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SUMMARY:The 30-Year War: Conflict in Africa's Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations is a dinner and dialogue series that provides unparalleled access to top experts and diplomats for candid discussions of today’s most pressing international issues. Participation is typically exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests\, but for one time only\, all CCWA members are welcome to attend!  \nSince 1996\, multiple waves of conflict have washed over the eastern areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo\, destabilizing the region and leading to the deaths of approximately 6 million people. While local ethnic tensions remain a flashpoint for violence\, the abundance of natural resources and grave human rights violations have globalized this conflict. To protect its mineral mines\, China has supported the Congolese government in the fight against rebel groups. Despite the need for regional stability amidst a staggering number of internally displaced people and millions more who suffer from food insecurity\, the role of international security forces has remained inconsistent and controversial. \nThe Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is honored to host Mvemba Phezo Dizolele\, senior fellow and director of the Africa Center at the Center for Strategic and International Studies\, to discuss the prolonged conflict at the heart of Africa’s Great Lakes region\, the forces shaping it\, and the road ahead. \nAre you a CCWA member interested in attending? Please email Jacob Connell at jconnell@ccwa.org. Diplomat and Ambassador members may register as normal via the link emailed directly to them. Registration will close at 5:00pm on Thursday\, May 29. \nPlease note that due to unforeseen complications with the Mr. Dizolele’s schedule\, this program has been rescheduled to June 4\, 2025.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/the-30-year-war-conflict-in-africas-great-lakes/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 1211 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCFR Event,CCWA Event,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:Dinner Hosting: Ukraine Business Fellows
DESCRIPTION:CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on Saturday\, June 7. \nParticipants are in Cleveland for three weeks and will be placed at startups and businesses for professional fellowships. The participants are here through a U.S. Department of State-sponsored program called Ukrainian Business Leaders: Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship. \nDinner Hosting FAQ \nNo need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending\, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.\nThe more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.\nWho’s coming to dinner? There would be 2 – 3 visitors. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name\, profession\, and dietary restrictions. \nSign me up! To host this group\, please contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/dinner-hosting-ukraine-business-fellows/
CATEGORIES:International Visitors
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SUMMARY:Dinner Hosting: Film and Multi-Media Innovation for Estonia
DESCRIPTION:CCWA is looking for internationally minded individuals and families to host international exchange participants for dinner on Friday\, June 13. \nParticipants are in Cleveland on an exchange project called Film and Multi-Media Innovation. Participants are from Estonia. This project is part of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitors Leadership Program. \nDinner Hosting FAQ \nNo need for an elaborate multi-course meal. Dinner does not need to be expensive and can be done as easily as you’d like. A potluck or a catered meal are also possibilities. Schedule pending\, a weekend brunch or lunch may also be arranged.\nThe more the merrier. You’re welcome to invite family members or friends to help welcome your international guests.\nWho’s coming to dinner? Groups range from 2 – 5 visitors—an interpreter may be included\, too. Background information will be provided typically one week in advance. This includes visitor name\, profession\, and dietary restrictions. \nSign me up! To host this group\, please contact Andrew Kovach at akovach@ccwa.org. We ask first time hosts to fill out a Citizen Diplomat profile form here. A CCWA staff member will also briefly meet you in person at your home prior to hosting.
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/dinner-hosting-film-and-multi-media-innovation-for-estonia/
CATEGORIES:International Visitors
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SUMMARY:Global Ambassadors Debrief and Impact Session
DESCRIPTION:CCWA invites you to join the Global Ambassadors Debrief and Impact Session on June 23\, 2025\, from 5:30-7:30pm. As we wrap up this year’s program\, the 2024-2025 Global Ambassadors look forward to sharing program impact on their work and their leadership development\, lessons learned\, best practices that can be applied in our community\, and the energy and inspiration they have gained as a part of this program. We are eager to share the impact of the program with you! \nThe event is free of charge\, but advance registration is required. \nTo learn more about the cohort’s year-long global leadership experience\, visit: Transformative Global Learning Experience for 2024-2025 CCWA Global Ambassadors in Finland and Spain \nTo apply for the 2025-2026 Global Ambassadors cohort\, visit: Now Accepting Applications for CCWA’s Global Ambassadors and LEADS Programs for Young Professionals
URL:https://www.ccwa.org/events/global-ambassadors-debrief-and-impact-session/
LOCATION:Greater Cleveland Partnership\, 1240 Huron Road E\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCWA Event,Community Event
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