Report from UNA-USA National Meeting in DC - June 2010 Meeting
Mel
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. 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
Cal
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
Karl
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
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.
December Meeting - Lako Tongun on Sudan & Darfur
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, 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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2010 Chapter Annual Meeting & Essay Contest Winners
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
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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
Meeting
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
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.
Resolution for Human Rights in
Kurdish-Populated Territories
Resolution written by Ardi Rashidi-Kalhur adopted at the 2009 UNA-USA National Convention.
Ardi's
Resolution