AMI is an Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) represented at the United Nations (since 1985) and an NGO in operational relations with UNESCO (since 1962).

The following articles outline aspects of Montessori's relationship with UNESCO.

Maria Montessori and UNESCO - Timeline

Maria Montessori and UNESCO - Article by Victoria Barres

Address before the VIIIth International Montessori Congress, 1949
By Dr. Cheng Chi-Pao Deputy Lead, Department of Education UNESCO

1950 - Maria Montessori was a member of the Italian delegation to the Fifth UNESCO Conference, held in Florence.

Torres Bodet, General-Director of UNESCO in his address said 'In Our midst we have someone who has become the symbol of our great expectations for education and world peace, Maria Montessori'.