PAST EVENTS

Annual General Meeting & The Honourable Mitch Fifield speaking on the topic: ‘The United Nations in an Age of Increasing Global Tensions.’

Tuesday, October 17th

Hear from former ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Hon Mitch Fifield.

With Mitch’s vast expertise in international affairs he speaks on the pressing issues of today, exploring the complexities surrounding increased tensions, the
importance of global relations, and the Australian response and
policy.

Global challenges around conflict and climate-driven mobility.

Rethinking how we respond to today’s 71 million internally displaced persons.

Wednesday, August 16th – Live from Geneva.

Our recent event featuring Robert Piper was a resounding success. Hearing from him, with his vast experience in the United Nations and humanitarian work, was truly inspiring. It highlighted the importance of our mission to promote the UN’s values and principles here in the ACT.

The Relevance of the United Nations Today Talk

27th March 2023 – ACT Legislative Assembly

UNAA ACT was delighted to host Professor John Langmore AM, University of Melbourne, former Director of United Nations New York and former member of the House of Representatives. We commend his research and conviction for for peacebuilding globally. Sustainable peace is one of the essential conditions for global security and wellbeing. John’s speech ‘The Relevance of the United Nations Today’ can be found here. Relevance of the UN – UNAA 27March23

United Nations World Soil Day 2022.

A truly inspirational and knowledge filled evening shared with United Nations Association of Australia ACT members and guests regarding the critical importance of soil…”not dirt”, recognising the United Nations World Soil Day 2022.

The Honourable Penelope Wensley AC, our distinguished guest speaker provided a deductive explanation of soil and the collective responsibility to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030, engaging her role as Australia’s National Soil Advocate.