International Unitarian Universalism
Unitarians, Universalists, and Unitarian Universalists (U/U) around the world are connected through a story of bold, compassionate faith that we’ve been creating together for centuries.
The International Office of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) includes three collaborative programs:
The International Resources Office—provides resources and guidance to assist congregations in reaching out beyond church walls and across borders, connecting with the work of U/U individuals and organizations worldwide, while maintaining and developing linkages with historical and new U/U communities around the world.
The UUA Office at the United Nations—engages in international advocacy work at the UN based on UU values and partners with congregations to engage UUs in action as global citizens and justice activists.
The UU Holdeen India Program—translates UU values into bold action through partnerships with organizations that advance justice and equity in India.
Explore and Engage with the Global U/U Story
Unitarian Universalist theologies worldwide are diverse and evolving. On our website, there are opportunities to find Unitarian Universalists abroad, learn more about our global faith, and explore the resources for international engagement that we have compiled for Unitarian Universalists and for congregations to more fully engage with our world community in spiritual and justice-seeking ways.
See a map of the U.S. and Canadian congregations that are internationally engaged and consider how your congregation might be involved too.
Learn more about the International Justice work of Unitarian Universalism.
UUA International Blog
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At the High-Level Political Forum, More Work Ahead for Progress on the SDGsFrom UUA InternationalLike your annual physical exam, the High-Level Political Forum at the United Nations is like a checkup for the world on the Sustainable Development Goals. -
National Profiles of Global Police Militarization and Violence: Part 2From UUA InternationalIntroduction In September of 1990, the Eighth United Nations Congress on the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders adopted the Basic... -
Authoritarian Leaders on NoticeFrom UUA InternationalThe world seems to be witnessing a growth in authoritarian governments. Especially during difficult times, we must hold human rights violators accountable.
The International Joint Working Group
The UU International Joint Working Group (JWG) consists of the senior staff of the International Council of Unitarians and Universalists (ICUU), the International Office of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), and the Unitarian Universalist Partner Church Council (UUPCC).
The JWG is committed to:
- Establishing and supporting faith-based relationships of U/Us around the world.
- Growing the free, liberal faith of Unitarian/Universalism globally.
And, the JWG has the following overarching goals:
- To speak with a consistent and clear point of view on issues, projects, and programs that overlap the ICUU, UUA, and the UUPCC
- To serve as representatives of our respective organizations in order to collaborate on programs and events related to the international U/U global community
- To bring collective reflection to U/U international work and efforts.