The United Nations Association of Slovenia (UNAS) was established in 1951, supporting the United Nations Organization in its role as a keeper of global peace and stability. Following the declaration of independence on 25th June 1991, Slovenia was accepted as the 176th member state of the UN. Soon thereafter, on 6th November 1992, UNAS was accepted into the circle of United Nations Associations as a member of WFUNA. The main objective of UNAS – already formulated in 1951 – is to inform the public about the ideas, goals and activities of the UN. Looking back at our accomplishments and successes, we can proudly say we have fulfilled that objective, and in many cases even surpassed our original goals. UNAS today is a vital non-governmental organization, spreading the ideas and goals of the UN in Slovenia. Our main role is and stays gathering and providing information on the role and activities of the UN. We maintain a web page, which is a rich source of information and news articles on UNAS and its activities. An important role in our efforts to keep the public informed about issues surrounding the UN plays the cooperation with the UNIS centre in Vienna. Taking part in the public debate on issues of global concern on the UN agenda is another very important aspect of our work. We strive to organize forums where people meet with government representatives; in this way important issues can be addressed and resolved in the UN manner – through dialogue. Various issues on the UN agenda are also addressed on regular lectures and panels, which are well attended. Not surprisingly, considering the fact that we've succeed to attract many Slovenian experts of international renown.