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EVENTS
From our Peacekeeper's Round-table to our annual Mayor's UN Day Dinner, the United Nations Association of Greater Kansas City's events engage thousands over the KC Metro. Scroll down to see what's coming up soon!
Apr 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMHotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collec, 219 W 9th St, Kansas City, MO 64105, USAPablo Sanhueza, presents the Kansas City Latin Jazz Orchestra International Jazz Day concert with the "Latin Side of Kansas City."
Take a look at some Past Events
- Pablo Sanhueza & Kansas City Latin Jazz Orchestra: International Jazz Day /Hotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collec
Advocate for UNESCO: Jazz Appreciation & International Jazz Day Kick-Off /Mutual Musicians' Foundation BuildingApr 01, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMMutual Musicians' Foundation Building, 1823 Highland Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108, USAKick off Jazz Appreciation Month and learn about the history of International Jazz Day at the Mutual Musicians Foundation in the 18th & Vine Jazz District. Tour the foundation, hear from a panel of music professionals, and learn how you can advocate for the United Nations and UNESCO.
Mar 29, 2026, 3:45 PM – 7:00 PMGlenwood Arts Theater, 3707 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66206, USAJoin us to watch "On the Basis of Sex," the story of Ruth Bader Ginsberg's early career and the start of her work fighting against gender-based discrimination. Following the movie, there will be a short panel discussion. Free movie; donations are appreciated.
Dec 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMAll Souls Unitarian Church , 4501 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO 64111, USACelebrate Human Rights Day with us! Join us to hear a report on 2025 activities, elect new board members, and learn more about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Coffee and cookies will be served.
Oct 08, 2025, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PMNational WW1 Museum and Memorial , 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108, USAJoin us for a panel featuring international military officers currently studying at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, where they discuss their most challenging and rewarding experiences and the questions surrounding the responsibility of protecting civilians and peace.
Sep 19, 2024, 6:00 PMNational WWI Museum, 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108, USAJoin us for a panel featuring international military officers currently studying at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, who will discuss their most challenging and rewarding experiences as U.N. peacekeepers. Keynote Speaker: Free Event.
Sep 17, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMKansas City, 4701 Jefferson St, Kansas City, MO 64112, USAPlease join the UNA Women for a discussion of the book Democracy: Eleven writers and leaders on what it is-- and why it matters. Free Event: You may purchase food or drinks at your own expense. Limited to 30. You do not have to read the book to attend.
Prosecuting Sexual and Gender Based Violence in Armed Conflict /UMKC School of Law, Stoup Courtroom
Dec 11, 2023, 5:30 PMIndependence, 500 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050, USAJoin us to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights with keynote speaker Dr. Karenbeth Zacharias, Division Chair for Humanities & Liberal Arts and the Director of the Lawrence D. Starr Center for Peace & Justice at the University of Saint Mary.
Oct 30, 2023, 6:00 PMThe Gallery Event Space, 61 E 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64105, USAJoin us to celebrate UN Day and learn about UN programs. Keynote speaker: Brian M. Grimm, US Deputy Secretary of State, Bureau of International Program Affairs will speak on "The United States and the United Nations: Steadfast and United for Peace."- Sep 26, 2023, 6:00 PMKansas City, 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108, USAJoin us for a panel featuring international military officers currently studying at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, who will discuss their most challenging and rewarding experiences as U.N. peacekeepers.
Jun 17, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PMNorth-East Public Library, 6000 Wilson Ave, Kansas City, MO 64123, USAFREE EVENT! Mark your calendars for the 16th annual World Refugee Day Celebration at the North-East Branch of the Kansas City Public Library. World Refugee Day is globally recognized on June 20, but we are getting a jump start on the celebration!
Apr 15, 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMKansas City, River Front Dr & N Monroe Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120, USAWe are participating in a Missouri River cleanup out of Riverfront Park (NOT Berkley Riverfront), just a couple miles downstream of Kansas City's skyline. This is a free event. Volunteers will receive a boat ride, cool T-shirt, a reusable water bottle, and lunch.
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