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Greetings!
The Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy invites you to host International Visitors for dinner and meaningful conversation.
Join us on November 15th for our 2011-2012 World Affairs Lecture Series, featuring L. Hunter Lovins, President and Founder of Natural Capitalism Solutions. Ms. Lovins will discuss Climate Capitalism: The Business Case for Sustainability.
Read about how UCCD Strengthens Ties to France. Our next Member Orientation Breakfast will take place on October 28th. Join us to learn more about UCCD! UCCD invites you to Host International Students for dinner and conversation .
The World Affairs Council of America 2011 National Conference is drawing near, and will be held in Washinton D.C. November 2-4. Connect with us! Become a UCCD Facebook Fan or follow us on Twitter, and stay up-to-date on upcoming programs, events, and all things international!
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Incoming International Visitors to Utah
 "Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding."
-Albert Einstein
International Visitors are participants in the International Visitor Leadership Program administered by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. All International Visitors are accompanied by U.S. Department of State Interpreters and/or English Language Officers. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Kaitlin Spas, Program Director, at kspas@utahdiplomacy.org or (801) 832-3273.
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
Multiregional* - No Home Hospitality requested
Oct 5-11: 5 Visitors examining the Spirit of Volunteerism: Honoring 50 Years of the Peace Corps
Bulgaria - Home Hosts Secured
Sat, Oct 8: 5 Visitors examining the Role of Religion in the U.S.
South Korea - Home Hospitality Opportunities Forthcoming
November 1-5: 4 Visitors examining Refugee Resettlement Issues
Multiregional* - Home Hospitality Opportunities Forthcoming
November 9-12: 20 Visitors examining Contemporary Challenges in Higher Education
Multiregional Split* - NEEDED: 2 Home Hosts
November 10-15: 6 Visitors examining Combating Trafficking in Persons
*For a complete list of participating countries, please visit
www.utahdiplomacy.org.
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2011-2012 World Affairs Lecture Series
Tuesday, November 15, 2011, 7 PMClimate Capitalism:
The Business Case for Sustainability
L. Hunter Lovins, President and Founder,
Natural Capitalism Solutions Believe in climate change. Or don't. But you'd better understand this: the best route to rebuilding our economy, our cities, and our job markets, as well as assuring national security, is doing precisely what you would do if you were scared to death about climate change.
In Climate Capitalism, L. Hunter Lovins, with sustainability expert Dr. Boyd
Cohen, tells the stories of inventors, major corporations, communities, and main street businesses who are cutting their costs, driving innovation, inspiring their employees, and building prosperity by investing in energy efficiency and renewable resources.
For more information, click here .
This lecture is presented as part of the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy's Ambassador John Price and Marcia Price World Affairs Lecture Series, in partnership with Westminster College's Weldon J. Taylor Executive Lecture Series, American Express, and Wells Fargo. All lectures are free and open to the public, and held in the Vieve Gore Concert Hall at Westminster College.
Overflow parking is available in the neighborhood alongside 1300 East and at the Sugar House Stake Center (1100 E. 1700 S. | Salt Lake City, Utah 84105)
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UCCD Strengthens Ties to France
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From Left: Mr. Eric Garandeau, President, Centre National du Cinema et de l 'image Animee, (IVLP 2011); Laura Dupuy, Executive Director, Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy; and Akram Belkaid, Journalist, Le Monde Diplomatique (IVLP 2009)
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In September, 2011, UCCD Executive Director, Laura Dupuy, traveled to France as part of a delegation to help celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Cercle Jefferson, an association founded by French alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), to show their support of the American people following September 11, 2001.
Pascal Dupeyrat, Cercle Jefferson Founder and General Secretary, in partnership with the Public Affairs Office, U.S. Embassy, Paris, organized a five-day professional and cultural program for members of the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV). The visit was arranged by the association in order to "promote mutual understanding and the continuing exchange of ideas that began with participation in the IVLP."
The self-funded delegation included representatives from nine Councils for International Visitors (including UCCD), NCIV Board members, as well as representatives from the Office of International Visitors, U.S. Department of State. Alma Candelaria, Director of the Office of International Visitors and keynote speaker at UCCD's 2011 Tribute to Utah's Citizen Diplomats, was joined by Stephen Taylor, Program Officer, Office of International Visitors. Laura Dupuy serves as Vice-Chair of the NCIV Board. Read more of this article
*While in Paris, Laura Dupuy was interviewed by Cercle Andrew Young. Read this exclusive interview here.
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Member Orientation Breakfast
 Are you a longtime, new or prospective member of the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy (UCCD)? Are you a first-time Home Host? (Orientation is required for new Home Hosts.)
If so, join the UCCD staff on Friday, October 28, 2011, 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. for a fun breakfast and one-hour informative session to learn about how you can help build peace and understanding. Topics will include:
- Mission & history of UCCD
- Programs & events
- Benefits & responsibilities of membership
- Volunteer opportunities
The orientation will be held in Room 226 of the Bill & Vieve Gore School of Business at Westminster College. For more information and to register, call (801) 832-3272 or simply reply to this email.
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Host International Students for Dinner
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Westminster College International Students and Home Host Wendy Leigh
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Since 2008, the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy has partnered with Westminster College's Diversity and International Center to provide Westminster international students with the opportunity to experience Home Hospitality.
Volunteer now! Host exchange students for dinner and conversation, and contribute to making their stay in Utah unforgettable.
When?
Saturday, November 12, 2011, 6-9 p.m.
Benefits for Home Hosts - Enrich the life of an exceptional young person
- Learn about other customs and cultures through the eyes of young men and women
- Help build people-to-people connections that span the globe and last a lifetime
How it works Individual students or groups of up to 4 students will be assigned to you. Once assigned, you will receive information about your guests. On the assigned date, you will pick up your guests at 6 p.m. at Westminster College's Circle in front of Converse Hall (Admissions) on the east side of campus off of 1300 East and return them to campus at 9 p.m. Sign up!
Please call (801) 832-3272 or simply reply to this email.
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World Affairs Councils of America 2011 National Conference
US National Security: Six Top Issues for the 2012 Election
November 2-4, 2011
Mayflower Hotel
Washington D.C.
Registration is now open for the 2011 National Conference, US National Security: Six Top Issues for the 2012 Elections! The Conference will take place November 2-4, 2011 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC. Also happening at that time will be our Fall Leadership Meeting for Council CEOs and Staff and our WACA Annual Membership Meeting. This year's conference will launch the year long discussion on the Six Top National Security Issues facing the United States in the run-up to the 2012 presidential election, which were selected by our council network leadership; US Education: Competing Globally, US Energy Policy, Afghanistan/Pakistan, US Economic Competitiveness, the Middle East, and China.
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UCCD Calendar
Mark your calendar for UCCD's upcoming events. For more information, please visit our Events Calendar.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011, 7:00 PM International Book Group The Lost Cyclist by David V. Herlihy Monday, October 24, 2011, 9:00 AM Global I.Q. with The Economist "Special Report: Business in India" Friday, October 28, 2011, 8:15 AM New Member Orientation Saturday, November 12, 2011, 6:00-9:00 PM Host Westminster College International Students Tuesday, November 15, 2011, 7:00 PM World Affairs Lecture Series Climate Capitalism: The Business Case for Sustainability Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 5:00 PM
CHINA Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections
Saturday, December 10, 2011, 8:00 PMUCCD's 29th Annual Vivaldi by Candlelight Benefit Concert |
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| Community News
2011 Korean Cultural Day
October 19, 2011, 7:00-9:00 PM, East High School Auditorium
The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles, and Gyeonggi Arts Center, Korea Foundation, and The Korean American Federation of Utah are presenting a grand event - 2011, Korean Cultural Day, in the Salt Lake City. This event will be a great opportunity for cultural exchanges between Koreans and Americans that will further enhance a better understanding and appreciation of our respective cultures.
This event will present a fantastic crossover performance of traditional Korean Dance combined with world renowned Taekwondo martial arts with a modern dance twist by Heung Dong Cho who is Director of the Gyeonggi Provincial Dance Company of the Gyeonggi Arts Center. They will also present the quintessence of Korean traditional dance: the Fan Dance, Hourglass-shaped drum dance, and etc.
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
Info: Sunny Kang (801-390-3952) or Solhee Shelley (801-699-3062) Korean American Federation of Utah.
Governor-Led Trade Mission to Canada
November 1-3, 2011
Whether you are new to exporting or a seasoned global marketer, this is an excellent opportunity to expand your sales to Canada. Governor Gary Herbert will lead this Trade Mission to assist Utah businesses with exports to Canada, promote foreign direct investment opportunities and tourism and strengthen educational ties. The mission will include customized one-on-one business appointments.
Info: Contact Paola Diaz, Intern, Governor's Office of Economic Development at (801) 538-8714 or pdiaz@utah.gov
4th Annual Women in International Business Conference
"Critical Tools for Success in the International Marketplace"
November 8, 2011, Salt Lake Community College - Miller Campus
We are pleased to announce the fourth annual Women in International Business Conference! We invite you to expand and reconnect with your network as we discuss how to negotiate and conduct successful transactions in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas. This conference will address negotiation skills, cultural factors, security issues, appropriate behaviors and other practical tips and techniques to assist you when doing business in the international marketplace.
To register: http://tinyurl.com/3odfwe2
More info: http://www.wtcut.com/upcoming-events/?event_id=245
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Please submit your stories and pictures to UCCD's bi-monthly e-newsletter. Keep updated about UCCD by visiting our website. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event! Sincerely, Danielle Caldwell,
Director of Communications & Community Outreach
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