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The intense politics of this season are making us at WorldBoston think about independence — one of the core values behind our work.
Our Citizen Diplomacy programs are a great example. We annually host hundreds of professional visitors in programs funded by the U.S. State Department. But we're not a government entity, and the government doesn't control our organization. Even on the individual meeting level, I've often been struck by the frankness of interlocutors: No script.
We're also able to serve other visitors. Last month, we were thrilled to arrange a high-level visit of women entrepreneurs from the Catalan region. (See the Highlight, below — and let us know if you need help with your visitors!)
And of course we don't affiliate with any party: Our Global Engagement speakers speak for themselves. This is high season, and we have many of these engaging events on the way in coming weeks.
Please note that we can stay independent because of you. Your sponsorships and donations ensure that we can operate as a truly community-based 501(c)(3). This month's Consuls Reception anchors these annual contributions, and we are grateful for your participation in the event, and all year.
By the way, this year's Consuls Reception keynote speaker happens to align well with this theme of independence. Paul Selian is Executive Vice President and head of the Global Credit Finance Division at State Street.
While diplomats and other officials play visible roles in advancing a country's interests, the private sector, pursuing business interests, is also a critical partner in building a safer, more innovative and prosperous world. What can State Street's activities in more than 100 markets tell us about the global economy in our dynamic times?
We hope to see you soon.
Mary Yntema
President & CEO
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As a non-profit organization, WorldBoston relies on community support to deliver our mission of fostering engagement in international affairs and cooperation between people of all nations.
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Highlight
In September WorldBoston hosted a prestigious delegation of 30 individuals from the Catalonia business community as part of the “Jump4Women” program. The project is the result of a collaboration between the U.S. Consulate in Barcelona, WorldBoston, and Foment del Treball, a local organization representing business interests in the Catalan Region. Foment del Treball seeks to empower women entrepreneurs in the health and biotech sectors in Spain. Peer-to-peer exchange of best practices in Boston promoted women-led entrepreneurship in those sectors and explored integraion of the American and Catalan health and biotech ecosystems.
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The delegation kicked off their Boston program with a meeting with Yvonne Hao, Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development in Governor Healey's Administration and Jeevan Ramapriya, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (MOITI).
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Thank you to Mayor Wu's Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion for meeting with the delegation.
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We welcome your thoughts and ideas for in-person visitors programming. If you have suggestions, please contact Vice President for Citizen Diplomacy, Sarah Sibley.
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15th Annual Consuls Reception
Wednesday, October 30
The Harborview Room, The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Join us for the Consul's Reception when we honor the Consular Corps of New England and celebrate our mission of international engagement and global cooperation. This year's Consuls Reception will feature keynote speaker Paul Selian, Executive Vice President and Head of the Global Credit Finance division at State Street.
The event will include remarks from our speaker, and the opportunity to mingle with distinguished guests from business, government, academia, the community, and other internationally-minded leaders over delicious light fare and drinks.
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Mideast Realignment
Wednesday, November 6, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Hybrid Event at the Boston Public Library, Rabb Hall
The United States and Middle East are at a crossroads. In spite of a reduced presence in the Middle East, the U.S. still has significant national interests there and the area is a key arena for global power politics. Can the U.S. continue to defend its interests in the Middle East and globally with a lower level of military and political involvement, or should it recommit to a leading role in the region?
Join us for a timely discussion of this topic with, Dr. Ali Banuazizi, Research Professor at Boston College. This program will feature an expert discussion, live audience Q&A, and time for networking with other globally oriented participants in the Newsfeed Café.
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Breaking the Mold
Tuesday, November 12, 6:00-7:30 PM
Hybrid Event at Foley & Lardner
Join us for our November installment of our popular Chat & Chowder series, featuring. Dr. Rohit Lamba, Assistant Professor of Economics at Cornell University, to discuss his book Breaking the Mold: India's Untraveled Path to Prosperity.
Each Chat & Chowder features an author presentation, audience Q&A, dedicated time for networking, and (of course!) a selection of chowders and beverages. This program is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.
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WorldBoston Event Reporting Opportunity
Interested in international affairs and journalism? Then volunteer to report on WorldBoston's Global Engagement events! The selected reporter will write an event recap for our website blog. For more information and terms please email Harrison Zeiberg, Manager of Global Engagement Programs and Operations.
Also, reach out to Harrison if you are interested in having your photos of Boston featured in WorldBoston's #BostonPhotoFriday social media posts.
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In August, we bid a fond farewell to Naz Ozturk, our Global Engagement Intern. Naz began working with WorldBoston as a Northeastern Co-op in January and continued on as an intern for the summer. Thank you to Naz for all of her hard work. We wish her the best of luck in all of her future endeavors!
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Last month, WorldBoston bid a fond farewell to Dan O'Connor. Dan began working with WorldBoston in 2021 as our Fulbright Coordinator. Thank you to Dan for all of his hard work over the years. We wish him the best of luck in all of his future efforts!
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This month, WorldBoston welcomes Justin Dynia into a new role. Justin began working with WorldBoston in May as our Citizen Diplomacy Intern.Taking over from Dan, Justin will serve as our Fulbright Coordinator!
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In September, WorldBoston welcomed back Mytreyi Sureshkumar. Mytreyi originally began working with WorldBoston in 2023 as a Northeastern Co-Op. She now returns to WorldBoston in the role of Citizen Diplomacy Programs Coordinator.
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Now more than ever, WorldBoston relies on the support of our community to fulfill our mission. Donors who contribute $25 – $999 are proudly recognized on our website as Community Supporters. (Donors of $1,000 and above are Sponsors and enjoy year-round benefits; learn more here.)
We encourage you to contribute to WorldBoston to become a 2024 Community Supporter. Donors will receive this year's special pin to recognize their support!
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The International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) is the U.S. Department of State's premier professional exchange program and WorldBoston's main citizen diplomacy partner. Launched in 1940, the IVLP is a professional exchange program that seeks to build mutual understanding between the U.S. and other nations through carefully designed short-term visits to the U.S. for current and emerging foreign leaders. These visits reflect the International Visitors' professional interests and support the foreign policy goals of the United States.
The U.S. Department of State's bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs administers the IVLP. In doing so, the bureau enters cooperative agreements with National Program Agencies, a group of private, not-for-profit organizations based in Washington, D.C., that design and implement national IVLP itineraries. In addition to the National Program Agencies, the IVLP relies on the commitment and skills of local community organizations across the U.S., known as Community Based Members (CBMs). Under the professional association of Global Ties U.S., local CBM members develop professional programs, arrange cultural activities, and provide home hospitality for international visitors.
WorldBoston is part of the Global Ties Network of more than 90 CBMs in 45 states.
WorldBoston is a member of the World Affairs Councils of America,
a network of more than 90 independent Councils in more than 40 states.
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