@ECAatState Deputy Assistant Secretary Stefanie Williams kicked off a 3-week #IVLP exchange with sports-sector professionals from all over the world. The participants will meet Americans who are leading planning for upcoming FIFA and Olympic events in the U.S., visit venues, and learn about America's proven expertise in hosting mega sporting events. 🏆 ⚽ 🇺🇸
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This week, foreign leaders in government, law, and media are participating in a special International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) celebrating the tremendous legacy of the U.S. Constitution! 🇺🇸📜
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The International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) always begins with a review of American system of government. Learn why this is important: globaltiesus.org/why-ivlp-alway…
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The @StateDept’s International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) supports American diplomacy by strengthening relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields. IVLP exchange alumni include:
+500 current or former state
+1,600 current or former cabinet ministers
+1,000 current or former members of parliament
+500 current or former state
+1,600 current or former cabinet ministers
+1,000 current or former members of parliament
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Calling all 2024 IVLP alumni! The IVLP Impact Awards will help you launch projects that tackle pressing global challenges. The application is open from Jan 6 - Feb 14. Don’t miss your chance to create lasting change. 🌎 meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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In 2022, through the IVLP Impact Awards, IVLP alum Dr. Leonardo Menezes arranged trainings for health and safety professionals on response to major disasters and catastrophes in Brazil. 🚁
Learn more about Leonardo's 2022 project and the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards opportunity ZksIrR
@MeridianIntl | @EmbaixadaEUA | @exchangealumni | @WorldLearning | @CSWorldAffairs | @TulsaGlobal | @GlobalTiesSF
Learn more about Leonardo's 2022 project and the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards opportunity ZksIrR
@MeridianIntl | @EmbaixadaEUA | @exchangealumni | @WorldLearning | @CSWorldAffairs | @TulsaGlobal | @GlobalTiesSF
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💡 From small business development to improving public health, IVLP exchange alumni are driving meaningful change worldwide. Through the #IVLP Impact Awards, recent IVLP #ExchangeAlumni can build on their exchange experience and make a lasting impact. Apply Jan 6 - Feb 14! meridian.org/announcement/i…
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In 2022, through the #IVLP Impact Awards, IVLP alumna Adriany Badrah created an informational film and hosted a community discussion to help counter the spread of violent extremism in Indonesia. 🎬
Learn more about Adriany's project and the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards opportunity b8PbgH
@exchangealumni @ECAatState @usembassyjkt @AC_IVLP @VCWA @ICCR12 @GulfDiplomacy @GlobalTiesAZ @GlobalMinnesota @MeridianIntl
Learn more about Adriany's project and the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards opportunity b8PbgH
@exchangealumni @ECAatState @usembassyjkt @AC_IVLP @VCWA @ICCR12 @GulfDiplomacy @GlobalTiesAZ @GlobalMinnesota @MeridianIntl
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Launched in 1940, the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is the @StateDept's foundational professional exchange program. Each year, U.S. embassies nominate thousands of international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields to participate in the t the #IVLP at eca.state.gov/IVLP.
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🌍 The IVLP Impact Awards are back! The 2025 application is open from Jan 6 - Feb 14, 2025.
If you're a recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni, apply now to turn your community project idea into a global solution: meridian.org/announcement/i…
If you're a recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni, apply now to turn your community project idea into a global solution: meridian.org/announcement/i…
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, was an extraordinary humanitarian and champion for peace. His tireless spirit and dedication to building a better world inspired people all over the globe, including many #IVLP participants. Through people-to-people inue the mission of bringing people together to find peaceful solutions to international challenges.
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In 2000, cultural heritage experts from Japan participated in an #IVLP exchange to explore ways to work with U.S. counterparts to locate missing Okinawan cultural heritage properties. After returning home, they helped list the missing items in the FBI's Stolen Art File, leading . statemag.state.gov/2025/01/0125fe…
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"It was absolutely amazing to have people come from around the world to Converge Media and be amazed and be so interested in the things that we do. I hope they took away the importance of standing on principle and leading with integrity." - Erik Kalligraphy of @WWConverge after dia professionals during an #IVLP exchange. whereweconverge.com/post/african-j…
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Happy New Year from the #IVLP family! We wish you a healthy and joyous 2025! 🎆🎇🎉
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This year, through the @StateDept's International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP), 4,164 international leaders engaged with Americans in 118 U.S. communities on a variety of issues of global significance, including countering transnational crime, fostering innovation, and nomic opportunity.
Thank you to our IVLP implementing partners, U.S. speakers and hosts, and IVLP exchange alumni for contributing to another amazing year of this program. In 2025, we look forward to forging new international connections and celebrating the IVLP's 85th anniversary! 🎆
@ECAatState @exchangealumni @GlobalTiesUS
Thank you to our IVLP implementing partners, U.S. speakers and hosts, and IVLP exchange alumni for contributing to another amazing year of this program. In 2025, we look forward to forging new international connections and celebrating the IVLP's 85th anniversary! 🎆
@ECAatState @exchangealumni @GlobalTiesUS
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Impact of Exchange! Inspired by Dr. Teresa Greely's oceanography camp for girls in Florida, #IVLP #HiddenNoMore alumna Stacey Payne-Mascall is developing a customized educational curriculum for students in Antigua and Barbuda on ocean life, the blue economy, and the importance of ip.
@USEmbassyBtown @exchangealumni @ECAatState
@USEmbassyBtown @exchangealumni @ECAatState
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In November, the community of New Castle, Kentucky welcomed 10 women leaders from all over the world for an #IVLP. Together, they exchanged cultural perspectives and professional expertise related to bolstering women's participation and leadership in government, business, and lqjv1o7Ao
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Building Bridges, Building Homes 🏠💪 Community leaders from Georgia recently experienced American volunteerism up close during an #IVLP exchange. They met with nonprofit and local government leaders across the U.S., including Habitat for Humanity Buffalo, where they helped local families’ homes and Orlando Union Rescue Mission, where they served hot meals for the guests.
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Professionals from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 recently participated in an #IVLP to meet with Americans across the USA 🇺🇸 and examine educational strategies and opportunities that empower deaf and hard of hearing students. They are already planning to apply what they learned to their work ECAatState @MeridianIntl @GlobalAustin @IIBuff @GlobalRochester
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Prasanna Gettu's 2003 #IVLP exchange experience provided invaluable connections and insights on how stakeholders in the United States work together to address domestic violence. She continues to apply these lessons to her work in India to this day. spanmag.state.gov/fighting-viole…
#ExchangeAlumni
#ExchangeAlumni
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🌟 Join us for a virtual IVLP Impact Award Application Info Session! 🌟
Are you a recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni with a vision to make a difference in your community? The IVLP Impact Awards are your opportunity to turn that vision into reality! Join an information session to learn lication process. meridian.org/announcement/i…
Are you a recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni with a vision to make a difference in your community? The IVLP Impact Awards are your opportunity to turn that vision into reality! Join an information session to learn lication process. meridian.org/announcement/i…
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Transitional justice is having a moment in West Africa. Earlier this year, transitional justice leaders from West Africa visited the U.S. for an #IVLP exchange where they met with civil rights leaders in Washington, DC, Birmingham and Montgomery, AL, and Tulsa, OK. statemag.state.gov/2024/12/1224it…
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This year, @PacificForum joined the @GlobalTiesUS Network as the #IVLP implementing partner for Hawaii. In 2024, they welcomed over 50 participants in Hawaii for IVLPs focused on the U.S. Indo-Pacific strategy, marine research advancements, critical technology partnerships, and hank you, Pacific Forum Team! 👏 👏 👏
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Leaders of the City of Collinsville, Oklahoma recently met with Georgian community leaders to exchange approaches to promoting volunteerism. This #IVLP group deeply appreciated hearing about Collinsville's model and plan to apply what they learned to increase volunteerism in newson6.com/story/6761781b…
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SNEAK PREVIEW! Check out a preview of the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards application at meridian.org/announcement/i…
This application will be open from January 6, 2025 to February 14, 2025 - recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni are eligible to apply.
This application will be open from January 6, 2025 to February 14, 2025 - recent #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni are eligible to apply.
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To infinity and beyond! 🚀 Join us tomorrow at 9:30 am ET to hear about innovative efforts to promote international cooperation and mutual understanding in space - starring four amazing #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni!
meridian.org/announcement/i…
#SpaceDiplomacy
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#SpaceDiplomacy
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Cheers to 84 years! 🎉 🎉 🎉
Since December 16, 1940, the @StateDept's International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) has promoted peace, enhanced global cooperation, and built meaningful people-to-people ties between Americans and people around the world.
Since December 16, 1940, the @StateDept's International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) has promoted peace, enhanced global cooperation, and built meaningful people-to-people ties between Americans and people around the world.
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This year, #ExchangeAlumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) completed IVLP Impact Award projects in over 100 countries!
Interested 2024 IVLP alumni, stay tuned, the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards application period is coming soon! 🏆 go.meridian.org/IVLPImpactAwar…
ate @exchangealumni @GlobalTiesUS
Interested 2024 IVLP alumni, stay tuned, the 2025 IVLP Impact Awards application period is coming soon! 🏆 go.meridian.org/IVLPImpactAwar…
ate @exchangealumni @GlobalTiesUS
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Cyber-resilience ➡️ Strong communities! Through the #IVLP Impact Awards, Osazee Isonarae launched the SafeCyber Community Initiative to increase cybersecurity awareness and enhance the digital literacy skills of youth and small businesses in Nigeria. meridian.org/profile/osazee…
alumni @ECAatState @MeridianIntl @IVLPIIEDC
alumni @ECAatState @MeridianIntl @IVLPIIEDC
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The U.S. is working together with international partners to ensure artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are developed responsibly and used as a force for good. Recently, leaders in tech from East Asia participated in an #IVLP exchange to meet with American policy experts, sector leaders and discuss the intersection of AI ethics, policymaking, innovation, and security.
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Running a newspaper in a small town in the U.S. is no easy feat. In Paxton, Illinois, Indian media professionals met with Will Brumleve, news editor of the Ford County Chronicle, and Mayor of Paxton Bill Ingold, to discuss the value of community journalism in a rural area. fordcountychronicle.com/articles/busin…
#IVLP
#IVLP
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Inspired by his #IVLP visit to the Challenger Center in Washington, DC, Eigirdas Sarkanas, IVLP Impact Awardee from Lithuania 🇱🇹, launched the SpaceLab for Kids project. This initiative introduces children to space exploration and STEM fields, fostering teamwork and . meridian.org/profile/eigird…
#ExchangeAlumni #SpaceDiplomacy
#ExchangeAlumni #SpaceDiplomacy
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Kosovan leaders in energy sector visited the United States to explore best practices in developing industry standards, workforce, and policies in renewable energy.💡Here is a glimpse from their time in Colorado! #IVLP
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Happy Thanksgiving from the #IVLP team! We are thankful for our phenomenal IVLP network partners and collaborators, our amazing exchange alumni, and all of our current and upcoming participants. 🦃 ❤️
What are you thankful for this year?
What are you thankful for this year?
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Education officials from Nigeria 🇳🇬 participated in an #IVLP exchange focused on peace education. They visited DC, where they engaged in lectures at #USHMM and roundtable discussions with #USIP, as well as Montgomery and Birmingham, Alabama where they explored the history of ce, and civil rights movement.
Photo credit: United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Photographer: Joel Mason-Gaines
Photo credit: United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Photographer: Joel Mason-Gaines
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Each of us can make a difference in the fight against human trafficking. On December 4 at 9:30 AM ET, join us to learn about innovative approaches to end human trafficking from all over the world. meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Enhance your professional skills and expand your world! Meet current and emerging leaders from all over the globe in your community through International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP), the @StateDept's premier professional exchange program. Visit globaltiesus.org to learn more.
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“During my participation in the IVLP program, I had the opportunity to visit various organizations and enterprises such as the Nebraska Innovation Campus, Common Good Farm, and the ECHO Collective, which significantly influenced my understanding of innovation, sustainable ultural exchange." - Bayan Toikebayeva, a business professional and IVLP Impact Awardee from Kazakhstan. #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Entrepreneurs from across Central Asia recently met with the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) to learn about state-wide initiatives to expand broadband access. Together, they discussed the impact of internet connectivity on entrepreneurship and small articularly in rural communities. ladailypost.com/central-asian-…
#IVLP
#IVLP
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“I’m grateful for the opportunity to exchange insights with our international guests and learn about the advancements and challenges in their countries related to computer science and educational technology,” said Jared Amalong, @sac_coe Director of Computer Science and Digital /j39sYBqF2o
#IVLP
#IVLP
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Recently, entrepreneurs and STEM experts from Kalamazoo connected with professionals from Quad countries 🇦🇺 🇮🇳 🇯🇵 🇺🇸 to discuss strategies to promote STEM education and women engagement in STEM innovation ecosystems. This #IVLP exchange is expanding skillsets, building meaningful and enhancing global cooperation.
Photo credit: @Globaltieskzoo
Photo credit: @Globaltieskzoo
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How can we encourage more young people to pursue Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) fields? 🔬 Join us tomorrow at 9:30 am EDT to hear about innovative international efforts to promote STEAM education among youth.
Register in advance: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
Register in advance: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Music can unite 🤝, inspire 💡, and amplify 📣 efforts to promote positive social change. During a September #IVLP exchange, 13 musicians and music professionals from around the world participated in a collaborative performance at the Greenwood Social Hall in Kansas City, cy
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AUKUS is a partnership between Australia 🇦🇺, the United Kingdom 🇬🇧, and the United States 🇺🇸 that deepens scientific, technological, and industrial cooperation, especially on maritime innovation. Last week, 6 professionals from Australia and the UK began an #IVLP examining l emerging technologies, meeting with U.S. universities and research centers, and exploring potential areas to expand collaboration in support of AUKUS Pillar II.
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This week, 11 government officials, business and nonprofit leaders, and academic professionals from Quad countries 🇦🇺 🇮🇳 🇯🇵 🇺🇸 arrived in the U.S. for an International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) focused on empowering women in STEM.
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This week, the @StateDept launched two International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) exchanges to promote STEM education and enhance cooperation with AUKUS and Quad partners in critical emerging technology (CET). Collaborations in quantum computing, AI, and cyber deliver to the region. state.gov/enhancing-coop…
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The Maryland National Guard (@MDNG) recently hosted more than 30 #IVLP participants from NATO member states and aspirant countries to discuss aviation and cyber defense missions and their long-standing partnership with Bosnia and Herzegovina and Estonia through the Partnership Program. defense.gov/News/News-Stor… #NATO
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On November 6, tune in to learn about cutting-edge strategies for fostering entrepreneurship and innovation from changemakers in Bolivia, Bulgaria, Jordan, and Mauritania. Register to attend: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#ExchangeAlumni #IVLP
#ExchangeAlumni #IVLP
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The #HiddenNoMore #IVLP initiative fosters a global community of women leaders in STEM and celebrates the vital contributions of women in scientific and technological advancement. We are delighted to welcome women leaders from 46 countries for this years' program! 👩🏾🔬 🔬 🧪
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This week, women leaders in STEM from 46 countries arrived in Washington, DC for the 2024 "Hidden No More: Empowering Women Leaders in STEM" #IVLP exchange. After their DC program, they will travel across the United States to meet with American with STEM experts, researchers, and s. state.gov/women-leaders-…
#HiddenNoMore
#HiddenNoMore
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In celebration of 75 years of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Indonesia, the @StateDept welcomed 10 young professionals from Indonesia for an #IVLP exchange this week! They will meet with American academics, policy experts, and community leaders to discuss s and explore our shared values. 🇺🇸 🇮🇩 #IndonesiaUSA75
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In Maryland, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller and Secretary of State Susan Lee met with #IVLP participants to highlight state and local efforts to strengthen global security. Participants also learned about the MD National Guard's support for NATO's goals of peace, stability and xaiJmKkY04
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Meet STEM expert and IVLP #ExchangeAlumni Ella Marina Konan from Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮! Ella is leading change in the field of STEM education and gender equality in her community through her 2024 IVLP Impact Award project. 🔬 👩🏾🔬 Check it out! meridian.org/profile/ella-m…
#HiddenNoMore #IVLP
#HiddenNoMore #IVLP
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This week, a special #IVLP exchange focused on NATO's enduring legacy of collective defense kicked off in Washington, DC. After the DC program, the international participants will travel to Maryland, Virginia, and Colorado to meet with a variety of American security experts. #WeAreNATO
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Through the @StateDept's International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP), over 30 public officials, academics, and security analysts from NATO member states and aspirant countries are engaging with Americans on outcomes of the July 2024 NATO Summit in Washington, DC, and isinformation, cyber-attacks, and other contemporary challenges. state.gov/u-s-department…
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On a recent #IVLP exchange focused on combating racism in sports, participants from Spain 🇪🇸 engaged with Juan Carlos Ramos from Radio Tropical, Telemundo 42, and Jambalaya News in New Orleans. They discussed the importance of representation in sports media, the role of g racial biases, inclusive sports opportunities, and more.
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Recently, young European Leaders traveled across the country on an #IVLP to deepen their understanding of current social, political, and economic issues in the US. They met with Americans at all levels of the political system to discuss a variety of topics, including ility, education, regional economic challenges, and more.
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Congratulations to the 2024 Global Anti-Racism Champions Awardees! Through an #IVLP exchange, they will meet their American counterparts and explore ways we can work together to combat racism and promote equality, dignity, and justice for all.
@ECAatState @US_SRREJ @MeridianIntl
@ECAatState @US_SRREJ @MeridianIntl
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Hear from IVLP exchange alumni on October 23rd about the innovative ways they are countering #disinformation and promoting media literacy in Ghana, Lesotho, Tajikistan, and Venezuela.
Register now to watch live: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
Register now to watch live: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Meet Leonardo Simón Crisóstomo Loncopán, 2024 IVLP Impact Award recipient from Chile 🇨🇱! Leonardo has dedicated his life to indigenous land conservation and his impact project aims to create Chile’s first Indigenous Conservation Area. 🗺️ meridian.org/profile/leonar…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Recently, the @StateDept welcomed European law enforcement and security experts for an #IVLP on regional collaboration in combating transnational crime. They visited DC, Tucson, Des Moines, Tulsa, and NYC to meet with their American counterparts and learn more about the U.S. .
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The @StateDept recently hosted an #IVLP exchange focused on building university partnerships between HBCUs in the U.S. and universities across Africa. Participants attended @usedgov's annual HBCU Week conference in Philadelphia and visited HBCUs in Birmingham, Atlanta, and ://t.co/zGYGa2Pd9x
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Exchanges are out of this world! The U.S.-Estonia Space Cooperation #IVLP brought together Estonian officials and American experts to strengthen space policy, industry, and workforce development. Thanks to @NASA, @NOAA, @USEmbTallinn, @estonia_in_us, @Exchanges360, Boulder rs, and @IntlOrlando.
#WorldSpaceWeek #SpaceDiplomacy
#WorldSpaceWeek #SpaceDiplomacy
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Do you want to know what it takes to create a career in hip hop? Hear from Josh Eggington AKA Flewnt, a hip hop artist and IVLP exchange alumni, on #MentorTalks, October 15 at 8am ET: bit.ly/MentorTalksFle…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni #MusicDiplomacy
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni #MusicDiplomacy
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Building a Global Network for Climate Action! 🌎 Last week, climate advocates from all over the world visited Washington, DC for the start of the @StateDept's Climate Crisis #IVLP initiative. This week, they are visiting communities across the U.S. to explore local climate Action
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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 💻 🔐
Join us on October 9th to hear from cyber experts from Iraq, Montenegro, Nigeria, and Slovenia about their efforts to promote cybersecurity in their communities. Register now: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
Join us on October 9th to hear from cyber experts from Iraq, Montenegro, Nigeria, and Slovenia about their efforts to promote cybersecurity in their communities. Register now: meridian.org/announcement/i…
#IVLP #ExchangeAlumni
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Recently, election officials from Cote D’Ivoire 🇨🇮 participated in an #IVLP exchange focused on the U.S. electoral process and mechanisms for promoting transparency and accountability in elections. They visited DC, Kentucky, and Colorado for engaging meetings with elections icials, and others involved in the voting process. 🗳
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Earlier this week, the #IVLP team attended the Diplomacy Begins Here Summit in New Orleans ⚜️ where we learned more about New Orleans' unique culture and creative economy. We also explored the local impact of international exchanges and connected with the #IVLPCommunity from hank @globalNOLA, @GlobalTiesUS, and all others who supported this event! #IAmDiplomacy
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The #IVLP team is at the 2024 Diplomacy Begins Here Summit in New Orleans! This regional summit is exploring the unique culture of New Orleans ⚜️, the city’s dynamic creative economy, the essential connections built through international exchange programs, and more. #IAmDiplomacy
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"When I say IV, you say LP!"🎵
This week, @StateDept welcomed music artists and professionals from 13 countries for an #IVLP exploring how the power of music can make a positive impact on society. They met with @ECAatState Deputy Assistant Secretary Nicole Elkon and other iscussion on #MusicDiplomacy.
@CultureAtState @EconAtState @CulturalVistas
This week, @StateDept welcomed music artists and professionals from 13 countries for an #IVLP exploring how the power of music can make a positive impact on society. They met with @ECAatState Deputy Assistant Secretary Nicole Elkon and other iscussion on #MusicDiplomacy.
@CultureAtState @EconAtState @CulturalVistas
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Hiring, training, and retaining a top-tier cybersecurity workforce is a shared priority for the U.S. and countries around the world. During a recent #IVLP exchange, Indonesian cyber workforce experts explored these topics with representatives from @DeptofDefense. defense.gov/News/News-Stor…
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Empowering youth to #EndGBV! Through the #IVLP Impact Awards, Regina Asamoah, a journalist and advocate for children and gender rights from Ghana 🇬🇭, is equipping young girls and boys with awareness and skills to combat gender-based violence (GBV). meridian.org/profile/regina…
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Americans can build meaningful people-to-people ties between the U.S. 🇺🇸 and countries around the world 🌍 by interacting with international exchange programs like the #IVLP.
Check out the Global Ties U.S. website to learn more about opportunities to get involved in your /nIlzPRH3Uh
Check out the Global Ties U.S. website to learn more about opportunities to get involved in your /nIlzPRH3Uh
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Through the IVLP Impact Awards, Nastya Popandopulos, Executive Director of Victory Center and #IVLP alumna from Ukraine 🇺🇦, is using horse-assisted therapy techniques to promote emotional healing, resilience, and psychological well-being for war-affected children in Ukraine. meridian.org/profile/nastya…
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Inspired by their international exchange experience, 120 changemakers from over 100 countries are implementing #IVLP Impact Award projects this year to address challenges facing their home communities – and the world. 🌎
Learn more: eca.state.gov/ivlp/ivlp-impa…
@ECAatState anIntl @GlobalTiesUS
Learn more: eca.state.gov/ivlp/ivlp-impa…
@ECAatState anIntl @GlobalTiesUS
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Building Trust by Fostering Transparency! Join us on September 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM ET to hear about innovative efforts to promote transparency and accountability in Albania 🇦🇱, Cabo Verde 🇨🇻, the DRC 🇨🇩, and Guyana 🇬🇾.
Register here: meridian.org/announcement/i…
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Register here: meridian.org/announcement/i…
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To end human trafficking, we must work together across borders. Recently, anti-trafficking experts from Central and South America met with their professional counterparts in Missouri and Montana to network and share best practices to combat human trafficking. #IVLP
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IVLP exchanges advance economic growth and innovation! 💡 This week, Iraqi intellectual property (IP) practitioners met with innovators and IP experts in Lincoln, NE to discuss the development, protection, and commercialization of new technologies used in agriculture 🌽, robotic elds. #IVLP
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Excited to discover Sister City connections between the U.S. their home country, these #IVLP participants from Papua New Guinea are looking forward to strengthening collaboration between Charleston, South Carolina and Lae, Papua New Guinea + Poplar, Wisconsin and Madang, Papua New Guinea. 🇺🇸 🇵🇬
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Ukrainian arts administrators recently participated in an #IVLP and engaged with American arts professionals on the importance of art and challenges in cultural preservation.
Highlights of their program in New York City included visits to the Museum of Jewish Heritage and e Folksbiene (NYTF), the World Monuments Fund (WMF), and the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA).
Highlights of their program in New York City included visits to the Museum of Jewish Heritage and e Folksbiene (NYTF), the World Monuments Fund (WMF), and the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA).
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Empowering future leaders! 💪 Join us on August 28, 2024 to hear about efforts to build youth leadership capacity in Cyprus, Ethiopia, Morocco, and South Africa. This conversation will be led by #IVLP #ExchangeAlumni.
Register in advance:meridian.org/announcement/i…
Register in advance:meridian.org/announcement/i…
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Through the #IVLP, spokespersons from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) visited DC, Georgia, and Minnesota and engaged with government, civil society, and media institutions to explore best practices on promoting transparency and building public trust.
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Expanding global networks to fight human trafficking! More than 80 anti-trafficking leaders from around the world have connected with the U.S. Department of Defense through the @StateDept's International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) this fiscal year.
Read more: defense.gov/News/News-Stor…
Read more: defense.gov/News/News-Stor…
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Olga, Consultant at Rapid Expert Support for Culture and Media Policies in Ukraine, and other arts experts from Ukraine 🇺🇦 are meeting with American arts professionals and engaging on strategies to preserve and promote Ukrainian cultural heritage through the @StateDept's eadership Program (#IVLP).
@USEmbassyKyiv @UkrInstitute @ECAatState @MCIDWashington @GlobalTiesDet @IntlOrlando
@USEmbassyKyiv @UkrInstitute @ECAatState @MCIDWashington @GlobalTiesDet @IntlOrlando
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Through conversations with American arts professionals, Galyna, Co-founder and General Producer of Open Opera Ukraine, and other arts experts from Ukraine 🇺🇦 are deepening their understanding of the power of art and culture to inspire and embolden communities. #IVLP
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International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) exchanges can vary from 2 days to 3 weeks. During that time, international participants visit U.S. communities and deepen their understanding of American society, history, and culture.
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View the U.S. communities IVLP participants o/lJQaFuXGRA
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Happy International Youth Day! The @StateDept recently hosted emerging political leaders from around the world for an #IVLP exchange. During their time in the USA, they met with their American counterparts and explored ways to inspire and empower youth.
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Happy @ASEAN Day! In support of the U.S. relationship with ASEAN, the @StateDept is hosting leaders from the ASEAN Secretariat in the U.S. for an International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) exchange focused on leadership capacity building.
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Exchanges for a healthy planet! In June, professionals from Central Asia participated in an #IVLP on environmental protection. Together with their American counterparts, they explored cooperation in the environmental and energy sectors and efforts to promote economic growth while ent. 🌍
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