About the National Meeting
The Global Ties U.S. National Meeting is the premier gathering of international exchange and public diplomacy professionals and supporters from government agencies, the private-sector, nonprofit organizations, and academia. Held in the Washington, DC-area, the National Meeting brings together participants across three days to gain high-level insights on trends affecting the international exchange and public diplomacy field, engage in in-depth professional development opportunities, and build networks to strengthen our missions focused on citizen engagement in foreign affairs.
Get Involved
2027 Theme and Dates
The Global Ties U.S. 2027 National Meeting: The Exchange Advantage will take place February 16-19 at The Westin Downtown DC in Washington, DC. Join us to explore how professional exchange programs like the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) provide the United States with a competitive edge. Expect timely conversations on economic prosperity, workforce development, community impact, and the strategic advantage the IVLP delivers as a practical driver of America’s success.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
Demonstrate your leadership in public diplomacy and international exchange by partnering with us as a sponsor and/or exhibitor. Details HERE.
National Meeting Award Nominations
Each year at the National Meeting, Global Ties U.S. recognizes leaders in citizen diplomacy and international exchange for outstanding work in our field. The National Meeting awards celebrate how and why exchange programs matter to communities in the United States and beyond.
2027 Exchange Matters Photo Contest
- Who can participate: Submissions may be from members of the Global Ties Network, U.S. Government representatives, Interpreters/Liaisons working on international exchange programs, exchange program alumni, and others who have interacted with or been involved in a U.S. Government exchange program.
- Deadline for submissions: Thursday, September 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET
2027 Global Ties U.S. Citizen Diplomat Award
- Who can nominate: Any current staff member associated with the Global Ties Network: CBM, NPA, OIV, as well as any Liaisons or Interpreters working on IVLP projects.
- Deadline for submissions: Thursday, September 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET
2027 Global Ties Network Honors
- Who can nominate: Any current staff member associated with the Global Ties Network: CBM, NPA, OIV, as well as any Liaisons or Interpreters working on IVLP projects.
- Deadline for submissions: Thursday, September 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET
Volunteer at the National Meeting
Volunteers support event logistics including registration, setup, and social media. In return, they gain access to sessions, networking opportunities with international exchange leaders, and valuable experience on event management. Volunteer applications will open with registration later this year.
Questions?
Contact NationalMeeting@GlobalTiesUS.org
The National Meeting is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by Global Ties U.S.
