To illustrate the oral and writing skills expected at the language levels UN I-Basic, UN II- Intermediate and UN III- Advanced, the Language and Communications Training Unit has developed a set of video, audio, and text samples. These materials showcase professional communications in scenarios where new language users interact with proficient speakers and writers.
The samples serve two main purposes: to help staff self-assess their language abilities and to encourage communication in a shared language, proving that engagement is possible at any competence level and across various contexts.
In short, the UN Language Framework samples highlight a key message: full proficiency is not a requirement to navigate work and life in an international environment.
