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SUMMARY:UNA Central AGM
DESCRIPTION:The Annual General Meeting of the United Nations Association Central Region will be at 7pm on Thursday 23 November 2023. \nThe Agenda will be published nearer the date. \nClick here to join the Zoom conference.
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/una-central-agm/
CATEGORIES:AGM,Central Region
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
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SUMMARY:Sports Positive Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Global sport is already facing major disruption from the climate crisis\, and it will worsen in the coming decades. \nNo sport will be exempt from these impacts\, and the time to act is now. \nCrucial early adopters have been working towards sport having a lower environmental footprint for decades\, but a critical mass of sport properties globally are getting behind this effort right now thanks to the UN Sports For Climate Action and other key initiatives. Sport has never been in a more powerful position to harness the zeitgeist to drive change that will safeguard its future\, positively impact the world for generations to come\, and evolve the sports business model towards a more sustainable economic foundation. \nAttendees will\n\nHear from leaders in the global Sport x Sustainability space\, to inspire them to increase action and ambition with new ideas\nHear from peers and experts to discuss ideas with global colleagues and improve their organisational models to help the planet and the business\nGet the roadmaps to some of the biggest issues they are facing right now.\nNetwork with people who join in person\, as well as connecting with virtual attendees; chat informally during networking meeting; and use an app to find likeminded people and book meetings.\n\nSports Positive Summit 2023 will once again be livestreamed for those who wish to join remotely. \nMore information at sportpositivesummit.com
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/sports-positive-summit-2023/
LOCATION:The Oval\, London SE11 5SS\, The Oval\, London\, SE11 5SS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Sport
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SUMMARY:Deadline to apply to attend 43rd WFUNA Plenary Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Each year the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) hosts a plenary assembly\, bringing together UNAs to engage in a series of workshops\, training sessions\, meetings and discussions. It is an opportunity to connect with fellow UNA representatives and gain valuable experience and skillsets. \nThe 43rd WFUNA Plenary Assembly will take place in Tbilisi\, Georgia on 7 – 10 November 2023. Hosted by UNA-Georgia\, this dynamic conference will host representatives from UNA’s across the globe. \nUNA-UK has some spaces available for delegates to attend\, and would like to open it up to our network of Members and Supporters. \nClick here for details on how to apply. Applications must be submitted by 23:59 on Sunday 1st of October. \nPlease note that there is no funding available for delegates; by submitting an application you are agreeing to take on all costs associated with the assembly and travel. \nUNA-UK looks forward to receiving and reviewing your applications. They will be in touch with successful applicants the week commencing 9th of October.
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/deadline-to-apply-to-attend-43rd-wfuna-plenary-assembly/
CATEGORIES:UNA-UK
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T121500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T140000
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SUMMARY:International Migration - World in Crises
DESCRIPTION:On 30 September\, Warwick District UN Association will host Jonas Kaufmann from Essex University who will address the meeting on the current issues relating to \nInternational Migration – World in Crises\nMigration has become such a toxic issue within the UK and Europe with each nation vying to protect their borders from a large influx of migrants by either introducing draconian measures or by legislation e.g. The UK`s Illegal Migration Bill has become law and this legislation is central to the UK government`s pledge to stop small boats crossing the English Channel. The number of boats carrying migrants from North Africa across the Mediterranean is growing fast – but Europe is struggling to come to terms with this mass movement of people. Tunisia in North Africa is now the launch pad for the majority of migrants who take the risk-laden journey across the Mediterranean Sea. \nThe patterns of the flow of people between countries are widely influenced by international economic\, political and cultural interrelations. International economic disparities\, poverty and environmental degradation\, combined with the absence of peace and security and human rights violations are all factors affecting international migration. \nThe meeting will take place on Saturday 30 September 2023 from 12:15 pm to 2 pm (meeting starts at 12:30 prompt) at Leamington Spa Baptist Church (Warwick Hall)\, Chandos Street\, CV32 4RN. \nThis is a Hybrid meeting both on-line and in-person. Please feel free to bring your own lunches. Tea/coffee/biscuits will be provided. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81206953951?pwd=aWVZYnhKTVdLK3VYcnF2SkRYdUhtQT09 \nMeeting ID: 812 0695 3951\nPasscode: 204554 \nGuest Speaker: Jonas Kaufmann\, Research Academic\, University of Essex and University of Oxford \nJonas is currently pursuing his PhD at the Institute for Social and Economic Research at the University of Essex and working as a Researcher at the Department of International Development at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on the integration of minorities and immigrants in Western Europe. He previously worked in research positions at the EU Asylum Agency\, the Refugee Studies Centre in Oxford\, as well as at a public policy consultancy. Before embarking on his research career\, Jonas worked as a Legal Adviser to refugees and asylum seekers at NGOs in Egypt and Switzerland.
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/international-migration-world-in-crises/
LOCATION:Leamington Spa Baptist Church\, Chandos Street\, Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32 4RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Migration,Presentation,Warwick
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230906T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230906T203000
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SUMMARY:Here I Stand: Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:On 6 September\, Embrace the Middle East will present an event exploring reconciliation and hope for the Middle East. \nThe speakers will be: \n\nMost Revd Justin Welby\, Archbishop of Canterbury\nRevd Su McClellan\, Embrace the Middle East\nDaniel Munayer\, Executive Director of Musalaha\n\nThis will be followed by discussion with an expert panel and rounded off with a reception open to all. \nThe event will be held in St Martin-in-the-Fields and will be available online. \nHow to book\nTo book a ticket either click here or call St Martin-in-the-Fields’ box office on 020 7766 1100. \nMost Revd Justin Welby\nHe was ordained in 1992 after an 11-year career in the oil industry. In 2002 he became Canon of Coventry Cathedral\, where he jointly led its international reconciliation work. During this time he worked extensively in Africa and the Middle East. He has had a passion for reconciliation and peacemaking ever since. He has served as Dean of Liverpool Cathedral and Bishop of Durham\, and is the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury. His priorities are the renewal of prayer and the religious life\, reconciliation\, and evangelism and witness. He continues to make visits all around the Anglican Communion\, particularly to encourage Anglicans in places of conflict who are pursuing peace and reconciliation. \nSu McClellan\nSu leads Embrace the Middle East’s work with churches of all denominations across the UK to foster an understanding of the complexities of life in the Middle East. She has a particular interest in Israel and Palestine and regularly leads pilgrimages\, study tours and volunteering trips to the region. She is also the curate at Coventry Cathedral\, whose ministry of reconciliation is increasingly informing her work at Embrace. \nEmbrace the Middle East works to tackle poverty and injustice in the Middle East. Where there is a need – for refuge\, a home\, for health care\, for education\, for justice and human rights – Embrace and its partners\, respond. They currently work in Egypt\, Iraq\, Israel/Palestine\, Lebanon and Syria\, supporting over 50 health\, education and community projects\, which bring vital services to those at risk of marginalisation and exclusion. \nDaniel Munayer\nDaniel is the Executive Director of Musalaha\, an organisation that teaches and facilitates reconciliation mainly between Israelis and Palestinians from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds. Born and raised in Jerusalem\, Daniel is both Palestinian and British\, with an Israeli passport. Daniel is the co-founder of Lighthouse Relief – a response to the influx of refugees in Greece – and has also worked with the Danish Refugee Council and Nonviolent Peaceforce in Greece and Iraq. Daniel is the only Palestinian ever to be invited personally to address the UN Security Council in New York. \n  \n 
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/here-i-stand-reconciliation/
LOCATION:St-Martin-in-the-Fields\, Trafalgar Square\, London\, WC2N 4JJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lecture
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SUMMARY:Has the UN and the International Community abandoned Burma ( Myanmar) and its people?
DESCRIPTION:On 8 July Warwick District UN Association are honoured to host Zoya Phan\, Programme Director at Burma Campaign UK\, who will discuss \nHas the UN and the International Community abandoned Burma ( Myanmar) and its people?\nZoya Phan is one of Burma’s leading democracy activists in Europe working to promote human rights\, democracy and development in Burma. She has met twice with former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown\, the leader of the UK Conservative Party and later Prime Minister David Cameron\, and other senior politicians from around the world. She is regularly featured in international media including BBC and Al Jazeera. She is also Programme Director for Advance Myanmar\, working to empower grassroots organisations\, and provide assistance for activists and displaced civilians in Burma. \nShe is a director of Phan Foundation\, which aims to preserve Karen culture\, promote human rights\, fight poverty and provide education for Karen people. She is on the board of the European Karen Network. She is recognised as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. She is also a fellow of TED Global\, Rising Talent for Women’s Forum\, and a member of Young Professionals Network of the UN Association of the UK (UNA-UK). Her autobiography is published as ‘Undaunted’ in the USA and ‘Little Daughter’ in the rest of the world. \nBurma Campaign UK works for human rights\, democracy and development in Burma. It is one of the leading Burma campaign organisations in the world and plays a leading role in raising awareness about the situation in Burma\, and pressuring the international community to take action in support of the people of Burma. \nThe Burma Campaign UK is the world’s leading organisation dedicated to campaigning for freedom and democracy in Burma. \nThe meeting will take place at Leamington Spa Baptist Church (Warwick Hall)\, Chandos Street\, CV32 4RN from 12:15 pm to 1:45 pm. \nThis is a Hybrid meeting (both in-person and Zoom). Click here to open the Zoom meeting. \nPlease feel free to bring your own lunches. Tea/coffee/biscuits will be provided. \nHall open 12:00 pm\nZoom opens 12:15 pm\nMeeting start prompt 12:30 pm (including Q & A session)\nMeeting finishes at 1:45 pm
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/has-the-un-and-the-international-community-abandoned-burma-myanmar-and-its-people/
LOCATION:Leamington Spa Baptist Church\, Chandos Street\, Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32 4RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Myanmar,Video Conference,Warwick
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SUMMARY:International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2023
DESCRIPTION:Scoring for People and the Planet\nThe International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP)\, which takes place annually on 6 April\, presents an opportunity to recognize the positive role sport and physical activity play in communities and in people’s lives across the globe. \nSport has the power to change the world; it is a fundamental right and a powerful tool to strengthen social ties and promote sustainable development and peace\, as well as solidarity and respect for all. The day presents an opportunity to recognize the positive role sport and physical activity play in communities and in people’s lives across the globe. \nThe global theme for the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2023 is “Scoring for People and the Planet”. As in previous years\, this overarching theme allows for IDSDP activities to broadly focus around the impact and influence of sport on sustainable development and peace. \nFrom empowering women and girls\, young people\, persons with disabilities\, and other marginalized groups to advancing health\, sustainability\, and education objectives\, sport offers tremendous potential for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and for promoting peace and human rights. The United Nations has long recognized the power and universality of sport\, using it to unite individuals and groups through supporting sport for development efforts\, participating in events from the global to the grassroots level\, and developing its own sports-related campaigns and initiatives. \nMore information at https://www.un.org/en/observances/sport-day and at https://social.desa.un.org/issues/sport-for-development-and-peace/international-day-of-sports-for-development-and-peace \nThe day is promoted by United Nations Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD).
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/international-day-of-sport-for-development-and-peace-2023/
CATEGORIES:International Days,Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230401T100000
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SUMMARY:UNA-UK Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join UNA-UK members\, supporters\, staff and trustees for a dynamic discussion on important topics affecting the global community. \nAttend the event live in London or online. \nRegister here by 12 noon on 17th March to attend\nVenue\nThe Conference Hall\nResource for London\,\n356 Holloway Road\,\nLondon N7 6PA \nAbout the Conference\nOrganised by UNA-UK’s Conference Committee\, the all-day event is an accessible forum for a member- and supporter-led discussion on United Nations international topics. \nA selection of topics submitted by participants will be presented\, debated and discussed throughout the day. If there is a particular topic you would like to discuss\, please see instructions on how to make a submission below. \nThere will also be an opportunity to meet UNA-UK staff\, including the new CEO Marissa Conway. \nHow to Join\nYou can join in-person or online. Please ensure you select the correct ticket type to let us know whether you will be joining in-person or online. \nA digital ticket to attend the conference\, whether in-person or online\, costs £5 per person. \nRegister here by 12 noon on 17th March to attend. \nRefreshments\nIn order to keep ticket prices low\, there will only be light refreshments provided. Please bring your own food – lunch and snacks – for the day. There are shops\, cafes and restaurants close to the venue\, and there will be a short break for lunch if you wish to purchase refreshments. \nHow to submit a topic for discussion\nIf there is a topic you would like to present\, debate and discuss at the conference\, please submit a 100-word proposal by 12 noon on Friday 24th February 2023. \nPlease send your submission to info@una.org.uk\, with ‘Annual Conference Topic Submission’ as the email subject line. \nThe conference committee will then select the most topics receiving the most support for discussion. Those who have submitted a topic selected for discussion will be emailed and asked to provide presentation notes to be circulated to the rest of the conference attendees. \nOnly submissions made by those registered to attend the conference will be accepted.
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/una-uk-annual-conference/
LOCATION:The Conference Hall Resource for London\, 356 Holloway Road\, London\, N7 6PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,UNA-UK
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230225T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T140000
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SUMMARY:Has the UN Security Council failed?
DESCRIPTION:On 25 February Warwick District UN Association will host a hybrid meeting featuring a talk by Mr Samuel Jarvis entitled \nHas the UN Security Council failed in its role of fulfilling its primary responsibility for peace and security? \nThe event will be held online and live at Warwick Room\, Leamington Spa Baptist Church\, Chandos Street\, Leamington Spa CV32 4RN. \nFormat of the meeting : \n12:15 pm – 12:30 pm – Zoom opens for social chat. Tea/coffee/biscuits will be available. Attendees may want to bring their own lunch.\n12:30 pm – Prompt start of meeting and introduction etc.\n12:30 – 1:15/30 – Samuel will address meeting\n1:15 pm – 1:45 pm – Q & A Session from the floor.\nClear up and leave building by 2:00 pm. \nJoin Zoom Meeting by following this link or use the meeting ID: 865 9358 6379 and Passcode: 109311 \nSamuel Jarvis\nHe is a Lecturer in International Relations at York St John University and has previously worked as a Research Fellow at the University of Leeds and as a Teaching Fellow at the University of Southampton. He is author of “The Limits of Common Humanity: Motivating the Responsibility to Protect in a Changing Global Order” published by McGill Queen’s University Press in 2022. His latest research focuses on the political dynamics of the UN Security Council and in particular\, the evolution of the UN Security Council’s response to new and emerging threats to international peace and security. \nHe has previously worked on a British Academy funded project that explored the UK’s role and reputation as a permanent member of the UN Security Council after the decision to leave the European Union. The project examined how the UK’s status and diplomacy as a permanent member were perceived by other members of the UN Security Council. This research fed into broader debates concerning the UK’s role in peacekeeping\, international development and international security\, following the decision to leave the EU. He co-authored the report “Global Britain in the United Nations” which was launched in Westminster by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the United Nations and was covered by media outlets including the Guardian and the Economist. \nSamuel will speak on the current challenges facing the UN Security Council in light of one of its permanent members invading Ukraine and the fallout from the on-going conflict. What effect has this had on the authority of the Council and its deliberations? Has Russia`s actions in Ukraine further weakened the Council – given the fact that it has always received very poor publicity because of its veto power? How is the role of the UN perceived in the current international climate – has it any legitimacy or influence in resolving ongoing issues e.g in Yemen\, Mali\, DRC\, Syria\, Sudan and Ethiopia? Has the international community\, especially the UN failed to bring about just peace and security in these areas of conflict? In response to these key questions\, Samuel will take stock of the Council’s overall performance in 2022 and reflect on the key challenges the Security Council faces in the coming months.
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/has-the-un-security-council-failed/
LOCATION:Leamington Spa Baptist Church\, Chandos Street\, Leamington Spa\, Warwickshire\, CV32 4RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230224T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230224T123000
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SUMMARY:Rally & vigil in support of Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:UNA Shropshire will be running a rally in support of Ukraine and Shropshire-based refugees from 10:30 – 12:30 on 24 February 2023 in the presence of Shropshire’s Lord Lieutenant Anna Turner. There will be a one minute silent vigil at 11:00. The rally will include a visual display and a survey asking people ‘Should the Russian Federation be suspended from the UN ? ‘ \nIt will be held in the main Church Stretton Car Park\, across the road from the Coop store\, Easthope Road\, Church Stretton\, Shropshire\, SY6 6BL \nDavid Oliver\, President of United Nations Association Shropshire\, said: “365 days of intensive\, deadly\, destructive and destabilising aggression against the sovereign territory and people of Ukraine by the Putin driven Russian Federation must end. The more free world must commit all that is necessary to secure a just peace which gives no ground to the aggressor. We shall welcome all in support of a just peace and especially our King’s representative\, Shropshire’s Lord Lieutenant Anna Turner.” \nJohn Crowe\, Coordinator of UNA Shropshire said “As most people appreciate\, this war will end sometime but a just peace must be secured soonest. The human costs in so very many lost\, wasted lives\, bereft families\, a ocean of displaced humans\, and vast community devastation demands an end to this violent aggression. \n“Alongside the enormity of the human costs across Ukraine\, the destruction to the pacific ‘world order’ and ‘international normality’ stalks all our futures in too may theatres. An audit of the UN’s 77 years would show some success in conflict avoidance and peace settlements yet also\, way too much failure which darkens our news feeds almost constantly. I should say ‘The UN delivers in part but\, nowhere near good enough because the UN charter’s first obligation to maintain peace and security is found to be wanting – repeatedly in Ukraine right now and elsewhere too’. This realisation gives rise to people asking if the UN should be reformed or replaced ? \n“Our present concentration must be to secure end to this war in Europe and support all those impacted. Our history is being written each day !” \nFurther information: John Crowe\, 07851 760443\, unashropshire.org.uk
URL:https://unacentral.uk/event/rally-in-support-of-ukraine/
LOCATION:Church Stretton Car Park\, Easthope Road\, Church Stretton\, Shropshire\, SY6 6BL
CATEGORIES:Rally,Shropshire,Ukraine,Vigil
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