The United Nations Association Tampa Bay is a program of the United Nations Association of the United States. The mandate of the organization is primarily to educate the community and public officials about the activities of the United Nations System and to work for constructive US Leadership in an effective United Nations. With over 300 members, the Tampa Bay Chapter of the UNA-USA is on a growth pattern of well over 10% per year! The chapter has established an expanding presence in the Tampa Bay community and also at several local universities and colleges, including Eckerd College, St Petersburg College, Schiller University, Stetson College of Law, the University of South Florida, and The University of Tampa. UNA Tampa Bay's board of directors is a diverse group representing the Tampa Bay Area. Directors are professors and faculty of local universities, corporate executives, lead teachers in local schools, and young professionals.