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Global Fluency Business April 2021

Global Fluency: Cross Cultural Communication Training
to Improve Your Business

Two Day Workshop, Expert Panel and Networking Reception all at a Great Low Price.
Register Now Before Space Runs Out!

This workshop provides participants with the tools to be more fluent in any global business setting with a focus on the differences between and among Germany, France and Japan.

Renee Bishai, Columbus World Affairs Council Director of Global Fluency, will be conducting the workshop.

2-Day Workshop on April 20th and 21st from 12:00 - 1:30 pm

Panel Discussion and Networking Reception on April 22nd at 4:00 pm

Click here for information about our expert panelists, costs and registration.

Salsa Save the Dates

Mark Your Calendars:

July 10, August 14 and September 11

FREE and FUN for the whole family.

Group Salsa lesson at 6:00 pm; live Latin bands and dancing from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

on Graham Plaza in front of the Peace Center fountains

We are looking for Salsa at Sunset Sponsors!
Show the Upstate that you value the international diversity of our region by sponsoring Salsa at Sunset!
Contact us at 864-631-2188

Become a Corporate Partner

An investment in UI is an investment in our diverse Upstate community.

Enhance your company’s image as a responsible citizen in the ever-increasing global marketplace.

Be part of an organization that is forward thinking, inclusive, and diverse.

Increase your visibility as we promote your company and logo so you are seen as a leader recognizing the importance of the international community.

Contact Tracie Frese at 864-631-2188 or email her at [email protected] to learn more.

World Affairs Council Travel Opportunities

Membership in the World Affairs Council Upstate allows you the opportunity to TRAVEL THE WORLD with Cooperating Councils.

Enjoy all the highlights of touring, as well as access to political leaders and local experts

WAC trips offer an outstanding benefit of membership with WACU or any other local council.

Become a Citizen Diplomat and participate in panel discussions, visit a school, an NGO, dine with a family, or hear from the Imam for example.

Click Here for WACA travel opportunities

UIM Proclamation 2021

On a motion from Councilor Liz Seman, members of Greenville County Council honored and acknowledged Upstate International Month. Greenville County Council Vice-Chair, Dan Tripp, officially proclaimed the month of March 2021 and every March going forward to be Upstate International Month across the Upstate.

Official Proclamation of Upstate International Month

Embracing and Empowering all Nationalities in a Thriving Upstate

Upstate International (UI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists to empower people and businesses of all nations to thrive in the Upstate by connecting them through programs, events, and initiatives that foster the dynamic exchange of international cultures and ideas.

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WHAT ARE WE?

World Affairs Councils of America is the
largest nonprofit grassroots organization
in the United States dedicated to educating and engaging Americans on global issues with nearly 100 councils across 40 states reaching more than
half a million people a year.

Read about Why the upstate needs a World Affairs Council - Here, on Our Blog

UI Ambassadors

Our ambassador program is designed to connect you to other upstate residents and cultures through programs, groups, and activities.

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Francisco Sanchez

Sara Yoon

Monique Glass

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Mapitso Rivera

Meet the UI Ambassadors