Chapters Content
Greater LA Board of Directors
The Greater LA Chapter of the U.S. National Committee for UN Women Founding Board of Directors
Cathy Hillman,
President
Danielle Parmentier,
Secretary
Shyla La'Sha,
Treasurer
Megan Henry,
Membership Coordinator
Colleen Pagter,
Advocacy Chair
Irving Sarnoff,
Board Member
Gulf Coast Chapter - About Us
Founded in 1993, the Gulf Coast Chapter is one of the largest U.S. National Committee Chapters. Through the volunteer work of out dedicated members, the Gulf Coast Chapter raises community awareness and funds for UN Women by:
- presenting informative programs and entertaining events highlighting the status and successes of women and girls here and abroad;
- providing speakers to community organizations throughout the Gulf Coast; and mentoring the next generation of informed and empowered women through our Learners to Leaders program.
At any given moment, there are some 150 projects receiving support from UN Women. With the generous support of governments, foundations, corporations, organizations, and individuals, historic victories for women's empowerment and gender equity have been - and continue to be - achieved.
Learners to Leaders having a great time!
Sharon Burde
President
Cynthia Downey
Vice President
Terry Brackett
Co-Vice President, Fund Development
and Programs
Mary Dailey
Co-Vice President, Fund Development
and Programs
Connie Anderson
Vice President, Finance
Suzanne Hoffmann
Recording Secretary
Dr. Francine Brown
Immediate Past President
At Large Members
Nancy Jones
Corresponding Secretary
Jan Wright
Editor, GCC Newsletter
Chapter Contact Information
Gulf Coast Chapter of the U.S. National Committee for UN Women
PO Box 4102
Sarasota, FL 34230
Phone: 941-497-2183
Email: gulfcoast@unwomen-usnc.org
Founding Leaders
Maya Venkatraman
President
Maria Melnyk
Vice President
Anna Geer
Publicity Chair
Deborah Yuan
Secretary
Ece Vural
Treasurer
Naz Tanoglu
Webmaster/Historian
Welcome to the UN Women USNC at the University of Virginia Club
The University of Virginia (UVA) has 732 clubs/contracted independent organizations (CIOs), but not one of them devoted itself specifically towards helping underprivileged women, until now. I started UN Women-USNC at UVA since I believe that, as students of a modern university and citizens of a developed society, it is up to me and my peers at UVA to help improve the standing of women in society.
In the 21st century, the age of progress and new ideas, women continue to stand at the bottom of the socio-economic ladder due to the prevalent patriarchal social system and lack of resources. Female UVA students, like me, have the opportunity to secure higher education and the hopes of a promising career.
We have basic freedoms that many women lack, and I feel that it is important for the students at UVA to empower women worldwide. It will bring a new perspective to UVA students, while helping millions of women and girls realize their dreams.
Maya Venkatraman, Founder and President of UVA Club
In the 21st century, the age of progress and new ideas, women continue to stand at the bottom of the socio-economic ladder due to the prevalent patriarchal social system and lack of resources. Female UVA students, like me, have the opportunity to secure higher education and the hopes of a promising career.
We have basic freedoms that many women lack, and I feel that it is important for the students at UVA to empower women worldwide. It will bring a new perspective to UVA students, while helping millions of women and girls realize their dreams.
Maya Venkatraman, Founder and President of UVA Club
2011 UNite for Peace Conference
Highlights of the all-day conference included a spirited address by Elaine Marshall, the North Carolina Secretary of State, a youth forum panel focused on providing the "next generation’s" perspective, a preview of an upcoming PBS film series produced by Abigail Disney on Women, War and Peace, and sessions on social media training. Michelle Bachelet, the Under-Secretary General and Executive Director of UN Women addressed the audience in a special video message, and Antonie de Jong, UN Women Business Development Advisor, spoke passionately about the impact of UN Women’s work. A photo exhibit of “Empowered Women” from across the developing world, by Phil Borges, was also featured. The conference guide provides the agenda and a full list of the speakers and panelists who participated.
We hope you can join us in June 2011 for the next annual conference in Washington, D.C. where we will explore political participation and leadership of women. Check back throughout the year for updates on what promises to be another exciting and informative event.
We hope you can join us in June 2011 for the next annual conference in Washington, D.C. where we will explore political participation and leadership of women. Check back throughout the year for updates on what promises to be another exciting and informative event.
Elaine Marshall, NC Secretary of State Jill Dinwiddie, Exec. Dir., NC Council for Women
Antonie de Jong, UN Women Business Dev. Advisor
New South Panelists Private Sector Panelists
Advocacy Panelists
Antonie de Jong, UN Women Business Dev. Advisor
New South Panelists Private Sector Panelists
Advocacy Panelists
Programs & Events
5th Annual African Day Parade 2011
JOIN US! The New Jersey Chapter of the U.S. National Committee for UN Women is excited to participate in the 5th Annual African Day Parade on Sunday, October 9, 2011 from 12:00 until 5:00.
New Jersey Chapter Shore Region Launch
The New Jersey Chapter Shore Region Launch Event will be held in Key Port, New Jersey on October 24, 2011 from 7 pm - 9 pm. Highlighting this event will be a screening of the fascinating PBS documentary, Women, War and Peace. Visit this page for more details soon!
