There will be numerous international events taking place during General Assembly, including panels, workshops, sermons, booth talks and performances.  Check below for details!

Please note that this page will be constantly updated with further details; please keep checking back!

Thursday June 23

10:45-12:00 pm     

International UU Worship
Convention Center 203AB

Rev. Osterman will preach on Unitarian Universalism’s past, present, and future, focusing on how international partnership teaches us our religious history, connects us to our brothers and sisters in faith, and shapes the world that could be. International ministers will also participate as we gather to worship, including Rev. Erika Demeter and Rev. Derrick Pariat. Presented by UUPCC, ICUU, and the UUA’s International Office.

4:30-5:45 pm 

Beyond Boundaries and Borders
Convention Center 207A

US Congregations partnering with UUs around the world find common themes of liberal religion and sometimes bump into spiritual, political, economic, and social issues. How have we connected with our partners in meaningful ways? What issues arise, how have we reached out in love, and what have both partners learned? Featuring Rev. Levente Lazar, Rev. Derrick Pariat, Richard Van Duizend, and Rev. Jill McAllister. Presented by UUPCC, ICUU, ICUUW, and the UUA’s International Office.

Friday June 24

8:45 am     

Rev. Kosho Niwano Plenary Address
Convention Center Hall C

The President-designate of Rissho Kosei-kai, Rev. Kosho Niwano, will address the General Assembly during Plenary on Friday morning.

12:30 pm     

Live Performance by Emma’s Revolution at the International Resources Booth

12:30 pm     

IARF (International Association for Religious Freedom) Reception 
Hilton Hotel – Mecklenburg Hall

1:30 pm     

In Celebration of Michael Servetus
Hilton Hotel – Mecklenburg Hall

1:30 pm     

UU BUILD Film Screening
International UU Village (Booth #612), Exhibit hall

Come and learn more about the UU BUILD dormitory project in the Philippines; there will be a discussion, music, and short film screening. Presented by Len Pellitieri.

Saturday June 25

7:00 – 8:30 am

ICUUW Annual Breakfast Meeting
Westin Hotel – Sharon Room

Honoring Kathy Sreedhar with First Annie Margaret Barr Award. Speaker:  Erica Swanson from the Leadership Conference will talk about U.S. Senate ratification of CEDAW. Tickets $27 available online at icuuw.com

8:30am

International Welcome at Plenary
Convention Center Hall C

Join the UUA General Assembly in welcoming all of our esteemed international guests from Japan, India, Czech Republic, Canada, Transylvania, Uganda, Germany, and the UK.

5:30-7:30pm

UU United Nations Office Annual Reception
Westin Hotel: Trade Room

Join the UU-UNO in celebration at this year’s annual reception! For further details, visit www.uu-uno.org.