IVLP at IIE DC

Leaders from the Near East & North Africa joined @StateIVLP "Young Leaders RISE" to explore initiatives for engaging youth to drive economic growth. While visiting @wacphila, they met with non-profits, civic organizations, and volunteered with @C2CPhiladelphia!

Last month, 5 African professionals joined @StateIVLP to explore hands-on strategies to combat illegal fishing. Their U.S. journey spanned D.C., Oregon (@worldoregon), Ohio (@globalcincynky), Rhode Island & Massachusetts (@WorldBoston), building tools & partnerships for change.

In July, international visitors joined an #IVLP project on "Digital Standards: Fostering Security and Innovation" across four US cities. The group explored how tech leadership and international cooperation promote prosperity. Thanks to @gciv for their warm welcome to Atlanta!

IIE was honored to join the National Security & Emerging Technologies Summit hosted by @UtahDiplomacy. Thank you to @GlobalTiesUS for opening conversation on how emerging tech impacts national security. IVLP is committed to strengthening our nation through international exchange!

In June, 9 leaders from the Near East & North Africa explored how U.S. cities fuel entrepreneurship & innovation through the @StateIVLP Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development program. From DC➡️Atlanta, they connected with changemakers shaping small business success today!

We recently welcomed an IVLP delegation from Ethiopia focused on University Research Administration. In Cleveland, they explored infectious disease research at Case Western University. Excited for ongoing collaboration between US-Ethiopia. Thanks to @CleWorldAffairs for hosting!

#IVLP is making the world healthier through exchange! In June, @IIEglobal & @StateIVLP brought together health cooperation experts from around the world. Trip highlights included visits to the @DEAWashingtonDC, @ClevelandClinic quantum computer, and a health workshop in Milwaukee

Did you know Jamaican PM Andrew Holness is a @StateIVLP alum? The U.S. & Jamaica partner on security & fighting transnational crime. 🌍 IVLP builds global ties in government, business & academia. Learn more here: exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program…

Innovation is at the heart of IVLP! The projects Iraq: IP Rights, Laos: Science, Tech, & Innovation, & Indonesia: Advancing Digital Diplomacy all took on innovation through different lenses, equipping visitors with skills & knowledge about fostering creativity & change back home.

IIE hosted a @StateIVLP delegation on Trafficking in Persons: Prevention and Mitigation. In DC, they visited the Department of Labor to learn more about federal efforts against child and forced labor. Thank you @USDOL for an informative and productive meeting!

Thank you 🇺🇸 #CitizenDiplomats w/ @MelroseOrlando for hosting International Visitor Leadership Program (#IVLP) participants from #Europe for a project exploring current economic, political & social trends. @OCLSLibrary #ExchangeMatters @GlobalTiesUS @IIEGlobal

Happy #WorldArtDay! Today we celebrate the power of art in cultural exchange. Former @StateIVLP multi-regional project, "Promoting Social Change Through Art," shows how arts education engages youth and serves as a public diplomacy tool to strengthen U.S. relationships abroad.

In February, we welcomed IVLP participants from 12 African for the "Trafficking in Persons" program. They visited U.S. cities to meet with experts on prevention and mitigation. Thank you to our community partners at @globalcincynky @worldaffairslv Louisville, KY & Columbia, SC!

We joined our @GlobalTiesUS colleagues for the 2025 National Meeting, attending sessions and sharing best practices on the theme "Stronger Communities, Stronger Alliances." IIE's, Fred Kitchen, won a Network Honor Award for her outstanding work over the years. Congrats, Fred!

This year, 18 European @StateIVLP participants explored current U.S. social, political, and economic issues by visiting several U.S. states including @CleWorldAffairs, @GlobalMinnesota , Santa Fe New Mexico, Tulsa Oklahoma, and @IntlOrlando. #ExchangeOurWorld @IIEglobal

IVLP participants from Kazakhstan explored themes around ‘Fiscal Transparency’ and visited several local officials across four states. Program highlights included a visit to the Office of the Attorney General in Washington and the New Mexico State Capitol.

During "Approaches to Urban Search and Rescue in the United States," Americans and IVLP participants from Türkiye shared best practices in earthquake response. Program highlights included meetings with the FDNY and MD National Guard.

#IVLP participants examining Combatting Trafficking in Persons visited El Paso, Texas and met with officers of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and had the opportunity to participate in a port-of-entry tour. Thanks to El Paso Council for International Visitors for hosting!

A very #HappyThanksgiving from the @IVLPIIEDC team!

Last week, visitors on the #IVLP project “Countering Disinformation Among Older Adults” attended a virtual workshop with @Poynter. Al Thompkins led a discussion on working with older adults to help them tell the difference between reliable and unreliable information sources.