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Strategic Leader in Global Diplomacy Community Courtney B. Smith Appointed Dean of School of Diplomacy and International Relations at Seton Hall University

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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SOUTH ORANGE, N.J., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Seton Hall University is pleased to announce that Courtney B. Smith , Ph.D. acting dean of the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, has been appointed to the role of Dean.

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  • SOUTH ORANGE, N.J., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Seton Hall University is pleased to announce that Courtney B. Smith , Ph.D. acting dean of the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, has been appointed to the role of Dean.
  • In making the announcement, Dr. Katia Passerini, Provost and Executive Vice President, said, "Dean Smith is a strategic leader with a sterling reputation among colleagues here and in the global diplomacy community.
  • I am confident his vision for the school and tireless work ethic will advance diplomacy and international relations at Seton Hall to new heights."
  • '91, said of the appointment, "Dean Smith shepherded the school and University through several transitions.

LABA International Art Festival Finalists Announced during the LABA International Art Festival Icon Charity Awards Ceremony

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Los Angeles Beverly Arts ("LABA") and the LABA Los Angeles International Art Festival ("LABA Art Festival") announced the festival's finalist during the Art Festival's Icon Charity Award ("Icon Charity Award") ceremony last night on September 29th at the Four Seasons Hotel.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Los Angeles Beverly Arts ("LABA") and the LABA Los Angeles International Art Festival ("LABA Art Festival") announced the festival's finalist during the Art Festival's Icon Charity Award ("Icon Charity Award") ceremony last night on September 29th at the Four Seasons Hotel.
  • Founding Chairman of the LABA Art Festival, Joey Zhou and Harrison Engle, a LABA International Art Festival Juror, jointly announced 150 finalists from 27 countries for "LABA's Most Influential Artists in the World."
  • This year's Icon Charity Award winners are high-ranking artists from the international art world and influential figures in art management.
  • For more information about Los Angeles Beverly Arts (LABA) and the LABA Los Angeles International Art Festival, visit https://www.thebeverlyarts.com/ .

United Nations Association of the USA Announces 10th Youth Observer to the UN

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today that Ms. Cynthia Yue, a Tennessee native and rising senior at the George Washington University, has been selected as the 2021-2022 UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today that Ms. Cynthia Yue, a Tennessee native and rising senior at the George Washington University, has been selected as the 2021-2022 UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.
  • In this role, Yue will engage young Americans in the work of the United Nations and amplify their voices at UN events during her one-year term.
  • Learn more about UNA-USA's Youth Observer program, and follow Cynthia as she begins her term as the UNA-USA Youth Observer on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .
  • The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) is a grassroots movement of Americans who support the vital work of the United Nations in U.S. communities, colleges, and Congress.

U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Kerry, UN Secretary-General Guterres to Mark Reentry into Paris Agreement During UNA-USA's Global Engagement Summit

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021
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The event is on-the-record, but please note that there will be no media avail.

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  • The event is on-the-record, but please note that there will be no media avail.
  • ADDITIONAL INFO: UNA-USA's Global Engagement Summit will bring together high-level UN speakers, U.S. government officials, and global activists for two days of virtual sessions that delve into the mission and work of the United Nations.
  • For a full agenda and list of speakers, visit: https://bit.ly/GES_2021
    The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) is a grassroots movement of Americans who support the vital work of the United Nations in U.S. communities, colleges, and Congress.
  • For more than 75 years, UNA-USA and its national network of 20,000 members and 200 Chapters have promoted strong U.S. leadership at the UN through advocacy campaigns, youth engagement, outreach programs, and public events.

Quality Education Advocate Named 2020-2021 UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations

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Monday, August 3, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today Mr. Dustin Liu as the ninth annual UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today Mr. Dustin Liu as the ninth annual UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.
  • "As Youth Observer, I hope to build and engage youths in opportunities that support their identity as global change-makers," said Liu.
  • UNA-USA's Youth Observer to the United Nations program launched in 2012 to increase youth engagement in global affairs.
  • Learn more about UNA-USA's Youth Observer program, and follow the UNA-USA Youth Observer on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .

Americans From All 50 States Submit Feedback to Help the UN Set Priorities Ahead of UN General Assembly Week

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020
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UNA-USA's state consultations will bolster this global dialogue with American perspectives that will be submitted to the United Nations ahead of UN General Assembly week.

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  • UNA-USA's state consultations will bolster this global dialogue with American perspectives that will be submitted to the United Nations ahead of UN General Assembly week.
  • On April 15, UNA-USA hosted a live web event with Fabrizio Hochschild-Drummond, Special Adviser to the Secretary-General on the Preparations for the Commemoration of the United Nations 75th Anniversary.
  • Volunteers from across the U.S. tuned in to ask questions and hear his perspective on the importance of engaging in global dialogue with the UN.
  • Whether we come out of this more united or less united depends on all of us," Hochschild said.

Youth Impact For The UN Sustainable Development Goals Being Recognized By The United Nations Association Of The USA And InnerView

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020
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This year we celebrate a blend of activity in the community and virtual support for community needs and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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  • This year we celebrate a blend of activity in the community and virtual support for community needs and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • These awards allow us to share our appreciation for youth leaders who have invested talent and effort in the causes they care about, says Rachel Bowen Pittman, Executive Director of United Nations Association of the USA.
  • Support for the awards is made possible by InnerView Champions of Change social impact partners: United Nations Association of the USA, Youth Service America, The Kroger Co., Michigan Community Service Commission, and The Hershey Company.
  • The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) is a membership organization dedicated to inform, inspire, and mobilize the American people to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations.

Leading Organizations Support Youth Action For the Global Goals

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
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This years program includes leading organizations: The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA), Michigan Community Service Commission, and Youth Service America (YSA).

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  • This years program includes leading organizations: The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA), Michigan Community Service Commission, and Youth Service America (YSA).
  • Last spring, more than 4,300 students across the country received honors from UNA-USA and InnerView Technologies for local and global impact.
  • As a key partner, The Kroger Co. will advance and recognize youth engagement on UN Global Goal 2: Zero Hunger and Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
  • For more information, visit Michigan.gov/volunteer
    InnerView is the leading youth social responsibility platform to help students, groups, and schools highlight community service impact, passion for causes, skill development and connect local effort to the UN Global Goals.

Youth Advocate for Climate Action and Sustainability Named 2019-2020 UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today Mr. Jay'Len Boone as the eighth annual UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) announced today Mr. Jay'Len Boone as the eighth annual UNA-USA Youth Observer to the United Nations.
  • "As Youth Observer, I look forward to connecting with youth from all across the U.S. and learning how they're taking action to create positive change in their communities."
  • UNA-USA's Youth Observer to the United Nations program was launched in 2012 to increase youth engagement in global affairs.
  • The United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) is a grassroots movement of Americans who support the vital work of the United Nations in U.S. communities, colleges, and Congress.

The Dallas Chapter of the United Nations Association to Recognize Eleven North Texans for Sustainable Development

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019
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The 2019 UN Day keynote speaker is Neera Tanden, President and CEO of the Center for American Progress (CAP).

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  • The 2019 UN Day keynote speaker is Neera Tanden, President and CEO of the Center for American Progress (CAP).
  • About UNA-USA: The United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA) is a membership organization dedicated to informing, inspiring, and mobilizing the American people to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations.
  • UNA-USA and its sister organization the Better World Campaign represent the single largest network of advocates and supporters of the United Nations in the world.
  • About the United Nations Foundation: The United Nations Foundation builds public-private partnerships to address the world's most pressing problems and broadens support for the United Nations through advocacy and public outreach.