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SUMMARY:Strategies to Prevent Terrorism IVLP Group and Dinner Host Volunteer Call
DESCRIPTION:with delegates from Austria\, Bosnia and Herzegovina\, Croatia\, Czech Republic\, Finland\, Georgia\, Greece\, Malta\, Republic of North Macedonia\, and Spain. \n\nThe Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project: \n\nIntroduce U.S. programs and trends used to counter terrorism\, including those that exemplify the relationship between federal\, state\, and local entities.\nExplore the underlying conditions that fuel terrorism\, violent acts\, and the current and emerging trends being used to prevent and counter them.\nDiscuss how the public and private sectors within the United States\, including government and academia\, work together to counter terrorism on all levels.\n\n\n\nVolunteer Call \nWe are currently seeking volunteers to host dinner for 2–3 delegates on October 17. Please reach out to Eavan Kuehnle\, IVLP Programs Assistant\, at ekuehnle@cincyworldaffairs.org if interested! \n  \nThis is a program of the U.S. Department of State\, administered by World Affairs Council –Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/strategies-to-prevent-terrorism-ivlp-group/
CATEGORIES:Professional Exchange
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SUMMARY:International Friendship Day Celebration with Cincinnati Sister Cities
DESCRIPTION:More information to come!
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/international-friendship-day-celebration-with-cincinnati-sister-cities/
LOCATION:Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park\, 1135 Riverside Dr\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Global Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join the Young Professionals for an evening of books and community. Bring gently used books to swap and discover a new favorite to take home. \n\nTo align with the World Affairs Council mission of building global understanding\, we ask that you bring books either by international authors or about international topics!
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/young-professionals-global-book-swap/
LOCATION:Unataza Coffee\, 603 6th Ave\, Dayton\, KY\, 41074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T080000
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SUMMARY:Building a Resilient Startup Community: Lessons from 80 Acres and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Scaling a local unicorn globally.\n\nEntrepreneur\, Mike Zelkind\, left a successful career as a food industry executive to launch what would become one of Cincinnati’s first unicorns\, 80 Acres Farms. In one of his first public appearances since 80 Acres ceased operations\, CEO and co-founder Mike Zelkind will tell the inside story of an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey from launching the startup with co-founder\, Tisha Livingston\, at Queen City Club to building a Cincinnati unicorn that became a global leader during the explosive rise of vertical farming\, to ultimately confronting the decision every founder hopes never to face. He will also discuss lessons learned and his thoughts on how Cincinnati can continue to build a resilient place for startups to grow and scale. \nBuy tickets here. 
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/building-a-resilient-startup-community-lessons-from-80-acres-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Queen City Club\, 331 E 4th St\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Local,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T173000
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SUMMARY:The Taft Family & Portraits of American Diplomacy: Civic Leadership & Foreign Service
DESCRIPTION:Moments when diplomats made the difference in America’s fate\n\nJoin Governor Bob Taft for a powerful celebration of American diplomacy. Together\, we’ll explore how one of Ohio’s most influential political families and diplomats from the Greater Cincinnati region have assisted American citizens in distress\, opened markets for products from our farms and factories\, and built America’s national security throughout America’s 250-year history. Come learn how the work of diplomats benefits Americans and our communities. \nThis program is accompanied by an exhibit\, created by the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training\, captures key moments when diplomats made the difference in America’s fate\, from protecting the young republic in its most vulnerable moments to helping our nation expand across the continent. It also explores how diplomats navigated two world wars and then built an international system that enabled the United States to win the Cold War and grow into the largest economy in the world. \n\nBuy tickets here.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/the-taft-family-portraits-of-american-diplomacy-civic-leadership-foreign-service/
LOCATION:Taft Museum of Art\, 316 Pike St\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Happy Hour,Local,Networking
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: 20th Annual International Education Summit
DESCRIPTION:Designed for high school students and educators\, the International Education Summit offers a day of hands-on workshops\, inspiring speakers\, and career-focused networking — all centered on how global events and local communities are more connected than ever. \nHosted by the World Affairs Council of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky\, this annual summit helps students explore real-world issues\, develop practical skills\, and discover career opportunities in a wide range of fields. \nWhat you’ll experience:\n \n\nInteractive workshops led by students and community leaders\nCommunity Fair + Speed Networking with local professionals\nInsightful discussions on current international topics and future careers\n\nWhether you’re planning your next steps or just want to understand the world around you better\, this event will give you the tools and confidence to move forward. \nMore information to come!
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/save-the-date-20th-annual-international-education-summit/
LOCATION:Northern Kentucky University\, Nunn Dr\, Highland Heights\, KY\, 41099
CATEGORIES:Global Education,International Education Summit,Local
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