We continue to work hard on our current main project: exploring the provision of Restorative Justice within the City of Coventry. We are working with partners from Coventry Lord Mayor's Committee for Peace and Reconciliation, from Coventry University and others. As a result we have created a Restorative Justice Forum which is currently being hosted on the Coventry City of Peace website.

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Privacy Policy

Who we are The United Nations Association Coventry Branch is affiliated to the United Nations Association UK (UNA-UK). We are not part of the United Nations. We organise events where members of the public can find out about the United Nations and discuss international issues with experts. We also run a number of other programmes to promote UN-related issues to …

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UN SDG Action Awards

UN SDG Action Awards

In order to achieve Agenda 2030, we will need to learn from some of the greatest innovators, mobilizers, connectors, storytellers, communicators, visualizers and includers from across the Globe! This awards program aimed to find these change-makers and celebrate achievements being made in every corner of the earth, which all form a critical contribution to the international sustainable development movement. Members of the global SDG …

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World Congress on Justice for Children 2018

World Congress on Justice for Children 2018

The 2018 World Congress on Justice for Children aims to bring together professionals and stakeholders from all around the world to share their perspectives on: ➜ youth and family justice, ➜ the prevention of offending and violent extremism. The Congress is being organised at the UNESCO House in Paris-France from the 28th to 30th of May 2018. It is organised by …

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OHCHR

OHCHR

The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) spearheads the United Nations' human rights efforts. We offer leadership, work objectively, educate and take action to empower individuals and assist States in upholding human rights. Its goal is to promote and protect the human rights that are guaranteed under international law and stipulated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of …

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The Balfour Project

Mindful of centuries of European persecution of the Jewish people and the continuing plight of the Palestinian people The Balfour Project invites the government and people of the United Kingdom to : • learn what the Balfour Declaration and Palestine mean for both Jews and Arabs • acknowledge that whilst a homeland for the Jewish people has been achieved, the promise to …

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Transitional Justice

Transitional Justice

Transitional Justice (TJ) refers to the ways countries emerging from periods of conflict and repression address large scale or systematic human rights violations so numerous and so serious that the normal justice system will not be able to provide an adequate response. The aims of TJ will vary depending on the context but these features are constant: the recognition of the …

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Humanitarian Impact of Israeli Settlements in Hebron

Humanitarian Impact of Israeli Settlements in Hebron

Report published by OCHAopt February 2018 Key Facts Israeli forces search Palestinians in Hebron, September 20, 2016.Hazem Bader, AFP Israel exercises direct control over the 20% of Hebron City, known as H2, which is home to approximately 40,000 Palestinians and a few hundred Israeli settlers living in five settlement compounds. At present, over 100 physical obstacles, including 20 staffed checkpoints, …

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OCHA Office for Occupied Palestinian Territory

OCHA Office for Occupied Palestinian Territory

The OCHA Occupied Palestinian Territory (OCHA oPt) office was established in response to the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the West Bank and Gaza caused by military incursions and closures - mobility restrictions imposed on the Palestinian civilians, local and international service providers. The office mobilizes and coordinates assistance to people in need. In 2002, OCHA established its Country Office in the …

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International Conference on Restorative Practices 2018

International Conference on Restorative Practices 2018

This Conference will be held in Metropolitan State University, St Paul, Minnesota, USA on 9 to 11 August 2018. For details see the Conference website: irpcminnesota.com

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UN High Commissioner Calls for End to Occupation of Palestinian Territory

UN High Commissioner Calls for End to Occupation of Palestinian Territory

Special Session of the Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem Statement by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein 18 May 2018 Mr. President, Appalling recent events in Gaza have called this Council into Special Session. Since the protests began on 30 March, 87 Palestinians have …

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UN Humanitarian Coordinator calls for urgent humanitarian support for Gaza

UN Humanitarian Coordinator calls for urgent humanitarian support for Gaza

The UN Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr. Jamie McGoldrick, today called for urgent support to meet the humanitarian needs of victims of violence in Gaza. “The situation in Gaza is devastating and the crisis is far from over,” said Mr. McGoldrick. “For every person killed and injured this week and those before, there is a family and a network of friends affected,” …

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Interviewees Needed for Research Project

Two researchers from Warwick University are conducting a research study called 'Punishing Politics' that is focused on the links between someone's political orientation, their attitudes to criminal justice and how these might relate to their experiences and life experiences. They are keen to explore the perspectives of a range of people from Coventry and would like to invite people to take …

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International Center for Transitional Justice

International Center for Transitional Justice

The International Center for Transitional Justice works for justice in countries that have endured massive human rights abuses under repression and in conflict. We work with victims, civil society groups, national and international organizations to ensure redress for victims and to help prevent atrocities from happening again. While many groups working on human rights focus on exposing and denouncing violations …

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Global Festival of Action for SDGs

Global Festival of Action for SDGs

The Global Festival of Action for Sustainable Development is the world´s most inspiring SDG event to celebrate, empower, and connect the global community driving Action for the Sustainable Development Goals. in 2018 it was held 21 to 23 March. Organised by the UN SDG Action Campaign with the support of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development and the German …

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Forthcoming Events and International Days

Please get in touch if you want to help organise an event to help Coventry to celebrate one of the following UN-designated days. Please contact events@unacov.uk

World Environment Day

World Environment Day

Beat Plastic Pollution World Environment Day is 5 June each year. The theme for 2018 is “Beat Plastic Pollution”. This is a call to action for all of us to come together to combat one of the great environmental challenges of our time. Chosen by this year’s host, India, the theme of World Environment Day 2018 invites us all to consider …

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World Oceans Day

World Oceans Day

The UN General Assembly designated 8 June as World Oceans Day in 2008. It fits in well with Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and Sustainably Use the Oceans, Seas and Marine Resources for Sustainable Development. What is threatening our oceans today? More Information World Oceans Day SDG 14 The Ocean Conference 2018

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Warwick District UNA Branch Social Event

Warwick District UNA Branch Social Event

On Saturday 9th June, 2018 the Warwick District UNA Branch will will be having a social event with food and drinks to celebrate our Branch 50th anniversary at Leamington Spa Baptist Church, Chandos Street, Leamington Spa, CV32 4RN.   Hopefully the civic leaders from the three towns of Warwick, Leamington and Kenilworth (make up Warwick District) will be present as …

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World Day Against Child Labour

World Day Against Child Labour

The International Labour Organization (ILO) launched the World Day Against Child Labour in 2002 to focus attention on the global extent of child labour and the action and efforts needed to eliminate it. Each year on 12 June, the World Day brings together governments, employers and workers organizations, civil society, as well as millions of people from around the world …

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International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 19 June as the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict in 2015. The aim is to raise awareness of the need to put an end to conflict-related sexual violence, to honour the victims and survivors of sexual violence around the world and to pay tribute to all those who have …

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World Refugee Day

On World Refugee Day, held every year on June 20th, we commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees. More Information General Assembly Resolution on World Refugee Day UNHCR page on World Refugee Day UNHCR Convention and Protocol relating the the Status of Refugees

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Community Information Fair

On 22 June 2018 the UNA Coventry Branch will share a stall with Coventry Lord Mayor's Committee for Peace and Reconciliation at the Positive Images Community Information Fair in Smithford Way, Coventry. Drop by and meet the team and find out more about what the United Nations Association is doing in Coventry and how you can get involved.

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International Asteroid Day

International Asteroid Day is celebrated each year on 30 June to raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard and inform the public about the crisis communication actions to be taken at the global level in case of a credible near-Earth object threat. https://youtu.be/XGgMxUtVa4s How it all began In February 2014, Dr. Brian May, astrophysicist and famed guitarist for the …

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UNA-UK’s ‘Global Britain’ Conference

This Conference will take place in London on Saturday 7 July 2018. Find out everything you need to know about UNA-UK’s ‘Global Britain’ campaign, get equipped to take action in your community, and hear from policy experts and seasoned activists on how you can have an impact. This year's Conference will take place on Saturday 7 July at NCVO’s headquarters close to King’s Cross station in London. …

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World Science Day for Peace and Development

Celebrated every 10 November, World Science Day for Peace and Development highlights the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. It also underlines the importance and relevance of science in our daily lives. By linking science more closely with society, World Science Day for Peace and Development …

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