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The UNCA Awards Gala An Evening of Global Influence in New York
One extraordinary night. One iconic New York setting. A global gathering.
Join Your VIP Pass for the annual United Nations Correspondents Association Awards Gala, bringing together distinguished guests from diplomacy, journalism, culture, entertainment, philanthropy, and business.
An Extraordinary New York Evening
A Global Gathering in an Iconic New York Setting
This holiday season, Your VIP Pass invites you to one of New York’s most distinguished international evenings: the annual United Nations Correspondents Association Awards Gala.
Set inside the New York Public Library, the evening brings together an extraordinary international audience from the worlds of diplomacy, journalism, culture, entertainment, philanthropy, and business.
The UNCA Awards celebrate outstanding journalism and recognize individuals whose work and influence have made an impact around the world.
Inside the Evening
An Extraordinary Black-Tie Gala at the Heart of New York
An elegant black-tie evening featuring a cocktail reception, awards ceremony, seated gala dinner, and VIP access, all within one of New York City’s most iconic cultural landmarks.
The evening also includes a special greeting from United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, adding to the significance and international stature of the occasion.
More than a gala, it is a rare opportunity to share an intimate evening alongside United Nations correspondents, diplomats, global leaders, celebrated honorees and influential guests from around the world, with privileged access and moments rarely available to the public.
The UNCA Awards
Celebrating Journalism and Global Impact
The UNCA Awards celebrate outstanding journalism and individuals whose work and influence have made an impact on the world.
Past editions have welcomed prominent international figures and celebrated globally recognized honorees. The 2025 Gala honored Academy Award winner Javier Bardem as Global Citizen of the Year and celebrated chef Massimo Bottura as Global Advocate of the Year.
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