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Who's coming to
town?
October 28 -
November 3
Regional African
Project
Six Journalists
Focus:
Journalism November
10-12FranceOne
JournalistFocus: Immigration
Journalism November
13-17ItalyOne
European Commission Deputy
HeadFocus: Refugees November
14-20EcuadorFour
Environmental NGO
DirectorsFocus:
Sweet Water Aquariums
November
17-23
IndonesiaEight Environmental
Government Officials & NGO
LeadersFocus: Environmental Law and
Governance
November
20-24
Multi-Regional Project
Fourteen
Public Health RepresentativesFocus:
HIV/AIDS November
21-24ChileOne
Academy and University
CoordinatorFocus: Science and
Technology
December 4-8
Iraq
Six Juvenile Justice
Government
Officials
Focus: Juvenile Justice
Systems
GCIV
Home
Hospitality OpportunitiesThursday, November 11th
- One journalist from France would like
to experience home hospitality with a GCIV host in
Atlanta. She is participating in the U.S. State
Department's International Visitor Leadership
Program, focusing on immigration journalism. She
is available at 6:30 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by an interpreter. Monday, November
15th - One European Commission Deputy Head
from Italy
would like to experience home hospitality with a
GCIV host in Atlanta. She is participating in the
U.S. State Department's International Visitor
Leadership Program, focusing on refugees. She is
available at 6:30 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by an interpreter. Monday, November 22nd
- One American Academy of Science and
Technology Coordinator from Chile would like
to experience home hospitality with a GCIV host in
Atlanta. She is participating in the U.S. State
Department's International Visitor Leadership
Program, focusing on science and technology. She
is available at 6:30 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by an interpreter.
Please
note: Home hospitality opportunities are
available to GCIV members
only. Hosts are asked to provide
transportation to and from the hotel on the
evening of home hospitality. If you are interested
in hosting visitors in your home for dinner on any
of these dates, please contact Emily O'Harris at 404-832-5560 x
15.
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GCIV
would like to thank our Lifetime Members and
members who have made financial contributions
during October 2010:
Consul
($250+)
Yonni
Kim
Citizen Diplomat
($50+)
Ronnie Anderson
Karen
Babino
Judy Cantwell
Linda Farrell
Jean
Rich Keenan
Mazlum Kosma
Habib Osta
Lee
Pasackow
Renate Vasquez
Thomas
Watkins
Richard Welch
Envoy
($25+)
Eleanor Carter
Rob
Douthit
Thomas Eichelberger
Steve
Paek
Xaleon Shields
Ambassadors
Circle
Nicolas Aquino
Charles and
Nancy Bedford
Theodore R. Britton, Jr.
David
and Beverly Clyde
Enrique Flores
Lindsay and
Rosemary Davidson
Jim and Carol Dew
Raoul
"Ray" Donato
Kevin Glass
Mrs. Richard
Hallock
Jim and Sue Heerin
Scott and Laurie
Nichols
Ken and Linda Stewart
Shell
Stuart
Bruce and Sharon Taylor
Raul and
Annie-York Trujillo
Miller and Carolyn
Williams
Lynne Zappone
Lifetime
Members
Hans and Ada Almering
Pin Pin
Chau
Jim and Carol Dew
Lew and Anne
Hansen
Betty Haas
Alfred and Evelyn
Messer
Marianne McConnel
Helga
Siegel
Miguel Southwell
Claudia
Turner
George and Judy
Varga
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Trustees
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Nichols,
Chair
StandUp For Kids
W.
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Invesco
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Heerin,
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Atlanta Council on
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Georgia State University
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Honorary Consul General of the
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J. David
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Spinnaker Medical Consultants
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Georgia
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of the Philippines
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& Wynne
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Pierson Global Group
Jai
Rogers
Children's Healthcare of
Atlanta
John Saunders
Honorary Consul of
Finland
Ken Stewart
Georgia Institute of
Technology
Mark Towery
GEO Strategy
Partners
Henrie Treadwell
Morehouse
School of Medicine
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German American
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Inc.
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InterContinental
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About
GCIV
The Georgia Council for International
Visitors builds relationships between the
people of our state and leaders around the world.
Our vision is that every Georgia citizen
has the opportunity to be more globally
engaged.
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Save the Date for the 2011
International Consular Ball
Be sure to mark your calendar for GCIV's 30th
annual International Consular Ball. The event will take
place on Saturday, May
7, 2011 at the elegant Piedmont Driving Club. The
International Consular Ball provides an opportunity for
Georgia's business and civic communities to join GCIV in
honoring the members of the Consular Corps for their
role in building valuable relationships between our
region and the world. Atlanta's premier international
event, the International Consular Ball brings together
the business, civic, education, and diplomatic
communities for a dynamic evening of networking and
celebration. Please
contact Shell Stuart at
404-832-5560 x 21
to learn
about sponsorship opportunities.
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Delegation
Spotlight
In October,
GCIV had the pleasure of hosting a Nigerian delegation,
pictured above with Atlanta City Councilman Kwanza Hall.
The group was participating in the U.S. Department of
State's International Visitor Leadership Program
focusing on religious freedom and interfaith dialogue.
The diverse delegation included an Islamic chief, an
assistant to the chief, a legal counselor, a lecturer,
two media representatives, a church administrator, a
provincial chairman, and two school representatives.
While in the U.S. they sought to learn about faith-based
issues and inter-faith dialogue, to visit
peace-promoting civil society organizations, to observe
the peaceful coexistence of different religious faiths,
and to better understand the U.S. in terms of religious
tolerance and foreign policy in the Middle East.
While in Atlanta, the Nigerian delegates met
with representatives from the American Civil Liberties Union of
Georgia, Atlanta Interfaith Broadcasters, Azizah Magazine, Mohammed Schools of Atlanta, Kuck
Immigration Partners LLC, AIDS
Alliance for Faith and Health, Al-Farooq Masjid, and Atlanta City
Councilman Kwanza Hall. The group also enjoyed visits to
the Georgia Aquarium, Inside CNN Studio Tour, Horizon Theatre Company, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic
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GCIV Blog: New York Times
Article Highlights IVLP Citizen Diplomacy
Efforts
The International Visitor Leadership
Program (IVLP), which GCIV implements for the state of
Georgia on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, was
highlighted in a September New York Times article. The
article, "Feeling Slighted by France, and Respected by
the U.S." is about the outreach efforts of the U.S.
Embassy in France towards young residents in immigrant
enclaves around Paris. The IVLP program is one of the
embassy's best tools for recognizing and developing
promising leaders in these communities. GCIV
hosted IVLP alumni Mr. Aziz Senni, interviewed for the
article, in 2006. While in Atlanta, he met with
representatives from Another Way Out Inc., Atlanta Interfaith Broadcasters, Hapeville Police Department, and Second Mount Vernon Baptist Church to
gain a better understanding of American views on
immigration, minority rights, and multi-religious
coexistence. He also enjoyed home hospitality with GCIV
Member Laura Gilmore and visits to the Ebenezer Baptist Church and the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic
Site. Click here for a link to the article and to
leave your own comments about citizen diplomacy on
GCIV's
blog. |
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Give them the
world!
 Not sure what to give your friends,
neighbors, co-workers and loved ones for the holidays?
Why not give them the world! A gift of membership in
GCIV provides unique opportunities to meet emerging
world leaders and learn first-hand about global issues.
Gifts of membership are tax-deductible, and for
each gift you make between now and December 31st, you'll
be entered in a drawing for a new iPod nano. Give them
the world, and maybe get a little something for yourself
too. Contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x17 to
arrange your gift today! |
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Reserve Your Great
Decisions Books Today
 Are you passionate about foreign
affairs? Do you love to debate? Start a
Great Decisions discussion group in your community
today! The Foreign Policy Association (FPA) just
released the 2011 Great Decisions topics included in
their nonpartisan briefing books:
- Rebuilding Haiti
- U.S. National Security
- Horn of Africa
- Responding to the Financial Crisis
- Germany Ascendant
- Sanctions and Nonproliferation
- The Caucasus
- Global Governance
GCIV works with a number
of community organizations and neighborhoods to create
and sustain discussion groups. If you are interested in
starting your own Great Decisions group, joining an
existing group, or would like to pre-order your 2011
Great Decisions books, please contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x
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Consular
Corps-ner
 In order to encourage partnerships
between France and the Southeastern United States, the
Consulate General of France in Atlanta and Georgia
Institute of Technology co-present an ambitious project
of cooperation, "France-Atlanta: Together Towards
Innovation," November 29 - December 12,
2010. Centered on innovation and presented under
the High Auspices of the French Ambassador to the United
States, Pierre Vimont, the Governor of Georgia, Sonny
Perdue and the Mayor of Atlanta, Kasim Reed, this
project presents a series of high-quality events in the
domains of science, economics, the arts, and
humanitarianism. For event details and more information,
please visit www.france-atlanta.org. |
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Don't Miss the Young
Leaders 2010 Conference
GCIV Envoy members have a special opportunity to
attend the Young Leaders 2010 Conference, presented in
partnership with the World Affairs Council of Atlanta
and the GSU Robinson College of Business. Attendees will
gain an understanding of competitiveness and
sustainability. A number of renowned academic scholars,
corporate executives, and community leaders have been
confirmed as speakers including Mr. Afzaal Malik, vice
president of International Government Relations at The
Coca-Cola Company, Dr. Steven Olson, co-founder of The
Center for Ethics and Corporate Responsibility, and Mr.
John Hardman, Investment Manager for First Light
Ventures and Gray Ghost Ventures. Conference topics
include the role of leadership in geo-politics,
technologies, markets (trade and finance), resources
(energy and environment), and civil society. Discounted
registration is still available for GCIV members before
November 11th at $55 per person. For more information
and to register contact Nicole Rateau.
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Annual Istanbul Center Art and Essay
Contest
 Middle and high school students in Alabama,
Flordia, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee are
invited to submit an original artwork and/or essay on
the theme of "Empathy: Walking in Another's Shoes." The
purpose of the contest is to have students think about
and be involved in solving social problems in our world
today. Each year the program theme looks towards global
peace and intercultural understanding. The prizes
include all-expense paid trips to Turkey and gift cards
for both students and teachers! For more information
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Upcoming GCIV
Events
Friday, November 12th, 12:00 -
1:30 PM
Citizen Diplomacy Lunch
GCIV
presents the next Citizen Diplomacy Lunch including a
presentation by Vicki Flier Hudson, "Divided - Ignited -
United: A New Model to Test Your Global Readiness!"
Technology like mobile devices and Skype are connecting
more people around the world than ever, yet
communication challenges across cultures remain. Find
out where you stand and how to take the next steps
forward toward more effective work across borders and
greater diplomacy in our communities. There is no cost
to attend, but you must be a GCIV member and RSVP in
advance. Contact Nicole Rateau to register and for more
information.
Saturday, November
13th, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Young Leaders 2010
Conference
Presented in partnership
with the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and the GSU
Robinson College of Business, the conference prepares
young professionals for "Leadership in the New World
Economy: Competitiveness and Sustainability." The event
will be held at The Commerce Club, 191 Peachtree Street,
Atlanta, GA 30303. Contact Nicole Rateau to register and for more
information.
Monday, November 15th, 6:00 -
8:00 PM
International Dining
Experience: Nakato
Get to know other GCIV members
and share your questions, experiences and insights about
hosting international visitors in your home. GCIV's International Dining
Experiences (IDEs) take place at a different
international restaurant around the 15th day of the
month. The meal is prefaced by announcements of GCIV's
current and upcoming activities, as well as
introductions of any international visitors present.
Don't forget to bring a guest - this is a great way to
introduce your friends and neighbors to GCIV!
Reservations are required. We will be welcoming a
delegation of Environmental NGO leaders from
Ecuador. Meet at Nakato Japanese
Restaurant, 1776 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta, GA
30324. The price is $25 per person and includes Hibachi
grill entrees, a nonalcoholic beverage, tax and
gratuity. Please contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 to
RSVP or for more information.
Tuesday, November 16th,
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Global Lunch
Forum
Join a GCIV international
exchange participant from Italy for a
lunchtime discussion about refugees. Our distinguished
visitor is a Deputy Head for the European Commission.
You can bring your own lunch at no cost, or order a
boxed lunch in advance for $10. Registration is
12:00-12:10 PM, and the Global Lunch Forum begins
promptly at 12:10 PM. Meet in the Logan Room of the
United Way Building, 100 Edgewood Avenue, Atlanta, GA
30303. Contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 to RSVP or
for more information.
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Community
Events
Thursday, November 4th, 6:00 -
8:30 PM
Helen Suzman Traveling Exhibit
Opening
Come celebrate and honor the work of
Helen Suzman, a recognized global leader in the fight
for human rights. A welcome and an introduction will be
provided by the Dean of the Martin Luther King, Jr.
International Chapel at Morehouse College and the
Consulate General of Israel. Presentations will be made
by the South African Ambassador and the Atlanta Jewish
Committee. The exhibition is at Morehouse College's
Leadership Conference Center, 830 Westview Drive SE,
Atlanta, GA 30314. Complimentary admission is available
with RSVP to suzmanexhibit@gmail.com.
Monday, November 8th,
4:00 PM
"Civil Discourse and the Politics of
Confrontation in America"
Emory University
Office of the Provost and Office of Community and
Diversity present: "Civil Discourse and the Politics of
Confrontation in America", a free, open to the public
event at Emory University Law School Tull Auditorium. To
learn more about the panelists and event detail
visit www.diversity.campuslifetech.org.
Thursday, November 11th,
Destination Nigeria
The American Nigerian
International Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner
with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council to host this
non-oil trade and investment conference. With the
support of the Nigerian Consulate General, the event
aims to bring U.S. and Nigerian stakeholders and
partners together for the purpose of exploring and
developing mutually beneficial business, trade and
investment opportunities in various Nigerian industries
and market sectors.
The conference is at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia, 4355
Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30346. To RSVP and
for more information, contact Emelia Orubele.
November 13th -
14th
National Veterans' POW WOW & Indian
Festival
The National Veterans' POW WOW &
Indian Festival at Boling Park in Canton, GA pays
tribute to the American Veteran and observes Native
American Awareness Month. The festival includes a Native
American dance competition, drums, warriors on
horseback, Thunder the American bison, native food
court, native arts and crafts, living Indian villages
and displays, primitive skills educators, archery, kids
activities, native story tellers, and much more.
Monday,
November 15th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM
"Spotlight on Turkey -
A Strategic Assessment of the Middle East's Newest
Power"
Part of
the IstanbulCenter
Lecture Series,
this presentation
is by Joshua W.
Walker, a postdoctoral fellow at Crown Center for Middle
Eastern Studies at Brandeis University and a fellow at
the German Marshall Fund based in Washington, D.C.
The event will be held at Georgia Tech's
Bill Moore Student Success Center in Press Rooms A and
B. Click here to RSVP and for more
information.
November 15th - 19th
International Education Week
International
Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the
benefits of international education and exchange
worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department
of State and the U.S. Department of Education aims to
promote programs that prepare Americans for a global
environment and attract future leaders from abroad to
study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United
States. For more information, visit www.iew.state.gov. GCIV is on the
forefront of international educational programs with
Today I Met..., a unique educational initiative
connecting global professionals to students in Georgia's
public and private schools. Click here to read more about it.
November 16th -
19th
U.S. Summit & Initiative for Global Citizen
Diplomacy
The U.S. Center for Citizen
Diplomacy (USCCD), in partnership with the U.S. State
Department and in support of more than 1000 NGOs across
the country conducting citizen diplomacy activities,
will convene a historic U.S. Summit for Global Citizen
Diplomacy in Washington, DC. The goal of the Summit and
ten year Initiative for Global Citizen Diplomacy is to
double the number of American volunteers of all ages
involved in international activities at home or abroad,
from an estimated 60 million today to 120 million by
2020. For more information, visit www.usc4cd.org/summit.
Thursday,
November 18th, 11:45 AM - 1:30
PM
"How a Deeper Understanding of
International Perspectives on Human Rights Is Impacting
American Foreign Policy and Social Policy
Globally"
The November Atlanta Council on
International Relations (ACIR) luncheon features a
presentation by Doug Shipman, executive director of the
National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Doug has an
extensive educational background in issues of race,
ethnicity, and gender including the relationship between
economics and poverty, the history of American minority
groups and religion as applied in social movements
including the American Civil Rights movement, the Indian
independence movement and the Buddhist environmental
movement in Southeast Asia. The meeting is at the
Capital City Club Downtown, and costs $30 for members,
$40 for non-members. Please email Francesca Cesa Bianchi to RSVP.
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