Upcoming Events & International Delegations

Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management

14 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: Assess U.S. pre- and post-disaster strategies for managing and responding to natural and man-made disasters Discuss mobilizing resources and assisting community members with the economic, social,... Read More

Responses to Refugee Issues

10 visitors from Egypt 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. legislation pertaining to refugees and asylum?seekers Gain insight into U.S. protection measures for refugees and asylum?seekers, and observe how this differs between states Highlight initiatives... Read More

Countering Violent Extremism – Strong Cities Network

11 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: Facilitate systematic sharing of knowledge, expertise, and lessons learned on building social cohesion and community resilience to prevent violent extremism across cities on an international basis... Read More

Combatting Trafficking in Person

7 visitors from Serbia 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 legal framework and policymaking efforts in the U.S. for combating trafficking in persons Explore best practices in the roles of law enforcement, prosecution and judges... Read More

Sustainable Cities

15 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: Explore best practices in environmentally sound creative urban planning and the design and maintenance of infrastructure systems in urban areas Examine the effect of natural and... Read More

Religious and Public Education

13 visitors from Saudi Arabia will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego for this project sponsored by the Department of State. Specific objectives are forthcoming.

Professional Fellowship Program

9 business leaders from Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia will work for a month with local companies and non-profits.

Sustainable Management of Protected Areas

8 visitors from Chile will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego for this project sponsored by the Department of State. Specific objectives are forthcoming.

Accessing Foreign Markets Export Logistics, From Rural Roads to Ports

4 visitors from Colombia 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 tools that strengthen the enabling environment for exporting different kinds of products from rural areas Examine systems and institutions that allow small scale producers in rural... Read More