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

9/30/2015

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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 [email protected] 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.
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW TRAILER
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Georgia NGOs Unite to Unveil United Nations' New Global Goals

9/18/2015

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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
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UNA-Volunteer Day with Captain Planet Foundation

9/10/2015

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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
[email protected]
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
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