Slovenian Women's Union of America

Slovenian Union of America (SUA) is an ethnic fraternal benefit and social organization for Slovene immigrants and their descendants in the United States.

The society is headquartered in Joliet, Illinois, and publishes a magazine called Zarja (The Dawn in English).

[1] Branch 20 held its first meeting with 14 charter members on June 11, 1928, at Mary Russ’ home at 1020 N. Broadway Street.

[1] The Slovenian Heritage Museum, located at the Joliet headquarters of the SUA, was founded in 1978 by Irene M. Odorizzi and dedicated in 1983.

[1] The museum features artifacts from Slovenia, including memorabilia, keepsakes, photos, and rare books.