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October
2010
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GCIV's
Monthly Newsletter
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Georgia Council for
International Visitors
THE
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Who's coming to
town?
September 30 -
October
6Multi-Regional
ProjectEight
JudgesFocus: Judicial
Systems October
2-6YemenFive NGO Directors,
Professor, and EditorFocus: NGO
Management October
3-6SyriaTen Urban and Regional
PlannersFocus: Urban
Planning October
5-9NigeriaTen
VisitorsFocus: Religious Freedom and
Interfaith Dialogue
October
17-22
Multi-Regional
ProjectSeventeen
University OfficialsFocus:
Higher Education
October
20-23
Russia
Eight Public Health
Directors and DoctorsFocus:
Non-Communicable Diseases
October 28 -
November 3
Regional African
Project
Eight Journalists
Focus:
Journalism GCIV
Home
Hospitality OpportunitiesSunday, October 3rd
- Three NGO Directors, one professor and
one editor from Yemen would like
to experience home hospitality with GCIV hosts in
Atlanta. They are participating in the U.S. State
Department's International Visitor Leadership
Program, focusing on NGO Management. They are
available at 6:00 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by interpreters. We will divide the
delegation into smaller groups of 2 or 3 per
host. Monday, October
4th - Eight judges from Bulgaria, Cameroon,
Egypt, Mexico, Montenegro, Nigeria, and
Spain would like to experience home
hospitality with GCIV hosts in Atlanta. They are
participating in the U.S. State Department's
International Visitor Leadership Program, focusing
on U.S. judicial systems. They are available at
6:30 PM, and may or may not be accompanied by an
interpreter. We will divide the delegation into
smaller groups per host. Tuesday, October 5th
- Ten urban and regional planners from Syria would like
to experience home hospitality with GCIV hosts in
Atlanta. They are participating in the U.S. State
Department's International Visitor Leadership
Program, focusing on urban planning. They are
available at 6:30 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by interpreters. We will divide the
delegation into smaller groups or 2 or 3 per
host.
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
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GCIV
would like to thank our Lifetime Members and
members who have made financial contributions
during September 2010:
Ambassador
($1000+)
Ken
and Linda Stewart
Charge d'Affaires
($500+)
Kristian
Wolf
Consul
($250+)
Yonni Kim
John
Saunders
Mark
Towery
Citizen Diplomat
($50+)
Irene Bailey
Leni
Baker
Ranjani Balasubramaniam
Eugene and
Berlena Henry
Joyce Rennolds
Ted
Revilock
Richard Welch
Envoy
($25+)
Mel Meadows
Dan
Meyers
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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About
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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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NCIV's 50th Anniversary
Senate Resolution
GCIV's national organization, the National
Council for International Visitors, is proud to announce
that Senate Resolution 603 has passed, which
commemorates the 50th Anniversary of NCIV and
designates February 16, 2011, as "Citizen Diplomacy
Day." Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson, who is a member of
the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, co-sponsored the
resolution. The resolution honors NCIV's half century of
leadership in citizen diplomacy and commends the
achievements of the thousands of citizen diplomats in
the nationwide NCIV network who have worked for
generations to share the best of the United States with
foreign leaders, specialists, and scholars participating
in the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor
Leadership Program (IVLP) and other
exchanges.
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International Education
Week
International Education Week (IEW) is November
15-19, 2010. 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.
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Leadership in the New World
Economy
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 are still
being confirmed as speakers. Mr. Afzaal Malik, the vice
president of International Government Relations at The
Coca-Cola Company will provide the keynote address.
Early bird registration is available until October 31,
2010 at $45 for GCIV members. For more information and
to register contact Nicole
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Delegation
Spotlight
In September, GCIV had
the pleasure of hosting Mr. Tamim Chebti, pictured
above, a trader from The Netherlands' Ministry of
Finance. He was participating in the U.S. Department of
State's International Visitor Leadership Program,
examining trends in U.S. capital markets and treasury
bonds, learning about U.S. anti-trust laws, discussing
sovereign debt issues, and listening to American
perspectives on the global financial crisis. He also
hoped to learn about the diversity of Muslim communities
in the U.S., the organizations that represent their
interests, and initiatives that promote empowerment of
Muslim youth. While in Atlanta, Mr. Chebti met
with representatives from the Georgia Department of Banking and
Finance, Rainbow PUSH Coalition, United Parcel Service, Georgia Department of Economic
Development, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, and The
Coca-Cola Company. He also enjoyed a visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic
Site, Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, World of Coca-Cola, and networking with
GCIV members and CNN Journalism Fellows at a GCIV International Dining Experience.
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2011 Great Decisions Topics
Announced
 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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NCIV Citizen Diplomacy for
Emerging Leaders
As a part of its 50th
Anniversary observance, GCIV's national organization
NCIV is placing strong emphasis on developing
multigenerational leadership. The newly launched NCIV
Citizen Diplomacy Program for Emerging Leaders, made
possible by a grant from the Mitsubishi Electric America
Foundation, will select six students (ages 16-24) to
participate. These students will attend the 2011 NCIV
National Meeting in Washington, D.C. February 16-19,
2011. The goal of the program is to develop
participants' knowledge of world affairs, leadership and
communication skills, and instill a better understanding
of their responsibility as citizen diplomats.
Students and recent graduates from all
backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply, as
NCIV will strive to recruit a diverse and representative
class of emerging leaders to participate. Click here for more information and a copy of
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GCIV in the
News
GCIV and executive
director Shell Stuart were featured in the Atlanta
Business Chronicle in an article written by Dave
Williams and titled, "Citizen diplomat puts state's best
foot forward." The article delves into the International
Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the International
Consular Ball and GCIV's overall efforts to promote
citizen diplomacy. The article also features quotes from
GCIV trustee and Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce vice
president of Global Commerce Jorge Fernandez. Click here to read the
article. |
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Trustees in the
News
GCIV trustee
Ambassador Theodore R. Britton, Jr., a Montford Point
Marine, attended a ceremony at Camp Lejeune in August
recognizing a new senate resolution. The resolution
named August 26th Montford Point Marines Day. It's the
68th anniversary of the day when the first African
American Marines began to train at Montford Point. North
Carolina State Senator Richard Burr sponsored the
resolution and honored the Marines present for the
ceremony, including Ambassador Britton. A national
monument honoring the Marines is in planning stages. Click here to watch coverage of the ceremony
on News 14 Carolina. GCIV trustee, Jim
Munson, was recently acknowledged by the Expatriate
Management and Mobility Awards (EMMAs). The EMMAs are
intended to celebrate excellence and innovation in
global mobility programs as well as to recognize the
performance of service providers in supporting the
ambitions of corporate programs. Mr. Munson's company,
Munson International, was nominated for best "Relocation
Management Company of the
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Support Veterans for Smart
Power
 Veterans from across the country have been
signing a petition over the past few weeks to urge
Congress to elevate diplomacy and humanitarian
development alongside a strong defense. In other words,
a smart power national security strategy. If you are a
veteran, sign the petition and support the initiative at
www.vetsforsmartpower.org.
Anyone can support Veterans for Smart Power by joining the group on
Facebook. |
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Help Spread the Word About
Citizen Diplomacy!
Have you told your
friends about GCIV and encouraged them to become
members? GCIV's membership is critical to the success of
our organization, as it serves as an important indicator
of community support for the U.S. Department of State
and other agencies that rely on us to arrange programs
for hundreds of international visitors each year.
Becoming a member is easy and offers perks like
exclusive members only receptions and home hospitality
opportunities. Visit our membership page or contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 for
more information. Make
a tax-deductible contribution toward international
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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
visit www.artandessaycontest.com. |
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Japan Exchange and Teaching
(JET) Program
 The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program
invites university graduates to participate in
international exchange and foreign language education
throughout Japan. Established in 1987, JET has become
one of the largest exchange programs in the world. JET
Program participants work as either Assistant Language
Teachers (ALT), who are placed mainly in local boards of
education or public junior and senior high schools to
assist with English-language education, or as
Coordinators for International Relations (CIR), who work
in offices of local government authorities or related
organizations engaged in internationalization
activities. Apply by mid-November for positions starting
in July 2011. For more information visit www.us.emb-japan.go.jp. |
Upcoming GCIV
Events
Thursday, October
7th, 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Atlanta World Showcase
& Governor's International
Awards
GCIV is participating in the
Atlanta World Showcase, where attendees can mingle with
representatives of more than 50 nations and meet the
leaders of our international world. Following the
showcase is the Governor's International Awards and a
presentation by the Lifetime Achievement Award Winner,
Andrew Young, Former U.S. Ambassador and Chairman of
GoodWorks International. Both events are at the Georgia
International Convention Center. Register online at www.Chronicle-Events.com.
Friday, October 15th, 6:00
- 8:00 PM
International Dining
Experience: Nicola's Restaurant
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. Meet
at Nicola's Restaurant, 1602 LaVista Road, Atlanta,
Georgia 30329. The price is $25 per person and includes
a three-course Lebanese meal, a nonalcoholic beverage,
tax, gratuity, and live entertainment! Please contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 to
RSVP or 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, Georgia 30303. Contact Nicole Rateau for more
information.
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Community
Events
July 24th - October
3rd
Freedom's Sisters
The traveling
Smithsonian exhibition of female civil rights leaders is
currently at the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum.
Freedom's Sisters is interactive and engaging as it
brings to life twenty African American women, from key
19th-century historical figures to contemporary leaders,
who fought for equality for all Americans. The exhibit
is free with paid admission to the Museum. For more
information, visit www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov.
September 30th -
October 3rd
Atlanta Greek Festival
Brought
to you by the Annunciation Cathedral and the Atlanta
Greek Community, the Atlanta Greek Festival brings all
the aromas, sounds, tastes, and traditions of Greece to
your doorstep! Your $5 admission ticket becomes your
passport as you enjoy all the beauty of Santorini and
the fun of Mykonos. The festival is at the Greek
Orthodox Cathedral, 2500 Clairmont Road, Atlanta, GA
30329. For more information visit www.atlantagreekfestival.org.
Sunday, October 10th, 1:00 -
5:00 PM
30th Anniversary Community
Celebration
The National Park Service invites
you to join in a free community celebration recognizing 30 years of
preserving, protecting, and interpreting the
life and legacy of
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The celebration will take
place on Auburn
Avenue between Boulevard and Howell Street (the Birth
Home
block). Enjoy the
grand reopening of the Eastern National Bookstore and
Gift Shop.
Experience other featured activities including a book
signing by Dr.
Christine King-Farris and Dr. Angela Watkins, the sister
and niece of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Relive history through
storytelling, music, and costumed characters from the
1930s. For more
information visit www.nps.gov/malu.
Wednesday, October
13th, 5:00 PM
President Jimmy Carter Book
Signing
President Jimmy Carter will be signing
copies of his new book "White House Diary" at the Carter
Presidential Library, 441 Freedom Parkway. This is his
only sceduled signing in the Atlanta area. For more
information visit www.cartercenter.org.
Monday, October 18th,
7:00 -9:00 PM
Fourth Annual CHINA Town
Hall
Sponsored by the National Committee on
US-China Relations, this is a briefing to discuss
US-China relations and how open China is to foreign
investment. The national speaker (via webcast) is the
Honorable Jon Huntsman, U.S. Ambassador to China. Local
panelists include Dr. Ira Kasoff, Deputy Assistant
Secretary of Commerce for Asia in the U.S. Department of
Commerce and Dr. Fei-Ling Wang, Professor at Georgia
Institute of Technology's Sam Nunn School of
International Affairs. The event is at Georgia State
University's Buckhead Center, Tower Place 200, Suite
500, 3348 Peachtree Road NE. Click here for more information and to
register.
Monday, November 1st,
8:00 - 10:00 AM
2010 U.S. - China Business
Conference
Presented by the National
Association of Chinese-Americans, the 2010 U.S. - China Business
Conference will
bring together industry leaders, senior executives, and
professionals from the U.S. and China. Attendees will
explore best practices and strategies in pursuing
Chinese marketplaces and gain invaluable, insider
perspectives on Chinese markets. The conference is at
the Ritz Carlton Buckhead, 3434 Peachtree Road, Atlanta,
Georgia 30326. RSVP
to Lani Wong. For more information visit
www.naca-atlanta.org.
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Quotes
to Inspire Citizen Diplomacy
"The International Visitor Program has
succeeded in bringing people together to help them better
appreciate the fact that we all share similar hopes, fears,
and concerns...By talking together, sharing food, sharing
professional concerns, and sharing lives, we begin to
understand these common human aspirations. We build
bridges across
cultures."
-
Jerrold Keilson
Vice President Planning and Development,
Creative Associates
International
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