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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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SUMMARY:Spring 2019 Trip to Cuba: Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Cuban Independence Day on October 10 and join us at Stone Brewery in Liberty Station at 5:30 pm. to grab a beer and learn about our spring 2019 trip to Cuba. With a new President and proposed constitutional changes\, the time to go to Cuba is now. Please RSVP for the Info Session Here . \nIf you are unable to attend but would like more information\, please contact Natalie Maroun at natalie@sandiegodiplomacy.org or (619) 291-8105. \nMarch 1 – 8\, 2019 the San Diego Diplomacy Council will be partnering with Cuba Cultural Travel to offer a highly experiential trip to Cuba and we want you to join us! As a people-to-people exchange and cultural diplomacy tour\, the 8 day journey deep dives into the island’s rich history and culture through visits with professors\, journalists\, artists\, doctors\, musicians\, historians and alumni of our exchange programs across the country in Havana\, Artemisa\, Cienfuegos and Trinidad. We are taking only 20 travelers and spots are filling up fast! For itinerary\, pricing\, registration form and FAQs\, click here. For more information and to register for the trip\, please contact Natalie Maroun at natalie@sandiegodiplomacy.org or (619) 291-8105.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/spring-2019-trip-to-cuba-info-session/
LOCATION:Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens\, 2816 Historic Decatur Road\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181027
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181004
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180820T164818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T223034Z
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SUMMARY:Talk-About Event with Ambassador Barbara Stephenson
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Diplomacy Council would like to invite you to an evening with Ambassador Barbara Stephenson\, President of the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA)\, who will discuss the role of the nation’s diplomats as the most cost-effective tool in our national security toolkit. Ambassador Stephenson will highlight how diplomatic engagement\, whether through international exchange programs\, helping U.S. businesses compete and win\, or working with international law enforcement partners\, helps the United States maintain global leadership and keep America secure and prosperous. \nBarbara Stephenson was elected President of AFSA in 2015 and re-elected in 2017.  Her remarkable Foreign Service career includes service as Ambassador to Panama\, Deputy Chief of Mission and Charge’ d’affaires (acting Ambassador) for the U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom\, and Consul General in Northern Ireland. In Washington\, Ambassador Stephenson served as Dean of the Leadership and Management School at the Foreign Service Institute where she launched and co-chaired the department-wide Culture of Leadership Initiative.  As Deputy Senior Adviser to the Secretary and Deputy Coordinator for Iraq (2006-2008)\, she won the State Department’s Distinguished Honor Award for developing and implementing the “civilian surge” that helped improve governance and reduce violence in Iraq’s provinces. \nThe event is co-hosted with the San Diego World Affairs Council and sponsored by the  Charles Hostler Institute on World Affairs at SDSU\, the San Diego World Trade Center and the City of San Diego’s International Affairs Board.  It will be held at the Q Auditorium\, Qualcomm Corporation\, 6455 Lusk Boulevard\, San Diego\, 92121\, in Sorrento Valley. \nEntrance ticket: SDDC and Sponsor Organisations Members $10 – Non-Members $25 – Students Free
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/what-diplomats-do-and-why-it-still-matters-by-ambassador-barbara-stephenson/
CATEGORIES:Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181002
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T201225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T215350Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181013
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181021
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180822T205306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T200156Z
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SUMMARY:Global Social Hour: International Marine Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our next Global Social Hour on Tuesday\, September 18\, sponsored by the Waitt Foundation and dedicated to marine conservation diplomacy. Dr. Margaret Leinen\, Vice Chancellor and Dean for Marine Sciences at Scripps Institution of Oceanography\, University of California San Diego will welcome 6 international experts from the South-East Asia/Pacific Area who are visiting San Diego on the topic of fisheries management and marine protected areas. She will be joined by Jacob James\, Managing Director of the Waitt Foundation\, whose mission is to protect and restore ocean health.  We will also have the privilege to hear from one of our international guests\, Mr. Maru Samuels\, who is a leader of the Maori community and manages the largest collective of tribes in New Zealand. As the General Manager of the Iwi Collective Partnership\, he works toward finding a balance between indigenous rights\, economic returns\, and sustainability.  \nOur international group will be visiting from six different countries: Fiji\, Japan\, New-Zealand\, Philippines\, Republic of South Korea\, Vietnam and Timor Leste. The international visitors will be visiting San Diego under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). \nDate & Location: \nTuesday\, September 18 from 5:30-7:30 pm\nThe Martin Johnson House\nScripps Institution of Oceanography\n8840 Biological Grade\nLa Jolla\, CA 92037 \nFree for SDDC Members\,  Scripps Institution of Oceanography Faculty & Researchers and Students\nNon-Members $5 \nREGISTRATION
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/global-social-hour-international-marine-conservation/
LOCATION:The Martin Johnson House\, 8840 Biological Grade\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180923
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180921
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180920
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180802T223528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T223528Z
UID:1793-1536883200-1537401599@sandiegodiplomacy.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180919
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180806T210046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T210046Z
UID:1794-1536710400-1537315199@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Provincial Cooperation on Water Resources Development and Management
DESCRIPTION:9 visitors from Pakistan will be coming to examine how the U.S. manages freshwater supplies for agriculture\, energy production and domestic and industrial uses; Explore U.S. efforts to protect the environment\, with a focus on the quantity and quality of surface and groundwater supplies for a variety of competing uses locally\, regionally\, nationally and internationally; Assess U.S. transboundary water management programs 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; and examine innovative financial\, scientific\, and technical strategies for assessing\, monitoring and conserving water resources.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/provincial-cooperation-on-water-resources-development-and-management/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180907
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T202214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T202654Z
UID:1755-1535760000-1536278399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Cross border trade
DESCRIPTION:Visitors from Afghanistan and Uzbekistan will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following : Strengthen economic cooperation and trade relationships between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan ; Examine domestic and international economic forces that influence U.S. trade policy and the policy-making process; examine the ideal conditions and challenges integral to facilitating and sustaining cross border commerce \, including policy formulation\, political relationships\, border security\, and land and inland water port operations\, all in the context of regional trade among states between the U.S.\, Mexico \, and Canada through the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/cross-border-trade/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180817T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T203610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T203610Z
UID:1758-1534492800-1536598800@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Russian business leaders
DESCRIPTION:6 visitors from the Russian Federation will be coming to to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following:Experiencing their own profession in an American context\, through internships with related businesses and organizations; Learn about San Diego’s economy\, business climate\, strengths\, and challenges through a visit to the World Trade Center and meeting with the Regional Economic Development Corporation; Explore American culture and values through professional experiences; Networking and meetings with San Diego’s upcoming entrepreneurs and business leaders.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/russian-business-leaders-3/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180812T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180711T180032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T232534Z
UID:1773-1534100400-1534111200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Diplomacy Series: Hamilton De Holanda's Concert
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Diplomacy Council\, in partnership with the Kensington Concert Series\, is very excited to host the Brazilian virtuoso Hamilton de Holanda. Hamilton is one of the most acclaimed Brazilian musicians\, with a career full of prizes. He renewed the history of the mandolin by adding two extra string to the instrument and a creating a unique technique for it.  Hamilton performs all over the world with different ensembles and collaborations. From solo to orchestras\, from samba to jazz\, from clubs to big crowds\, and collaborations and recording with names like Wynton Marsalis\, Chucho Valdés\, Stefano Bollani\, Richard Galliano\, John Paul Jones( Led Zeppelin)\, Chic Corea just to name a few. \nLocation: \nHouse Concert at The Payne’s\n4249 Ridgeway Dr.\nSan Diego\, CA 92116\nUnited States \nMore Info and RSVP Here 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/hamilton-de-holandas-concert/
CATEGORIES:Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T203344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T202724Z
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SUMMARY:Immigration
DESCRIPTION:9 visitors from the United Kingdom will be coming to to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following:Explore the current issues facing immigrant and urban communities through the eyes of those working and living in those communities; Learn about youth empowerment\, and discover the role of young voices in community activism and grassroots organizing; Explore American culture and values through sports\, arts\, politics\, and local activism; and Examine differing viewpoints on issues such as immigration through discussions with a variety of stakeholders and impacted groups including dreamers\, CBP officials\, journalists\, and community activists.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/cultural-vistas-immigration/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180818
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180802T223553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T223553Z
UID:1792-1532908800-1534550399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Managing Gender and Diversity in Uruguay's Prison System
DESCRIPTION:5 visitors from Uruguay will be coming to examine the American criminal justice system\, with an emphasis on U.S. efforts to protect and promote women’s rights\, women’s access to justice\, and the welfare of children within the juvenile justice system. They will explore best practices and challenges within the U.S. corrections system in the incarceration and rehabilitation of women and juveniles; enhance insight into the role and contributions of women leaders in addressing social justice and human rights issues\, particularly for marginalized populations; and gain exposure to strategies and mechanisms designed to empower and prepare women to assume leadership roles and become effective agents of social change.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/managing-gender-and-diversity-in-uruguays-prison-system/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180711T172719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T172719Z
UID:1772-1532505600-1532797200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:GLOBAL TIES ORAL TRIALS PART II
DESCRIPTION:Visitors will be coming from Mexico will be coming to take part in a second series of professional study tours: \nSDDC and Global Ties U.S. is organizing a series of one-week professional study tours to bring Mexican law enforcement officials\, policymakers\, and other stakeholders to the United States. These study tours will allow for focused dialogue and sharing of knowledge between U.S. and Mexican practitioners on key topics related to policing\, law enforcement\, and the judicial process\, and will provide opportunities for Mexican participants to interact with U.S. counterparts\, to analyze their own communities and roles\, and to reflect on how to incorporate best practices and lessons learned.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/global-ties-oral-trials-part-ii/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180726
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T222343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T191906Z
UID:1709-1532131200-1532563199@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Euro Security Issues
DESCRIPTION:17 visitors from Europe will expose participants to U.S. security and the defense policy-making process and perspectives on global issues; examine 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; discuss the European security architecture\, including the evolving roles of NATO\, the EU\, the UN\, and other international organizations in dealing with global crises; and explore the benefits of U.S.-European cooperation on security policy worldwide.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/euro-security-issues/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180719T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180627T224152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180627T224628Z
UID:1738-1532021400-1532028600@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Global Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a chance to connect with 7 female African entrepreneurs in the fashion and design space! They’ll be visiting from seven different countries: Central African Republic\, Cote d’Ivoire\, Guinea\, Liberia\, Niger\, Rwanda\, and Togo\, with some  who hold positions as CEOs\, Founders\, Directors\, and Head of External Affairs. They have transformed their societies through economic development and social advocacy in their communities by creating jobs and encouraging other women and girls and continue to do so! \nThe international visitors will be visiting San Diego under the auspices of the U.S State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program and Global Social Hour is the perfect opportunity for globally minded San Diegans to engage in conversation with them. \nDate and Time:Thursday\, July 19th at 5:30 \nLocation:  Alhambra Room at The Prado\, Balboa Park\, 1549 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA 92101 \nRSVP Here 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/global-social-hour-2/
LOCATION:El Prado Restaurant\, 1549 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, San Diego\, CA\, 92105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180715T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180522T213116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T115633Z
UID:1718-1531652400-1531665000@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:World Pride Forum 2018
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 4th World Pride Forum on July 15 convening LGBTQIA+ movement leaders from around the world! \nMembers of a contingent of LGBTQIA+ leaders that are part of the U.S Department of State International Visitors Leadership Program will participate in a panel discussion moderated by Fernando Z Lopez\, Executive Director of San Diego LGBT Pride. Community members will have the opportunity to ask them about their work and human rights issues around the globe. The panel will include select visitors from the listed countries below. \nParticipating Delegations: Bangladesh\, Belgium\, Bulgaria\, Finland\, France\,  Israel\, Pakistan\, Papua New Guinea\, Poland\, Turkey\, Vietnam \nThe event is co-sponsored by the San Diego Diplomacy Council\, San Diego Pride\, the San Diego History Center\, and the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/1718/
LOCATION:San Diego History Center\, suite 3\, 1649 El Prado\, San Diego\, California\, 92101
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T195948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T195948Z
UID:1753-1531555200-1533402000@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Youth Empowerment and civic engagement
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from The United Kingdom will  be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following; How civil society organizations encourage political participation and voter turnout among historically underrepresented communities; The role of government\, private sector\, and non-profit entities in encouraging civic participation for young people; Arts \, sports\, music\, and extracurricular activities designed to empower and enrich youth; Share best practices for diversifying and expanding political participation and economic opportunity across communities.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/youth-empowerment-and-civic-engagement/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T222233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T191804Z
UID:1708-1531555200-1531933200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Management of Border Crossing Security
DESCRIPTION:8 visitors from Israel will explain door to door cargo\, security at border crossings for goods and people; expediting lines of passengers and goods; passage of sensitive materials such as dual use goods; Security and Technology used in border crossings; best practices for Passenger and Cargo screenings; Technology for Expediting Scanning of Passengers and Cargo.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/management-of-border-crossing-security/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180719
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T222134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T191616Z
UID:1707-1531353600-1531958399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Societies: Strengthening Minority Gender Communities
DESCRIPTION:9 visitors from multiple countries will examine U.S. and international initiatives to promote and protect the human rights of the LGBTI community; explore equal access to educational\, economic and healthcare opportunities for citizens with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations; analyze the legislative framework and political perspectives on current and pending efforts to ensure equal human and civil rights in the United States; and observe how organizations monitor\, influence\, and advocate for human and civil rights policy at the local\, state\, national\, and international levels.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/resilient-societies-strengthening-minority-gender-communities/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T194538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T194538Z
UID:1752-1530950400-1532797200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:AFRICAN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:7 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego Exploring the following: Introduce the political\, economic and social factors that influence and encourage the development of private enterprise in the U.S; Explain the role the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) plays in encouraging the U.S.- African exports from Department of State \, Congressional and private sector perspectives; Highlight the contributions of women to local economies and technology development; Provide a platform for participants to showcase products and make important business links.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/african-women-entrepreneurship-program/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180711
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T222024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T191513Z
UID:1706-1530662400-1531267199@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Global Economy
DESCRIPTION:12 visitors from multiple countries will provide an overview of the economic\, political\, and social factors and institutions relevant to domestic and international U.S. trade and investment practices; explore current economic trends\, U.S. fiscal and monetary policies\, trade agreements\, and their impact on the global economy; discuss state and local international trade and export promotion initiatives and related innovative strategies to advance regional economic development; provide insights into how American industries compete in the world market; and examine the role of the media\, regulatory agencies\, and consumer advocacy groups in informing the public on domestic and international economic trends and financial issues. \n 
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/global-economy/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T221751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T221751Z
UID:1704-1529395200-1532365200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Promoting Cyber-Security
DESCRIPTION:22 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego to examine the President’s Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative and assess threats to critical infrastructure; Discuss U.S. policy and efforts to secure an open\, interoperable\, secure\, and reliable cyberspace\, including U.S. interagency functions; Explore cyber education\, research and development efforts; Assess the efficacy of Internet security legislation and explore protections for privacy rights and civil liberties; Evaluate the role of the private sector in promoting cybersecurity\, including public-private information sharing and data protection; Explore economic and national security impacts of malevolent cyber activity; and discuss strategies to collaborate and counter cyber threats.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/promoting-cyber-security/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180629T193039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T193039Z
UID:1750-1528617600-1528909200@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:Education & STEAM
DESCRIPTION:11 visitors from Mexico will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego to explore the following; Introduce new and practical ideas in STEAM education to community leaders\, teachers\, and educators by visiting schools\, community organizations\, labs\, and other sites while in the United States; Examine development and implementation of new STEAM programs that attract youth from at risk communities; explore mechanisms for providing concrete skills to students through innovative STEAM programs and activities that result in improved career educational prospects.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/education-steam/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180614
DTSTAMP:20260406T130952
CREATED:20180511T221907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T191111Z
UID:1705-1528588800-1528934399@sandiegodiplomacy.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Education
DESCRIPTION:11 visitors from Mexico will be visiting to introduce new and practical\, transferable ideas in STEAM education to community leaders\, teachers\, and educators by visiting a range of schools\, community organizations\, labs\, and other sites while in the United States. They will examine development and implementation of new STEAM programs that attract youth from at-risk and underrepresented communities and explore mechanisms for providing concrete skills to students through innovative STEAM programs and activities that result in improved career and educational prospects.
URL:https://sandiegodiplomacy.org/event/steam-education/
CATEGORIES:Incoming Delegations
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