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SUMMARY:Become a Part of the Young Professionals Advisory Group
DESCRIPTION:We seek your guidance & execution skills to further the organization’s mission and strategies.  \nWe are looking to expand our Inaugural Young Professionals Advisory Group\, for those under 40 years of age. This is your time to shine\, get creative\, and impactful! Individuals who are passionate about the mission\, commit to 2-5 hours per month for committee meetings and staff discussions\, commit to 2-year term\, and give or get at minimum $100 through personal or corporate contribution.\n\nApplications due September 1st. 
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/join-our-young-professionals-advisory-group/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Local,Networking
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SUMMARY:Become a Part of the Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council invites you to join a leadership team advancing our “GLOCAL” mission—making a meaningful impact locally and globally. As a board member\, you will partner closely with staff to provide guidance\, execute strategies\, and help drive the organization’s mission forward. \nBoard Member Responsibilities: \n\nServe as a legally and fiscally responsible steward of the organization.\nBe passionate about our mission and committed to advancing it.\nDedicate 1–3 hours per month for board and committee meetings.\nCommit to a 3-year board term.\nGive or Get a minimum of $5\,000 annually—through a personal donation or by raising the equivalent from your network\, corporate sponsorship\, or other fundraising efforts.\n\nAreas of Expertise We’re Seeking: \n\n\nLegal counsel\nTechnology / IT / Data Management / AI\nAccounting and financial oversight\nFundraising and development\nMarketing / Communications / Social Media\n\nApplications due September 1st.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/become-a-part-of-the-board-of-directors/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Local,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
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SUMMARY:We the People: Cultural Heritage and Preservation IVLP Group
DESCRIPTION:With delegates from Armenia\, Belarus\, Bosnia and Herzegovina\, Bulgaria\, Georgia\, Germany\, Ireland\, Italy\, Republic of Kosovo\, Latvia\, Lithuania\, Malta\, Montenegro\, Poland\, Serbia\, Slovakia\, Türkiye\, Ukraine\, United Kingdom. \n\nThe Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project: \n• Showcase leading practices in cultural heritage preservation\, policy development\, and interagency collaboration;\n• Examine innovative models for community engagement\, educational programming\, and outreach;\n• Explore strategies to prevent the destruction\, looting\, and trafficking of cultural heritage;\n• Increase knowledge of U.S. laws and law enforcement mechanisms to prevent smuggling of cultural property into and out of the United States; and\,\n• Provide opportunities for creation of partnerships and linkages with U.S. museums\, auction houses\, academic institutions\, U.S. law enforcement agencies\, and other entities that manage\, protect\, and preserve cultural property. \n\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/we-the-people-cultural-heritage-and-preservation-ivlp-group/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Local,Professional Exchange
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
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SUMMARY:Africa America Trade & Investment Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Africa America Trade & Investment Summit is the premier transatlantic gathering for governments\, multinationals and enterprises building the next chapter of Africa–U.S. commerce. Its 3rd Edition returns to Cincinnati under the theme of Ghana and the 24-Hour Economy — a defining policy framework for accelerating industrial output\, exports and employment. \nOver two days of closed sessions\, plenaries and bilateral meetings\, the Summit will formalize commitments across four strategic deliverables — $1 billion in Ghanaian exports to North America\, $1 billion in foreign direct investment\, the establishment of Ghana Trade Centers across the United States\, and the creation of one million direct and indirect jobs. \nThe Summit is convened in partnership with the Government of Ghana\, the City of Cincinnati and a coalition of Fortune 500 companies committed to the future of transatlantic enterprise. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/africa-america-trade-investment-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Oscar Event Center\, 5440 Dixie Hwy\, Fairfield\, OH\, \, OH 45014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Local,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T200000
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SUMMARY:Sparks in the Park --Under The Big Top
DESCRIPTION:Led by Center for Great Neighborhoods\, Sparks in the Park is a free\, family-focused community program that brings neighbors together through creativity\, play\, and hands-on learning. Held throughout the summer at Randolph Park (David Housely Pavilion)\, these events feature themed activities\, art projects\, recreation\, music\, food\, and opportunities for families to connect while exploring new ideas and experiences together. \nLet us know we’ll see you there! 
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/sparks-in-the-park-under-the-big-top/
LOCATION:Randolph Park\, 226 E 8th St.\, Covington\, KY\, 41011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Global Education,Local
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20261006T133002Z
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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/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Professional Exchange
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T093000
DTSTAMP:20261007T141410Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T190000
DTSTAMP:20261007T142549Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T130000
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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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