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PRIDE's United Nations New York Women's Conference March 2003 |
In
1994, prior to the International Women’s Year Conference in
Beijing, Pride was “accredited” by the United Nations for IWY
attendance. The Chinese Embassy elevated PRIDE to an
intermediary role with NGO’s from several countries to certify
credentials, visas, and permissibility to attend the Conference
and Forum in the Peoples Republic of China. PRIDE through its
Border Economic Development Council, provided significant
contributions to the World Bank and the Pan American Health
Organization in addressing significant border and bilateral
issues between the United States and Mexico. This combined
with PRIDE success with the indigenous community, provided a
special advocacy and liaison role for the border region and the
North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
In 1999, PRIDE was recognized by the United Nations under Special Consultative Status to UNESCO. This official status permits PRIDE to be permanently represented at the United Nations in New York, Vienna, and Geneva in various capacities addressing humanitarian issues. PRIDE is privileged as a member of the official United Nations Conference of Non-Governmental Organizations (CONGO).
PRIDE is intent on bridging regional bias through cross-cultural links into policy and program areas of the United Nations. By approaching social enterprise options, PRIDE is expanding its role in defining sustainable initiatives for diverse at-risk communities. As a consequence, PRIDE has taken the lead in developing stronger ties from the Pacific Rim through its base in Mexico, corporate headquarters in the culturally diverse area of Southern California, and China. By maintaining solid liaison and representation at UN gatherings, PRIDE is preparing for important, practical projects to energize the potential of the many dedicated community organizations in need of empowerment.
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