Atlanta, Georgia

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Welcome to the Georgia Chapter
of the U.S. National Committee for UN Women

Since its founding in 2004, the Georgia Chapter has strived to promote the mission of UN Women to:
 

• Reduce female poverty
• End violence against women,
• Halt the spread of HIV/AIDS among women and girls, and
• Achieve gender equality in democratic governance.

Working with government agencies, other women's organizations and local media the chapter has brought, and continues to bring, awarness to women's issues at home and around the world. 

The Chapter's annual fundraising and educational events help to drive awareness, increase membership, and raise funds to support the many ongoing projects supported by UN Women throughout the year:

Mother, Sister, Daughter  is a major fundraising event that often occurs in conjunction with International Women's Day.  

5k Spring Walk to end violence against women and girls attracted 120 participants this year and generated strong support for the Internatonal Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA.)

Annual Membership Meeting provides members and the general public the opportunity to learn more about the chapter, the US National Committee, and the progress of UN Women programs around the world.  For the past two years we have provided free screenings of compelling documentary films such as Pray the Devil Back to Hell, the story of Liberian women banding together  to help end a bloody civil war in their country, and Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai, the dramatic story of Kenyan Nobel Peach Prize Laureate, Wangari Maathai, whose simple act of planting trees grew into a nationwide movement to safeguard the environment, protect human rights and defend democracy.

The Chapter also uses the annual meeting as an opportunity to honor members who have made a significant contribution through their involvement over the past year with its Member Laureate designation.   


Uncork Knowledge wine tasting event provides members and non-members the opportunity to meet and socialize in a casual and fun setting while learning more about the chapter and UN Women.
 

Please join us in creating a world where women and girls live free from violence, poverty, and inequality. 

Become a member now or contact the Georgia Chapter for more information.  



 

Congratulations to the 2010 Georgia Chapter Member Laureates:

 

Sonal Bullard

Leslie Stevens

Sonal Bullard Co-Chaired two fundraisers this past year: Uncorked Knowledge and our Annual Spring Walk to End Violence Against Women. Leslie Stevens served as Co-Chair for Uncorked Knowledge and was a significant contributor on the committee for the Annual Spring Walk to End Violence Against Women.

 

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This year the Georgia Chapter has instituted an annual award to honor members who have made a significant contribution through their involvement in the chapter during the previous fiscal year (June 2008 - May 2009).

Join us in recognizing the contributions of the 2009 Member Laureates:

	Sheila Cobble Significant contributor on the planning committee for the Annual Walk to End Violence Against Women Raised over $1300 for the Spring Walk through her individual network and  two corporate sponsors In-kind donations from two corporate sponsors
Patka Ward For our 1st wine & cheese tasting event, Uncork Knowledge, researched and prepared the educational material as well as helped during the event Significant contributor on the planning committee for the Annual Walk to End Violence Against Women In-kind donations from three corporate sponsors Strong marketing of the event
	Dawn King (right) Assistance with US National Committee's annual conference hosted by the Georgia chapter Mother, Sister, Daughter:   A Global Tapestry
Linda King Deshazo (left) Assistance with US National Committee's annual conference hosted by the Georgia chapter Treasurer for the Day for Mother, Sister, Daughter: A Global Tapestry
	Sharon Reid Responsible for recruiting onsite massage therapists and blood pressure takers for the Spring Walk Recruited the 1st Associate Organization for the US National Committee Always recruiting new members at events and in her daily life Manages the membership table for all our events

Dear friends and family,


On [date], I am joining the [insert chapter name] of the US National Committee for UN Women to walk to end violence against women worldwide. Please consider walking with me that day or donating in support of the cause.

We will be walking 5 km in the scenic [insert place with link]. We will again be asking participants to sign postcards urging our representatives to support UN Women in their global efforts to eliminate violence against women and children.

If you cannot join me, please consider sponsoring me. Your donation will go to Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls.  For more information, please visit the UN Women website.

Thank you very much!

 

 

Schedule: Registration:   10:00am Warm-Up:        10:00am Walk Starts:    10:30am Prizes:              11:45am Enjoy a chair massage and face painting!   Win fabulous prizes by raising money for the cause! Receive a complimentary t-shirt!	Register Now for the 7th Annual Georgia Chapter's Walk! Saturday, May 14 Piedmont Park at the Charles Allen Drive & 10th Street Entrance               Distance - 5k (3.1 miles) Click here for parking information Watch this video from last year's walk!	Prices: By April 30*:         $20 May 1 and after:  $25 Students:              $15 Kids and dogs:   Free *guaranteed t-shirt size
Make your participation count even more! Walkers are encouraged to create individual pages to raise money.   Click here to create your own individual walk fundraising page.   You can create a team or raise money on your own.  Click here for sample text.                                                                Raise $150 and receive a $15 Publix gift certificate               Special prizes will be awarded to the three individuals raising the most! Add to your impact! Bring donations for Dress for Success Atlanta to the Walk.  Toiletries and cosmetics are of particular need but click here for a list of all the accepted donations.
Learn more   1.  Read about violence against women 2.  Watch a brief video about the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women 3.  View photos from last year's walk - can  you believe how much fun everyone is having? 4.  Email us with questions or to volunteer 5.  Find out more about our sister walks around the country
We Thank Our Generous Sponsors!
Warm up with certified trainer, Angie Denkins at 10:00		Post-Walk warm down provided by:

 

 

 

 

 

Recent News:

Chapter Celebrates International Women's Day

 

Debora Ashworth joins the Board

The Georgia chapter of the U.S. National Committee for UNIFEM invites you to
join us for the 3rd Annual Mother, Sister, Daughter Fundraiser honoring
International Women's Day and the achievements of women past, present
and future.
 

A Night of Art, Music and Dancing celebrates the People, Culture, and Renewal of Haiti.  Proceeds from this year's event, promoting the work of local artists and featuring our annual silent auction, will benefit UNIFEM's Haiti Shelter Programme.  In the wake of Haiti's devastating earthquake we are proud to embrace Haiti as the theme for this year's fundraiser.
 

 

The event will be held at the  Oglethorpe Museum of Art.  Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the museum's current exhibit, Henri Matisse, A Celebration of French Poets & Poetry, will be on display during the event.
 

EVENT DETAILS

Saturday, March 6, 2010

7:00 p.m. -- 11:00 p.m.

Oglethorpe Museum of Art
4484 Peachtree Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30319

Open Bar               Black Tie optional

Music Provided by Tropical Breeze

TICKETS

$100.00 per person -- Members
$125.00 per person -- Non-Members
Tables for 10 available for purchase

Buy Your Tickets Today!

If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation in honor of a Mother, Sister or Daughter in your family or for a family in Haiti.  Your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by the law.


DIRECTIONS

museum.oglethorpe.edu/directions


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

                       
                             


For questions, please contact us at:  georgia@unifem-usnc.org  
To purchase tickets or to make contributions through USPS, please make checks payable to: UNIFEM/USNC/GA. 

Mail Payment to:    MSD 2010                                 
                                643 Kingsgate Ridge
                                Stone Mountain, GA 30088                      
 

 

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Linda Poteat-Brown
President

Diane Prince
Treasurer

Sheila Cobble
Director of Marketing & Membership

Sharon Reid
Director of Education & Advocacy


ADVOCACY BOARD

Reggie Hammond
Sara Hurwitch
Yvonne Taylor