Dear Members and Supporters, In a year marked by immense domestic and global challenges, we remain inspired by your incredible work bridging global engagement with community involvement here in the National Capital Area.
The United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) community uniquely brings together people from different backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives who are united in building a better world. The world is rapidly changing, and our institutions struggle to keep pace. But if the past year has taught us anything, it’s that this community is resilient. From seeing the work of the human rights champions to opening a new world of global engagement for local students, you all have played a role in strengthening our mission and building the next generation of leaders.
UNA-NCA is uniquely positioned in the Nation’s Capital as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization open to all who care about our nation’s role in the United Nations. Our membership includes professionals and leaders working to strengthen the multilateral system. We are proud to have an intergenerational membership and bring the best of our foreign affairs community to engage and mentor younger generations. Through our programming, like Global Classrooms Model UN, the Young Professionals Program, and the Graduate Fellows Program, we support high school students, university students, and early-career professionals with the tools to become engaged global citizens.
Together, we connect the global with the local. Our members, across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, have come to count on UNA-NCA to deliver services that educate, encourage, and advocate for a strong United Nations.
Sincerely,
Paula Boland
President
Anne-Simmons-Benton
Chair, Board of Directors
