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  UNA-USA San Fernando Valley Chapter History Dr. Soraya Fallah & Ginny Hatfield, June 2026 The UNA-USA San Fernando Valley Chapter, proudly known as "America's First Chapter," has advanced the principles and values of the United Nations through education, advocacy, humanitarian service, and community engagement for generations. Our chapter has served as a bridge between global issues and local action, bringing together diplomats, journalists, educators, human rights advocates, elected officials, students, and community leaders to promote peace, justice, human rights, sustainable development, and international cooperation. Our rich history has been shaped by extraordinary leaders, including Past Presidents Lyn Harris Hicks, Dorothy Boberg, and actress and humanitarian Marsha Hunt. Lyn Harris Hicks carried a unique connection to the founding of the United Nations through her mother, one of America's earliest female delegates to the UN. Together, Lyn and Dor...

 Today, I had the honor of being recognized as an LAUSD Everyday Hero alongside many outstanding individuals from different districts who are making meaningful contributions to education and our communities. During a respectful luncheon attended by officials, administrators, educators, and community sponsors, we were recognized for demonstrating excellence in work performance, leadership, school engagement, and community involvement. Seeing my photo displayed on the billboard among so many dedicated professionals was truly humbling. Although I deeply appreciate this recognition, what matters most is the shared commitment behind this work. This recognition reflects the dedication of many individuals who continue to support students, families, and communities through education, literacy, equity, advocacy, wellness, and service. I remain grateful for the opportunity to contribute to work that creates positive impact and meaningful change in the lives of others. #EverydayHeroes #Educat...

From  Fragmentation to Federation: Building the Political Architecture for  a Free Iran Published online by TISHK Center for Kurdistan Studies:  15.05.2026 DOI:  https://doi.org/10.69939/TISHKar03 Fallah, Soraya   2026. “From Fragmentation to Federation: Building the Political Architecture for a Free Iran ” TISHK Center for Kurdistan Studies. Articles in Advance  .    Abstract Despite decades of organizing, the Iranian opposition has failed to produce a political structure capable of credibly challenging the Islamic Republic. This article argues that the problem is not a lack of unity but a flawed architecture of unity. The dominant model, the unified front, demands premature ideological convergence, creates winner-take-all dynamics, and presents a single point of failure to a regime skilled at fracturing dissent. In its place, this article proposes a federated coalition model grounded in international human rights law, drawing on the coordin...

 لە چاوپێکەوتنەکەی ئەم دواییەی کوردی-سۆرانی لە تۆڕی میدیایی ڕووداو، بەدواداچوونم بۆ پەرەسەندنی گرژییەکانی نێوان ئەمریکا و ئیسرائیل و ئێران و چۆنیەتی دووبارە داڕشتنی ناوچەکە کرد. لە دەرەوەی پەرەسەندنی سەربازی، ململانێکان کاریگەری لەسەر بازاڕەکانی وزەی جیهانی هەیە و مەترسییە مرۆییەکان زیاد دەکات و کۆمەڵگە لاوازەکان لەوان کورد و گروپە ئۆپۆزسیۆنەکان دەخاتە مەترسی زیاترەوە. بە سنوورداربوونی دیپلۆماسی و نادڵنیایی زۆر، پێدەچێت دۆخەکە وەک تەحەدای درێژخایەنی ناوچەیی بمێنێتەوە. بۆ خوێندنەوەی زیاتر و گوێگرتن لە  تکایە کلیک لەم لینکەی خوارەوە بکە:  https://www.sorayafallah.com/2026/03/dr-soraya-fallah-interview-on-rudaw.html ڕووداو یوتیوب: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJrGTZHiXYI

  Dr. Soraya Fallah Interview on Rudaw – Kurdish Sorani Broadcast This summary was developed with AI assistance, drawing on my interview as well as additional points that could not be fully covered during the broadcast due to time constraints. In my recent interview on Rudaw , I discussed the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, and its broader implications for regional stability, global markets, and vulnerable populations. The conversation focused on both the immediate consequences of the conflict and the potential future trajectory, particularly in relation to diplomacy and Iran’s internal dynamics. 1. Impact of the U.S.–Israel Conflict with Iran I emphasized that the confrontation has evolved into a systemic regional crisis with interconnected military, economic, humanitarian, and diplomatic consequences. Military Escalation The United States and Israel initiated strikes against Iran, citing concerns over its missile and nuclear capabili...

  Newroz: A Story of Resistance and Belonging In this photograph, I seek to embody the essence of Newroz. Standing in nature, beside water and greenery, I am surrounded by elements that symbolize renewal and life—core themes of this celebration. Today, I was among nearly 400 Kurds from all over the world. Each of us carries a story of displacement, of having left our homeland due to ongoing struggles. Yet, despite distance, pain, and separation, we found ourselves in one place—drawn together by shared history, shared identity, and a shared longing. Newroz brought us together, making us travel hours just to stand side by side, even as our homeland endures war and uncertainty. My traditional Kurdish attire, with its vibrant colors and intricate details, reflects my cultural pride and the continuity of my heritage. The green tones echo spring, growth, and rebirth—perfectly aligned with the spirit of Newroz. My mother sent me this outfit years ago from Rojhelat, from my city of S...

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United Nations Association of the USA – San Fernando Valley Chapter (UNA-USA SFV) UNA-USA San Fernando Valley Condemns Escalating Human Rights Crisis in Iran Media Contact: Name: _Dr. Soraya Fallah Title: _UNA-USA SFV Co-president & Advocacy Chair Organization: United Nations Association of the United States – San Fernando Valley Chapter Email: unausasfv@gmail.com Phone: 310-8456707 The United Nations Association of the United States, San Fernando Valley Chapter (UNA-USA SFV), expresses its deepest concern and unequivocal condemnation of the rapidly escalating human rights crisis in Iran. Reports from credible international and regional human rights organizations confirm a pattern of violent crackdowns on civilians, mass killings, arbitrary arrests, torture, and the continued use and threat of executions against peaceful protesters. UNA-USA SFV echoes the grave alarm raised by United Nations High Commissioner for Human Right...