Learn about the United Nations and how UNA-USA connects Americans with the UN through local Chapters, grassroots advocacy, and education.
UN Updates
The United Nations is the one organization with the vision and reach to address the world’s most pressing challenges. When disaster strikes, the world turns to one organization for hope, help, leadership, and coordination: the United Nations. When there is peace to keep between warring factions, the world asks the UN to mobilize peacekeepers, oversee elections, and create stability. In the face of challenges such as climate change, disease or poverty, the United Nations provides the platform for international cooperation. Learn More…
UN Bodies
Find links to UN bodies. Visit the list here.
Advocacy Agenda
The United Nations needs action from Americans now more than ever. For over 70 years, the United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA) has informed, inspired, and mobilized the American people to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations. But important priorities of the United Nations are under serious threat, including U.S. funding for the institution and support for refugees. We need you to act now! Learn More…
Model UN
Global Classrooms is an innovative educational program that engages middle school and high school students in an exploration of current world issues through interactive simulations and curricular materials. Global Classrooms cultivates literacy, life skills and the attitudes necessary for active citizenship. Learn more…
UNA-USA/Seton Hall Study Program
The United Nations Intensive Summer Study Program, designed for graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and mid-career professionals, immerses participants in the political dynamics of the United Nations. This week-long program familiarizes students with the inner workings of the UN by bringing them together with distinguished practitioners working in the field of multilateral diplomacy. Participants attend official sessions at UN Headquarters, such as meetings of the Security Council, as well as briefings at the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) and the United Nations Foundation. Learn more…
UN News Centre
Breaking news from the UN News Service. Access here…