September News & Updates
09/15/20 Issue
The UN is celebrating its 75th Anniversary!
UN Day
October 24th, 2020
UN Day
October 24th, 2020
On October 24, 1945, the United Nations was created. This year, we’re celebrating a momentous milestone: the UN’s 75th anniversary and to celebrate the UN’s anniversary—we’re reflecting on the past, celebrating the accomplishments of the present, and looking forward to progress, toward a better and brighter future for everyone, everywhereUN Day 2020  Join UNA-USA membership today! Together, we can inspire the nation to take action and help build a better world. 
Upcoming Events
Join us for UN 75 Consultation African Immigrants in the City of Brotherly Love

Embracing Diverse Experiences and Identities

When: Saturday, Sept 19, 2020 | 10 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
The discussion will address African Immigrants and asylum seekers including issues faced by special groups. How do we support new African immigrants, in the challenges they face in the United States and our communities? Included will be considerations related to unique experiences and challenges facing African immigrants who identify, either openly or not, as members of the LGBTQ community. Highlights of the conversation will be shared with the United Nations.

Registration in advance is required.

A flier with registration link here.

Limit of 100 participants; with Panel Q+A

Global Water Alliance Conference
Thursday, Sept 24, 2020 | 10 AM - 2 PM EDT
GWA’s 2020 Conference on Water & Peace at Drexel University: Promoting Security through Equitable Policy, Governance and Technology
This event is in partnership with Global Water Alliance, Drexel Peace Engineering and the Water Center at Penn. Limited capacity of 200 participants. A certificate of attendance will be provided to participants upon request. We are excited to announce that the World Water Forum's International Steering Committee (ISC) officially recognizes GWA's Water & Peace Conference as a preparatory event for the 2021 World Water Forum in Dakar, Senegal.
+1 Campaign 
Help UNA-USA multiply its impact by referring others in your network to join our movement to support the lifesaving work of the United Nations! From September 24 - October 24, we're encouraging all members to invite a +1 to their UN Day event and refer them to join UNA-USA.