See UK Public Perception of the UN

The United Nations Association UK (UNA UK) is a long running organisation seeking to boost the relationship between the UN and the public in the UK. Here is a link to a page from UNA UK that summarises common perceptions and typical barriers in getting interest from the public in the work of the UN.

http://www.una.org.uk/magazine/new-world-winter-special-issue-2014/debate-why-should-british-public-care-about-un