for a globally engaged Iowa The Iowa United Nations Association is an advocate for the values and goals of the United Nations -- international peace, respect for human rights, nonviolent conflict resolution, and responsible social and economic development. The goals of the Iowa UNA are 1) to effect constructive U.S. involvement in the U.N. through education and advocacy, 2) to support responsible development through programs that reach locally, nationally and globally, and 3) to promote peace, understanding and respect by utilizing the capabilities of the U.N.