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The United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) is a non profit membership organization based in Washington DC. It is dedicated to building understanding of and support for the ideals and vital work of the United Nations among American people. It is dedicated to educating, inspiring and mobilizing Americans to support the principles and work of the United Nations, as well as strengthening the United Nations system, promoting constructive United States leadership in that system and achieving the goals of the United Nations Charter.
History
The United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA) was stablished in 1952, and it is one of the oldest and largest divisions of the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA). It is also a member of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA). Over 3,000 members, volunteers, and supporters contribute to the organization. The UNA-NCA works to build public knowledge, strengthen UN-US relations, and aid the UN in achieving its goals.