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NYLESA is a vibrant and diverse group of people,

representing wide range of backgrounds, ages, cultures and

languages. Our members are united in helping each other

settle into life in a new city as well as supporting personal

development and employment opportunities – all within a

fun and welcoming community. Come join us!

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

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About NYLESA:

Established in May 2011 under the UN’s Dual Career & Spousal Mobility

Programme (DC&SM)

Part of a global network of other LESA’s (Local Expatriate Spouse

Associations) who cooperate with UN organizations through focal points

Founded and managed by UN spouses for UN spouses

Operated by volunteers

More than 400 subscribers

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

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Our Mission:

To support spouses and partners of UN staff members:

Settling into NYC

Networking and accessing career support

Enriching the personal development and finding a community of friends

Promoting own business and entrepreneurial ideas

To strengthen the UN community by improving the quality of life of the UN

spouses and families and, ultimately, the UN staff.

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

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Membership Profile:

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

GENDER

65% WOMEN 35% MEN

NATIONALITIES

UN AGENCIES

More than 43 nationalities represented

UNDP, UNICEF, UNFPA, SECRETARIAT, DESA, UN WOMEN..

As to May 2016

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Membership Benefits:

SETTLE INTO NYC

Get information about living in the area (housing, schools, healthcare, etc.)

Make friends and build a support network

Take advantage of arts and cultural events in NYC

Join us for excursions and weekend activities

GET CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT

Gain valuable information and tips about working in the US

Learn how to apply for a job and access job openings

Participate in our career and professional development workshops and seminars

Improve your networking skills

Obtain professional volunteer experience

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

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Membership Benefits:

CONTINUE YOUR PRESONAL DEVELOPMENT

Socialize at NYLESA coffee and cocktail gatherings

Practice your language skills at our language tables

Benefit from NYLESA coaching sessions

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS

Advertise your business or create partnerships with other members

Access exclusive services, perks and discounts offered to NYLESA members

Share your skills by offering a workshop

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

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Resources Available for Members:

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

Welcome Package for new members

Web with exclusive information available only for members:

Presentations and materials provided by recruiters and career coaches

Information to process the work permit

Photo galleries

Calendars of events

Web forums & Social Media profiles:

Facebook Official Page & closed group

LinkedIn Official Page & closed group

Twitter

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Regular Monthly Events:

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

Open Events (members, spouses and UN staff are welcome):

Coffee Gatherings

Cocktail Gatherings (evenings)

Family Days (weekends)

Closed Events (for NYLESA members only):

Career Support Tables

Cultural and gastronomic tours and workshops

Language Tables:

English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch..

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How to Become Member:

New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

Regular membership is open to any New York-based spouse or partner of a staff member.

Submit the Membership Online Application (available in www.nylesa.org)

Provide by email, courier or in person an ID verification document:

Copy of the G4 Visa, if the name of the spouse or partner (UN staff) appears in the annotation

section.

Copy of the UN family ID card

Pay the Annual Membership Fee of 30$ by paypal or cheque

Membership fee runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 of every year.

If joining after Nov 1, the membership fee is valid until Dec 31 of the next year.

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New York Local Expatriate Spouse Association

Supporting UN Spouses

www.nylesa.org | [email protected]

Please Join Us at One of Our Next Open Events!For more information about dates and venues please visit our web

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To find our more and to register for

membership, please visit us online

at www.nylesa.org

You can also email us with any

questions: [email protected]

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