MCID is thrilled to be hosting Lebanese civil society disability activists for a virtual #IVLP on #CivicEngagement and #DisabilityRights! Last week, the participants met with @StateDRL to explore the U.S. and #Lebanon’s shared interest in advancing disability-inclusive democracy.
This week we welcomed an #IVLP group from Rwanda and celebrated the start of their in-person exchange experience! These leaders will connect with counterparts throughout the U.S. to explore advocacy for the economic empowerment & social inclusion of persons with disabilities.
Virtual exchanges have created opportunities to connect #IVLP participants with new resources in smaller communities like Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/yw3F06sEfu | @StateIVLP@IntlFocusNC
Last week, we hosted an #IVLP group focused on Higher Education from El Salvador! This delegation met with several representatives from UNC (@UNC_Global, @innovateunc) to discuss encouraging innovation on campus and academia-industry linkages. Many thanks to our expert speakers!
Last week, we hosted a #IVLP group from the Western Hemisphere covering the topic of Ending Gender-Based violence. The group had an engaging roundtable discussion on best practices in reaching survivors in rural communities with several local resources.
IF is excited to announce the launch of our newest level of membership- Triangle Global Citizen (featuring new benefits and lower prices for students/seniors)!
Check out benefits and pricing at https://t.co/JLgUbLp41f, and join us today to be a Triangle Global Citizen!