General Assembly Marketing and Promotional Resources

Logo for the UUA General Assembly 2026. Large pink letters ‘GA’ with glowing connection lines and silhouettes of diverse people, including a child and a person in a wheelchair. Text reads: ‘UUA General Assembly, June 14–21, 2026. Meet the Moment: Together Everywhere.’

General Assembly is an unforgettable experience for the thousands of Unitarian Universalists and partners that attend each June. Attendees leave with a renewed sense of energy, inspiration, and innovative ideas to take back to their congregations and communities. In order to raise interest and to help Unitarian Universalist congregations and partner organizations learn more about General Assembly, we have assembled these promotional resources to download, copy, or print for further distribution.

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UUA General Assembly 2026:
Virtual with Community Gatherings

General Assembly (GA) is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists where we conduct the business of the Association, explore the theological grounding of our faith, and live out our shared mission and values.

GA 2026 offers an accessible and inclusive experience for all. This year’s event will be fully virtual, with optional Community Gatherings at congregations for those who want to watch and participate together.

Participants can join from home, take part at a local congregation hosting a gathering, or travel to our Studio Site at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, KY. The Studio Site will offer an in-person experience connected to the live production environment. This is where worship, featured programming, and other live elements will be produced and streamed to all participants.

Wherever you choose to participate, we will share worship, learning, and celebration as one faith community.

In 2026, GA will take place from Sunday, June 14 through Sunday, June 21, 2026.

  • June 14–16: Business of the Association
    This segment of GA is a fully virtual experience. It begins with Sunday’s Ingathering Service, followed by three days of General Sessions led by Co-Moderators Rev. Kimberly Quinn Johnson and Bill Young. Delegates will conduct the official business of the Association, including elections, reports, and discussion on key issues shaping Unitarian Universalism.
  • June 17–18: Connection, Travel, or Personal Time
    The midweek pause offers time for professional groups, identity organizations, and affiliates to gather, or for participants to take personal time for rest and reflection. These days may also be used for travel to the Studio Site in preparation for the weekend portion of GA.
  • June 19–21: Worship, Learning, and Celebration
    The weekend features worship, learning, and community events including the Meet the Moment Opening Program, Ware Lecture, Community Sing, and Sunday Worship, bringing our movement together in faith, spirit, and purpose.

Registration

Registration will open at UUA.org/GA. Individual registration provides full access to all virtual programming, live-streamed events, and on-demand content. Congregations that host Community Gatherings will receive additional resources and toolkits to support group participation.

Participants may pay their registration fee in installments through a payment plan option, allowing smaller payments over several months with as little as $50 down.

What to Expect

GA 2026 is a fully virtual event that you can experience from home, at a Community Gathering hosted by a congregation, or in person at the Studio Site in Louisville. This model emphasizes inclusion, accessibility, and sustainability:

  • Participants can engage fully from home, at local Community Gatherings, or at the Studio Site.
  • Congregations can create their own local gathering experiences with UUA support.
  • The GA Studio Site will host the live production of worship and featured events while also welcoming some attendees to participate onsite.

This approach expands access, reduces costs, and deepens connection across our movement.

How Congregations Can Participate

Congregations are encouraged to discern how their members might best experience GA together. Some may choose to host a Community Gathering, providing a local space where members can worship, learn, and connect while engaging with the live GA broadcast. Others may encourage members to attend the Studio Site, for a larger, in-person experience with UUs from many congregations. Both options deepen connection, reduce barriers to participation, and allow congregations to tailor their engagement to local needs and capacity.

Excellent Programming

GA 2026 will include an inspiring lineup of worship services, featured speakers, and learning opportunities that invite Unitarian Universalists into collective discernment and action. All content will be available in the GA EduCenter, the digital home for workshops, discussions, and on-demand video programming.

Through the EduCenter, attendees can engage in real-time dialogue, view recordings on their own schedule, and connect with presenters and fellow participants.

Congregational Participation

Delegates will continue to play a vital role in the governance of the Association. All delegate participation and voting will take place online, ensuring that every congregation has an equal opportunity to take part in the democratic process.

Watch Party: Join with other GA participants in your congregation or local area to stream General Assembly programming as a community. Meet the Moment Host Kits will be available to congregations with two or more registered delegates.

Accessibility

Accessibility and inclusion remain central commitments of General Assembly. Virtual participation removes barriers related to travel, lodging, and cost, while online tools ensure that all major events are captioned, recorded, and available on-demand.

Financial Support

The UUA is committed to making GA accessible to as many participants as possible. Financial support and volunteer opportunities will continue to be available, with special emphasis on supporting participation from historically marginalized groups. Visit UUA.org/GA for details.

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