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2012 marked the 45th year of the United Nations Women’s Guild Vienna, since it was founded in 1967. The twin branches of this sturdy oak are friendship and charity. Currently the UNWG has more than 500 members from over 100 different countries.
Membership of the UNWG provides an immediate resource for women arriving in |
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Vienna, to find out about this beautiful city and its facilities. From the many varied activities that the UNWG provides, we can develop friendships with members from all over the world, to enhance a respect for different cultures. Whilst enjoying ourselves, we raise money for children in need, mainly through the annual Bazaar held in December, but also through activities and tours held throughout the year. |
Nazan Kurttas (Turkey),
Pilar Torres (Mexico) and
Alice Kun Yu (China)
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Isabelle Aleta(Philippines), Dagny Herheim (Norway), Marjy Facer (UK),
Shantu Watt (Kenya) &
Revathi Vikram(India)
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Language should never be a barrier. Guild members come from many countries and there is always someone who speaks the same language. There are many conversational groups organized by the Guild that helps members to become familiar with other languages and cultures.
Membership of the UNWG is open to any woman who is a staff member or a spouse of a staff member of the United Nations Organizations or Permanent Missions to these organizations in Vienna. Women working for embassies whose countries are members of the United Nations may become associate members. Associate members may participate in all activities but may not vote or hold office.
A
monthly newsletter is available to all members either online or via
post. The
Guild has a General meeting, usually the third Wednesday of every
month, except July and August. |
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A very popular Welcoming Coffee, is
held the fourth
Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Very often this includes a
cultural programme beautifully presented and followed by food from the
particular region of the hosting country.
To provide practical information on employment in Vienna for spouses of employees of the Vienna-based UN organizations, permanent missions and embassies, we have compiled a “Career Guide Book”. The latest version was published in November 2011. Click >>here for a copy in PDF.
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Many
of the activities revolve around exploring Vienna and the outskirts. This is
a marvelous way to get to know our host country. The tours and activities are designed to enhance the full experience by offering exceptional guides and
arrangements. There are guided tours to art exhibitions, galleries, places
of historical and topical interest, and day trips to surrounding areas. |
Elena Starovoit (Russia) sharing photographs with a little friend in Myanmar
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The
Guild also sponsors tours outside Austria
for our members. These trips are usually organized by our members, often in
conjunction with the embassy or knowledgeable people from the country being
visited. The trips are a golden opportunity to explore new places in the
company of good friends. We have been to such diverse countries as India,
China, Thailand, Armenia, Kenya, Morocco, Germany, Russia, Portugal and
Azerbaijan and many others.
The Guild also has many
regular activities for our members to pursue special interests and to meet
other members in smaller groups.
All proceeds from fundraising go to projects for children in need. |
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