Our National Network

Global Ties U.S. leads a network of 80+ nonprofit organizations serving all 50 U.S. states to coordinate international exchange programs.

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Arizona

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Embracing Diplomacy Through Cultural Heritage
Cultivating Global Perspectives Through Educational Exchanges
Bringing Mindfulness to the Media Through Exchange
Contributing to Civic and Social Justice Through Exchange

California

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Sports Diplomacy and Women’s Empowerment: A Q&A with Olympian Shannon Rowbury 
How Citizen Diplomacy Shapes the World
45 Years of People-to-People Exchanges
Empowering People through Policy and IVLP Exchanges

Colorado

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Strengthening Democracy Through Exchange
Exploring Digital Frontiers Through Technology Exchanges 
Engaging Youth and Building the Leaders of Tomorrow
IVLP Explores Transparency and Accountability in Government in U.S. and Abroad

Florida

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Serving Communities and International Visitors
Crafting Community Through Exchange Programs
Career Connections Miami: A Convergence of Culture, Connection, and Career Growth
Protecting our Environment Through International Exchange

Illinois

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Serving Communities and International Visitors
Empowering Women Worldwide Through Citizen Diplomacy
Civic Engagement Through Global Outreach
Strengthening Global Health Capacity and Accessibility Through Exchange

Iowa

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Strengthening Democracy Through Exchange
Photo Exhibit Highlighting International Exchange Programs to Stop in Iowa
Emerging Leader Highlights Exchange Opportunities from Iowa to Japan
Empowering Women Worldwide Through Citizen Diplomacy

Kentucky

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How Citizen Diplomacy Shapes the World
100 Years of Citizen Diplomacy in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
Women’s Empowerment and its Impact
Two Things Resuming In-Person IVLP Taught Us About International Exchanges

Michigan

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Embracing Diplomacy Through Cultural Heritage
Strengthening Global Health Capacity and Accessibility Through Exchange
How My IVLP Experience Inspired My Career Goals
International Exchange as an Advocacy Tool for Championing Women

Nebraska

Nevada

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Protecting our Environment Through International Exchange
Combating Disinformation Through International Exchange
Advocacy Tools and Strategies from Northern Nevada International Center
Youth Empowerment: IVLP Alum Reflects on the Rise of Youth in Political Engagement

New York

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Ten Years of Working Toward a More Safe and Secure World
Empowering Women Worldwide Through Citizen Diplomacy
Building Partnerships in International Education  

Ohio

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Q&A with Rid-All Green Partnership
Remembering Three Decades of Citizen Diplomacy  
How Citizen Diplomacy Shapes the World
100 Years of Citizen Diplomacy in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

Oklahoma

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Crafting Community Through Exchange Programs
Message from the 2024 National Meeting Chair
Promoting International Exchange Through Community Engagement
Global Ties Network Hosts 2022 International Women of Courage

South Carolina

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Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow
Empowering Women Worldwide Through Citizen Diplomacy
21st Century Changemakers Advancing DEIA In IVLP Programming
International Exchanges and Their Impact on Health and Humanity

Texas

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International Exchange Highlights the Power of Partnerships
Global Ties Network Hosts Women of Courage
Lessons Learned About Civic Engagement and its Impact Abroad
Global Ties Network Highlights IVLP Initiatives on Civic and Social Justice

National Program Agencies

National Program Agencies are nonprofits based primarily in Washington, DC that coordinate and implement exchange programs. National Program Agencies work closely with our Community-Based Members to create tailored experiences for exchange program participants of the U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP):

The Office of International Visitors 

The Office of International Visitors (OIV) at the U.S. Department of State is responsible for implementing the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). OIV works closely with the private sector, including the National Program Agencies and Community-Based Members of Global Ties U.S.