I was browsing the United Nations Website this morning, and I remember for a long time that I have wanted to work for the UN, but was too lazy to research on how to actually apply for it.
I thought today would be the day that I finally research the positions I want to apply for. UN website required me to register and leave them a detailed personal history record. And then I will research on the positions that I want, and submit my resume.
What I didn't realize is that, UN jobs are categorized into countries. Even though resumes are sort thorugh by the UN headquarter, you would still need to indicate which country you would like to work in. The true obstacle was....
As I was filling out my personal history section, suddenly it dawned on me. UN does not recognize Taiwan nor Hong Kong. UN recognizes China only.
Don't get me wrong, I don't have anything against the UN, but I have something against the lack of choices for me to fill out my birth country. I ended the session without filling out my birth country, and unable to complete my registration.
Currently in need to figure out a way to contact the UN without clicking China as my birth country.
2 comments:
Oh my god.
I knew that they only recognize "one China," but I didn't ever think that you would be unable to register your nation of birth. That's awful. Honestly, over the years, I've been losing faith in the UN... and this is another nail in the coffin.
For all their posturing on human rights and freedom of expression, their inaction says more than any of their prosletyzing ever will, as in your case.
I was offended by the lack of choices, and just logged off.
Obviously, the UN may view China as a more beneficial ally than Taiwan at the moment.
Don't lose faith!
I am sure the UN is getting around to that.
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