This February, we are hosting five delegations as part of Citizen Diplomacy Programs at WorldBoston. Check below to see where the visitors are from and what the objectives of their visit are.
Advancing Economic Prosperity: An Open, Reliable, and Secure Digital Economy
A Multi-Regional Project
Meet with ICT sector stakeholders, both public and private, to learn about their perspectives on the digital economy and its current state;
Learn about efforts to advance an open internet while maintaining cybersecurity
Learn about tools for combating cybercrime
Learn how state laws and regulations affect the digital economy
Examine gaps in analysis and develop country-specific action plans to target ICT/cybersecurity sector weaknesses
Rule of Law
A Multi-Regional Project
Examine the underlying principles of the U.S. judicial and legal systems and their basis in the Constitution and the rule of law
Deepen understanding of the federal and state judicial systems for both criminal and civil matters under the U.S. model of federalism
Demonstrate the workings of an independent judiciary and promote the advancement of fair, transparent, accessible, and independent judiciaries around the world
Observe trials, other court procedures, and court administration at the federal, state, and local levels
Study the interaction of the legal system between law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and courts
Explore measures to protect victims
Building NGO Networks
A Regional Project for the Near East and North Africa
Examine innovative NGO, non-profit, public service, and advocacy organization partnership strategies in the United States
Explore the diversity of the non-profit sector in the United States and the dynamic relationships among business, government, and non-governmental organizations
Review NGO strategies for strengthening networks, building capacity, using technology and social media, fundraising, and furthering an organization’s mission through partnerships
Addressing the Needs of At-Risk Youth
A Regional Project for the Western Hemisphere
Examine primary prevention programs for at-risk youth such as family support programs, after school activities, truancy and dropout prevention programs, and job training programs;
Explore early interventions of schools, community-based organizations, and faith-based groups to prevent delinquency and gang involvement among at-risk youth
Highlight support services for gang-involved youth and their families that encourage youth to make positive choices
Examine re-entry programs for gang members who have been recently released from prison
Disability Rights and Independent Living
A Single Country Project for Georgia
Examine federal, state, and local laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Explore public and private sector funding and programs for services and quality of life enhancing programs for persons with disabilities
Learn how various governmental and NGO entities, advocacy associations, media outlets, and grassroots organizations influence policy and raise awareness about disability issues
Create professional networking opportunities that facilitate long-term dialogue among the visitors and their American counterparts
