United Nations Association of Chicago

United Nations Association of Chicago Supporting the United Nations mission and activities in Chicagoland through awareness, education, advocacy and outreach.

SOLD OUT! 🎉We are thrilled to share that Voices Through Art: Identity is officially SOLD OUT!This Thursday, we’ll gather...
08/18/2026

SOLD OUT! 🎉

We are thrilled to share that Voices Through Art: Identity is officially SOLD OUT!

This Thursday, we’ll gather at the Chicago History Museum for an evening centered on something we don’t get enough of: listening to the lived experiences of immigrants and refugees in their own voices.

Through storytelling and visual art, our featured artists and storytellers will explore Identity, what it means to leave behind what you know, begin again somewhere new, hold onto your roots, and build a sense of belonging.

The response to this second series has been incredible, and we are grateful to everyone who reserved a seat. We’re looking forward to a powerful and successful evening this week.

A special thank you to our collaborators for helping bring this experience to life: USA for UNHCR, Chicago History Museum, Syrian Community Network, Refugee Action Network, Chicago Mayor’s Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee Rights, and Refugee Congress.

Special thanks to Ali Tarokh, LP.D for making this possible.

To everyone joining us Thursday: we’ll see you at the Chicago History Museum!

📍 Chicago History Museum
📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 6:00 PM | Program begins at 6:30 PM

Join us in celebrating curiosity, discovery, and the people working to better understand our world.UNA Chicago is proud ...
08/03/2026

Join us in celebrating curiosity, discovery, and the people working to better understand our world.

UNA Chicago is proud to support our own Peg Keiner, United Nations Association Chicago Global Goals Ambassador, Director of Innovation at GEMS World Academy Chicago, and Co-Lead of the Chicago Explorer Hub, as she joins an incredible lineup of National Geographic Explorers for Mappy Hour.

From protecting kelp forests and studying volcanoes to restoring urban rivers, advancing education, and documenting our natural world, these explorers remind us that meaningful change begins with curiosity and the courage to ask bigger questions.

If you’re passionate about science, sustainability, education, storytelling, or simply love learning, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.

Congratulations, Peg Keiner , on continuing to inspire our community through innovation, exploration, and global citizenship. 🌍💙

07/31/2026

Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, and we’re proud to share this important public service announcement created in partnership with the Chicago Department of Aviation.

Human trafficking can happen anywhere, and traffickers use every form of transportation, including aviation. Awareness is one of our most powerful tools.

Take a moment to watch, learn the warning signs, and share this message. Together, we can help protect those who are most vulnerable.

A sincere thank you to Dawn F. Callahan, MPA, Vice President of UNA Chicago; Tracey Payne, First Deputy Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation; and Georgiaree Godfrey, M.A., Director of Public Information, Chicago Department of Aviation, for their leadership and commitment to raising awareness about human trafficking.

We also extend our gratitude to the leadership and teams at Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) - O’Hare & Midway International Airports for partnering with us on this important initiative.

🎥 Please watch, share, and help amplify this message.

07/30/2026

Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, and we’re proud to share this important public service announcement created in partnership with the Chicago Department of Aviation.

Human trafficking can happen anywhere, and traffickers use every form of transportation, including aviation. Awareness is one of our most powerful tools.

Take a moment to watch, learn the warning signs, and share this message.

Together, we can help protect those who are most vulnerable.

A heartfelt thank you to the leadership and teams at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, and the Chicago Department of Aviation for standing with us in this effort.

🎥 Please watch, share, and help amplify this message.

07/27/2026

HELP US HELP

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: I'd love to help, but can you tell me a little more about what volunteers will actually be doing?

UNA ★ Chicago: Absolutely! On Thursday, July 30, we'll be partnering with the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) - O'Hare & Midway International Airports for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Our role is simple: we'll be handing travelers an informational card to help raise awareness about human trafficking.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: Will I need to know a lot about human trafficking or answer questions?

UNA ★ Chicago: Not at all. You don't need to be an expert. Your primary responsibility is simply handing out the cards with a smile. If someone has questions beyond what's on the card, airport personnel and our team will be there to help.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: Is there any training?

UNA ★ Chicago: Yes! We'll provide a brief orientation before we begin, so you'll know exactly what to expect. No previous experience is necessary.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: How long is the commitment?

UNA ★ Chicago: You can volunteer from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: Is there anything I need to bring?

UNA ★ Chicago: Just yourself, comfortable shoes, and a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or state ID. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and should be comfortable standing, walking, and interacting with the public.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Volunteer: That sounds much easier than I expected!

UNA ★ Chicago: It is! Sometimes the most powerful way to make a difference is through a simple act of awareness. We hope you'll join us in helping travelers recognize the signs of human trafficking and become part of the solution.

If you'd like to volunteer, just email [email protected] with your preferred airport (O'Hare or Midway) and the shift you'd like to work, and you will receive the next steps!

We'd love to have you with us!

UNA ★ Chicago

07/17/2026

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✈️ Volunteers Needed: Help Us HelpHuman trafficking often hides in plain sight, especially in busy transportation hubs. ...
07/14/2026

✈️ Volunteers Needed: Help Us Help

Human trafficking often hides in plain sight, especially in busy transportation hubs.

This is why awareness matters.

On Thursday, July 30, UNA-USA Greater Chicago Chapter will join partners at O'Hare and Midway International Airports to raise awareness, educate travelers, and help recognize the warning signs of human trafficking during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

🗓️ Thursday, July 30
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 O'Hare & Midway International Airports

Whether you're passionate about human rights, community service, or making a difference, your time can help save lives.

Interested in volunteering?

📧 Email [email protected]

Together, we can help educate, empower, and protect vulnerable individuals.

UNA ★ Chicago

✈️ Volunteers Needed: Help Us HelpHuman trafficking often hides in plain sight, especially in busy transportation hubs. ...
07/14/2026

✈️ Volunteers Needed: Help Us Help

Human trafficking often hides in plain sight, especially in busy transportation hubs.

This is why awareness matters.

On Thursday, July 30, UNA-USA Greater Chicago Chapter will join partners at O’Hare and Midway International Airports to raise awareness, educate travelers, and help recognize the warning signs of human trafficking during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

🗓️ Thursday, July 30
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 O’Hare & Midway International Airports

Whether you’re passionate about human rights, community service, or making a difference, your time can help save lives.

Interested in volunteering?

📧 Email [email protected]

Together, we can help educate, empower, and protect vulnerable individuals.

UNA ★ Chicago

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