This August, we host eight in-person delegations as part of Citizen Diplomacy Programs at WorldBoston. Check below to see where the visitors are from and what the objectives are of their visit.
21ST CENTURY CHANGEMAKERS: COUNTERING DISINFORMATION AMONG OLDER ADULTS
A Regional Project for Europe
Introduce and provide broad exposure to the seriousness of the current threat posed by disinformation
Explore approaches to reach out to senior citizens to decrease their contribution to the spread of disinformation
Explore technology education programs offered to senior citizens in the United States through libraries, senior centers; and other institutions
Interact with language and technology teachers for older adult populations
Enhance understanding of American culture and history
ADVOCATING FOR DEMOCRACY
A Project for Belarus
To gain a broad perspective on current techniques and approaches to political communications and grassroots advocacy work in the United States
To gain experience in public policy, including how to build and serve a constituency
To learn best practices for grassroots outreach and communication with diverse groups
MINORITY COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
A Project for Hungary
Examine federal, state, and local government policies and programs to provide equal opportunities for racial and ethnic minority communities
Gain insight into the strategies of human and civil rights practitioners who advocate for the rights of marginalized communities and demonstrate how they present their demands to government and social influencers
Review how U.S.-based organizations develop programs and provide services to racial minorities and immigrant children, families, and refugees
Explore creative approaches to celebrate diversity, promote inclusive public attitudes, and address sensitive issues by working across institutional lines and expanding collaborative networks
ENHANCING JAPANESE BIOECONOMY COMMERCIALIZATION
A Project for Japan
Increase knowledge about technology transfer and commercialization best practices
Forge strong connections with U.S. technology transfer experts for continuous learning
Enhance opportunities for biotechnology research and commercialization partnerships between the United States and Japan
Support Japan’s bioeconomy sector as a global hub for products and Japan’s contribution to ensuring biotechnology ecosystems support democratic values
Expand U.S. early-stage biotechnology investors’ interest in Japanese start-up companies, as well as Japanese companies’ knowledge of global venture capital opportunities
STRENGTHENING GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATIONS CAPACITY
A Project for Kazakhstan
Understand and observe the organizational as well as workflow structures of the USG’s communication offices in an effort to promote government initiatives and build public trust, including during crisis situations
Engage with experts on effective government communication to the media
Discuss best practices to combat false narratives and disinformation by malign state and nonstate actors
HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE UNITED STATES: INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIP
A Project for Mexico
Provide an overview of the U.S. post secondary education sector and the role of universities, community colleges, vocational/technical schools, and other traditional and non-traditional educational institutions in preparing young adults and adult workers to participate and compete in the job market
Gain insight into how educational institutions in the United States contribute to the social and economic development of the country
Examine trends and innovations in educational technologies, online learning, curricular content, partnerships with companies and government, worker training and retraining programs, and other approaches to address the needs of traditional and non-traditional students and of emerging industries in the U.S. economy
Explore educational opportunities and access for minority, economically disadvantaged, geographically isolated, rural, Native American, and other populations and sectors
Examine the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving institutions, Native American Tribal Colleges, and land grant colleges and universities
Assess opportunities for international linkages and partnerships with foreign universities and governments and examine best practices for expanding international student exchange programs and developing institutional support
PREVENTING AND CONFRONTING DOMESTIC ABUSE AND VIOLENCE
A Project for Morocco
Review best practices for preventing gender-based violence
Discuss techniques to identify forms of gender-based abuse, report abuse, prosecute abusers, and provide assistance and protection to victims of gender-based violence
Improve understanding about how social developments, such as economic opportunities, education, entrepreneurship, political participation, and leadership, can serve as tools for combating violence
Examine education and outreach initiatives which focus on women’s legal rights, the responsibility of men and boys to avoid perpetuating gender-based violence, and combating trafficking in persons
