The United Nations Geographical Information Working Group (UNGIWG) is a network of professionals working in the fields of cartography and geographic information science to building the UN Spatial Data Infrastructure needed to achieve sustainable development.

UNGIWG was formed in 2000 to address common geospatial issues - maps, boundaries, data exchange, standards - that affect the work of UN Organizations and Member States. UNGIWG also works directly with non-governmental organizations, research institutions and industry to develop and maintain common geographic databases and geospatial technologies to enhance normative and operational capabilities. UNGIWG reports periodically to the UN Chief Executive Board (CEB) on progress made and priority issues.

Specifically UNGIWG aims to:
	improve the efficient use of geographic information for better decision-making;
	promote standards and norms for maps and other geospatial information;
	develop core maps to avoid duplication;
	build mechanisms for sharing, maintaining and assuring the quality of geographic information;
	provide a forum for discussing common issues and emerging technological changes.

The structure of UNGIWG has evolved to reflect current activities and the practicalities of managing a working group whose 30 Members are located around the globe. The structure and modus operandi of UNGIWG is set out in detail in its Terms of Reference. The diagram below illustrates the structure as defined by the 5th plenary meeting.