Igbo Union Atlanta Igbo Union Atlanta The Igbo Union Atlanta was founded in 1984 as a cultural organization designed for people of the Igbo culture who reside in the Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The IUA strives to enhance our civilization through self reliant business, industry and culture that empowers each member, male or female, young or old, in balance with the social and economic environment, to survive more efficiently and live more comfortably both in our time and for generations that succeed us.