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Neighbors Without Borders: Building Global Bridges in San Antonio Through Citizen Diplomacy

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Neighbors Without Borders: Building Global Bridges in San Antonio Through Citizen DiplomacyThis event underscores the “We Are Neighbor” theme by emphasizing how international cooperation and cultural exchange start with individual acts of hospitality and understanding. Join us in making San Antonio the welcome mat for the world 0 Add to DreamList

Event Details

As part of DreamWeek 2025, the San Antonio Council for International Visitors (SACIV) invites you to join an engaging event that brings the “We Are Neighbor” theme to life on an international scale. This special event will showcase how the people of San Antonio can play a vital role in U.S. diplomatic efforts by becoming Citizen Diplomats, welcoming international visitors into their homes and hearts.

Monika Prochaskova the Executive Director for SACIV will discuss “We Are Neighbor: Extending Hospitality Across Borders,” sharing how SACIV’s mission aligns with DreamWeek’s vision of fostering unity, understanding, and mutual support. The event will highlight how international visitors sent by the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) come to San Antonio to build relationships, counter disinformation, and experience the city’s vibrant culture firsthand.

Event Highlights:

·         What is Citizen Diplomacy? Learn how SACIV facilitates professional meetings, cultural exchanges, and home hospitality to foster international goodwill and cooperation.

·         Call to Action: Become a Citizen Diplomat: Discover how you can welcome emerging international leaders into your home or show them the best of San Antonio through cultural excursions.

·         We Are Neighbor in Diplomacy: Hear inspiring stories of how local citizens have created lasting international friendships, influenced global perceptions of America, and contributed to economic and cultural understanding.

Why Participate?
As a volunteer or host, you’ll have the opportunity to share San Antonio’s unique culture, deepen cross-cultural understanding, and play a meaningful role in U.S. diplomacy. Attendees will leave inspired to act as ambassadors of goodwill, creating bridges between communities and nations while strengthening San Antonio’s reputation as a global city.

Time

January 18, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Evolve Med Spa

8721 Botts Lane, Second Floor

Event Entrance Fees

FREE

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