About Us
Who We Are
The United Nations Association in Canada Toronto Region Branch (UNACTO) is a volunteer-based division of the United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada) which is a historic, national charitable organization, established in 1946.
UNA-Canada is a founding member of the World Federation of United Nations Association (WFUNA) and today holds its elected Vice-Chair representing global civil society.
Our Mission
UNACTO is dedicated to elevating the principles of the UN Charter and to accomplishing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals through innovative programming. Our work is guided by three core principles: Integrity, Inclusiveness and Compassion.
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We believe in building a better tomorrow by engaging the youth of the Greater Toronto Area and in growing global citizens through knowledge of the UN and its initiatives.
Co-Presidents
Sharmin Hassaniani
Irene Kashelsky
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Board Chair
Irene Kashelsky
Board of Directors
Kassandra Barteaux
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Staci Benny
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Sharmin Hassaniani
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Zahra Hirji
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Irene Kashelsky
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Roger Ma
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Justin Murgai
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Jean Pilaprat
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Nancy Raimondo
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Operational Team
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Director of Governance
Nancy Raimondo
Governance Coordinators
Komal Gidwani
Arash Masoumi
Amir Soltaninia
Director of Programs
Maduba Ahmad
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Programming Coordinator
Aisha Yusuf
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Director of Communications
Sharmin Hassaniani
Editorial Manager
Ali Shahrukh Pracha
Co-Editor
Angel Xing
Contributing Writers
Liz Harris
Anja Kundacina
Salina Rezene
Angel Xing
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Social Media Coordinator
Joelle Awad
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Graphic Designer
Laila Zabaneh