Summer Chapter Checklist

Use this checklist to stay on track over the summer and propel your chapter to success in the fall! 

May:

– Please submit chapter reports no later than May 20

– Plan an effective leadership transition

– Set date for goal setting retreat with new E-Board: UNA national can help with a virtual retreat

– Stay in contact: Create a summer communications plan with your E-Board or decide who’s running social media; be sure to get access to all social media accounts and emails that the old E-board was using

– Establish expectations for chapter and executive board members

– Set summer deadlines/deliverables

June:

– Participate in the UNA Leadership Summit

– Set-up meetings with your elected officials

– Feature chapter members doing interesting projects or internships over the summer

– Stay active on social media by posting interesting articles and recognize UN days like World Refugee Day on June 20

July: 

– Stay in touch with school administration (student activities office) or faculty advisor (they have free time over the summer and are able to talk with you)

– Set up meetings with community members/non-profit leaders if you’re staying in town or set up informational interviews with alumni from your school who work in relevant fields

– Sign up all chapter members for free youth membership to receive email updates throughout the year

August:

– Plan for Activity Fair: request activity fair supplies from UNA

– Book rooms in advance for fall semester events like UN Day (October)

– Plan a back-to-school fundraiser for Adopt-a-Future

– Plan a social event to welcome new and returning chapter members after the Activity Fair!