The UNA-USA Awards are an annual tradition to recognize chapters and individual members across the country who have provided support to the goals of the UN through UNA-USA that year. There are five different awards to capture the critical participation of members from all different groups. The UNA-USA Awards will be presented during a live, virtual ceremony as part of the InterGenerational Model UN program (IGMUN) on October 21st, 2022.
Detailed criteria for each category is available in the nomination form. Members may nominate in any category until the deadline of September 7!
The Arnold Goodman Award is presented by the UNA-USA National Council to recognize and encourage outstanding longtime volunteer leadership among the chapters and divisions of UNA-USA. The Award is a tribute to the late Arnold Goodman of Wisconsin who, by his example and service as chair of the then Council of Chapter and Division Presidents and in other capacities, set a standard of excellence and commitment to the work of UNA-USA.
The United Nations Association of the United States of America will be presenting the Campus Chapter of Excellence Award to honor outstanding campus chapters of UNA-USA that have actively participated in chapter projects and initiatives identified with the goals of UNA-USA. The Award recognizes campus chapters who exemplify excellence and commitment in the areas of service, education, and leadership.
The United Nations Association of the United States of America will be presenting the Community Chapter of Excellence Award to honor outstanding community chapters of UNA-USA that have actively participated in chapter projects and initiatives identified with the goals of UNA-USA. The Award recognizes community chapters who exemplify excellence and commitment in the areas of service, education, and leadership.
The Advocate of the Year Award is presented by the UNA-USA Advocacy Committee to honor an individual who has demonstrated a commitment and excellence in advocating for support of the United Nations on both the State and National level.
The Young Leader of the Year Award is presented by the UNA-USA Advocacy Committee to honor an individual who has demonstrated a commitment and excellence in advocating for support of the United Nations on both the State and National level.
