GLX Programs: November 2021

The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by the World Affairs Council which is a member of Global Ties U.S.

U.S. Foreign Policy & Decision Making: This virtual project for participants from around the world will examine U.S. foreign policy processes and priorities, and trends in U.S. international relations; domestic political and socioeconomic forces and stakeholders that influence U.S. foreign policy decisions; and the role of media in informing the public and influencing the policy process.

Leadership Development for Young Indigenous Leaders: This virtual project will facilitate sharing the knowledge and experiences of rural leaders and representatives of indigenous organizations from Bolivia and the United States to help them engage with public policies, particularly those concerning land rights.

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The Central and Eastern Europe Journalist Fellowship Program (CEEJ) pairs Central and Eastern European journalists for a virtual two-month fellowship with U.S. media organizations and professionals to expand their capacity as journalists and improve the sustainability of citizen-generated media. Through conferences, skills building workshops, networking, and professional fellowships, CEEJ supports these journalists in their efforts to increase professional standards, advance the credibility and accuracy of their reporting, build cross continental partnerships, and bolster sustainability of an independent media sector in the region.