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September
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?
August 27
- September
1Multi-Regional
ProjectNineteen
VisitorsFocus: Sustainable
Development
August 29 -
September 1
United Kingdom
One Arts
Center Associate
DirectorFocus: Art
September
1-4
Mexico
Five Library
RepresentativesFocus: U.S.
Libraries
September 1-4
Dominican Republic and Haiti
Ten
University RepresentativesFocus: Higher
Education
September
8-10
Italy
One United Nations
Communications Officer
Focus:
Urban Development
September
11-14
SyriaFourteen University
Representatives, Ministry of Education Officials,
and One Coordinator of the UN High Commission for
RefugeesFocus: Higher
Education September 15-20
The
NetherlandsOne Ministry of Finance
TraderFocus: Economic
Development September
18-23
GeorgiaFive Medical Directors
and Doctors Focus: Health
Practices September 22-25
United KingdomOne Law Enforcement
OfficialFocus:
Counter-Terrorism September
22-25
IraqSix University
DeansFocus: Women's
Universities September 30 -
October 6Multi-Regional
ProjectSeven
JudgesFocus: Judicial
Systems October
3-6
SyriaTen Urban and Regional
PlannersFocus: Urban
Planning October
3-6
YemenFour NGO
RepresentativesFocus: NGO
Management October
5-9
NigeriaTen
VisitorsFocus: Religious Freedom and
Interfaith Dialogue GCIV
Home
Hospitality OpportunitiesThursday, September 2nd
- Three librarians from Mexico 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. libraries. They are
available at 6:00 PM, and may or may not be
accompanied by interpreters. Thursday, September 9th
- One United Nations representative
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 urban development
issues. She is available at 6:30 PM, and may or
may not be accompanied by an interpreter.
Thursday,
September
12th - Fifteen education officials 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 higher education.
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.
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 August
2010:
Ambassador ($1000)
Kevin Glass
Consul
($250+)
Yelena
Epova
Citizen Diplomat
($50+)
Kathryn Alvelda
Bjorn
Andersen
Marie Bloom
Colin Brady
Annie
Craeninckx
Mary Craig
Grace Fleming
Peggy
Helm
Joel Kollin
Birgit Kraemer
Emmanuel
and Queen Meheux
Valerie Peoples
Rose Mary
Quillin
Lya Sorano
Envoy
($25+)
Louise Gobron and David
Sleet
Elaine Hudson
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
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
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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Ambassadors Circle Behind
the Scenes at the Atlanta Botanical
Gardens
 Are you a member of GCIV's Ambassadors
Circle? If so, you'll want to mark your calendar for
Monday, September 20th and look for your invitation
coming soon in the mail. Ambassadors Circle members are
invited to participate in a private champagne tour of
the stunning new Canopy Walk, Edible Garden, and
Cascades Garden led by Steve Robinson, the architect who
designed these beautiful new features. You can learn
more about the Canopy Walk at www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org, and see
Steve's amazing portfolio at www.axiosarchitecture.com. Not an
Ambassadors Circle member but don't want to miss this
unique opportunity? Consider upgrading your membership
today and we'll credit your current giving level towards
your Ambassador-level contribution. You'll also be
eligible for two complimentary tickets to next spring's
International Consular Ball. Contact Nicole Rateau for
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Delegation
Spotlight
In August, GCIV had the
pleasure of hosting a Community Connections delegation of ten
visitors from Kazakhstan. The delegation of doctors,
nurses, government representatives, NGO leaders, and
prison system officials enjoyed the generous hospitality
of volunteer home stay hosts. Special thanks to hosts
Ted and Gudrun Chapman, David and Beverly Clyde, Elsa
Duel, Carol Emmons, Jenni Heerink, Ron and Bethany Lane,
Margaret Pumper, Vicki Van Der Hoek, and Steve and Sara
Yurman. During their visit, the Kazakh delegation
examined successful U.S. models for management and
social support for TB patients. They are pictured above
volunteering at Project Open Hand. While in
Atlanta, the delegation met with representatives from
the American Lung Association, Grady Infectious Disease Clinic, Mercy Mobile Healthcare, Piedmont Hospital, RESULTS, Georgia Department of Human Services, Department of Community Health, Emory Vaccine Center and School of Medicine, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, Metro State Prison, Georgia Department of Corrections, Morehouse School of Medicine, United States Penitentiary, Dekalb County Board of Health, Atlanta Union Mission, Fulton County Department of Health and
Wellness, and Project Open Hand. They also enjoyed a
weekend trip to Savannah and cultural visits to the
Atlanta Botanical Gardens, CNN Studio Tour, Fernbank
Museum of Natural History, Georgia Aquarium, Martin
Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, and Stone
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NCIV Citizen Diplomacy for
Emerging Leaders
As a part of its 50th
Anniversary observance, GCIV's parent 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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Apply Now for the Young
Leaders Conference in Prague
Nearly two hundred
young leaders from Central Europe, the Baltic States,
and the U.S. will gather in Prague from November 6 - 12,
2010 to explore and discuss issues of critical concern
to the region and the world. Attendees will hear from
keynote speakers, attend professional development
workshops, and participate in panel discussions. In
addition, participants will have the opportunity to
develop collaborative transatlantic projects, which can
be submitted for funding consideration. On
behalf of the U.S. Department of State, the Institute of
International Education is currently accepting
applications for U.S. participation in the conference.
Forty-eight U.S. young leaders with no more than 7 years
of professional experience will be selected to attend,
along with 143 European peers. The deadline to submit an
application and required letter of recommendation is
September 12, 2010. The Young Leaders Conference is
fully funded, meaning all domestic and international
airfare, lodging, meals, medical insurance, cultural
activities, and other program materials will be covered.
For more information, eligibility requirements, and to
download the application, please visit www.iie.org/ylda. |
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Host a Global Lunch Forum
at Your Office!
 Would you like to attend a Global
Lunch Forum but can't make it downtown? Let us bring a
Global Lunch Forum to you! Global Lunch Forums
offer a casual, roundtable discussion format over lunch
with one or more of our international visitors.
Participants hear first-hand accounts of current events
abroad from distinguished guests and have the
opportunity to share opinions about local and
international issues. GCIV is looking for hosts
across the metro-Atlanta area! Please contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 if
you are interested in hosting a Global Lunch Forum or
would like more
information. |
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Host an International
Exchange Student!
 GCIV frequently receives requests from local
colleges and universities with ESL programs to help
locate host families for international students.
Students are in Atlanta for language programs ranging
from four weeks to a year or longer. If you have a spare
room, are close to MARTA, and would like to host an
international college student in your home, please
contact Irene Bailey at 404-832-5560 x 13 and
we will add you to our roster of potential hosts. We can
then be in touch when opportunities arise in your area.
Please note that at this time we can only assist in
making introductions; hosts and students should come to
their own agreement regarding rent, house rules,
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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
understanding today! |
Other Hosting
Opportunities
AFS Student Exchange for High
Schoolers
Enrich Atlanta by hosting an AFS
Exchange Student. Open your heart and your home to a
high school student. Whether you are in your 20s or 70s,
have children or not, live alone or with a roommate, you
are the perfect family for AFS. To find out more
information, please contact Ruth Blackstock at
404-406-2917 or afsgeorgia@gmail.com or visit www.afsusa.org.
Supervisors for International
Government-Sponsored
Legislative
Fellows
American Councils for International
Education is seeking short-term government placements
across the country for eleven participants in the
Legislative Fellows Program (LFP). These are Eurasia's
premier young leaders between the ages of 25 and 35 who
are fluent in English. American Councils will assist
host organizations in developing meaningful and mutually
beneficial fellowship experiences. In return, all hosts
have the opportunity to submit a proposal for an
outbound program. If selected, hosts receive full
funding to send one American overseas for two to three
weeks allowing for full reciprocal exchange. For more
information, contact RaeJane Stokes at 202-833-7522 or
rstokes@americancouncils.org.
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Upcoming GCIV
Events
Wednesday, September 15th,
6:00 - 8:00 PM
International Dining
Experience: No Mas! Cantina
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 No Mas! Cantina, 180 Walker Street, Atlanta, Georgia
30313. We will be welcoming a world-wide delegation of
CNN Journalism Fellows as well as a trader from The
Netherlands' Ministry of Finance. The price is $20 per
person and includes a fajita buffet, a nonalcoholic
beverage, tax, and gratuity. Please contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 to
RSVP or for more information.
Thursday, September 23rd,
12:00 - 1:00 PM
GCIV Global Lunch Forum:
Counter-Terrorism in the
United
Kingdom
Join a GCIV international exchange
participant from the United Kingdom for a lunchtime
discussion about counter-terrorism. Our distinguished
guest is on the London Olympic Security team. The Global
Lunch Forum will be at the Regency Suites Hotel in
Midtown. 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. Contact Nicole Rateau at 404-832-5560 x 17 to
RSVP or for more information.
Monday, September 20th, 6:30 -
8:30 PM
Ambassadors Circle Behind the
Scenes at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens
GCIV's
Ambassadors Circle Members have the exclusive
opportunity to enjoy a private champagne tour of the
stunning new Canopy Walk, Edible Garden, and Cascades
Garden led by Steve Robinson, the architect who designed
these beautiful new features. If you are not an
Ambassadors Circle member but don't want to miss this
unique opportunity? Consider upgrading your membership
today and we'll credit your current giving level towards
your Ambassador-level contribution. You'll also be
eligible for two complimentary tickets to next spring's
International Consular Ball. 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.
Wednesday, September
1st, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
EB-5 Foreign Investment
Seminar
Are you considering using foreign
investment as a source of funding or want to learn how
to raise foreign investment capital at attractive rates?
This is a discussion about the EB-5 visa which offers a
green card to foreign nationals who invest money in the
U.S. To obtain the visa, individuals must invest at
least $1 million, creating at least 10 jobs, or invest
$500,000 in certain qualified investments or regional
centers with high unemployment rates. The discussion,
presented by the Georgia Indo-American Chamber of
Commerce, will be at Two Ravinia Drive, Suite 100,
Atlanta, GA 30346. The cost is free for members and $20
for non-members. For more information, contact Danielle
Fernandes at dfgiacc@gmail.com.
Saturday, September
11th
Dancing with the HART Stars
Atlanta
stars will perform to benefit Humanitarian Aid Relief
Fund (HART). British House of Lords Member, Baroness
Caroline Cox of Queensbury, will host the event at Daza
Dance Atlanta. Baroness Caroline Cox is the winner of
the prestigious 2005 Mother Teresa Award and the founder
of HART. HART fights for people in forgotten lands who
have suffered the effects of war and natural disaster
and are often behind closed borders. All proceeds from
the event go directly toward HART-US operations. The
ballroom is ready and you will not believe who is
dancing! For more information, visit www.hart-us.org.
Monday, September
13th, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
"Paths to Prosperity: The UK
Perspective"
The World Affairs Council of
Atlanta, in cooperation with the Consulate General of
the United Kingdom in Atlanta and the British American
Business Group-Atlanta, present "Paths to Prosperity:
The U.K. Perspective." A discussion with His Excellency
Sir Nigel Sheinwald, Her Majesty's Ambassador of the
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to
the United States, in conversation with Dennis P.
Lockhart, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of
Atlanta. The luncheon will be at The Commerce Club, 34
Broad Street. The cost is $45. Click here to register or contact
Michelle Spink at mspink1@gsu.edu for more information.
Wednesday,
September 15th, 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
"The Mosque
Debate" with Peter White
The September Atlanta
Council on International Relations (ACIR) luncheon
features a presentation on "The Mosque Debate" by Peter
White, Founding President of Southern Center for
International Studies. The presentation will cover what
are the issues and consequences of the debate. 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.
Wednesday, September
15th, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
"Atlanta's Role in
International Development in 2010" Presentation by Mayor
Kasim Reed
The 59th mayor of Atlanta, Kasim
Reed, will speak on "Atlanta's Role in International
Development in 2010: How the City of Atlanta and its
International Organizations Can Work Together." The
luncheon is in the Dining Room of the World Trade Center
Atlanta, 303 Peachtree Street in the SunTrust Building.
A $25 ticket includes lunch and validated parking. RSVP
by September 10 to lilia@wtcatlanta.com.
September
18th-19th
JapanFest
2010
JapanFest, now in its 24th year, is the
largest Japanese festival in the Southeast. Organized by
the Japan-America Society of Georgia, the Japanese
Chamber of Commerce, and the Consulate General of Japan
in Atlanta, JapanFest is designed to promote
understanding between Japanese and American residents of
the Southeast. The festival includes cultural
activities, workshops, exhibits, shopping, children's
festivities, and authentic food! JapanFest will be held
at the Convention Center in the Gwinnett Center, 6400
Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097. For more
information visit www.japanfest.org.
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Quotes
to Inspire Citizen Diplomacy
"The
results of the International Visitor Leadership Program often
exceed our highest expectations. Often catalytic, our programs
get the ball rolling. Whether by content, context, or
contacts, the IVLP makes good things happen!"
- Alma
Candelaria
Director, Office of International
Visitors
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