Report from UNA-USA National Meeting in DC - June 2010 Meeting

CP MUN Students 2010Mel Boynton, Ardi Rashidi, and Richard Harris gave their reports from the successfull meeting in Washington, with pros & cons on the merger of UNA-USA with the UN Foundation. Richard was given the outstanding volunteer award for his 30 years of service. Well Deserved, Richard!

Dr. Malika Kachani - May 2010 Meeting

Dr. Malika Kahani

Dr. Kahani, Professor of Veterinary Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences presented Zoonotic Disease Prevention in Developing Countries. 

Cal Poly Professor James Kim & MUN students - April 2010 Meeting

CP MUN Students 2010Cal Poly MUN students and their advisor Prof. James Kim reported on their attendance at NY National Model United Nations (MUN), and how they found the experience an inspiration, and life-changing event.

Global HIV/AIDs Pandemic
March Meeting

Karnfeld and HaushalterKarl Haushalter, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biology at Harvey Mudd spoke on “The Global HIV-AIDs Pandemic.” Harvey Mudd College student Hannah Kornfeld shared her experiences as a health clinic volunteer in South Africa.

Botswana & Mali - February Meeting

Debbie Logan, Safari and Lodge Expert from Botswana spoke on her experiences and travels in Africa.
“My Contemporary Experiences in Mali”

Democratic Republic of Congo - January Meeting

Jan 19 mtg

Pomona College Professor of Politics Pierre Englebert discusses the bleak Prospects for the Democratic Republic of Congo at the January 19th Chapter Meeting of PVUNA.

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December Meeting - Lako Tongun on Sudan & Darfur

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Lako Tongun

Assoc. Prof. Tongun of Pitzer College presented an informative program Dec. 16 on Sudan and Darfur including the history, current situation, UN involvement, and how the Obama Administration is dealing with the crisis. He urges concerned citizens to visit the Save Darfur website to learn how you can help.

Dean McHenry led discussion on activisim at November 2009 meeting

Dean McHenry
Dean McHenry, Jr.

Dean McHenry, Jr. presented a talk/discussion on “Taking Action in Support of the UN” using the examples of Global Warming an the Removal of Landmines.” He invited audience participation to suggest solutions to effect policy changes.

Celebration Video

YouTube video Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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Upcoming Programs

Chapter Meetings are held at Porter Hall, Pilgrim Place
601 Mayflower, one block West of Indian Hill, at the end of 6th St. in Claremont, CA.

Tuesday, September 21 at 5:30 PM - Chapter Meeting Claremont

Chapter Meeting - Andrew Winnick, “Israeli/Palestinian Prospects:
A Two State
Solution” Treats will be served.

Sat, April 17 - Earth Day Celebration - Downtown Claremont

Earth Day 2010UNA Pomona Valley Chapter had a "Sustainable Claremont" booth in Claremont's 2010 Earth Day Celebration.

This year’s event featured vendor/exhibitor areas focused on local “green” businesses; energy efficiency companies; “green” transportation, non-profit organizations; Claremont schools; and, new this year, wellness oriented businesses that nurture our mind, body and soul. The event was a great opportunity to reach a wide audience that is ready to bring sustainable practices to their homes, businesses and schools.

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2010 Chapter Annual Meeting & Essay Contest Winners

Annual Meeting
Margaret Gallagher 2nd place, Johnny Huynh 1st place, and Chetana Srinivas 3rd place in the 2010 Pomona Valley UNA-USA High School Essay Contest on January 24, 2010. They are joined by family members, Chapter Co-Presidents Katie Gerecke and Richard Harris, Chapter Treasurer Emily Burch, SoCal UNA-USA Division President Mel Boynton, and National UNA-USA Board Member Ardi Rashidi.

More Photos of Annual Meeting - More Photos & Winning Essays

UNA-USA Supports Haiti Quake Victims

As concerned citizens and UNA-USA members, we all want to help the victims of the earthquakes in Haiti and Chile. We can give immediate help through UNICEF's and the UN's World Food Program.

Please join me in donating to help to the victims.  


Mel Boynton, President
SoCal UNA-USA

Pomona Valley in Leadership at National Convention June 12-14

Boynton and Miller 2009 Convention
Mel Boynton and Tom Miller, UNA-USA President
From left: Mel Boynton, Ardi Rashidi, Richard Harris, and Yaohe Li

Our chapter was highly visible at the three-day 2009 UNA-USA National Convention in Washington, D.C.  Four delegates included Chapter President and CCD Board Member Mel Boynton, CCD Regional Representative Ardishir Rashidi, Vice President Richard Harris, and Graduate Student Intern Yaohe Li.  “It was exciting to meet the new UNA-USA President Thomas Miller, pass our chapter's resolution regarding Kurdish Human Rights, share the excitement of new support for the UN from Washington, and work with our colleagues from around the country” said Mel.

Remarkably, our modest-size chapter is know around the country for good programs, advocacy, and education.  Two Pomona Valley members, Ardi and Mel, sit on the Council of Chapters and Divisions (CCD) national board.  Mel said, “The Obama Administration’s constructive support for the UN gives us a new opportunity to advocate for multilateralism and cooperation to solve big economic, health, climate, and human rights challenges.  What a great time to get involved in UNA-USA.”

VIEW THE SLIDESHOW - 2009 National Convention Report

Pomona Valley Board Plans for Success

Retreat April 09Meeting in April 2009, a majority of the PVUNA board of directors turned out for a good planning session for the coming year.

Our budget, action plan, membership growth, and upcoming programs were focal points of the gathering. PVUNA President Mel Boynton said, "We've got a talented group of people serving the chapter.  There's never been a better time to be active in supporting the United Nations." Action Plan for 2009-2010 

Salute to Richard

Richard Harris

Our friend Rev. Richard Harris brings continuing passion, energy, and creativity to the UNA-USA.  Now in his 31st year as a UNA-USA leader, we are proud to share his amazing story.

Read the Tribute to Richard

 


Resolution for Human Rights in
Kurdish-Populated Territories

Resolution written by Ardi Rashidi-Kalhur adopted at the 2009 UNA-USA National Convention.

pdf Ardi's Resolution

pdf All adopted resolutions