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UNITED NATIONS DAY, October 24, 2026

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What’s at Stake:  Ceaseless Wars, Need for United Nations.

James W. Carden:.   “The New Big Three.”   ACURA (Aug. 13, 2026).
Surveying the devastation wrought by the wars in Ukraine and Iran, the Nigerian writer and former secretary general of African workers, Owei Lakemfa, concludes that “humanity is moving back to the pre-World War era when there were no agreed universal rules, might was right.” Today, writes Lakemfa, “strongmen, and nations roam around as terrorists and […]   Read in browser »     See OMNI Anthologies on US imperialism.

 

US IMPERIALISM, WESTWARD/EASTWARD GLOBAL EMPIRE OF BASES ENCIRCLING RUSSIA AND CHINA, BOMBING SEVEN NATIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAST, NEW SERIES NEWSLETTER # 36, November 23, 2017.    http://jamesrichardbennett.blogspot.com/2017/11/omni-us-imperialism-newsletter-36.html   Nos. 37 etc. in preparation.

US LAWLESSNESS ANTHOLOGY #3, June 15, 2026.   (#1, 4-24-17; #2, 9-11-22).   https://jamesrichardbennett.blogspot.com/2026/06/omni-us-lawlessness-anthology-3-june-15.html

#1 http://jamesrichardbennett.blogspot.com/2017/04/us-lawlessness.html
#2 https://jamesrichardbennett.blogspot.com/2022/09/omni-us-lawlessness-anthology-2.html   Nos. 4 etc. in preparation.

 

UNITED NATIONS

AI Overview

United Nations Day on October 24, 2026, marks the 81st anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter and the official founding of the United Nations in 1945. [1, 2]

Key Details

• Anniversary: 81 years (Charter signed June 26, 1945; entered into force October 24, 1945). [1, 2, 3]
• History: Established by the UN General Assembly in 1947 and recommended as a public holiday in 1971. [1, 2]
• Core Mission: Maintaining international peace and security, protecting human rights, delivering humanitarian aid, and promoting sustainable development. [1, 2]
• Secretary-General Message: António Guterres highlighted that humanity's future depends on working together through diplomacy, international law, and global cooperation. [1, 2]
• Official Resources: You can learn more or explore global events through the United Nations Observances Page. [1]

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AI Overview

Public support for the United Nations includes financial contributions from member states, advocacy groups, and civilian engagement, alongside ongoing debates over its funding and policy reach. [1, 2, 3]

Financial Support and Funding

• Member State Assessments: The United Nations is funded by assessed and voluntary contributions from its member states. The United States is assessed at the 22% ceiling of the regular budget, though funding debates and unpaid dues persist. Other top financial contributors include China (20%), Japan (6.9%), and Germany (5.6%). [1, 2, 3]
• Donations and Funds: Individuals and organizations can contribute directly to specific UN entities such as UNICEF, the World Food Programme, and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) via official channels. [1, 2]

Public Opinion and Advocacy

• Public Surveys: Public opinion research by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs shows that about two-thirds of Americans (66%) believe the U.S. should work cooperatively through the United Nations, even when compromises are required. [1]
• Civil Society and Grassroots Groups: Organizations like the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) mobilize community chapters, students, and advocates to push for full U.S. funding of UN peace, health, and development missions. The United Nations Foundation also works globally to build public support and private-sector partnerships for UN goals. [1, 2, 3]

Operational Support

• Internal Logistics: The Department of Operational Support provides direct administrative, financial, ICT, and supply-chain backing to nearly 100 UN Secretariat entities and peacekeeping missions worldwide. [1]

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“Your Guide to UNGA 80: Key Moments and Must-Reads.”   united Nations oundation <mailings@unfoundation.org>    9-10-25

 

The historic 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 80) kicked off in New York City yesterday, with H.E. Ms. Annalena Baerbock of Germany assuming presidency of the General Assembly – only the fifth woman to ever hold the position.   The UN turns 80 at a pivotal moment for global cooperation. Amid deep division, world leaders are gathering to build consensus and confront some of the most complex challenges of our time.  At UNGA 80, leaders can turn challenge into opportunity. They must seize this moment to strengthen the UN so it can continue its lifesaving work now, and for generations to come.     Keep reading for a roundup of moments, events, and issues to watch ahead of High-level Week.      YOUR GUIDE TO UNGA 80     Explore the UN Foundation’s UNGA Hub for news, events, and conversations shaping the UNGA agenda this year.   Visit the UNGA 80 Hub     EVENTS TO WATCH   Join the leaders and changemakers who are taking on the world’s most urgent issues at UNGA 80.     High-level Meeting to Commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations  UN officials and Heads of State will reflect on the achievements of the past eight decades and the path ahead for a more inclusive and responsive multilateral system. Details >>   2025 SDG Moment    Ten years after the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda was adopted, the 2025 SDG Moment will highlight how communities, countries, and regions are driving change across sectors, with the Global Goals as their blueprint. Details >>    Adaptation is Life: Scaling Up Financing for Adaptation on the Road to COP30   On the sidelines of UNGA 80, this event will examine the critical importance of climate adaptation to development, growth, stability, and equity. Details >>   High-level Meeting to Commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the 4th World Conference on Women  Thirty years after the 1995 Beijing Conference, which led to the landmark international agreement on women’s rights, this meeting will highlight achievements, best practices, gaps, and challenges in gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. Details>>   Looking for more? Check out the full calendar of UNGA events.      WHERE THE FUTURE WAS BUILT   Explore the landmark UN gatherings that shaped the global women’s movement and propelled women’s rights worldwide.   Learn More     UNGA 80 EXTRAS   Global Goals Week Changemakers from around the world will mobilize between September 19 – 28 to demand urgency and push for progress on the Global Goals. Explore the issues >>     General Assembly High-level Week 2025 This year’s High-level Week will highlight the urgency of delivering on the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals and reinvigorating global cooperation. Learn more >>    Future of Africa Podcast Intergenerational conversations delve into bold, practical solutions to current and future challenges, inspiring action across borders and generations. Our podcast in partnership with the African Union, The Elders, and Global Dispatches is one to add to your playlist. Listen here >>

 

 

March 2024 Issue of UNA Today

 

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UNA-USA's 2024 Leadership Summit     Get ready for the 2024 Leadership Summit on June 2-4, 2024 in Washington, DC where exhilarating programming and advocacy await! Every year,  UNA-USA brings together over 250 activists to tell congress, "The World Needs the UN, the UN needs U.S."   Dive into captivating discussions on global issues and advocacy strategies during the first two days. Then, on Tuesday, June 4, join the in-person Capitol Hill meetings, where you'll have the chance to amplify the importance of U.S. funding for the UN with your Members of Congress.   *UNA-USA's Leadership Summit is for UNA-USA members only! Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to empower yourself and make a difference: become a member today!   Register NOW!     2024 Congressional Briefing Book     Exciting news! Each year, the Better World Campaign publishes a comprehensive guide highlighting America's crucial role on the global stage through its engagement with the United Nations. This guide equips supporters, policymakers, and inquiring minds with insights to understand the value of U.S. involvement in the UN. It spotlights the value of UN funds and programs in advancing U.S. interests, explains constructive engagement on UN reforms, advocates for full U.S. engagement with key UN bodies, and more.   Briefing Book     Ask Your Members of Congress to Fully Fund the United Nations!     Ensuring we meet our financial commitments to the UN is essential for global peace and security. Now that President Biden has unveiled his budget plan, it's time to make our voices heard on what's important for FY'25. A recent poll showed that 73% of voters, regardless of political affiliation, support America's involvement with the UN. Urge your elected officials to back an appropriations bill for FY'25 that adequately funds multilateral diplomacy, including full funding for the UN.   Act Now     Shot@Life     This spring, we’re excited to #AdvocatetoVaccinate with @ShotAtLife to protect vaccine progress around the world. Sign their new petition to urge strong U.S. support for lifesaving global childhood immunization programs in 2025: Together, we can make an impact! #VaccinesForAll   Sign Petition     Climate & Environmental Action Affinity Group Event!     Calling all UNA-USA members! The climate and Environment Action Affinity Group is thrilled to announce our first virtual event, which will be held on Friday, April 5 at 12:30pm ET. The event will focus on the forthcoming UN Plastics Treaty, and we will be joined by Rafael Peralta and Hilary French from the United Nations Environment Programme.   Register Here     Join Our Movement     UNA Today aims to inform Americans interested in global affairs and the UN about important updates, events, opportunities, and campaigns. As the largest group of UN advocates in the U.S., UNA-USA members are the leaders fighting to protect and promote the vital work of the United Nations. UNA-USA’s membership finds strength in numbers. Join UNA-USA today to gain exclusive access to learning, leadership and networking opportunities, and our closed online community to connect and network with fellow members across the country! (Those under 26 join free!)   Be a Part of UNA-USA!     Donate to the Delegate Fund     UNA-USA brings together a diverse range of UN advocates—students, former UN staffers, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and more—who want to be engaged in activities and education to support a strong US-UN partnership.   Help UNA-USA continue to provide world class programming, customer service for more than 20,000 members, and support to more than 200+ chapters by making a contribution before the end of the year.  There’s also a chance to donate to the Delegate Fund, which will help to offer financial assistance to members to attend UN and UNA conferences and convenings.   Support Others Who Support the UN     United Nations Association of the United States of America 1750 Pennsylvania Ave NW #300 Washington, DC, DC 20006 United States

 

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