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  • The World Chamber of Commerce Global Hero Awards

    Georgia State Capitol 206 Washington St SW , Atlanta, GA, United States

    For over a decade, the World Chamber of Commerce continues fostering business, cultural, and humanitarian initiatives. The purpose of this WCC event is to honor heroes of the community, promote […]

  • Peace History Society Virtual Conference

    Virtual

    PHS 2021: Peace History Society Virtual Conference Struggling for justice, struggling for peace: peace history engages with visions and movements around racial, climate, gender, and social justice. The conference opens Thursday evening, October 21, with a presentation about the Atlanta Peace Initiative/Peace Education Project. Registration gives you access to the film Sweet Home, Monteverde for a week prior […]

  • 2021 Global Village Welcome Walk presented by Delta Air Lines

    Refuge Coffee Co. 4170 E Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Clarkston

    2021 Global Village Welcome Walk presented by Delta Air Lines Sat, Nov 6th 2021 at 9:30 AM EDT · by Global Village Project On November 6, Global Village Project (GVP) will host their 9th annual Global Village Welcome Walk to celebrate and welcome immigrants and refugees to the local community, and reaffirm to them GVP […]

  • Authors Amplified: Dorian Brown Crosby’s Somalis in the Neo-South: African Immigration, Politics and Race

    Refuge Coffee Co. - Sweet Auburn location 145 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, United States

    Global Atlanta’s Authors Amplified series highlighting Georgia voices continues with an in-person interview with Dr. Dorian Brown Crosby, Associate Professor of Political Science at Spelman College, on her recently released book, Somalis in the Neo-South: African Immigration, Politics and Race. We are excited to announce that this event has provided us with the unique opportunity to partner with Refuge […]

  • Art of Activism: “May we all find the way home.” An American Sunrise by Joy Harjo

    Virtual

    Art of Activism: "May we all find the way home." An American Sunrise by Joy Harjo An exploration of the misinformation that often surrounds our indigenous neighbors and a modern view of indigenous peoples. Join for a celebration of ancestors and future generations through conversation. In collaboration with Georgia Center for the Book and Decatur […]

  • Anti-Racism and Truth and Reconciliation

    Virtual

      Equitable Dinners is a free, virtual, monthly series that inspires Anti-Racism action through art and courageous conversations. This month's focus is on Anti-Racism and Truth and Reconciliation on Sunday, November 21. Join virtually to hear from a speaker, watch a 10-minute play written for the event, and join together in conversation. Equitable Dinners: Lift […]

  • Giving Tuesday – The Younique Foundation

    Virtual

    The Younique Foundation is an incredible organization whose resources seek to liberate individuals from the impacts of child sexual abuse. Due to generous donations from the founders and other donors, 100% of contribution goes to programs and services. Learn more about the Younique Foundation's 2021 Giving Tuesday campaign here >> https://support.youniquefoundation.org/campaign/giving-tuesday/c363862 What Is Giving Tuesday?   […]

  • Myanmar Fundraiser: Raise Three Fingers at Three Taverns

    Three Taverns Imaginarium 777 MEMORIAL DRIVE SE SUITE B103, Atlanta, GA, United States

    The three finger salute is a symbol of resistance in Myanmar. After the country's military took power in a brutal coup in February 2021, millions took to the streets in protest with the three finger salute held high. To raise money and awareness about what's happening in Myanmar, Atlanta local Tom Opdyke started doing a […]

  • Stand With Ukraine Series

    Aftercar (828 Ralph McGill Boulevard Northeast - Atlanta, GA 30306) 828 Ralph McGill Boulevard Northeast, Atlanta, GA, United States

    This Spring, the world watched in horror as the situation in Ukraine became what is now the largest refugee crisis in Europe since WWII. To continue shedding light on the relief efforts desperately needed in Ukraine, Atlanta is coming together for a series of events to be held from June 24th through July 4th at Aftercar, a […]

  • France-Atlanta 2022 – An evening in Tech

    France-Atlanta is an annual event series co-organized by the Consulate General of France and The Georgia Institute of Technology and includes cultural, scientific, humanitarian, academic and business events. This 13th edition is presented under the high auspices of the Ambassador of France to the United States, the Governor of Georgia and the Mayor of Atlanta. […]

  • International Rescue Committee Presents Dinner Together

    Atlanta International School 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE, Atlanta, GA, United States

    Join IRC for its inaugural fundraising event Dinner Together. The evening will be a powerful event featuring fine dining—provided by internationally acclaimed chef, Atlanta native, and owner of Hopkins and Company, Chef Linton Hopkins—entertainment, and a silent auction. By attending this event, you will be actively supporting the IRC in Atlanta's crucial mission of providing […]

  • Human Trafficking Awareness Summit: Protecting Our Families and Businesses

    Gigi’s House

    “According to a recently released report by the State Department, the top three nations of origin for victims of human trafficking were the United States, Mexico and the Philippines”. The WCC creates awareness about human trafficking, a form of slavery, to protect our children, our businesses, our nations! Become informed about this crime, in our […]

  • ATL Solutions Summit: Local Innovators Tackling Global Challenges  

    CARE USA Headquarters 151 Ellis St. NE , Atlanta, United States

    Atlanta has become a hotbed for technology, a vibrant ecosystem benefiting from a cycle of growth, exit and reinvestment and amplified by a shining international reputation.But to what end? Beyond building wealth for a few, how can what’s made in ATL positively impact citizens living here and around the globe?  In a city known for […]

  • Across the Americas Reception: Meet Young Entrepreneurs From Nine Latin American and Caribbean Countries

    Constellations 135 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, GA, United States

    As Atlanta hosts some of the brightest entrepreneurs from across the Americas this month, Georgia Council for International Visitors and Global Atlanta are joining forces for an evening reception designed to help them expand their hemispheric networks in the city’s growing tech community. Join us for a chance to meet and mingle with impressive young leaders from Colombia, Guatemala, Brazil, the […]

    $15

  • International Rescue Committee Trivia Night

    International Rescue Committee (Atlanta Office) 2305 Parklake Dr Suite 100, Atlanta, Georgia

    Join the IRC for an evening of fun, knowledge, and community as we celebrate World Refugee Day! Test your wits and knowledge about IRC Atlanta programs, impact, and the communities we serve while having fun with fellow donors and supporters. Learn more about our initiatives, achievements, and the individuals we empower through our services. Your participation […]

  • Blood Drive Hosted by FACC

    Curiosity Lab Peachtree Corners 147 Technology Pkwy, Peachtree Corners, GA, United States

    The French-American Chamber of Commerce (FACC) is pleased to announce that recent changes in U.S. blood donation regulations now allow individuals who previously lived in France, the UK, or Ireland during the 1980s-90s to donate blood again. This means many past donors are now eligible to give once more! For those who have never donated […]

  • Cirque Kalabanté – “Afrique en Cirque” | Guinean Acrobats

    Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United States

    Created by Yamoussa Bangoura and inspired by daily life in his native Guinea, “Afrique en Cirque” (Africa in Circus) presented by performers of Cirque Kalabanté portrays the beauty, youth and artistry of West African culture. The Rialto stage will vibrate with energy representing the strength, agility and joys of young West Africans through a show that is colorful beyond its costumes, […]

  • Circular City: How Atlanta Trades Sustainability Innovations With the World

    Atlanta International School Sandy Springs Campus 1701 Brandon Hall Drive, Sandy Springs

    In an age of climate change and environmental emergency, it’s trendy to speak of circularity — the concept of product life cycles that completely eliminate waste and pollution.  The reality is much harder to achieve, and in a free-market economy, it depends largely on the money-making models underpinning the green innovation. Consumers, meanwhile, face the […]

    $20

  • Melba Moore Receives “Woman Of Life” World Human Rights Award In Atlanta

    Yuji Modern Japanese 667 Auburn Avenue Northeast #suite 122, Atlanta, Georgia

    On the cusp of her 80th birthday, undauntable Melba Moore is at her peak of expression and memorable performances. As she affirms the healing attributes of music as a powerful medium for communicating to the human soul, and to global humanity, the World Human Rights Network stands ready to honor her in Atlanta this Saturday, […]

    $42.68