International Day of Non-Violence

Observed annually on 2 October, the International Day of Non-Violence marks the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and a pioneering figure in...

What happens next and what are the qualities required in the next UN Secretary General?

In the third part of our blog, we describe the process going forward with the interactive...

 

The second part of our blog provides a run down on each of the the 8 declared candidates for UN Secretary-General and outlines issues around each one, making the case...

On 21 September, the world marks the International Day of Peace.

United Nations Day 2026: 80 Years of People, Partnership and Progress

This year, United Nations Day carries particular significance.

The first part of our 3 part blog series looks at the process of choosing the next Secretary-General of the United Nations which is currently entering a decisive phase. Eight candidates have now been formally nominated to succeed António Guterres when his second term concludes on 31 December 2026. Each...

Today, 15 September, marks the International Day of Democracy 2026.  

Democracy is strongest when every voice counts, here in Aotearoa and around the world.

 ⏰ 3 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY!

Time is almost up for the UNA NZ 2026 Speech Awards! Applications close Tuesday 15th September, so don't miss your final chance.

Happy International Day of Charity!

Today, we appreciate and recognise the tireless efforts of NGOs and charities across New Zealand and the world, the people and organisations who show up...

United Nations Association of New Zealand was represented by Alyn Ware and Joy Dunsheath at the 44th Plenary Assembly of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), bringing together United Nations Associations from...