Global Address Data Association: The Universal Postal Union's work in the address field continues to expand in scope. Several studies and initiatives will have an important impact on this industry, and will expand the universe of available addresses. First, the UPU has developed a detailed action plan for the initiative begun in 2009 and titled "Addressing the World - an Address for Everyone".This initiative has been accepted by the Chief Executives Board of the United Nations and subsequently received participation and support from eight major UN agencies including the World Bank, UNDP, ITU, ISO and others. Read more about the Global Address Data Association