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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190428
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SUMMARY:Towards A More Safe and Secure World: International Peace and Security
DESCRIPTION:17 visitors from Europe will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: \n\nExpose participants to the U.S. security and defense policy-making process and perspectives on global issues;\nExamine specific security issues\, such as regional conflicts\, weapons proliferation\, energy security\, homeland security\, international terrorism\, and the use of preventive diplomacy to address these challenges;\nDiscuss the role of the UN and other international organizations in dealing with global crises; and\nExplore the benefits of bilateral and multilateral cooperation on security policy worldwide.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/towards-a-more-safe-and-secure-world-international-peace-and-security/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190424
DTSTAMP:20190327T232501Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T232501Z
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SUMMARY:Human and Civil Rights for Marginalized Communities
DESCRIPTION:10 visitors from various countries in Africa will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: \n\nApproaches to celebrating diversity;\nPromoting inclusive public attitudes;\nAddressing sensitive issues by working across institutional lines and expanding collaborative networks; and\nDefending the rights of religious and ethnic minorities\, members of the LGBTI community\, refugees\, internally displaced persons\, and other vulnerable populations.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/human-and-civil-rights-for-marginalized-communities/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190421
DTSTAMP:20190327T232344Z
CREATED:20190327T231710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T232344Z
UID:2312-1555372800-1555804799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Religious and Public Education in the United States
DESCRIPTION:12 visitors from Saudi Arabia will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: \n\nProvide an overview of the U.S. system of education;\nExplore the roles of government agencies\, NGOs\, and local community organizations in school governance;\nFamiliarize participants with current trends in curriculum design\, textbook creation\, and the training of teachers in the United States; and\nExpose participants to the study of and incorporation of religion in public and private schools.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/religious-and-public-education-in-the-united-states/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190418
DTSTAMP:20190327T231456Z
CREATED:20190327T231456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T231456Z
UID:2311-1555200000-1555545599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Marine Mammal Conversation
DESCRIPTION:10 visitors from China will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: \n\nTo examine the advanced research and conservation efforts and practices of the U.S. on marine mammal and habitat protection;\nTo explore international cooperation and information exchange efforts regarding marine mammal conservation; and\nTo showcase the roles that scientists\, governments\, and the public impact environmental and aquatic biodiversity protection.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/marine-mammal-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190418
DTSTAMP:20190327T231533Z
CREATED:20190327T231134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T231533Z
UID:2310-1555027200-1555545599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Youth Through Workforce Development
DESCRIPTION:12 visitors from Africa will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: \n\nExamine the role vocational education plays in providing Americans with training and skills tailored to fit targeted employment needs;\nDemonstrate specific workforce niches filled by community colleges\, vocational/technology schools\, and certificate programs and how these institutions have evolved to meet economic needs;\nAssess the federal government’s investment in innovative education for youth;\nStudy ways teachers and businesses get youth interested in future-looking careers.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/empowering-youth-through-workforce-development/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190320
DTSTAMP:20181220T231039Z
CREATED:20181220T231039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T231039Z
UID:2162-1552435200-1553039999@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:American Language and Multicultural Diversity
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/american-language-and-multicultural-diversity/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190317
DTSTAMP:20190130T000859Z
CREATED:20181220T231023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T000859Z
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SUMMARY:Combating Trafficking in Persons I - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:27 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to San Diego to discuss on how to fight against human trafficking. \nThis event is postponed. We will announce the new schedule when updated.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/combating-trafficking-in-persons-i/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190217
DTSTAMP:20181220T231005Z
CREATED:20181220T231005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T231005Z
UID:2160-1550016000-1550361599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Transparency & Accountability in Government
DESCRIPTION:15 visitors from multiple countries in Africa will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/transparency-accountability-in-government/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190217
DTSTAMP:20181220T230944Z
CREATED:20181220T230944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T230944Z
UID:2158-1550016000-1550361599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Countering Violent Extremism
DESCRIPTION:10 visitors from multiple countries in Africa will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/countering-violent-extremism-3/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190217
DTSTAMP:20181220T230924Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T230924Z
UID:2159-1549929600-1550361599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Foreign Policy + Human Rights
DESCRIPTION:24 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/foreign-policy-human-rights/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190207
DTSTAMP:20181220T230744Z
CREATED:20181220T230744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T230744Z
UID:2157-1548892800-1549497599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Establishing Sustainable Ecotourism
DESCRIPTION:7 national park directors from Russia will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/establishing-sustainable-ecotourism/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190121
DTSTAMP:20181029T215354Z
CREATED:20181029T215354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T215354Z
UID:1925-1547078400-1548028799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Adaptive Sports for Social Change
DESCRIPTION:Inbound volleyball exchange program from Vietnam and Laos.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/adaptive-sports-for-social-change/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181228
DTSTAMP:20181029T215311Z
CREATED:20181029T215311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T215311Z
UID:1924-1544918400-1545955199@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Bac Ninh Sport Diplomacy Custom Program
DESCRIPTION:The Bac Ninh Volleyball Team will come to San Diego to play two matches in San Diego and 2 matches in Orange County.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/bac-ninh-sport-diplomacy-custom-program/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181207
DTSTAMP:20181029T215211Z
CREATED:20181029T215211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T215211Z
UID:1923-1543363200-1544140799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Music Diplomacy Exchange Program with Crew Percussions (Outband)
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Diplomacy Council will fulfill the following Project Manager duties\, including but not limited to: be responsible for all pre-departure communication between LAPA and the Artist\, creating a full agenda in Kuwait and taking into consideration needs and requests from both LAPA and the Artist; act as administrative and logistical lead for the Artist while in Kuwait\, coordinating with LAPA and other Kuwaiti partners to ensure Artist is maintaining agreed upon agenda; create a final program book inclusive of the programmatic and logistical components of the trip’s agenda to be dispersed to the Artist prior to departure; act as the primary contact with the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait City\, managing additional program-matic and logistical components as necessary; provide payment to Artist in a timely manner as agreed upon in the contract.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/music-diplomacy-exchange-program-with-crew-percussions-outband/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181202
DTSTAMP:20181029T215022Z
CREATED:20181029T215022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T215022Z
UID:1922-1543363200-1543708799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Fulbright Enrichment Seminar
DESCRIPTION:90 Fulbright Faculty from across disciplines and across the globe will be coming to San Diego to attend a Fulbright Enrichment Seminar on Leveraging Strategic Innovation & Entrepreneurship for Long-Term Success. \nThe seminar will sharpen Fulbright Scholars’ ability to examine the importance of leveraging strategic innovation across private\, public\, and social sectors to ensure long-term success of nation-states as well as the entire world. Visiting scholars will also critically evaluate the role universities can play in spurring\, guiding\, and supporting such innovation by serving as a hub that connects the students with all three (i.e. private\, public\, and social) sectors.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/fulbright-enrichment-seminar-3/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181115
DTSTAMP:20181029T214908Z
CREATED:20181029T214908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T214908Z
UID:1921-1541894400-1542239999@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:At - Risk Youth Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:1 Gold Star IVLP from Iraq will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: explore best practices in providing psycho-social support and services for traumatized children; understand efforts to advocate and treat homelessness for youth and senior citizens; illustrate support services for children and families with disabilities; further strengthen the ties and capacities of IVLP alumni\, recognize the contributions of the Global Ties U.S. community\, and examine the direct impact of the IVLP on participants and their home countries in support of U.S. policy priorities.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/at-risk-youth-empowerment/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181111
DTSTAMP:20181029T214717Z
CREATED:20181029T214717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T214717Z
UID:1920-1541548800-1541894399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Young Political Leaders
DESCRIPTION:8 visitors from India will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: examine U.S. political parties and civic engagement\, especially the role of young people; discuss strategies for developing and strengthening political organizations\, through leadership training\, organizing infrastructures\, and campaigning methods; examine the role of the media\, traditional and social\, in political campaigning and governance; meet with national\, state\, and local counterparts to discuss challenges and impact of engaging youth in political and civic activism.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/young-political-leaders/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181111
DTSTAMP:20181029T214453Z
CREATED:20180914T181048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T214453Z
UID:1855-1541548800-1541894399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Elections in Democracies
DESCRIPTION:4 visitors from Thailand will be coming to San Diego to understand the development of democracy and civic education in the western tradition; learn about party development and cohesion as well as strategic communications; explore the triggers that cause electoral violence and cause elections to fail; study the role of police and other security services in mitigating risks to the electoral process\, candidates\, and ensuring safety during protests; and learn about election center and voting precinct preparation\, election monitoring\, vote tabulation\, and security procedures. 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/elections-in-democracies/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181104
DTSTAMP:20181029T214340Z
CREATED:20180914T180646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T214340Z
UID:1854-1540857600-1541289599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Combating Trafficking in Persons
DESCRIPTION:6 visitors from Indonesia will be coming to San Diego to expose GOI TIP actors to the full range of U.S. antiTIP practitioners among federal\, state and local law enforcement agencies\, judicial authorities and NGOs in order to enable them to exchange best practices\, learn new approaches and better understand the legal/institutional framework behind U.S. antiTIP efforts\, which place great importance on close cooperation between all federal actors in the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons\, as well as between police\, prosecutors and the NGO community on the local level. This will provide participants with a deeper understanding of the emphasis that U.S. law  enforcement and prosecutors place on investigating and prosecuting traffickers and spreading awareness among the local law enforcement community that TIP must not be considered a “victimless crime\,” as well as showing the importance of the close relationship between TIP and child exploitation/child pornography.  This will also expose participants to a wide variety of trafficking patterns\, which vary greatly depending on the economic and social factors of different regions\, and give participants a better understanding of the rationale behind the U.S. approach to TIP victims\, which is highly focused on supporting\, reintegrating and empowering victims at each stage of the process.  
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/combating-trafficking-in-persons/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181031
DTSTAMP:20181029T214240Z
CREATED:20180914T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181029T214240Z
UID:1853-1540339200-1540943999@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Preventing and Confronting Domestic Abuse and Violence
DESCRIPTION:16 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: examine various social service agencies involved in the prevention\, treatment\, and assistance to victims of domestic abuse/violence; review the treatment programs from intake to reintegration in the community; demonstrate public/private partnerships and cooperative efforts that aim to improve community welfare and prevent domestic abuse; and illustrate various types of public advocacy campaign strategies that use both traditional and social media. 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/preventing-and-confronting-domestic-abuse-and-violence/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181027
DTSTAMP:20180914T175913Z
CREATED:20180914T175913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T175913Z
UID:1852-1540166400-1540598399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Management of Marine Protected Areas
DESCRIPTION:6 visitors from Argentina will be coming to San Diego to explore the mechanisms of MPA creation and implementation including implementation of regulations; explore MPA management from the federal\, state\, and local government perspectives; deepen understanding of the impacts of MPAs on sustainable fishing and the fishing industry as a whole; examine the day to day administration of MPAs on the ground; increase understanding of how to create an academic training program for the management of MPAs. 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/management-of-marine-protected-areas/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T170000
DTSTAMP:20180629T204211Z
CREATED:20180629T204211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T204211Z
UID:1760-1539331200-1542128400@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Professional Fellows Program (PFP) and Young Southeast Asia Leadership Initiative (YSEALI)
DESCRIPTION:6 Visitors will be coming from Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia to make professional connections in San Diego through month-long business fellowships with local companies. These fellows will be home hosted and work approximately 40 hours per week while in San Diego.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/professional-fellows-program-pfp-and-young-southeast-asia-leadership-initiative-yseali/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181027
DTSTAMP:20180914T175715Z
CREATED:20180914T175715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T175715Z
UID:1851-1539043200-1540598399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Women Leaders: Promoting Peace and Security
DESCRIPTION:24 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State: examine the current and historical roles of women in political transitions\, post-conflict reconstruction\, humanitarian emergencies\, conflict prevention\, and peacemaking efforts; assess the impact of UN Security Council Resolution 1325\, which reaffirmed the important role of women in peace and security\, and explore interagency coordination to implement the resolution; compare conflict transformation\, resolution\, and mediation techniques\, and their situational benefits and challenges; demonstrate the role of women in civil society\, government\, business\, politics\, and education in promoting community stability\, security\, and wellbeing; illustrate how women leaders mentor the next generation of female leaders in various specialties/areas of expertise in service to their communities; and familiarize participants with the constitutional\, judicial\, and legislative processes and practices that promote gender equality and protect women’s human rights. 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/women-leaders-promoting-peace-and-security/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181004
DTSTAMP:20180806T220731Z
CREATED:20180806T220731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T220731Z
UID:1796-1538179200-1538611199@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:International Trade
DESCRIPTION:24 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to examine current federal\, state\, and local initiatives in international trade and export promotion\, and innovative strategies for regional economic development and competitiveness in the global marketplace. In addition\, they will explore the role of the U.S. in international trade and the impact of international trade agreements on U.S. business\, economy\, and trade relations\, and review the U.S. economic system and the domestic economic forces that influence the U.S. trade policy and the policy-making process.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/international-trade/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181002
DTSTAMP:20180802T215350Z
CREATED:20180629T201225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T215350Z
UID:1754-1537920000-1538438399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Water resources management
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following: U.S. efforts to protect the quantity and quality of surface and groundwater supplies for a variety of competing uses at the local\, state\, national\, and international scales; Asses U.S. trans boundary water Management programs for shared water resources and discuss cooperative strategies to establish regional and global dialogues on shared resource conflicts and concerns; Identify institutional capacities and reforms needed to develop and implement integrated water programs that address the effects of climate change ; Examine innovative financial\, scientific\, and technical strategies for assessing\, monitoring\, and conserving water resources.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/water-resources-management/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181013
DTSTAMP:20180914T175057Z
CREATED:20180914T174927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T175057Z
UID:1850-1537747200-1539388799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Renewable Energy & Sustainable Growth
DESCRIPTION:10 visitors from Central\, East\, West\, and Northwest Africa will be coming to San Diego to provide an overview of U.S. Energy Policy: the All of the Above approach; examine policies and incentives that encourage the development of renewable energy and conservation measures to meet energy demands; discuss international cooperative efforts to develop and expand the availability of diverse traditional and alternative sources of energy; assess a variety of alternative sources of energy generation and storage; explore environmental protection methods used to manage and protect freshwater supply for human consumption\, agriculture\, energy production\, and domestic and industrial uses; and discuss user rights\, cross-border resource challenges\, and conflict resolution strategies employed to resolve resource allocation and conservation issues.  
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/renewable-energy-sustainable-growth/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181021
DTSTAMP:20180802T213420Z
CREATED:20180629T203830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T213420Z
UID:1759-1537574400-1540079999@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Young leaders of the Americas initiative
DESCRIPTION:12 Visitors will be coming from Latin America and the Caribbean to make professional connections in San Diego through month-long business fellowships with local companies. They will be living as a cohort downtown\, working Monday-Thursday with local companies\, and spending Fridays in professional development sessions as a group.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/young-leaders-of-the-americas-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180923
DTSTAMP:20180806T212001Z
CREATED:20180806T212001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T212001Z
UID:1797-1536969600-1537660799@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Higher Education Leadership and Faculty Exchange Study Tour
DESCRIPTION:10 visitors from Georgia will be coming to examine U.S. higher education\, including its structure\, administration\, and management; Provide insights into innovative educational administration practices utilized in the United States; Demonstrate the varying functions of universities\, community colleges\, distance learning and certificate programs\, and vocational/technical schools; and explore best practices for the internationalization of higher education\, including institutional and faculty linkages and partnerships. This program is arranged in conjunction with World Learning.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/higher-education-leadership-and-faculty-exchange-study-tour/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180921
DTSTAMP:20180806T210733Z
CREATED:20180806T210733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T210733Z
UID:1795-1536969600-1537487999@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:NGOs and Civic Activism
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from Africa will be coming to examine innovative management strategies for non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, particularly organizations in the U.S. that support and promote social or political issues; explore the diversity of the independent sector in the U.S. and the dynamic relationships between business\, government and non-governmental organizations; and examine methodologies used by NGOs for strengthening leadership\, recruiting volunteers\, developing fundraising\, and advancing missions.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/ngos-and-civic-activism/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180920
DTSTAMP:20180802T223528Z
CREATED:20180802T223528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T223528Z
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SUMMARY:Law of the Sea: Fisheries Management and Marine Protected Areas in the Asia-Pacific Region
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from multiple countries will highlight how the UNCLOS III economic and resource clauses apply to the Pacific Ocean and SCS. They will also examine the role of large and small fish extraction enterprises\, explore the rights and responsibilities of nations with respect to their use of the world’s common resources including fisheries management (to include illegal fishing\, mining and oil extraction) and marine protected areas\, assess options for peaceful dispute resolution and cooperative intervention to prevent piracy and illegal activities\, and address U.S. policy regarding the Pacific and SCS economic and territorial disputes.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/law-of-the-sea-fisheries-management-and-marine-protected-areas-in-the-asia-pacific-region/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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