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SUMMARY:Refugee Voices: Syria
DESCRIPTION:According to the UNHCR (the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees)\, there are more than 68.5 million people today who have been forcibly displaced from their homes by conflict. Some of these people have been displaced within their own countries and others have been forced to flee to other countries. Many hope to be able to return home as soon as possible\, but the average length of displacement is between 20 and 30 years and some will never return to their country of origin. Despite the challenges\, millions of refugees and displaced people work hard to overcome struggles\, preserve their culture and identity\, and rebuild their lives\, often in new places. \nJoin us for NaTakallam’s Refugee Voices virtual series\, as we hear from guest speaker and Syrian refugee Ghaith. The program will also include a Q&A session moderated by Mary Dalsin\, Program Associate at GHR Foundation. \nOriginally from Hama\, Syria\, Ghaith left his home due to ongoing conflict in the region and now lives in Padua\, Italy\, where he studies Political Science and International Relations. Ghaith will share his personal story and provide insights into the lives of refugees and displaced individuals from the Middle East. \nThis program will be presented as a Zoom video webinar. \nPresented in partnership with GHR Foundation and NaTakallam.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/refugee-voices-syria/
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SUMMARY:Race and Responsibility in the 21st Century - What We Can Learn From South Africa
DESCRIPTION:Is the U.S. ready for truth and reconciliation? If we are to seriously grapple\, finally\, with our history of racism\, and the lingering effects of trauma and disadvantage\, if we wish to build a better future for all of our citizens\, we may have much to learn from the experience of South Africa. \nJoin Global Minnesota President Mark Ritchie for a discussion with The Honorable LaJune Lange\, Honorary Consul of South Africa in Minnesota and former District Court Judge; and Zintle Koza\, Director of International Organizations at the National Treasury\, and former Humphrey Fellow\, on how South Africa addressed these issues head on\, and how we might apply the lessons they learned right here in Minnesota. \nThis event will be presented as a Zoom video webinar. \n\nAbout the Speakers\nLaJune Thomas Lange served a distinguished career as judge in the Fourth Judicial District of Minnesota. Known for her international expertise in law and human rights\, LaJune is an Honorary Consul for the Republic of South Africa in Minnesota and a senior fellow and member of the Wilkins Forum at the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs. She also teaches critical perspectives on race at the University of St. Thomas Law School\, serves as president of the International Leadership Institute\, which focuses on issues of civic education and relationship building between new immigrants and long-term community residents of Asian\, African American\, and Hispanic origin. She has shared her expertise with legal education programs for the Family Court of Morocco and the Supreme Court of Zimbabwe. \nZintle Koza is an international relations practitioner with more than 13 years in the South African civil service. She currently serves as the Director of International Organizations at the National Treasury responsible for South Africa’s continued engagement with and participation in the World Economic Forum\, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development. Previously\, she served in the Foreign Service for 11 years and was responsible for portfolios that included the African Union and European Union.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/race-and-responsibility-in-the-21st-century-what-we-can-learn-from-south-africa/
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SUMMARY:Global Conversations DIGITAL: Women in Diplomacy
DESCRIPTION:This event will be offered as a Zoom video webinar with the speaker. Register below and join this important conversation. Program access information will be sent closer to the event date. \nMany countries face challenges of migration\, terrorism\, climate change\, and the spread of fast-paced technology. Those who are sitting around the table will change the course of history and redefine how we solve critical problems. Through interviews with female Ambassadors\, Deputy Chiefs of Mission\, and diplomats spanning Afghanistan\, Albania\, Australia\, Croatia\, Finland\, Hungary\, Iceland\, Kosovo\, Mexico\, Namibia\, Singapore\, and the U.S.\, author Susan Sloan’s new book “A Seat at the Table: Women\, Diplomacy\, and Lessons for the World\,” highlights the impact of gender-diversified leadership\, and why varied voices lead to stronger resolutions and enhanced team dynamics. \nJoin us for a webinar as we talk with Susan to discuss her new book and examine how the role of women in the diplomatic corps is changing the world. The webinar will be moderated by Monica Cruz\, Head of Community Affairs at the Consulate of Mexico in Saint Paul\, and representative of the Institute of Mexicans Abroad for Minnesota\, North Dakota\, South Dakota and western Wisconsin\, leading the design and implementation of programs meant to increase equitable access and well-being in the Mexican diaspora. \nSusan’s new book “A Seat at the Table: Women\, Diplomacy\, and Lessons for the World\,” is available for purchase through Magers & Quinn Booksellers. \nAbout the Speaker\nSusan Sloan is the author of A Seat at the Table: Women\, Diplomacy\, and Lessons for the World. She is an Associate Regional Director for a global nonprofit advocacy organization in Washington\, D.C. engaging with diplomats\, government officials\, community organizers\, and international leaders. Susan has met with others from more than 60 countries through diplomacy\, advocacy\, and experiential education. Her interactive approach to communications and coalition-building has impacted groups around the world. At the age of 30\, she completed a life goal of visiting all seven continents. Susan holds a master’s degree in global strategic communications from Georgetown University and graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a major in public relations and a minor in Spanish from the University of Georgia. \nPresented in partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, Friends of the Edina Library\, French-American Chamber of Commerce Inc.\, Minnesota Chapter\, Friends of the Minneapolis Central Library\, Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central\, Landmark Center\, Magers & Quinn Booksellers\, Minneapolis Public Schools Community Education\, Plymouth Library\, TeamWomen\, and Washburn Library. \nPhoto Credit: U.S. Department of State; Maria Bryk
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-conversations-digital-women-in-diplomacy/
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SUMMARY:Voces de Refugiados: Venezuela (Refugee Voices: Venezuela)
DESCRIPTION:This program will be presented in Spanish only as a Zoom video webinar\, and is part of Global Minnesota’s partnership with NaTakallam Refugee Voices virtual series. \nDe acuerdo al Alto Comisionado de las Naciones Unidas para los Refugiados (ACNUR\, en inglés UNHCR)\, actualmente hay más de 68.5 millones de personas que han sido desplazadas a la fuerza a causa de conflicto en sus países de origen. Algunas de estas personas han sido desplazadas dentro de su mismo país y otros se han visto obligados a emigrar a otros. Muchas de estas personas conservan la esperanza de volver a sus hogares lo más pronto posible\, pero el tiempo promedio de desplazo y reubicación para un refugiado es de 20 a 30 años y muchos no logran volver a su país. A pesar de los retos\, millones de refugiados y gente desplazada trabajan ardua y cotidianamente para preservar su cultura e identidad\, y reconstruir su vidas en lugares nuevos para ellos. \nAcompáñenos y a Natakallam Refugee Voices a escuchar de nuestra invitada Marianela\, quien hablará de su experiencia como refugiada proveniente de Venezuela y su vida actual en Costa Rica. \nMarianela\, originaria de Maracaibo\, vivía en Mérida\, Venezuela\, cuando decidió mudarse a San José\, Costa Rica a causa de los conflictos en su país natal. Previamente\, Marianela daba clases de español y era propietaria de una agencia de turismo de aventura. Ella disfruta viajar\, conocer gente de diferentes países\, hablar y aprender sobre su cultura e intereses\, y disfruta de enseñar español via Skype. Marianela es también ecologista y una recicladora apasionada. \nDespués de su presentación\, el programa concluirá con una sesión de Preguntas y Respuestas moderadas por el abogado Marcos Ramírez. \nPresentado en colaboración con NaTakallam\, LatinoLEAD\, y Human Rights for Venezuela.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/refugee-voices-venezuela-in-spanish-only-en-solo-espanol/
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SUMMARY:How U.S. Companies are Leveraging Thailand\, Vietnam & the Philippines to Diversify Their Manufacturing and Supply Chain Needs Beyond China
DESCRIPTION:China’s slowing economy\, rising labor costs\, increased regulatory environment\, and the U.S.-China trade tariffs have resulted in significant economic disruption in China and global markets. The outbreak of COVID-19 has further compounded this disruption and for many companies\, highlighted the need to reduce their manufacturing and supply chain dependence on China. \nToday\, western companies operating in China are looking for new risk-diversification solutions for their manufacturing and supply chain footprints\, and increasingly\, many of these companies are choosing to expand into Thailand\, Vietnam\, and the Philippines. \nWhether a company is adopting a “China Plus One” strategy or relocating out of China\, the driving motivations for establishing supply chain and operations in Asia are: dependable raw material and component suppliers\, growth of corporate sales into Asia\, labor cost reductions with a qualified work force\, substantial tax incentives\, and a desire to reduce dependence on China. \nJoin us for a webinar and panel discussion on the operational and legal issues to diversifying manufacturing and supply chain footprints by leveraging Thailand\, Vietnam\, and the Philippines. \n\nREGISTER\n\nPanelists\nMike Schoeb\, Chief Executive Officer\, Alliance Laundry System\n(WI-based company with Thailand facility) \nMark Plum\, Director\, East West Associates\nFormer President of Briggs & Stratton Asia \nNelson Dong\, Partner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nJoan Steinmann\, Assistant General Counsel\, H.B. Fuller Company\n(MN-based company in Thailand\, Vietnam and the Philippines) \nAlex Bryant\, President\, East West Associates (Moderator) \nIn partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP. This program will be offered as a Zoom webinar.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/how-u-s-companies-are-leveraging-thailand-vietnam-the-philippines-to-diversify-their-manufacturing-and-supply-chain-needs-beyond-china/
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