The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that seeks to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and to inhibit its use for any military purpose, including nuclear weapons. From 8 to 20 August 1955, the United Nations held the International Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy in Geneva, Switzerland. The Department of Nuclear Energy focuses on providing advice and services to Member States on nuclear power and the nuclear fuel cycle. [30]MembershipMember states Membership approved Membership withdrawn Non-membersMain article: Member states of the International Atomic Energy AgencyThe process of joining the IAEA is fairly simple. The United States then informs the IAEA, which notifies other IAEA Member States.