We, the United Nations Association (UNA Hawaii) are “Uniting the World with Aloha” to inspire individual action for the greater good and to create an environment of peace through dialogue thereby achieving the goals of the Charter of the United Nations
About us
The Oahu-based Chapter of United Nations Association, founded in 1968, is a grassroots membership organization dedicated to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations.
The national UNA-USA organization is working to accomplish its mission through its national network of Chapters, youth engagement, advocacy efforts, education programs, and public events.
Our Chapter is composed of intergenerational individuals who think globally and take action locally. “Youth empowerment, human rights, sustainable development, intergenerational activities, indigenous peoples rights, gender equality, and peace, are examples of areas where UNA Hawai‘i members engage in related local activities. Each UNA Hawai‘i member brings a unique talent and passion to the Chapter, which is supported, to assist in activities that align with the mission statement.”
Passionate Volunteers United to Advance the UN's Hawaii Mission
Our projects foster aims create a more peaceful world aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
UNA-USA Hawaii's Chapter has been tirelessly advocating for the United Nations' noble mission over the years.
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Spreading Peace and Hope with Sunflowers inspired by the sunflower's symbolism of peace. UNA-USA Hawaii has launched the "Sunflower Project" to promote unity and optimism across our islands.
Join us in planting the seeds of peace, one sunflower at a time!
By planting sunflower gardens and donating the cheerful blooms, we hope to foster connections, uplift spirits, and spread the aloha spirit.
UNA-USA Hawaii has partnered with thought leaders, ambassadors, and community organizations to promote meaningful civic engagement highlighting key global issues like human rights, sustainability, and peace.
UNA-USA Hawaii builds partnerships with influential leaders and groups to spread awareness of important global issues.
Celebrating 50th Anniversary (2018)!
Team
President: Joanne Tachibana
VP – Education: Joshua Cooper
Secretary: Yumi Saito
Co-Treasurers: Sally Okazaki
Board Members: Sophia Carba, Derek Tamura, R. Don Peel, Christopher Malano
Professionals Chair: C. Mokihana Maldonado
Advisory
Susan Chun-Oakland, retired State Senator;
Robert Skinner, UN Information Director, Washington D.C;
John Bickel, Model UN;
Ed Young, The Bahá’í Faith in Hawaiʻi
Serving Hawai‘i since 1968 as a partner and portal to world affairs.