Welcome to the United Nations Association of Australia ACT.
Our purpose is to support the mission of the United Nations through advocacy, raising awareness and education.
In Canberra we have the distinct advantage of being able to draw on the presence of the international diplomatic community, the Parliament, the departments and agencies responsible for Australia’s foreign policy and programs, representatives of UN agencies, as well as numerous UN delegations and officials that visit the city.
We hope that you will join our mission to inform, inspire and engage.
The UN remains the one place on Earth where all the world’s nations can come together, discuss common problems, and find shared solutions that benefit all of humanity.
It is my pleasure to represent the UNAA, ACT Division from the City of Canberra alongside my colleagues and peers of the UNAA Executive Committee.
The ACT Division hosts thought-provoking leaders, speakers, and events across the full range of the UN’s programs, encompassing peace and security, human rights, sustainable development, and justice and the rule of law.
We promote to enhance our UN message to inform, inspire and engage Australians on the work, goals, and values of the United Nations to create a safer, fairer, more sustainable world.
But above all, the UNAA in Canberra is about building and enhancing a community of like-minded people passionate about the UN and what Australia’s role should be in the ‘Parliament of the World’. We hope that you will join us, and contribute your interest, enthusiasm and your company.
Brian Gleeson
President
UNAA ACT Division
RECENT UNAA ACT NEWS
UNAA ACT 2023-24 Annual Report
Published Nov, 2024
International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, Nobel Peace Prize Winner
Thursday, June 20th
Join us for this online event on Thursday 20 June 2024 at 18:00 GMT+1000 (Australian Eastern Standard Time) to acknowledge the incredible achievements of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, winner of the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize. Let’s come together to learn more about this work and the importance of nuclear disarmament. Don’t miss this opportunity to be motivated and educated!
Reflections by Australian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN – SOLD OUT
Tuesday, May 21st
Hear from Mr. James Larsen the Australian Ambassador and Permanent Representative via webinar, LIVE from New York, 21 May from 8:45am.
National UNAA Annual Report 2022/23
Thursday, February 1st
United Nations Association of Australia Annual Report
Annual General Meeting and 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.
UNAA ACT Annual Report 2022/23
Tuesday, November 21st
United Nations Association of Australia – ACT Annual Report
Global challenges around conflict and climate-driven mobility; rethinking how we respond to today’s 71 million internally displaced persons.
Wednesday, August 16th
Hear from Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General, Robert Piper via webinar, as he joined us live from Geneva.
Mr Robert Piper provided a thought-provoking talk that delved into the pressing global challenges surrounding conflict and climate-driven mobility.
World Refugee Day- Talk by Professor Peter Shergold AC
‘Displaced People: Global Challenge, Australian Response’
16th June 2023
We were fortunate to have Professor Peter Shergold AC, speak to us at the ACT Legislative Assembly on the critical topic of the international refugee challenge.
Thank you to Peter Cain MLA Member for Ginninderra for his venue sponsorship and ongoing support and you our UNAA members and guests who joined us for this very special hybrid event.
National Volunteer Week
15 May 2023
Every 7th person worldwide is a volunteer!
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
The 2023 National Multicultural Festival a success for UNAA ACT
18th February 2023
The National Multicultural Festival is an iconic event and is Australia’s largest celebration of cultural diversity with its more than 170 unique nationalities the fabric of our ACT community. The United Nations Association of Australia ACT presented an inviting touchpoint on the stand with key UN inspired information on the day.
UN World Soil Day 2022
View the full talk below.
