UN Members – you can be part of the 2016 Silent Auction Project!
The Silent Auction will take place at the annual Luncheon: Celebrating the 71st anniversary of the United Nations
Sponsored by the Dane County Chapter
of the United Nations Association (UNA)
Sunday, October 23rd, 2016
Monona Terrace, Madison
11:30am - 2:30pm
Here’s what you can do to participate:
1) You can donate a treasure from one of your travels –
…or offer the donation of a ‘service’ – for example, preparing a Chinese dinner for 6 in your home – or offering your summer cabin for a weekend retreat!
2)Tell us about your donation – and write a few lines about it – Tell us where your item comes from – and add any specifics about minimum bids you’ll accept… or when the ‘service’ is available, or any other details.
3)Send this information to - purvagoel01@gmail.com orjdeltoro@wisc.edu
4) If you have an ITEM to donate, please attach a photo to your e-mail, so we can post it the UN Dane County website.
You can then take your item:
A) directly to Joann Elder’s home in Madison anytime in August or September – at 1112 Grant St (near the zoo) 608-255-0533
B) Or, you can bring your item to the September UN Monthly Program Meeting at the downtown Public Library Tuesday Sept. 13, 7 pm, Rm #301.
5) And then, finally …… come to the Fall Luncheon October 23rd and place your BID!!
You’ll be getting your Luncheon Registration materials soon in the mail – watch for the flyer!
(If you need a receipt for your donation, let us know!)
THANKS!
From the UN Dane County Silent Auction Committee:
Joann Elder, Board member and founding Chapter member
Jesus Del Toro, UW-Madison intern
Purva Goel, intern
The Silent Auction will take place at the annual Luncheon: Celebrating the 71st anniversary of the United Nations
Sponsored by the Dane County Chapter
of the United Nations Association (UNA)
Sunday, October 23rd, 2016
Monona Terrace, Madison
11:30am - 2:30pm
Here’s what you can do to participate:
1) You can donate a treasure from one of your travels –
…or offer the donation of a ‘service’ – for example, preparing a Chinese dinner for 6 in your home – or offering your summer cabin for a weekend retreat!
2)Tell us about your donation – and write a few lines about it – Tell us where your item comes from – and add any specifics about minimum bids you’ll accept… or when the ‘service’ is available, or any other details.
3)Send this information to - purvagoel01@gmail.com orjdeltoro@wisc.edu
4) If you have an ITEM to donate, please attach a photo to your e-mail, so we can post it the UN Dane County website.
You can then take your item:
A) directly to Joann Elder’s home in Madison anytime in August or September – at 1112 Grant St (near the zoo) 608-255-0533
B) Or, you can bring your item to the September UN Monthly Program Meeting at the downtown Public Library Tuesday Sept. 13, 7 pm, Rm #301.
5) And then, finally …… come to the Fall Luncheon October 23rd and place your BID!!
You’ll be getting your Luncheon Registration materials soon in the mail – watch for the flyer!
(If you need a receipt for your donation, let us know!)
THANKS!
From the UN Dane County Silent Auction Committee:
Joann Elder, Board member and founding Chapter member
Jesus Del Toro, UW-Madison intern
Purva Goel, intern
Wisconsin Micro-finance. The Power of Microfinance in the Developing World
Tracey E Harvey, Executive Director of Wisconsin Microfinance
Tuesday, April 12th @ Madison Central Library/ Bubbler Room
Ms. Harvey earned a Bachelor of Science in Conservation and Environmental Sciences from UW-Milwaukee, and a Master of Science in Marine Science from the University of Texas at Austin. Her research included freshwater ecology and large-scale
environmental issues including oil spill disasters. She currently works as an Environmental Scientist at Green Seal. Outside of her academic career she has always been involved in volunteer programs focused on economic development. Now, as the Executive Director of Wisconsin Microfinance she hopes to raise awareness of their program and the power of micro-loans in the developing
world and push towards more community engagement and community partnerships.
Wisconsin Microfinance was created to provide seed funding for small businesses in the developing world. By providing very small loans to very poor individuals, they seek to improve the quality of life of families and the economic potential of communities. Micro-loans empower individuals to take responsibility for improving their lives and break the cycle of dependency which is often created by short-term aid. All loans are made to individuals who are members of a lending group, and no member of a lending group can receive a subsequent loan until everyone has paid back their first loan. In addition, the majority of their loans go to women, as women are statistically more likely to invest the money into an endeavor that will improve the economic condition of her family. They have already seen the impact of micro-loans in communities in Haiti and the Philippines and hope to spread this impact of micro-loans to other communities.
environmental issues including oil spill disasters. She currently works as an Environmental Scientist at Green Seal. Outside of her academic career she has always been involved in volunteer programs focused on economic development. Now, as the Executive Director of Wisconsin Microfinance she hopes to raise awareness of their program and the power of micro-loans in the developing
world and push towards more community engagement and community partnerships.
Wisconsin Microfinance was created to provide seed funding for small businesses in the developing world. By providing very small loans to very poor individuals, they seek to improve the quality of life of families and the economic potential of communities. Micro-loans empower individuals to take responsibility for improving their lives and break the cycle of dependency which is often created by short-term aid. All loans are made to individuals who are members of a lending group, and no member of a lending group can receive a subsequent loan until everyone has paid back their first loan. In addition, the majority of their loans go to women, as women are statistically more likely to invest the money into an endeavor that will improve the economic condition of her family. They have already seen the impact of micro-loans in communities in Haiti and the Philippines and hope to spread this impact of micro-loans to other communities.
CRANES ACROSS BORDERS: BRINGING PEOPLE
TOGETHER
TOGETHER
George Archibald, co founder of the International Crane Foundation will speak at the March 8, 2016 (7pm) meeting of UNA Dane at the Madison Central Library.
Cranes are powerful ambassadors for international goodwill and collaboration. From the wedding kimonos of Japan, to the colorful
textiles in African markets, to the ancient poetry of the Ramayana in India, cranes figure prominently in the lives of people wherever they occur. Red-crowned Cranes are symbols of longevity, marital bliss, and good luck in East Asia. Sarus Cranes are the bridge to spiritual afterlife in Vietnam. Grey Crowned Cranes appear on the national flag, currency, and coat of arms of Uganda.
George Archibald, co founder of the International Crane Foundation, presents Cranes Across Borders. The future of crane was once as fragile as the delicate and graceful birds themselves. George Archibalds visionary leadership in international conservation efforts over the past 40 years has led to crane conservation worldwide. In 1973, when cranes were in peril and on the brink of extinction Archibald, along with Cornell University colleague, Ronald Sauey, PhD.,established the International Crane Foundation (ICF) in Baraboo, Wisconsin as the world center for the study and preservation of cranes.
Cranes are powerful ambassadors for international goodwill and collaboration. From the wedding kimonos of Japan, to the colorful
textiles in African markets, to the ancient poetry of the Ramayana in India, cranes figure prominently in the lives of people wherever they occur. Red-crowned Cranes are symbols of longevity, marital bliss, and good luck in East Asia. Sarus Cranes are the bridge to spiritual afterlife in Vietnam. Grey Crowned Cranes appear on the national flag, currency, and coat of arms of Uganda.
George Archibald, co founder of the International Crane Foundation, presents Cranes Across Borders. The future of crane was once as fragile as the delicate and graceful birds themselves. George Archibalds visionary leadership in international conservation efforts over the past 40 years has led to crane conservation worldwide. In 1973, when cranes were in peril and on the brink of extinction Archibald, along with Cornell University colleague, Ronald Sauey, PhD.,established the International Crane Foundation (ICF) in Baraboo, Wisconsin as the world center for the study and preservation of cranes.
Members' Day at the UN
and the 8th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference
Friday, February 19, 2016 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Join fellow UNA-USA members and UN supporters at the UN Headquarters for Members' Day, a day of dynamic and informative discussion on the most pressing issues facing the United Nations. UNA-USA members will get exclusive access to the UN, where they will hear from experts on topics like refugees and sustainable development, and network with community leaders, academics and students, and representatives from think tanks and
like-minded organizations.
Don't miss out on what is expected to be the largest gathering of UN advocates in the United States--register today! Stay tuned to UNA-USA email and social media communications for more details on the conference program and speakers. Email membership@unausa.org if you have additional questions.
and the 8th Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference
Friday, February 19, 2016 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Join fellow UNA-USA members and UN supporters at the UN Headquarters for Members' Day, a day of dynamic and informative discussion on the most pressing issues facing the United Nations. UNA-USA members will get exclusive access to the UN, where they will hear from experts on topics like refugees and sustainable development, and network with community leaders, academics and students, and representatives from think tanks and
like-minded organizations.
Don't miss out on what is expected to be the largest gathering of UN advocates in the United States--register today! Stay tuned to UNA-USA email and social media communications for more details on the conference program and speakers. Email membership@unausa.org if you have additional questions.
Thank you to all the folks who came out and joined us to remember the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. Special thanks to Barbara Nichols for her eloquent speech.
Photo Gallery from October 18th, 2015 Luncheon
Previous winners of the Global Citizen Award
- 2015 Cecilia Zarate-Laun for the Columbia Support Network.
- 2014 Joseph Elder for his peace keeping in Kashmir, Vietnam, Korea, and Sri Lanka and promoting the work of the United Nations.
- 2013 Vince Kavaloski for teaching the philosophies of peace and social justice.
- 2012 Sarith Ou and Roger Garms for the Cambodian School Project
- 2011 Lisa Fernandez for founding the Nicaragua Wheelchair Project
- 2010 Norma Berkowitz for assisting the people affected by Chernobyl
- 2009 Jennifer Lowenstein for her work in Palestine
- 2008 Mike Bohem for his work in Vietnam
Lectures/Programs from 2015
Paris Terrorist Attacks
Host John Quinlan holds a discussion on the Paris terrorist attack. Joey Johannsen and Gabi Helfert, who were in Paris in vacations during the attacks, skype in to the show. Franck Meunier, a native of France living in Madison, and Dr. Joseph Elder, UW-Madison Professor Emeritus of Sociology, and an international Quaker peace activist, join us in the studio.
Host John Quinlan holds a discussion on the Paris terrorist attack. Joey Johannsen and Gabi Helfert, who were in Paris in vacations during the attacks, skype in to the show. Franck Meunier, a native of France living in Madison, and Dr. Joseph Elder, UW-Madison Professor Emeritus of Sociology, and an international Quaker peace activist, join us in the studio.