Humanitarian Resource Institute's mission is to serve as an international reference point for health care, education, agricultural and economic development by (1) prioritization of humanitarian issues and needs, (2)promotion of volunteerism (3) development of educational resources, (4) encouragement of collaboration among governmental, intergovernmental agencies and private sector entities and (4) facilitating information transfer for public use.  "Arts Integration Into Education," through the "United Nations Arts Initiative" provides a unique opportunity for members of the arts community  to impact prioritized humanitarian emergencies and relief operations across the globe.   Efforts to "Bridge Unmet Needs to Untapped Resources," includes participation  with strategic planning, critical analysis, expert think tank development for background discussions, peer reviewed data compilation and communications that engage decision makers and target audiences on the grassroots level in 192 United Nations member countries.