Citizen Diplomacy International of Philadelphia

You don’t want to miss November First Thursday - all about the U.S. electoral process! Tomorrow, 11/5 at 5 PM Eastern Time, you will join international friends from all over the globe, including past IVLP visitors checking in from 9 countries! This event also includes a spanish-speaking breakout room. See you there! RSVP HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZIqceiupzIvH92d2uvg0uH8mZnp_BVC9 #exchange #global #cdiphila #2020election

As the birthplace to American democracy, Philly politics! #vote

Are you young, energetic and seeking your next adventure? Brace yourself for an unforgettable cultural experience next year at Expo 2020 Dubai! We’re looking for U.S. citizens, ages 18-29, to serve as Youth Ambassadors and "Faces of America" at USA Expo 2020. To find out more, go to https://globaltiesus.submittable.com/submit/ or join Citizen Diplomacy's virtual info event on Nov.18 from 12:00-12:30 PM ET. RSVP now! https://us02web.zoom.us//tZYqceiorDIsG9ZzOXOwPDgoSZ3HVsxL0 #Expo2020 #CitizenDiplomacy #GlobalMatters

Deeply involved in the start-up ecosystem of Tel Aviv, Alina is a great resource for learning about the trends in venture capital, notable start-ups and social impact initiatives. The full recording of Tuesday's conversation is now live on our website or click the link here: https://youtu.be/kmUUjcVqPaQ

Have your morning coffee with us tomorrow at 9 AM Eastern Time, by joining a conversation with IVLP alumna Alina Shkolnikov. She is running the first social bond program to reduce student dropout rates from computer science programs in Israel! RSVP below!

Join us to celebrate Tel Aviv - Philadelphia #SisterCities anniversary on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 9AM ET! We will talk to Alina Shkolnikov, a #GlobalCitizen, and an #IVLP alumna about the future of social entrepreneurship. RSVP now! https://cdiphila.org/events #GlobalMatters

Fun Fact: Did you know Frederick Douglas spent 4 "transformative" months in Ireland? Yesterday we sat down with Ciarán Madden, Consul General of Ireland in NY for an insightful talk during Diplomacy and Dialogue, where we all learned some new things about Irish history. See full conversation here: https://youtu.be/ed3VdpKA-o4

Tune in with our friends at U.S. Department of State on October 29 for a virtual interactive session as they continue to highlight #FacesofExchange and the role exchange has in global power dynamics! RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx

Today's #WomenInDiplomacyWednesday rockstar is General Counsel, Sarah Fandell. She leads a dynamic team of attorneys who provide legal advice on all U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) program activities and ethic matters. Ms. Fandell’s integrity as a business leader helps to represent U.S. -based clients with respect to their investments in Latin American countries. A true international diplomat, Ms. Fandell has served as an adviser to the Government of Costa Rica and taught as a high school teacher in Honduras. #cdipila #diplomacy #vision2020 #exchange

Tune in tomorrow during lunch for a conversation with Ciarán Madden, Consul General of Ireland in New York! Consul Madden will discuss the long-standing cultural and economic ties between Philadelphia and Ireland and the opportunities to strengthen our connections in COVID times. RSVP now: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZAud-2prTIiHNcY--X9nwzgNo1_UNDca

What if you could explore many countries of the world all at once? We are excited to tell you this is very possible! Expo 2020 Dubai (10/1/21-03/31/22) will bring the world together for six months for an unforgettable experience! We are partnering with Global Ties U.S. to give you the chance to represent Philadelphia as a Youth Ambassador or Cultural Performer at the U.S. Pavilion. Apply now here: https://www.globaltiesus.org/events/expo-2020-dubai USA Expo 2020 #Expo2020 #USAExpo2020 #CitizenDiplomat

Last week, alongside our partners FHI 360, we hosted an amazing #IVLP delegation from Angola, Brazil, Guinea-Bissau, and Sao Tome & Principe on Effective Journalism During Societal Shifts. Thank you to #CitizenDiplomats Manuel McDonnell Smith, PABJ and Alex Styer, Bellevue Communications Group for sharing your expertise to protect the integrity of journalism! #ExchangesMatter #GlobalPHL #GlobalTies #Journalism

This week’s #WomeninDiplomacyWednesday celebrates MaryLou Spang, for Spangles Custom Jewelry Designs. A native Philadelphian and Temple alumna, MaryLou and her husband Bill, a Citizen Diplomacy board member, have volunteered for over 30 years, meeting international students and professionals from all over the world. "I believe that as individuals we should all strive when we can to do something to make a positive difference. Trying to remain optimistic is key, both in business and in our personal lives. Therefore, my mission is to design jewelry that makes the wearer feel better about herself. It is so gratifying to see women wearing my jewelry both in person and on social media." #citizendiplomat #cdiphila #businesswoman #global #customjewelry