Utah Global Diplomacy

As a follow up to our Future of Refugees in UT symposium, Jessica Hercules, a community engagement organizer at @ESLCenter, discusses the experience of being a refugee in Utah, the struggles they may face, & what they contribute to our society. Listen at bit.ly/3TyF5n5

Don't miss @WomenWorldUT's 13th Annual Fashion Show & Cultural Gala! This is a a great educational & networking opportunity for Utahns and recognizes the bravery, courage & resilience of women who have survived the unthinkable. Tickets here: womenofworld.org/about-the-fund…

Sign up for Academic WorldQuest ends tomorrow! If you are interested in competing against other HS students in a World Affairs trivia contest, then get ready. The competition is on Mar. 4 at the Hinckley Institute of Politics! More details available at utahdiplomacy.org/young-diplomat….

Thank you to the over 170 guests who joined us for the Future of Refugees in Utah Symposium! 🙌 What did you enjoy most about the symposium?

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Two weeks left until the Academic WorldQuest competition! Are you ready? Academic WorldQuest is a global knowledge competition for high school students. Get your team together and register at bit.ly/WorldQuestUT or link in bio! #Utah #AcademicWorldQuest #utahhighschools

Last call! The Future of Refugees in Utah Symposium is tomorrow! Focused on • vetting process • contributions of refugees to host communities • how host communities & refugees can work together to strengthen integration & opportunity Details at: bit.ly/UTRefugeeSympo…

TWO DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER! We are happy to announce Asha Parekh as one of our symposium speakers re: the current status of refugee resettlement in Utah. Thurs Feb 16 1 - 5:30 PM Free & open to the public! Register at bit.ly/UTRefugeeSympo….

Are you 55+ and looking to stay informed on world affairs? Then don’t miss out on our Spring Great Decisions class! Visit link in bio for more information. In partnership with @universityofutah Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. #GreatDecisions #WorldAffairs #UtahDiplomacy

Interested in refugee resettlement, integration, or economic impact? Next week, we discuss these issues with local & national experts, examine the intersectionality of these topics, & explore possible solutions to these challenges. Register here: bit.ly/UTRefugeeSympo…

In this episode, Dr. Alicia Cunningham-Bryant joins us to discuss what artifact repatriation is, why we should be concerned with returning material goods back to their rightful homes, and how this is an issue that affects Utah. Listen at bit.ly/3TyF5n5.

Just 2 days away! If you have time this Thursday, come chat w/ visiting Armenians involved in LGBTQ activism. Learn about their lives & work in their communities at this cozy bookstore gathering. Snacks provided, questions encouraged! Details here: bit.ly/ArmenianLGBTQ

We are happy to announce Jennie Murray as one of our symposium speakers re: economic benefits of refugees to a host community. Thurs Feb 16 1 - 5:30 PM Free & open to the public! Register at bit.ly/UTRefugeeSympo….

5 Armenian visitors (coming next week!) 4 IVLP programs 3 opportunities to travel 2 weeks from our Refugee Symposium 1 Letter from our Director Don't miss this month's email newsletter! - mailchi.mp/utahdiplomacy/…

Don't forget to mark your calendars for February 9 at 5:30 pm! We're hosting five LGBTQ Armenian activists with @utahdiplomacy for a community conversation about efforts to push for more protections, visibility, and support for queer folks in Armenia. buff.ly/3kFJybe

Our upcoming symposium is grateful to have an incredible mediator, Aden Batar! Mr. Batar is the local Director of Migration & Refugee Services at Catholic Community Services. As a former refugee himself, we are thrilled that he is able to contribute to this important discussion.

@USCRIdc President & CEO @ENegash_USCRI will be at @UtahDiplomacy’s #RefugeeSymposium on Feb 16 where leading global experts will explore critical questions about the future of refugee resettlement and integration. Click here for more details bit.ly/3HAcn1Z

Attention UT high schoolers and/or teachers! Know any politics, history, or world affairs buffs? We have the event for you! Academic WorldQuest is just a month away! Winners receive a trip to Washington D.C. to compete in the national competition. More details at link in bio!

We are happy to announce Sarah Cross as one of our symposium speakers re: migration reform, refugee resettlement, & how we can increase community involvement in welcoming new Americans. Thurs Feb 16 1 - 5:30 PM Free & open to the public! Register at bit.ly/UTRefugeeSympo….

TOMORROW! Join Diplomat in Residence Denver Herren to learn about working in embassies and consulates around the globe w/ the U.S. Dept of State. Tues Jan 31, 2023 SLCC South City Campus Portfolio SCC 1-131 For more info & to sign up, visit: utahdiplomacy.org/events/full-ca….