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We strive to educate all Oklahomans on the importance of global cooperation and US leadership at the UN. (OKC Chapter of UNA-USA)

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Had the chance to visit with Faith Akovi Cooper @faithakovi at the @unfoundation office — joined by Chris Moore (Executive Director, Global Health Advocacy, UNF) and Erik Carneal (Associate, Membership and Operations, United Nations Association of the United States of America)

Faith is full of energy, ready to listen, and clearly committed to moving @una.usa forward. Excited to work together to strengthen our grassroots movement, our advocacy, and our mission.

And speaking of grassroots — UN Association of Oklahoma City @unausaokc is hard at work. On June 20th, we are hosting our Women of Impact Award ceremony in collaboration with Happy World Foundation Inc. @happyworldinc We have 22 extraordinary women being honored, and the Chief Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court Hon. Dustin Rowe as our keynote speaker.

That is what this work looks like: local leaders, global vision, and a whole lot of heart.

Welcome, Faith. Let’s build. 🇺🇸🇺🇳

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/mvhmzrxd by @unausaokc

The United Nations Association of Oklahoma City and Happy World Foundation Inc. are pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2026 Women of Impact Awards, held in celebration of International Women’s Day.

At a time when women around the world — from the brave women of Iran and Afghanistan to the courageous survivors who have come forward in the Epstein cases — continue to face profound challenges, we are reminded of the importance of uplifting and honoring the women in our own communities who stand for dignity, opportunity, and empowerment.

We invite Oklahomans to recognize the women whose leadership inspires positive change and strengthens the lives of others.

➡️ Nominate an inspiring woman here: https://tinyurl.com/3mcp6dye by @unausaokc

Our UNA-OKC Young Professionals went to the @una.usa National Leadership Summit in St. Louis Missouri this past weekend with Chapter President Melody Derksen & National Council Chair Akash Patel. We had a great conference and are excited for the future of UNA-OKC and making a big impact going into 2026 by @unausaokc

Incredibly proud moment! The 2025 Global Citizen Awards Gala, a labor of love by the Happy World Foundation Inc., United Nations Association of Oklahoma City, and Oklahoma City Community College, has been featured by the @unitednations 🇺🇳 🇺🇸

This recognition underscores a powerful truth: the most impactful global change often starts at the local level. From Oklahoma City to the world stage, our honorees prove that leadership, compassion, and courage know no borders.

Thank you to the UN for highlighting the work of these extraordinary leaders:
🏆 Mohammad & Jalal Farzaneh, @homecreationsokc
🏆 Kari Watkins, Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum @okcnm
🏆 Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., @thecherokeenation
🏆 President Mautra Staley Jones @otriplec
🏆 Phil G. Busey and Cathy Busey, Delaware Resource Group

Their stories of global citizenship are now inspiring a worldwide audience. Read the full feature below! by @unausaokc

This weekend, the United Nations Association of the United States of America - OKC chapter and Happy World Foundation Inc. proudly hosted the 2025 Global Citizen Awards, honoring five remarkable leaders whose visionary work is creating lasting impact across Oklahoma and around the world:

🏹 Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Cherokee Nation – Advancing Cherokee sovereignty, health, housing, and language preservation in alignment with the UN Decade of Indigenous Languages.
🏡 Mohammad & Jalal Farzaneh, Home Creations – Transforming lives through business, philanthropy, and $10M+ in charitable giving to education, healthcare, and research.
🌱 Kari Watkins – Building a global legacy of resilience through the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
🎓 Dr. Mautra Staley Jones, Ed.D. – Breaking barriers in higher education and expanding equitable access to opportunity.
🌐 Phil & Cathy Busey, Delaware Resource Group – Blending global enterprise with local investment in youth and the arts.

🎉 Over 200 guests joined us for an unforgettable evening filled with inspiring multicultural performances, powerful storytelling, and a shared vision for global unity and purpose-driven leadership.

📚 Most importantly, thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised thousands of dollars for study abroad scholarships benefiting students at Oklahoma City Community College
—opening doors for the next generation of global citizens.

💬 Special thanks to keynote speaker William Davis, Director of the United Nations Information Centre in Washington, D.C., for his inspiring remarks and to everyone who helped make this evening so impactful.

Together, we’re building a more connected, compassionate world. 🌎 by @unausaokc

Our 2025 International Women's day presenter Cyndi Munson Speaking about empowering women in Oklahoma City and the importance of empowering women in Oklahoma and assured us of her resolve to continue to fight for the women of Oklahoma. She awarded Our 2025 International women's day Ambassadors with a beautiful citation of recognition by @unausaokc

Representative Cyndi Munson Speaking at our 2025 International Women's Day Conference and awarding our 2025 International women's day Women Ambassadors. by @unausaokc

Sister Bindu speaking about the work of the Brahma Kumari in collaboration with the united nations association of the united states and the Oklahoma City chapter and how they empower woman around the world and locally. by @unausaokc

Saidy Herrera was a fantastic Emcee for our international women's day Conference. We greatly appreciated her for being with us for such a special day for women. by @unausaokc

Angela Oomman United Nations Association Of Oklahoma City Membership Chair speaks about the importance of community engagement with the United Nations Association of Oklahoma City by @unausaokc

President of United Nations Association Oklahoma City chapter Melody Jaiswal Speaking about the purpose and importance of International women's Day in the United Nations by @unausaokc

Councilwoman Sara Bana speaking at our International Women's Day Conference on the impact of incarcerated women in Oklahoma City. A strong Voice for Oklahoma Women Sara Bana never fails to speak up for women. by @unausaokc