Blog Posts - UNITED NATIONS ASSOCIATION OF ATLANTA

Global ASCEND Model UN - Tau Pi Omega Chapter - Stone Mountain/Lithonia (Volunteers Needed)

1/29/2016

In response to our partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. we are on a mission to transform 10,000 high school students into global citizens, through the ModelUN program!

WE NEED YOU!

Join us the afternoon of Feb. 21 as we guide and learn from high school scholars in the Model UN program! There will be 29 scholars representing 10 different countries addressing various issues such globalization, gender equality, science, climate change and combating racism. We need volunteers to come and inspire the students to become global citizens! Your duty will simple be to support, encourage and inspire!

To join in this transforming simulation email:
Email: atlanta.una@gmail.com

DATE: FEB. 21, 2016
TIME: 3-6 PM
BRIEFING: There are approximately 29 scholars within the chapter's program where students are divided into 10 countries (2 delegates/country). The mini-simulation debate/discussion that will take place on Feb. 21 is Combating Racism. Each scholar is given detailed background information to prepare for the simulation. You must register as a volunteer by FEB 14, 2015. We will have a conference call/meeting to discuss the event PRIOR to Feb 21. That meeting will take place Feb 17, 2016.
The countries that will be represented are:

Spain
France
Bangladesh
Libya
Russia
Vietnam
USA
Greece
Brazil
Italy

To Learn More About The Partnership Visit Our Advocacy & Education Page

Human Rights Day 2015

12/1/2015

UNA-USA and Emory University Present Special Documentary Screening in Celebration of the United Nations’ 70th Anniversary

9/30/2015

The United Nations Association of the United States of America, Atlanta Chapter (UNA-Atlanta) will partner with Emory University’s International Relations Association (EIRA) to host the award-winning documentary Beyond Right & Wrong: Stories of Justice and Forgiveness produced by filmmakers Lekha Singh and Roger Spottiswoode. The special viewing will be a part of celebratory events across the country for the United Nations’ (UN) 70th Anniversary, October 24.

The screening will take place

Thursday, October 8
6:30 p.m.
Emory University’s
Goodrich C. White Hall, room 207
301 Dowman Dr., Atlanta

The event is free and open to the public, with light refreshments and a reception
To register Click link below, email atlanta.una@gmail.com or call:
Vice President of Programs, Betsy Rivard at (404) 261-9696

REGISTER HERE

In Beyond Right & Wrong, victims of three devastating conflicts, the Rwandan Genocide, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Troubles in Northern Ireland struggle to forgive without sacrificing their need for justice. This transformative documentary allows viewers to delve deeply into the familiar battles for reconciliation and recovery, opening their eyes to the multifaceted expression of human resilience and the mission of the UN.

“The stories broke my heart yet gave me enormous hope,” says producer Lekha Singh.

The documentary has won multiple awards: Best Avant-Garde Film in 2013, American Psychological Association; Best Documentary Film, Fingal Film Festival; Runnerup for Best Documentary, LA Jewish Film Festival and garnered worldwide attention since its initial release last year.

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon presented the film to the General Assembly before adopting a far-reaching resolution for the peaceful mediation of conflict.

In addition to the screening there will be a special feature on the history of the United Nations over the last 70 years.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW TRAILER

Georgia NGOs Unite to Unveil United Nations' New Global Goals

9/18/2015

On September 25, 2015, the global Sustainability Developmental Goals (SDG) of the United Nations will replace the Millennium Development Goals as a new universal set of targets and indicators, that will guide nations' agendas and political priorities over the next 15 years in tackling global issues such as poverty and inequality.

To introduce the SDGs, the United Nations Association, Atlanta Chapter (UNA-Atlanta) is partnering with local and international organizations including: The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Global Citizen, ONE, Emory University and The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) at the Global Goals and Human Rights Celebration on Monday, September 21 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The evening will feature a panel of speakers from each organization and presentations that will lay out the adoption of the United Nations new objectives.

The event is free and open to the public.
Reservations are encouraged.
To register visit, http://globalgoalsatl.splashthat.com/

Global Goals and Human Rights Celebration
Monday, September 21, 7 PM - 9 PM
Center for Civil and Human Rights
100 Ivan Allen, Jr. Blvd
Atlanta, GA 30313

#GlobalGoals #LightTheWay

UNA-Volunteer Day with Captain Planet Foundation

9/10/2015

UNA-Volunteer Day!

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We are excited to announce that the United Nations Association of Atlanta (UNA-Atlanta) will be partnering with the Captain Planet Foundation (CPF) for our fall 2015 UNA-Volunteer Day project! Come meet and greet with your fellow UNA-Atlanta members and Board of Directors as we assist CPF at Clarkdale Elementary, in Cobb County, beautify their school garden.

Saturday, September 19, 2015

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon
(Event begins at 9 a.m., join us at 8:30 a.m. for a light breakfast)
Location: Clarkdale Elementary
4725 Ewing Rd, Austell, GA 30106

WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS

What to expect: A lot of weed pulling and general garden clean-up. We will be focusing our efforts on clearing out garden beds for students to use.

What to bring & wear: Water, snacks, perhaps a brimmed hat, bug spray, sunscreen & wear CLOSED TOE SHOES. CPF will provide tools, gloves, and other necessary equipment to use during the workday.

Where to park: As you enter the school ground please follow the drive way to the right of the school. The path will lead you through a school bus parking area and around to the back of the school where the garden is located. There is plenty of parking available.

Day of event point of contact persons:

UNA-Atlanta's VP of Membership & Data Operations: Moorisa Tjokro: (404) 824-6694
CPF Volunteer Coordinator: Ain Chike: (678)431-7771

JOIN US!

TO VOLUNTEER

CLICK HERE

or email
atlanta.una@gmail.com

P.S. JOIN US FOR LUNCH! After you finish volunteering you'll be sure to work up an appetite, how about lunch? We will discuss details immediately following the event.

The mission of the Captain Planet Foundation is to give the next generation of environmental stewards an active understanding and love for the natural world in which they live. Our unique program of funding and supporting hands-on environmental projects is designed to encourage innovative initiatives that inspire and empower children and youth around the world as they work individually and collectively creating environmental solutions in their homes, schools and communities.

Join In The Social Media Fun With The Hashtag:
#UNAVolunteerDay

Nothing But Nets: Georgia's Leadership in the Fight Against Malaria

8/13/2015

UNA-Atlanta is invited to another exciting event!

REGISTER FOR FREE HERE

Event Details
Thursday, 08/20/2015
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Center for Civic Innovation
115 MLK Jr. Drive NW
Suite 300
Atlanta, GA, 30303

Event Description
Join us in Atlanta for an evening reception honoring the state of Georgia's many contributions to the global fight against malaria. Hear from Congressman Doug Collins, as well as from representatives of the CDC, the United Methodist Church, and larger civil society on the progress that has been made in fighting this deadly disease and the opportunities Georgians have to contribute to achieving a malaria-free world by 2030.

UNA-Atlanta Volunteer Day with Trees of Atlanta

7/7/2015

UNA-Volunteer Day!

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We are excited to announce that the United Nations Association of Atlanta (UNA-Atlanta) will be teaming up with Trees Atlanta for our summer UNA-Volunteer Day project! Come meet and greet with your fellow UNA-Atlanta members and Board of Directors as we assist Trees Atlanta in their NeighborWoods tree maintenance project and native prairie plantings along the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum.

When: Saturday, July 11, 2015
Time: 8 a.m. (Sharp)
Where: stable/kernel
655 Highland Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30312
(We will meet here and travel to the Trees Atlanta Project Site*)
What to Wear: Blue, White or Light Color T-shirts
Closed-Toed Shoes and Clothes That Can Get Dirty
*Trees Atlanta Site located on the BeltLine under the Virginia Avenue bridge

JOIN US!
TO VOLUNTEER
Email: atlanta.una@gmail.com
DEADLINE TO SIGN UP : FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2015 BY 10 A.M.
Join In The Social Media Fun HashTag: #UNAVolunteerDay

VERY IMPORTANT GROUP INFORMATION

We will meet at 8 a.m. sharp at stable/kernel (address above). stable/kernel is located behind the Highland Bakery. The entrance is on a side street of Sampson St NE. Enter the building from Sampson St through the door under the yellow awning and follow the arrows upstairs. The office uses the same entrance as AGNI and Glass Eye Screenworks and is located right across the hall from AGNI. Regarding the parking space, members usually use the parking lot behind the church on Corley St next to Highland Bakery, or street parking if it's not full. We will carpool or you may drive your car to the Trees Atlanta Site located on the BeltLine under the Virginia Avenue Bridge.
What Will We Be Doing? We will be planting in the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum meadow from 9 am to 12 pm. If you drive independently from the group, it is HIGHLY important to arrive to this location at 8:40am as Trees Atlanta will only provide one demonstration (which takes 10 minutes) and every volunteer needs to see it. All volunteers must stay for the entire project, and not leave before we finish.
This project is best for ages 12 and up. Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, and all volunteers between the ages of 16 and 17 who are not accompanied by a parent/guardian must have a parent/guardian sign a waiver for them.
Please wear closed-toed shoes or boots, clothes that can get dirty, sunscreen and bug spray as needed.
We recommend volunteers bring drinking water in a reusable container. No one-time-use plastic bottles, please.
Meadow planting is hard work, so make sure to tell everyone to eat a good breakfast and come prepared to work hard. A snack might be a good thing for those who tend to lose steam.
Projects happen rain or shine, so please check the weather beforehand and come prepared.
Trees Atlanta will provide all necessary tools and instruction, though volunteers may prefer to bring their own work gloves as ours are not the nicest.

If you need assistance at anytime or have further questions please contact Nalat Phanit-Black at (917) 669-2182 (OR) Tiffany Irene at (404) 721-7121. These contacts will also be available day of the event.

ABOUT TREES ATLANTA
Dedicated to protecting Atlanta’s urban forest through planting, conservation, and education...
Founded in 1985, Trees Atlanta works tirelessly to address Atlanta’s tree loss, protect its forests, and create new green space. Empowered by its wonderful community of volunteers, Trees Atlanta serves the metro Atlanta area, and has grown to become one of Atlanta’s most widely known and supported non-profit organizations. Our mission statement: Trees Atlanta is a nationally recognized non-profit citizens' group that protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating.

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS for UNA-Atlanta: People to People International Global Challenges: Human Rights America’s Regional Meeting

5/6/2015

People to People International (PTPI) and their Board of Directors invites you to attend the Global Challenges: Human Rights America's Regional Meeting. You will have the opportunity to learn from peers and experts as we experience the exciting historic city of Atlanta. Connect and exchange ideas with a network of culturally knowledgeable global leaders committed to making a difference in the world...Just like YOU!

A conference that normally cost $300 has been heavily DISCOUNTED exclusively for
*UNA-ATLANTA MEMBERS ONLY* For You, Sessions Range from $10-$25
and there's even some FREEBIES!

REGIONAL MEETING DETAILS

When: Thursday, May 28, 2015 - Saturday, May 30, 2015
Where: Grand Hyatt Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
RSVP: Wednesday, May 13, 2015

MEMBERS HIT THE RSVP BUTTON BELOW TO REGISTER TODAY

Highlights include:

Hearing from civil and human rights activists such as Dr. Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Mary Frances Bowley, President of Wellspring Living, Chief Commissioner John King, and many others.
Participate in dynamic conversations with peers and leaders from around the globe.
Partake in tours and presentations from the Center for Civil and Human Rights and the Maya Angelou Teen Center.
Experience the city of Atlanta while learning about the challenges in global human rights and the history of local civil advocacy.
Engage in panel discussions on human trafficking, women’s empowerment, and issues facing refugees.
Learn more about PTPI and how they parallel with the United Nations to advocate for global change!

View The UNA-Atlanta Exclusive Agenda *
Click HERE To View Agenda
* Please note that sessions without a price is FREE for UNA-Atlanta Members.

For Additional Information Contact
Your UNA-Atlanta / People to People International Meeting Coordinator:

Nalat Phanit-Black
President of the United Nations Association of Atlanta
Email: atlanta.una@gmail.com
Phone: 917-669-2182 (Call or Text with any questions)
Event Dress Code: Business Casual

*Below Are Your Special Links for UNA-Atlanta Members ONLY*

Registration Process
Click HERE To Register
THEN FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS
Once on the registration page, at the top, click "Register Now."
For non-PTPI members, you need to create an account. Put in your Username, password, and confirm the password.
You will then be guided through the registration process:
- Answer a brief questionnaire (under "how did you hear about the event?" type in United Nations Association of USA, Atlanta Chapter),
- Select the sessions you want to attend (prices will be displayed for each session),
- Even if you are attending all free sessions, you still need to put in your Billing Information. You will NOT be charged for free sessions,
- If you selected sessions with a fee, you will be asked for your billing information and credit card information.

UNA-Atlanta Members Registration Link In Full
(just copy and paste in the event you are not allowed to click)
https://www.ptpi.org/students/EventDetail.aspx?id=%7b8537C41C-35C7-E411-ACC0-D4856445AE57%7d&orglcid=1033&orgname=PTPI&&typename=boc_event&userlcid=1033

Winners of the 3/20 International Day of Happiness Dinner Giveaway

3/16/2015

United Nations Association of Atlanta and the United Nations Association Young Professionals of Atlanta are happy to announce the winners of the 3/20 International Day of Happiness Dinner Giveaway:

FREE Dinner Tickets Winners:
Nabil Esmail
Molly Woo

FREE copy of Happiness Recipe- Whippin' up wit, wisdom and wonderful food Winner:
Amalia Benke

Please join us in congratulating these lucky winners! If you have not reserved your spot for the International Day of Happiness Dinner on March 20, 2015, please do so ASAP. Space is limited. For more information, visit the International Day of Happiness Dinner page.

EXCLUSIVE GIVEAWAY for UNA-Atlanta Members: International Day of Happiness Dinner, March 20, 2015

3/9/2015

It's easy to be one of the three lucky winners. Just put in your name and email address in the form below. The deadline to sign up is March 15, 2015 at 4:00 PM EST.

We are giving away:
2 FREE dinner tickets (valued at $47 per dinner ticket)
1 FREE copy of Happiness Recipe- Whippin' up wit, wisdom and wonderful food
(valued at $20)

About the International Day of Happiness Dinner:
United Nations Association of Atlanta and United Nations Association Young Professionals of Atlanta are thrilled to join June Cline (Certified Speaking Professional, internationally-known humorist, speaker and author) and Sandy Weaver Carman (former radio personality turned award-winning author, speaker and audio expert) in celebration of the International Day of Happiness, March 20, 2015. UNA-Atlanta members are invited to join June and Sandy for an interactive dinner, where they will be talking about their Amazon #1-selling book, Happiness Recipe- Whippin' up wit, wisdom and wonderful food. There will be a discussion on personal happiness, how to find it and how to sustain it. For more information on the International Day of Happiness Dinner, click here.

Registration for the Giveaway is closed.

Winners will be announced on March 16, 2015. To claim your prize, just attend the International Day of Happiness Dinner:

March 20, 2015
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Gordon Biersch (Private Dining Room)
3242 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, Atlanta, GA 30305

For more information on the United Nation's International Day of Happiness, please click here.