there partnership or collaboration opportunities?
Yes. The office regularly works with NGOs, universities, think tanks, and private companies that bring expertise or resources relevant to LDCs, LLDCs, or SIDS. Choose "Partnership Opportunity" in the form above, or email the office directly to start a conversation.
How is the office funded?
Core staff and operations are paid for through the UN's regular budget, the same pool that funds most Secretariat offices. On top of that, specific projects and events receive voluntary funding from individual member states and partner organizations.