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SUMMARY:'Made in China: A Memoir of Love and Labor' Author Anna Qu in Conversation With Sopan Deb
DESCRIPTION:As a teen\, Anna Qu is sent by her mother to work in her family’s garment factory in Queens. At home\, she is treated as a maid and suffers punishment for doing her homework at night. Her mother wants to teach her a lesson: she is Chinese\, not American\, and such is their tough path in their new country. But instead of acquiescing\, Qu alerts the Office of Children and Family Services\, an act with consequences that impact the rest of her life. \nNearly twenty years later\, estranged from her mother and working at a Manhattan start-up\, Qu requests her OCFS report. When it arrives\, key details are wrong. Faced with this false narrative\, and on the brink of losing her job as the once-shiny start-up collapses\, Qu looks once more at her life’s truths\, from abandonment to an abusive family to seeking dignity and meaning in work. Traveling from Wenzhou to Xi’an to New York\, Made in China is a fierce memoir unafraid to ask thorny questions about trauma and survival in immigrant families\, the meaning of work\, and the costs of immigration. \nAbout the Author\nAnna Qu is a Chinese American writer. Her work has appeared in The Threepenny Review\, Lumina\, Kartika Review\, Kweli Journal\, Vol. 1 Brooklyn\, and elsewhere. She holds an MFA from Sarah Lawrence College and lives in Brooklyn. Find out more at annaqu.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the Moderator\nSopan Deb is a writer for The New York Times\, where his topics have included sports and culture. \nBefore joining the Times\, Deb was one of a handful of reporters who covered Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign from start to finish as a campaign embeds for CBS News. He covered hundreds of rallies in more than 40 states for a year and a half and was named a “breakout media star” of the election by Politico. \nAt The New York Times\, Deb has interviewed high-profile subjects such as Denzel Washington\, Stephen Colbert\, the cast of Arrested Development\, Kyrie Irving\, and Bill Murray. \nHe is the  author of the memoir\, “Missed Translations: Meeting The Immigrant Parents Who Raised Me.” His forthcoming novel\, “The Elm Tree\,” is due out in 2022 through Simon and Shuster. Deb’s work has previously appeared on NBC\, Al Jazeera America\, and The Boston Globe\, ranging from examining the trek of endangered manatees to following a class of blind filmmakers in Boston led by the former executive producer of Friends \nPromotional language provided by the publisher.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/anna-qu-in-conversation-with-sopan-deb/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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SUMMARY:Georgia and Brazil: Looking Ahead to the Next 25 Years
DESCRIPTION:This webinar marks the publication of the 4th edition of the Georgia Highlights guide\, the result of a partnership between the Georgia Department of Economic Development and Amcham Brazil. With this new edition\, the Georgia Department of Economic Development continues with this project that aims to offer Brazilian companies and investors an overview of opportunities in one of the most vibrant states in the United States. \nThis webinar\, which commemorates the 4th edition of the guide and 25 years of relationship between the Georgia Department of Economic Development and Brazil\, will address topics such as trade and investment relations\, as well as internationalization opportunities. \nJoin the webinar and discover new opportunities! \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-and-brazil-looking-ahead-to-the-next-25-years/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Trade
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SUMMARY:Annual Summer Champagne Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Summer Champagne Fundraiser is back! \nJoin the French American Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta on August 26 at 6pm EDT at Roche Bobois Showroom in Buckhead to raise a glass of Champagne and celebrate the summer together. \nYou can reserve your ticket here. \n\nMembers: $75\nNon-Members: $85\n\nAs part of their fundraising efforts\, they will hold an online & silent auction. Many of the items have a unique French flair. \nThe auction will run from August 12 to August 26th\, 2021\, with proceeds going to French American Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta. Auction items range from French vacation getaways to donated items guaranteed to delight and surprise. So\, tell your friends\, family\, community. \nGo shopping for unique French experiences and products! \nPlease note that the online auctions will close on August 25\, 2021 at 12:00pm EDT. Bidding sheets will be available at the Summer Champagne Fundraiser event for attendees to bid on their favorite items. \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/annual-summer-champagne-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210828T130000
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SUMMARY:Goethe Geburtstag Picknick
DESCRIPTION:“Aber kein Genuss ist vorübergehend\, denn der Eindruck\, den er hinterlässt\, ist bleibend.” (No enjoyment is temporary as the impression it leaves is everlasting.) – J. W. v. Goethe \nHappy birthday to Goethe in Atlanta! \nWir feiern 45 Jahre Goethe in Atlanta – am 272. Geburtstag unseres Namensgebers\, geboren am 28. August 1749. They’re celebrating 45 years of Goethe in Atlanta – on the 272nd birthday of their namesake\, born on August 28th\, 1749. \nThe organization was first established in 1976 as a branch of Germany’s Goethe-Institut\, the premier German culture and language organization\, and after the German government withdrew its monetary support from our location\, we were incorporated as a non-profit known as the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta. They continue to proudly serve as the preeminent non-profit source for German language instruction\, heritage and cultural exposure in the southeastern United States. \nAfter so many months in the virtual space\, they are eager to follow Goethe the poet’s example and enjoy nature together with you\, your family\, your loved ones\, your friends\, and your dogs. \nThey will rejoice in the shades of a beautiful pavilion in Grant Park and under the trees\, where you will enjoy German music\, Brezeln\, and good conversation. You will hear Goethe quotes and listen to anecdotes of 45 years Goethe in Atlanta. There will be soccer balls and a Torwand competition\, and the opportunity for our students and members to share their personal experiences with Goethe in the last 45 years! \nMore than anything\, they hope you agree it is time to bring the Goethe-Familie back together. \nDue to health and safety concerns\, they ask that each party bring their own picnic basket with food and beverages. While there will be a pavilion with picnic tables\, space will be limited so we also encourage you to bring a blanket or camping chairs to sit on the grass if seating is not available at the tables. \nThe event is free to attend\, but registration is requested in advance. \nThey hope to see you there and look forward to celebrating Goethe (the man’s) and Goethe in Atlanta’s birthday with you! Because: “Nothing should be treasured more highly than the value of the day.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/goethe-geburtstag-picknick/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, 90 Cherokee Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities
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SUMMARY:The Myanmar Rohingya Crisis: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:The Prevention Research Center at Georgia State University will host a brownbag workshop on the Rohingya crisis\, the history of Burma\, and the dynamics of culture and politics throughout the region. The guest speaker is Dr. Wakar Uddin of Pennsylvania State University. \nIn this seminar\, Dr. Uddin will facilitate an interactive conversation with attendees guided by the following questions: \n\nWho are the Rohingya?\nWhy did they flee their homes?\nWhat has the international response been?\nWhat is happening to the Rohingya now?\n\nDr. Uddin is the founding chairman of The Burmese Rohingya Association of North America and the Director of Arakam Rohingya Union. Through international advocacy work\, Dr. Uddin is dedicated to finding a permanent solution to the political\, human rights\, and humanitarian issues faced by the Rohingya ethnic minority in Burma.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-myanmar-rohingya-crisis-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Communities,Diplomacy,Humanitarian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T110000
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SUMMARY:ICE-Q – What It Is and Why You Need It for Your Global Business
DESCRIPTION:Success in global business depends on a set of skills which have nothing to do with your job expertise. Everyone who has ever done business globally has come across cross-cultural challenges. It isn’t only likely that you’ll face the Culture Gap – it is inevitable. \nThe mission-critical Power Skills Package that you and your team need to overcome this business challenge is ICE-Q. In this open session\, The Cultural Mastery will unpack what it consists of and how you can apply ICE-Q. \nDuring this webinar you will:\n• Find out how ICE-Q (or the lack thereof) affects your global business\n• See some of the hidden obstacles for building mutually beneficial relations around the world (and how to remove them)\n• Learn to identify cultural values and their impact on business relations\n• Hear about the importance of respectful and nonviolent communication\n• Discover tools & strategies to boost your business with ICE-Q
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ice-q-what-it-is-and-why-you-need-it-for-your-global-business/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T160000
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SUMMARY:TAG International Business - Global Data Privacy Issues & Compliance
DESCRIPTION:September 2\, 2021- Global Data Privacy Issues & Compliance \nHosted by the International Business Society of TAG. \nBusinesses collect\, store and transmit vast amounts of information electronically\, and they want to believe that this information is secure. \nAt the customer level\, the concern for data privacy has resulted in a growing number of laws and regulations that address issues including what information can be collected and maintained\, how the information should be stored\, how and where information can be transmitted\, and required actions in the event of a security breach. \nThus\, the issues for companies are how to comply with this myriad of requirements and not experience identity theft or the inadvertent release of customer and proprietary business information to hackers and others. \n\nHear from the following speakers:\n\n\n\n\nBess Hinson\nPartner\nHolland and Knight\n\n\n\nJodi Daniels\nFounder and CEO\nRed Clover Advisors\n\n\n\nSallie Wright\nCIO & Executive Counselor\nInfo-Tech Research Group\n\n\n\nMatt Chollet\nPresident\nCatapult\nModerator\n\n\n\nAbout the organization:\nTAG International Business helps to facilitate vital economic development platforms between the Technology Association of Georgia and the Georgia international business community. \n\nMembers: free\nNon-members: $10
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-international-business-global-data-privacy-issues-compliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Data
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest - Halfway Crooks Beer
DESCRIPTION:Halfway Crooks Beer will host a celebration of German beer and culture from Thursday\, September 9 to Sunday\, October 3. \nThe brewery will have several German-style beers available as well as food specials and music for the event. The outdoor Biergarten will also be open each weekend on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays with food provided by the local food pop-up\, Gourmet Street Foods. \nThe featured beers will be All Caps\, Festbier\, Kelvin\, and Shell. All Caps is a German-style Export Lager\, Festbier is a German-style Seasonal Lager\, Kelvin is a German-style Smoked Helles\, and Shell is a German-style Schwarzbier. Each beer will be available at various points during the 25-day Oktoberfest event and offered in classic\, liter pours.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/oktoberfest-halfway-crooks-beer/
LOCATION:Halfway Crooks Beer\, 60 Georgia Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T173000
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SUMMARY:FACC Atlanta - Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join the French-American Chamber of Commerce on September 9 \, 2021 for the grand opening ceremony celebrating the FACC move and the official launch of La French Tech Atlanta in their new Peachtree Corners offices. \nFACC member\, Curiosity Lab\, will showcase its new infrastructure that enables French startups to work with innovators and prove out new technologies in a real-world environment. These vibrant technology demonstrations are reflecting the power of city-owned connected infrastructure\, including cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology. From autonomous vehicles/machines/drones/services\, robotics to sustainable technologies such as solar roadways developed by French company\, Wattway. \nFACC will also have the pleasure to welcome Stephan Donze\, founder and CEO of French software company\, AODocs – which recently moved its headquarters to the Metro Atlanta region\, as their Keynote speaker. \nLight refreshment will be served. \nFREE to attend but registration is required.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/facc-atlanta-ribbon-cutting-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Innovation Center at Curiosity Lab\, 147 Technology Parkway\, Peachtree Corners\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T180000
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SUMMARY:Uplifting the Voices of Afghan Women - Fundraiser Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Uplifting the Voices of Afghan Women – Fundraiser Dinner\nAfghan women and girls have been erased from Afghanistan’s streets\, they’ve been forced inside their homes in fear of the Taliban. If we do not support them now\, they may lose their voice permananetly. \nWomen represent more than half the population and all development will be impossible without their involvment or their active participation. However\, the recent horrific events in Afghanistan\, threaten the basic human rights of Afghan women. \n \nRefugees Women’s Network is hosting a fundraiser dinner to uplift the voices of refugee Afghan women in Clarkston\, GA.\nYou’re invited to come hear their stories and better connect and understand the experiences of these Afghan women. In better understanding we’re able to be better allies\, the women of Afghanistan\, the refugee Afghan women in your community need your support now more than ever. Come hear from them directly to better align your support and efforts. \n  \nConcept:\n\nRefuge Coffee in Clarkston is our generous host for this event. This event will be outdoor/indoor – but the doors will be open to be more COVID Conscious.\nIf you’d like a better understanding of their space\, please look them up on Google.\nTraditional pieces from Afghan culture will be used as decor with guided explanations to allow for a holistic cultural learning opportunity.\n\nMenu:\n\nTraditional Afghan Cuisine with the base of white rice\, saffron rice and salad. Vegetarian and Vegan options will be available. Meat options will be chicken and lamb.\nThe food will be overseen by Chefs Club\, all ServSafe certified for safe handling and served by volunteer servers. No self-serve\, due to COVID.\n\nMasks:\n\nMasks are encouraged as you move around the space\, and can be removed at your respective table.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/uplifting-the-voices-of-afghan-women-fundraiser-dinner/
LOCATION:Refuge Coffee Co.\, 4170 E Ponce de Leon Ave NE\, Clarkston\, 30021
CATEGORIES:Communities,Humanitarian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T080000
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SUMMARY:German-American Cultural Foundation (GACF) Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The German-American Cultural Foundation (GAC-F) is excited to welcome you to the Golf Course at Bear’s Best Golf Club again this year! \nEstablished in 2008\, the non-profit German-American Cultural Foundation (GAC-F) raises funds from businesses and private individuals in the southeastern United States to strengthen transatlantic relations through language learning\, raising cultural awareness\, facilitating exchange between German-speaking countries and the United States\, and actively building relationships. \nAs the main fundraising entity for the majority of all German language and cultural organizations in the Atlanta area\, they focus their operations on: \n\ncommitting nearly all raised funds to a wide variety of German language and cultural programs\, e.g. Atlanta’s Goethe Zentrum\, the German School of Atlanta\, student exchange programs between the U.S. and Germany (especially for those talented students\, who lack the financial means) and work-readiness programs along with world language education programs for public and private elementary\, middle or high schools\, and many more initiatives and organizations\nraising cultural awareness by introducing German traditions to the community through our own fundraising events and community celebration events\ncelebrating German cultural heritage as a part of the Atlanta area cultural diversity\npromoting the benefits of cultural awareness and multilingual knowledge to present and future business leaders\nstrengthening the transatlantic relationship by advancing intercultural awareness and know-how between German-speaking countries and the United States\n\nThey know that true understanding and collaboration only happen if tomorrow’s business leaders are exposed to each other’s way of life\, background\, and thinking. Sensitivity to (foreign) cultures and customs is essential on a personal as well as on a business level. \nRegistration Details\nAgenda of Events: 8:00 – 9:00 – Breakfast & Announcements 9:00 – Shotgun Start 1:30 – Lunch\, Awards\, etc. until 3:30ish\n\nContact Sabine with questions here!
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/german-american-cultural-foundation-gacf-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Communities,Humanitarian,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T190000
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SUMMARY:#germanlanguageday Event
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the ever-changing German language on #germanlanguageday with German language learners across the Southeast during the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta’s “Hurra! Wir leben noch: Vitale Sprache lebendig vermittelt” event series. \nThe 2021 program “Hurra! Wir leben noch: Vitale Sprache lebendig vermittelt” aims to provide German learners and teachers throughout the southeastern United States with a look into a modern image of the German language\, shaped by globalization\, technology\, and the COVID-19 pandemic. \nLeading up to the event\, middle and high schoolers from the Southeast had the opportunity to explore the lexical practice of loan words in the “#germanlanguageday student competition.” The winners of the competition will be announced and their videos will be shown at the virtual #germanlanguageday event. \nYou’ll be able to test your own knowledge of German loan words and slang during the interactive Kahoot! quiz! \nDoug Lightfoot\, Associate Professor of German and Linguistics at the University of Alabama\, is the keynote speaker for the event. \nThe virtual event is free to attend\, but registration is requested in advance. Wir sehen uns dann!
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/germanlanguageday-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: Defense & Security Equipment International (DSEI) Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Save the date – The Georgia Department of Economic Development will co-exhibit with Georgia companies at one of the largest defense\, security & military aviation shows in the world. \nFor more information contact Taube Ponce (tponce@georgia.org). \nSeptember 14-17\, 2021\nLocation: London\, England\nIndustry: Defense\, Security & Military Aerospace
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/save-the-date-defense-security-equipment-international-dsei-trade-show/
LOCATION:London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Defense,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T130000
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SUMMARY:Business\, Environment\, and Society Speaker Series featuring Delta Air Lines
DESCRIPTION:The Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business (“Center”) invites you to the next talk in the Business\, Environment\, and Society Speaker Series with Amelia DeLuca. The event is open to the public. \nQuestions that will be addressed include: \n\nWhat will it take to decarbonize the hard-to-abate aviation sector?\nHow do Delta Air Line’s carbon-neutrality commitment and $1B climate fund support its flight to net zero?\n\nAmelia DeLuca\, Delta Air Lines Managing Director of Sustainability\nAbout the speaker:  \nAmelia DeLuca is the Managing Director of Sustainability at Delta Air Lines. She is responsible for overseeing the long-term sustainability strategy\, managing Delta’s sustainability investments\, building an industry-leading team and partnering with Government Affairs and Legal as the airline swiftly drives positive change in an ever changing regulatory and policy environment.  View speaker full bio here. \nThis event will be hosted in a virtual format. If attending virtually\, The platform will be BlueJeans. Click here\, to join virtually.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/business-environment-and-society-speaker-series-featuring-delta-air-lines/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sustainability,Technology,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210904T011130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210904T011130Z
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SUMMARY:Georgia Tech -13th Annual Georgia Tech Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Globalization of Anti-Racism Activism\nSeptember 15\, 2021 | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nHosted By\n\nInstitute Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\n2021 Diversity Symposium Planning Committee\n\n\nProgram\nThe 13th annual Georgia Tech Diversity Symposium\, The Globalization of Anti-Racism Activism\, will feature Ibram X. Kendi\, historian and award-winning author of How to Be An Antiracist. The event will also include panel discussions with Tech faculty\, staff\, students\, and alumni on the topics of local\, national\, and international anti-racism movements. The day will conclude with the recognition of this year’s Diversity Champion Awards and Faces of Inclusive Excellence honorees. View a tentative lineup here. \nRegistration \nEnjoy the event virtually or in-person at the Global Learning Center (room 236) by registering HERE. (In-person seating will be limited.)
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-tech-13th-annual-diversity-symposium/
LOCATION:Georgia Tech Global Learning Center\, 84 Fifth St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities,Diversity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T120000
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CREATED:20210716T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T154728Z
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Doing Business in African and Developing Countries
DESCRIPTION:Africa is home to six of the fastest-growing economies in the world with a rapidly growing middle class. The continent holds great opportunities for U.S. innovative products and proven solutions. \nJoin the U.S. Commercial Service’s South Georgia U.S. Export Assistance Center Director Todd Gerken for a free webinar to learn why Georgia exporters should look to Africa for their next market opportunity and strategies for doing business on the continent. \nThis program is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/strategies-for-doing-business-in-african-and-developing-countries/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210915T025627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T025627Z
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SUMMARY:Putting People First in Digital Government Services: A Trans-Atlantic Conversation
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nPutting People First in Digital Government Services: A Trans-Atlantic Conversation \nThe COVID-19 pandemic pushed government digital transformation to warp speed\, causing governments around the world to rethink delivery of health and human services and accelerating digital transformations already in progress.  \nIn this online webinar\, hear from experts from industry and government to understand the lessons learned and future prospects for digital government from a customer/user perspective. You will also have the chance explore Trans-Atlantic lessons learned through new digital health and human services programs launched in Scotland and the state of Rhode Island.  \nThe program will feature Jonathan Cameron\, Interim Director of Digital Health and Care Directorate in the Scottish Government\, Abby McQuade\, Chief Innovation Officer at the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training\, Stuart Venzke\, Global Partner of Healthcare and Life Science at Amazon Web Services\, and Amy Wykoff\, Director of Product Management at IBM Watson Health Government Health and Human Services. The discussion will be moderated by Laura Dawson\, Principal Program Manager at AWS Institute.  \nDiscover more about the speakers: Digital Government Services Speaker Bios | WACATL (wacatlanta.org)
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/putting-people-first-in-digital-government-services/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Digitalization
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ORGANIZER;CN="The World Affairs Council of Atlanta":MAILTO:info@wacatlanta.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210622T151521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210622T151521Z
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SUMMARY:IUGB Foundation Scholarship Virtual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join the International University of Grand-Bassam (IUGB) Foundation to raise scholarship funds for under-resourced students across Africa while celebrating dynamic individuals and companies making a difference in Africa. \nThe event will stream at 12 pm EST and 5 pm EST. IUGB Foundation will be honoring the following companies and individuals for their contribution to the African continent: \nDr. Bibi Ameenah Firdaus Gurib-Fakim\, former President of Mauritius\, Professor and Biodiversity Scientist -2021 IUGB Foundation Education + Leadership Award for Excellence in STEM and Women’s Leadership \nHer Excellency Ameenah Gurib-Fakim is the first female president of the Republic of Mauritius. H.E. Gurib-Fakim began her career as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Mauritius. She served as the Dean of the faculty of Science and Pro-Vice-Chancellor at the University of Mauritius from 2004-2010. H.E. Gurib-Fakim received her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Exeter\, UK\, and is a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. In 1989\, she was awarded the C.Chem award by the Royal Society of Chemistry in recognition of her skills and contribution to the field of chemistry. H.E. Gurib-Fakim has written and coedited 26 books and numerous articles in the field of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. H.E. Gurib-Fakim also served as the Managing Director of the Centre for Phototherapy and Research and the Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Mauritius. Now she’s working to advance awareness of global warming and to promote new investments in science and technology in Mauritius and greater Africa. She’s already making strides on both fronts\, including partnering with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to pilot 10 Ph.D. research grants on the island\, with plans to expand the program to as many as 10\,000 other scientists across Africa in the future. \nDr. John N. Nkengasong\, Director\, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention\, African Union – 2021 IUGB Foundation Education + Leadership Award for Excellence in Public Health \nDr. John Nkengasong currently serves as the first Director of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). He is a leading virologist with nearly 30 years of work experience in public health. Prior to his appointment with Africa CDC\, he was the Deputy Principal Director (acting) of the Centre for Global Health at the United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention\, and Associate Director of Laboratory Science and Chief of the International Laboratory Branch at the Division of Global HIV/AIDS and TB. Earlier in his career (1993 to 1995)\, Dr. Nkengasong worked as Chief of Virology Laboratory at the Collaborating Centre on HIV Diagnostics at the Department of Microbiology\, Institute of Tropical Medicine\, Antwerp\, Belgium\, and later joined US CDC in 1994 as Chief of the Virology Laboratory in Abidjan\, Cote d’Ivoire. \nJacobs Foundation’s Transforming Education in Cocoa Communities – 2021 IUGB Foundation Education + Leadership Award for Excellence in Philanthropy \nSeeking to improve the living conditions of Ivory Coast’s cocoa farmers and their children\, the Jacobs Foundation is working with public and private organizations to develop a sustainable ecosystem that will ensure access to quality education. Education begins at home\, with the parents\, in early childhood. It continues at school\, as children learn basic skills such as reading and writing. They subsequently acquire the socio-emotional skills that are crucial for success in the labor market. The Transforming Education in Cocoa Communities (TRECC) program offers a variety of solutions for each of these stages in life. \nErika Norwood\, CEO\, Gray Matters Capital – 2021 IUGB Foundation Education + Leadership Award for Excellence in Impact Investments \nErika Norwood is a global executive\, entrepreneur\, conceptualist and champion of diversity – amongst both people and perspectives. Erika is the President & CEO of Gray Matters Capital\, providing the long-term visionary and strategic investment direction for how the firm will achieve its mission to improve the lives of 100 million women and girls around the world. Over the course of her 15+ year career\, Erika has earned a formidable reputation by peers and partners as a creative executive and customer-centric leader who doubles down on action and impact. Erika is an avid promoter for strengthening the presence of women and people of color in leadership positions in the workplace. She has been an active leader in finding tangible pathways for women play a larger role in the field of investing by founding the InvestWISE Scholarship Fund while at IDEX. \nToday\, Erika resides in Atlanta\, GA with her son Caleb and actively serves on the boards of the Georgia Center for Nonprofits (U.S.)\, MPower Finance (U.S.)\, Indian School Finance Company (India)\, Instituto Salus (Mexico)\, IDEX Accelerator (India) and serves as chair of Edfin Microfinance Bank (Nigeria) and Gray Matters Capital (U.S.). \nLinda Dempah\, CEO\, Adeba Nature -2021 IUGB Foundation Education + Leadership Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurship \nLinda Dempah is the founder and CEO of Adeba Nature. She was born in the Ivory Coast where she lived until she moved to the USA to attend college. She graduated cum laude from Wesleyan University with a BA in Mathematics and Economics and went on to get her MBA at Harvard Business School. She started her post-MBA career at Ameriprise Financial where she excelled at negotiating high-value and strategic contracts as a director in Sourcing and further honed her strategy and operations knowledge at McKinsey and Company. While working in corporate America\, she traveled frequently while leading an active lifestyle. She paid little attention to maintenance rules for her then permed-hair and ended losing it all. As she avidly read natural hair blogs after blogs and tried products after products\, she struggled to establish a simple routine with products she could trust. That’s when her mother\, an Ivory Coast-based pharmacist with 30 years of experience\, gave her a mysterious oil to try. She had found out about it during a recent visit to her ancestral village and took some back to the capital city. That was the best thing Linda ever put on her hair. Her usually coarse strands became cotton-soft overnight! She gave some of the oil to her friends who urged her to start marketing it in the US. and Adeba Nature was born! Adeba Nature’s products are 100% natural\, vegan\, made with locally sourced\, organic (food-grade) ingredients by using techniques developed by Akan women over multiple generations and modernized by Linda’s mother. The company is dedicated to improving economic and social conditions in Cote d’Ivoire\, empowering Black women across the world\, and protecting the environment. The name “Adeba” means “chic\, beautiful woman” in Agni\, the language of the Sanwi Kingdom in Ivory Coast\, and this is exactly what the company stands for\, beauty and class in and out.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/iugb-foundation-scholarship-virtual-gala/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T210000
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SUMMARY:Leadership\, Education & Democracy
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn recognition of International Day of Democracy\, the Ismaili Jamatkhana and Center is pleased to present\, “Leadership\, Education and Democracy.” Join them for a conversation on the role of effective leadership and the importance of a global education in strengthening democracy and improving the quality of human life. \n  \nSeptember 15\, 2021\n8:00 p.m. ET | 7:00 p.m. CT | 5:00 p.m. PT \n  \nHear from the following speakers: \nAli Velshi\, Moderator\, MSNBC\nRev. Dr Deanna Womack\, Associate Professor\, Candler School of Theology Emory University \nDr. Mohammed Keshavjee\, Recipient\, Gandhi King Ikeda Award for Peace\, International Cross-Cultural Mediator\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/leadership-education-democracy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Humanitarian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210721T205132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T205132Z
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: The Atlanta International Night Market - 2021
DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Celebration of Diversity & Inclusion \nSave The Date!!!\nWhen: September 17th & 18th\nTime: Friday 5pm-10pm and Saturday 2pm-10pm\nWhere: Lawrenceville Lawn\n210 Luckie St\, Lawrenceville\, GA 30046 \nFollow the Atlanta International Night Market (AINM) on Facebook\, Instagram and/or Twitter for immediate updates! \nAINM is excited to announce that they are coming back for 2021 and will be partnering with the City of Lawrenceville to host their Night Market! \nJoin them in this exciting\, 2-day celebration of diversity\, community\, culture\, and creativity at the Atlanta International Night Market and TASTE THE WORLD! There will be live performances plus food and retail vendors representing communities from around the world. \nTICKETS: This is a FREE and non-ticketed event. \nPARKING: There will be ample parking in the parking deck\, as well as street parking near the venue. \nThe Atlanta International Night Market strictly follows CDC guidelines on Covid restrictions. Please adhere to Social Distancing and Mask requirements. \nIf you are interested in being a vendor\, please click below.\nFood Vendors: https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=2274 \nRetail Vendors: https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=2232
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/save-the-date-the-atlanta-international-night-market-2021/
LOCATION:Lawrenceville Lawn\, 210 Luckie St\, Lawrenceville\, GA\, 30046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communities,Culture,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Atlanta International Night Market":MAILTO:info@atlnightmarket.org
GEO:33.9545056;-83.9868085
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210818T024137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T024137Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Japan Fest Atlanta - 35th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Event has been postponed – \nSince 1986\, JapanFest Weekend has been the annual celebration of Japan’s bond of friendship with the people of the United States. This year\, JapanFest will be held on Saturday\, September 18 and Sunday\, September 19\, 2021\, again at the Gas South Convention Center (formally Infinite Energy Center)\, in Duluth\, Georgia. \nThe theme of this year’s JapanFest is “35th Anniversary–Resilience and Resurgence!”\, and the festival’s organizing committee is making plans to celebrate and highlight popular aspects of traditional and modern Japanese culture\, from Japanese music\, fashion\, traditional performing arts\, technology\, and anime/manga. \nJapanFest will also celebrate the friendship between the people of Japan then United States\, and more specifically\, the 35th Anniversary of the festival this year. \nTickets are $10/day\, children under 6 are free. Ticket & sponsorship information. \nExperience the rich culture of Japan\, right here in Georgia. \n\nLive music & dance performances\nMartial arts & cultural workshops\nJapanese food & beer garden\nChildren’s games and more
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/japan-fest-atlanta-35th-anniversary/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210708T213728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T213728Z
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SUMMARY:SME Business Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:The SME Business Development Conference’s mission is to facilitate a dialog in various areas such as Innovation\, Leadership\, and Workforce Development. The daylong conference will allow you to explore a range of topics that will focus on reimagining business in a changed world. The diverse agenda will offer companies and attendees the chance to connect and build new relationships while providing tools to lead in any organization. \nSince 2011 the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S. has been organizing and curating the SME Business Development Conference in cities across the southern U.S. In 2021\, the GACC is excited to bring a new format of the conference to the heart of Georgia\, one of America’s most relevant cities for international business in the southeast. \nFor more information\, the latest agenda and full list of speakers can be found here: https://www.gaccsouth.com/en/events/sme-business-development-conference.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/sme-business-development-conference-2/
LOCATION:W Atlanta- Downtown\, 45 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, MI\, 30308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking,Professional Development
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GEO:33.765133;-84.3892103
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210206T220509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T220509Z
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SUMMARY:Money 20/20 With GDEcD
DESCRIPTION:Join the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) and the Metro Atlanta Chamber at Europe’s biggest FinTech event. The 2019 edition of Money20/20 Europe welcomed 6\,000+ visitors from 97 countries and more than 2\,200 companies\, highlighting its strength as the region’s leading event in the payments industry. Leaders representing every sector of the industry will come to Amsterdam to seize new business opportunities\, strengthen partnerships and discover the latest disruptions. Money20/20 is where the payments\, FinTech and financial services industries come together to create the future of money. \nTARGET INDUSTRIES\n•FinTech\, banks\, payments companies and suppliers\n•Retailers (online and offline)\n•Investors\, governments and Central Banks \nQUALIFIED EXPORTERS RECEIVE\n•Shared turn-key booth with the Georgia delegation and one conference pass (worth $2495)\n•Market intelligence\, introductions to key contacts and follow-up assistance from GDEcD\n•Company listing in official show directory and inclusion in all GDEcD show-related communications \nFor more information contact Stefan Harrigan (sharrigan@georgia.org) \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/7092365/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business,Fintech
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ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Department of Economic Development":MAILTO:mbier@georgia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T131500
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210917T205316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T205316Z
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SUMMARY:Peace and Unity Program featuring Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the International Day of Peace\, the Rotary Club of Gwinnett County and the Ismaili Council for the Southeastern USA invite you to attend their peace and unity program. \nAtlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will deliver the keynote address virtually. Dr. Mahmoud Eboo\, Aga Khan Development Network Diplomatic Representative to Canada\, will also deliver a virtual address as a distinguished speaker for the event. \nDr. Dionne Wright Poulton\, Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Care New England Health System\, will emcee the event.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/peace-unity-program-featuring-atlanta-mayor-keisha-lance-bottoms/
LOCATION:virtual & in-person at The 1818 Club\, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway\, Duluth\, 30097\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Humanitarian,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T124500
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T192537Z
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SUMMARY:The Border Crisis: From Trump to Biden
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin the World Affairs Council of Atlanta on Tuesday\, September 21 at 12 noon ET as former Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Alan Bersin unpacks this complex\, controversial topic. Through a critical lens\, Bersin will share his analysis of both the Trump and Biden Administrations’ handling of the Southwest Border. \nOpen & complimentary to all- register now.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-border-crisis-from-trump-to-biden/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Crisis Management,Diplomacy,Immigration
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ORGANIZER;CN="The World Affairs Council of Atlanta":MAILTO:info@wacatlanta.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210524T155515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T155515Z
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SUMMARY:Save the date: Continuum 21 | French-American Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:The French-American Chambers of Commerce (FACC) boasts the premier network for diverse bilateral professionals. Through educational programs\, networking opportunities\, and cutting-edge content the FACC fosters the implementation and successful growth of your company. \nThe FACC proudly partners with the French-Embassy in the United States\, regional consulates\, and government organizations such as Business France and the US Small Business Administration. \nThere will be 18 organization chapters\, 40+ speakers\, and 400+ attendees at the French-American Business Summit. \n*More info and registration link to come
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/save-the-date-continuum-21-french-american-business-summit/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210815T160127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210815T160127Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Technology and National Security: Challenges and Risks of Artificial Intelligence\, Machine Learning and Autonomy
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled capabilities have advanced considerably in the last decade and are expected to see increased employment by states and\, potentially\, non-state actors in the ensuing years. Case in point: 20 years ago\, China was spending very little on Artificial Intelligence (AI) research\, and the U.S was leading the world in AI. Now\, China has surged well ahead of other nations in AI. Is the U.S. rising to this challenge with the necessary budgetary response for AI? \nDr. Margaret Kosal\, Associate Professor of the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs\, will discuss differing geopolitics\, capacities and rhetoric of global AI competitors like Russia and China. She will explore how political and security factors surrounding the research and development of AI-enabled capabilities interact and the implications for national security. The widespread emphasis on the importance of AI globally\, especially in the context of military capabilities and balance of power\, is uncontested politically\, and at the same time\, it is also an area in need of more investigation and better understanding. \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/emerging-technololgy-national-security-challenges-risks-of-artificial-intelligence-machine-learning-autonomy/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Diplomacy,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T023349
CREATED:20210815T003703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210815T003703Z
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SUMMARY:Consular Conversations: France Consul General Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on September 22 for a dynamic conversation with Mr. Vincent Hommeril\, Consul General of France in Atlanta. \nThe Format:\n\n\nA one-on-one conversation with the Global Atlanta editorial team\, followed by a moderated audience Q&A\nThe discussion will be covered by Global Atlanta and published in an article following the discussion\n\n\n For public health and safety reasons\, everyone attending in person must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and wear masks during event. \nTopics to be discussed: \n\n\nFrench COVID-19 recovery and summer travel evaluation\n\n\nAtlanta’s La French Tech designation\n\n\nOctober’s France-Atlanta program with Georgia Tech on science\, business\, tech and culture\n\n\nSustainability connections and language links\n\n\nFrance-US collaboration under Biden\n\n…and more.\n\nOur Speaker \nMr. Vincent HOMMERIL has served as the Consul General of France in Atlanta since September 2019. He oversees the relations between France and six southeastern states (Alabama\, Georgia\, Mississippi\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Tennessee). \nMr. Vincent Hommeril\nMr. Hommeril was born on August 27\, 1959. He is married and has 7 children. He studied Law and Arts (English language and literature) at the University of Haute-Normandie (Rouen\, France) and the University of Paris Panthéon-Sorbonne. \nHe entered the French diplomatic service in April 1985. He first worked in the Consular Affairs division of the Directorate for French Nationals Abroad and Foreigners in France. From summer 1987 to March 1991\, he served as the second secretary of the French Embassy in The Hague (Netherlands). From 1991 to summer 1994\, he served as First Secretary\, Deputy Head of Mission at the French Embassy in Colombo (Sri Lanka). From summer 1994 to summer 1997\, he held the same position at the French Embassy in Niamey (Niger). Between 1997 and 2000\, he occupied various management positions within the Financial and Administrative Direction of the French Foreign Affairs Ministry. From summer 2000 to summer 2004\, he served as Second Counselor\, Deputy Head of Mission at the French Embassy in Manila (Philippines). From summer 2004 to summer 2006\, he served as the commercial advisor and deputy of the economic mission of the French Embassy in Warsaw (Poland). He headed the Legal Affairs division of the Ministry’s Building and Logistical Services Department from 2006-2009. From summer 2009 to summer 2012\, he served as Second Counselor\, Deputy Head of Mission at the French Embassy in Bamako (Mali). He served as Consul General of France in Moncton and Halifax from summer 2012 to summer 2016. From summer 2016 to summer 2019\, he served as Assistant Director of the Directorate for French Nationals Abroad\, in charge of civil conventions and judicial affairs. \nMr. Hommeril received the honor of the Knight of Orange-Nassau (Netherlands) in 1991 and the Knight of National Order of Merit (France) in 2012. \nSponsored and Hosted by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce: \nAbout the Consular Conversations series: \nSponsored by Miller & Martin PLLC since its inception in 2016\, Global Atlanta’s Consular Conversations series consists of monthly public interviews with consuls general in the Southeast United States. Traditionally held as in-person luncheons in Midtown Atlanta\, the series transitioned to virtual forums with the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic in April 2020. In 2021\, the series has focused on diplomats based outside of Atlanta who count Georgia as part of their territory. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nCost: $15\, or $50 for an annual pass to all monthly Consular Conversations
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with New Chinese Ambassador to US: Charting a New Course in US-China Relations
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation with New Chinese Ambassador to US: Charting a New Course in US-China Relations\n\nThis online dialogue with China’s new ambassador to the United States of America Qin Gang is jointly organized by the Carter Center and the George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations. \nNewly Appointed Chinese Ambassador to the US\, Qin Gang\nAmbassador Qin arrived in Washington D.C. in late July and this is his first public conversation with American organizations and people who would like to see the bilateral relationship stabilized and improved. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta\, the National Association of Chinese Americans and the China Research Center of Atlanta.
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SUMMARY:Building a Better World: Women and Climate Justice - Agnes Scott College Women’s Global Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Building a Better World: Women and Climate Justice – Agnes Scott College Women’s Global Leadership Conference\nAgnes Scott College’s second annual Women’s Global Leadership Conference will convene internationally recognized scholars\, private sector experts\, political leaders\, and community activists to engage in intentional conversations\, form innovative partnerships for addressing climate injustice\, and develop creative strategies for building more resilient communities. \nWomen frequently bear the brunt of the social violence\, political instability\, and environmental degradation caused by climate change but at the same time\, they are also important to change agents in the transition to a more sustainable and just future. \nWith the “Building a Better World” conference Agnes Scott combines its strong commitment to sustainability and its innovative SUMMIT global learning and leadership experience to address the full range of climate-justice experiences of women and other marginalized identities. \n\nDay 1 – Thursday\, September 23rd\, 8:30 am- 7:30 pm\nDay 2 – Friday\, September 24th\, 9:00 am- 5:00 pm\n\nView the full 3-day agenda here.  \nRegister by: September 15\, 2021 11:59 PM. \n  \nKeynote One: Building Strong Connections – Thursday\, September 3rd\, 10:00 AM- 11:15 AM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote One: Building Strong Connections – Thursday\, September 3rd | 10:00 AM-11:15 AM\nAgnes Scott College announces the keynote speakers for the opening session at the Building a Better World: Women and Climate Justice conference on September 23-24\, 2021: Wanjira Mathai and Pat Mitchell set the stage in a conversation about global women’s leadership for climate action. \n  \nMeet the Featured Speakers \nWanjira Mathai \nWanjira Mathai is the Vice President and Regional Director for Africa at WRI. \nShe formerly served as Co-chair of WRI’s Global Restoration Council and a Senior Advisor to the Global Restoration Initiative. She is the current Chair of the Wangari Maathai Foundation and the former Chair of the Green Belt Movement in Kenya. \nAn inspiring leader\, Wanjira has over 20 years of experience advocating for social and environmental change on both local and international platforms. Over the years\, Wanjira has also served important strategic and advocacy roles raising the prominence and visibility of global issues such as climate change\, youth leadership\, sustainable energy\, and landscape restoration\, at Women Entrepreneurs in Renewables (wPOWER)\, the Wangari Maathai Foundation (WMF)\, and the Green Belt Movement (GBM) the organization her mother\, Wangari Maathai (2004 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate) founded in 1977. \nWanjira currently serves on the Board of the World Agroforestry Center (ICRAF) and as a Leadership Council member of the Clean Cooking Alliance. Wanjira is one of a few Six Seconds EQ Practitioners in Kenya and was named one of the 100 Most Influential African Women in 2018 and 2020. \nPat Mitchell \nPat Mitchell is a lifelong advocate for women and girls. At every step of her career\, Mitchell has broken new ground for women\, leveraging the power of media as a journalist\, an Emmy award-winning and Oscar-nominated producer to tell women’s stories and increase the representation of women onscreen and off. Transitioning to an executive role\, she became the president of CNN Productions\, and the first woman president and CEO of PBS and the Paley Center for Media. Today\, her commitment to connect and strengthen a global community of women leaders continues as a conference curator\, advisor\, and mentor. \nIn partnership with TED\, Mitchell launched TEDWomen in 2010 and is its editorial director\, curator\, and host. She is also a speaker and curator for the annual Women Working for the World Forum in Bogota\, Colombia\, the Her Village conference in Beijing\, and the Women of the World (WOW) festival in London. In 2017\, she launched the Connected Women Leaders Initiative with the Rockefeller Foundation focused on women leaders in government and civil society. In 2014\, the Women’s Media Center honored Mitchell with its first-annual Lifetime Achievement Award\, now named in her honor to commend other women whose media careers advance the representation of women. Recognized by Hollywood Reporter as one of the most powerful women in media\, Fast Company’s “League of Extraordinary Women” and Huffington Post’s list of “Powerful Women Over 50\,” Mitchell also received the Sandra Day O’Connor Award for Leadership. She is a contributor to Enlightened Power: How Women Are Transforming the Practice of Leadership and wrote the introduction to the recently published book and museum exhibition\, 130 Women of Impact in 30 Countries. In 2016\, she served as a congressional appointment to The American Museum of Women’s History Advisory Council. \nMitchell is active with many nonprofit organizations\, serving as the chair of the Sundance Institute Board and as chair emerita of the Women’s Media Center Board. She is a founding member of the VDAY movement and on the boards of the Skoll Foundation and the Woodruff Arts Center. She is also an advisor to Participant Media and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Mitchell is a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Georgia and holds a master’s degree in English literature and several honorary doctorate degrees. She and her husband\, Scott Seydel\, live in Atlanta and have six children and 13 grandchildren. In October of 2019\, she published her book Becoming a Dangerous Woman: Embracing Risk to Change the World. \n  \nKeynote Three: Inspiring Community Action – Friday\, September 24th | 9:00- 10:15 AM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Three: Inspiring Community Action – Friday\, September 24th | 9:00 -10:15 AM\nAgnes Scott College announces the keynote speakers of the morning session on day two of the Building a Better World: Women and Climate Justice conference\, taking place September 23-24\, 2021. The All We Can Save Project co-founder\, Katharine Wilkinson\, will lead a conversation with three young voices – Seva Gandhi\, Leah Trotman\, and Wanjiku “Wawa” Gatheru – exploring the analysis of climate impacts along with future solutions that are possible for women leaders around the world. \n  \nMeet the Moderator\, Katharine Wilkinson \n \nDr. Katharine Wilkinson is an author\, strategist\, and teacher working to heal the planet we call home. Her books on climate include the bestselling anthology All We Can Save (2020)\, The Drawdown Review (2020)\, the New York Times bestseller Drawdown (2017)\, and Between God & Green (2012)\, which The Boston Globe dubbed “a vitally important\, even subversive\, story.” Dr. Wilkinson co-founded and leads The All We Can Save Project with Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson\, in support of women leading on climate. She also co-hosts the podcast A Matter of Degrees\, telling stories for the climate curious with Dr. Leah Stokes. \nPreviously\, Dr. Wilkinson was the principal writer and editor-in-chief at Project Drawdown\, where she led the organization’s work to share climate solutions with audiences around the world. She speaks widely\, including at National Geographic\, Skoll World Forum\, and the United Nations. Her TED Talk on climate and gender equality has more than 1.9 million views. She serves on the boards of the Doc Society\, Chattahoochee Now\, and Wild Ark and advises numerous climate-focused initiatives. \nA homegrown Atlantan\, Dr. Wilkinson holds a doctorate in geography and environment from Oxford\, where she was a Rhodes Scholar\, and a BA in religion from Sewanee\, where she is now a visiting professor. Formative months spent in the Southern Appalachians\, as a student at The Outdoor Academy\, shaped her path. Time Magazine featured Dr. Wilkinson as one of 15 “women who will save the world” and Apolitical named her one of the “100 most influential people in gender policy. She is happiest on a mountain or a horse. Find her @DrKWilkinson. \nMeet the Featured Speakers \n \nSeva Gandhi is a facilitator\, trainer\, and consultant working on both community and organizational development in Chicago and with partners around the US & globe. She continually seeks out new tools and innovative processes that center inclusion\, participation a​nd strategic thinking in group planning efforts. \nSeva received her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) with a focus on community organizing and nonprofit management from the University of Michigan. She is the founder and executive director of Collaborative Connections. She is Mentor Trainer and Certified Facilitator in Technology of Participation facilitation methods. She currently serves as Board Chair for the Asset-Based Community Development Institute\, and is on the Leadership team for Chicago Regional Organizing for Anti-Racism. Much of Seva’s work focuses on the intersection community engagement\, environmental justice\, and anti-racism. \n \nLeah Trotman (she/her/hers) is a recent Phi Beta Kappa graduate from Agnes Scott College ’21 with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations\, a minor in Public Health\, and a Global Learning Specialization. She was born and raised in St. Thomas\, US Virgin Islands\, a community she aspires to return to and build resilient healthcare systems and infrastructure in the face of natural disasters. \nIn April 2021\, she was named a Marshall Scholar (the US Virgin Islands’ first-ever Marshall Scholar) and\, upon arrival to the United Kingdom in September\, will pursue her first master’s degree in Health and International Development at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Following this\, she will pursue a second master’s degree at the University College London in Caribbean and Latin American Studies. She was also selected as a 2020 Harry S. Truman Scholar based on her leadership\, public service\, and academic achievement. Leah is Agnes Scott’s first Truman Scholar since 2009\, and the fifth since the program’s inception in 1975. \nLeah has interned in Atlanta\, GA at the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) in their Center for Preparedness and Response. She has also interned in St. Thomaslocally back home with the Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan (HMP) Health Sector team at the University of the Virgin Islands in collaboration with the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). She hopes to pursue a career in Global Health focused on emergency preparedness and response and humanitarian health efforts in English- and Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands. Using a sociopolitical lens\, she hopes to enact effective institutional policies and community interventions that 1) acknowledge climate change’s role in the present-day uptick of natural disasters and 2) address the impacts of natural disasters on health and healthcare systems. \nLeah has been featured in the Virgin Islands Source\, the Virgin Islands Daily News\, USNews\, and NPR\, and her most recent article on the nexus between climate change and forced migration was published in Latin American Policy Journal\, a Harvard Kennedy School Publication. \n \nWanjiku “Wawa” Gatheru is an environmental justice advocate\, writer and current graduate student at the University of Oxford. She is a first generation American of Kenyan descent and the first Black person in history to receive the Rhodes\, Truman and Udall Scholarships. As the founder of Black Girl Environmentalist\, Wawa is motivated to uplift the voices of those most adversely impacted by environmental inequities through changing conservation conversations. \nFor her work in collaboration with other activists and thought leaders\, Wawa has been recognized as a 2020 Young Futurist by The Root\, a 2020 Grist 50 FIXER\, a 2020 Glamour College Woman of the Year\, a 2021 Victoria Secret PINK with Purpose winner and has spoken on her work across the country. \n 
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