Global Ties U.S.

For 53 years, community champion opens his home to international leaders from around the world.

Secretary General of OAS José Miguel Insulza; Former Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez; Amb. Thomas Pickering; Amb. Jim Jones; Headline Latin American Dialogue at the Organization of American States

Author of The Hundred-Foot Journey highlights the importance of fostering understanding across cultures, languages, and borders through food.

Mother of 11 has opened her home to 200 international leaders from around the world.

Institute of International Education programmer recognized for dedication to the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program and international exchange as a tool for building a more peaceful, prosperous world.

Spurred by an international exchange program, they established a direct trade relationship that is changing lives in Baltimore and Haiti.

New name reflects growing importance of international exchange in the United States and around the world.

The National Council for International Visitors (NICV) is pleased to welcome four new Board Members.

Ms. Elizabeth Mercedes Kraus-Marcos, a dual-language elementary school teacher in the Clark County School District in Las Vegas, NV, was honored for outstanding work helping to increase global awareness in her classrooms and community.

Dr. Aaron Shirley, dedicated community activist and pioneer of rural health care in Mississippi, received NCIV’s Citizen Diplomat Award, honoring individuals for their outstanding achievements in furthering the cause of international understanding.