GMU UNICEF EVENTS
General Body Meeting
October 19, 2017
Thursday October 19th at 7:30 pm, Robinson Hall A245
Come sip some tea and listen to representatives from FACETS, a non-profit organization that works towards helping parents, their children and individuals who suffer the effects of poverty in Fairfax County, come speak to us about their organization and how we can get involved. As an organization, we will be partnering with them throughout the semester! Additionally, join us in learning more about our agenda and other upcoming events/service projects.
Can't wait to see you all there!
YardFest
October 15, 2017
GMU UNICEF will be represented at Yard Fest at SUB I Quad, the largest open house event for the Fall semester hosted by the Office of Admissions. We highly encourage members to stop by and represent UNICEF for possible incoming freshmen. Sign up for a shift here: https://www.when2meet.com/?6406680-K8P1h
You also will the chance to earn a point! Can't wait to see you all there!
Service Project: Food For All DC
October 21, 2017
GMU UNICEF will be volunteering at Food for All DC, a nonprofit organization aimed at providing home grocery delivery for those not mobile enough to make it to other organizations for assistance. Volunteers are asked to show up at 8:50 AM on Saturday, October 21st to bag groceries for the organization's clients. Those with cars are assigned routes to deliver the groceries to those in need.
Address: 1810 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Can't wait to see you all there!
Trick or Treat for UNICEF
October 23, 2017
Join GMU UNICEF in our all month long contribution to raising money for children!
First, get your little orange box. Second, go trick or treating for UNICEF on October 31st. Third, send the donations to UNICEF to help kids in need. We will have a kiosk in the Johnson Center to raise funds on October 23rd, 24th and November 1st.
October 23rd: 11 AM to 2 PM
October 24th: 10 AM to 11:30 AM
November 1st: 11 AM to 2 PM
Nations Unraveled: Untold Stories Across Continents
October 30, 2017
Join us on October 30th at North Plaza from 1 pm to 5 pm for our Launch Event, Nations Unraveled: Untold Stories Across Continents!!
The purpose of the event is to highlight a conflict afflicted nation from a wide variety of regions in the world, and spotlight the history of the people, the culture, the food, the educational contributions, and people of that particular nation in order to illuminate a narrative about the identity of people who are from that origin, which is often lost within newscasts about war and victimhood.
We have various tables where people would showcase art/history/food/culture from their region of representation, and talk about what the country was like prior to the conflict, how they envision the country now and what a bright future may look like ahead.
We believe everyone has a story to tell and this is an opportunity for people to share what makes them special and empower individuals to be proud of their heritage beyond the war/conflict that their country of heritage/or current nation may be marred by.
Partners: Patriots for Peace, ZETA, North Korean Freedom Organization, Gamma Phi Beta, Saudi Student Association, Indian Student Association, Eritrean, Ethiopian Student Association, SCHAR, GLOA Department, Roosevelt Institute, and Nepalese Student Association
OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
Other ways to get involved:
GMU Women's Leadership Conference
November 03, 2017
Women and Gender Studies, GMU Honors College, and Roosevelt at Mason will be hosting the GMU Women's Leadership Conference on November 3rd, located in the MIX Space (Old Fenwick) from 10 AM to 2 PM. The purpose of this event is to think critically about how Mason can encourage women to take on leadership roles, to expose students to successful women, and to provide trainings that support women at Mason to become leaders on and off campus.
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Sign up at: https://goo.gl/forms/MRuhsLEyO4u9gxCK2
Diversity Abroad Innovation Competition
October 15, 2017
The Diversity Abroad Innovation Competition, sponsored by CAPA, brings together professionals and students with creative and outstanding ideas and programs that advance diversity and inclusive excellence in global education. Both students and professionals are eligible to participate in the Innovation Competition. The proposal submission process is open until October 15, 2017.
The Women Deliver Young Leaders Program
As a leading global advocate for the health, rights, and wellbeing of girls and women, Women Deliver brings together diverse voices and interests to drive progress for gender equality, with a particular focus on maternal, sexual, and reproductive health and rights. We build capacity, share solutions, and forge partnerships, together creating coalitions, communication, and action that spark political commitment and investment in girls and women.
Women Deliver’s Young Leaders Program trains, elevates, and empowers youth advocates to catalyze action for gender equality, including the sexual and reproductive health and rights of girls, women, and young people. Started in 2010, the award-winning Women Deliver Young Leaders Program is comprised of 400 youth advocates from more than 100 countries, with 300 more scheduled to join in early 2018.
The deadline to apply is 13 October 2017 at 11:59pm EST. Selected applicants will be notified in December 2017.
Princeton in Africa Fellowship
October 29, 2017
Princeton in Africa is a yearlong fellowship program that sends recent graduates and young professionals to work in various sectors across the African continent. Young alumni and graduating seniors from any college or university accredited in the United States are eligible to apply. Prior experience in Africa is not a prerequisite.
2018 Global Classrooms International Model United Nations Conferences
October 23, 2017
The annual Global Classrooms Model United Nations Conferences bring together more than 3,500 high school and middle school students from around the world to discuss diverse and pressing international issues at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The Lebanese American University (LAU), in partnership with UNA-USA, is organizing the prestigious international Model UN Conferences in New York City in March and May 2018.
If you are interested in submitting your application to staff one or both of the conferences, please visit gcimun.org and check ‘Join Our Team’ in order to view the Senior Secretariat Application, the Secretariat Application, and the Conference roles and responsibilities. Deadline to apply: October 23, 2017. Please note that the Secretariat are ensured accommodation at the Grand Hyatt on behalf of GCI Model UN Conferences. If you are shortlisted, you will be interviewed in November. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact ghina.harb@lau.edu.lb.
UNICEF USA Annual Summit: Washington D.C.
The UNICEF USA Annual Summit brings together UNICEF's top supporters, partners and student leaders to learn more about UNICEF's top priorities and use your powerful voice to take action on Capitol Hill on behalf of the world's children.
Student Summit:
Saturday, March 10 and Sunday March 11, 2018
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
Attire: Casual
Pricing/Registration: $50 per student
General Session:
Monday, March 12, 2018
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
Attire: Business
Pricing/Registration: There is no fee to register. Space is limited.
Advocacy Day:
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Capitol Hill
Attire: Business
Pricing/Registration: There is no fee to register. Space is limited.
Notable Participants: To be announced
Registration Instructions: Stay tuned
Stand Up for Someone's Rights Campaign
UNA-USA and the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) have partnered to promote the new “Stand Up for Someone’s Rights” campaign in 2017-2018. The goal of the partnership is to empower a new generation of people in the U.S. to creatively amplify what they do in their daily lives to defend human rights as well engage their decision makers on human rights.
The “Stand Up for Someone’s Rights” campaign is inspired by former First Lady and UNA-USA trailblazer Eleanor Roosevelt and her famous observation: “Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home.” Launched by the UN Human Rights Office, the campaign is a reminder that human rights “start with each of us” and our communities standing together against intolerance, injustice, and discrimination. At its heart “Stand Up” seeks to raise awareness about the essential role of human rights in people’s everyday lives, and encourages people to support the human rights of others, in their communities and with their decision makers. In doing so, says the UN Human Rights Office, “local actions can add up to a global movement.”
Action of the Month: Advocate with Congress to put Children First
We invite you to advocate for the world's children. We need your help to reach the policymakers in Washington on matters that affect the survival, protection, and development of children everywhere.
With the 115th Congress in session and President Trump’s Administration up and running in Washington, we are working to get the U.S. Government to put children first in their actions! As the funding for UNICEF in Fiscal Year 2018 is being decided, and bills are introduced or reintroduced in Congress, visit this page for recommendations on detailed ways to take action.
While we look ahead to Fiscal Year 2018, we are excited that the U.S. Government’s contribution to UNICEF for Fiscal Year 2017 has been maintained at the $132.5 million level. This victory serves as a wonderful confirmation that our advocacy efforts across the country CAN make a difference! You can take this moment to show appreciation towards your Members of Congress for maintaining the funding for UNICEF this year. Send a tweet to thank them for putting #childrenfirst!
Want to do more? Sign a petition or send a letter to your Senators or Representative on global children's issues advanced by UNICEF. To deepen your involvement as an effective advocate for UNICEF, consider joining a Congressional Action Team.
Much will be at stake for the children we seek to serve and we encourage your advocacy.
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