Ukraine Healthcare Management in the US
GlobalJax is hosting a delegation from Ukraine to learn about healthcare management in the United States. To gain insight on the quality of the US healthcare system and the role of private health insurance providers, visitors will meet with Florida Blue representatives for an overview of the healthcare system administration in the U.S., and to learn how both public and private health policies are implemented. The delegation will also meet representatives from the Duval County
Brazil: Innovation in Security and Law Enforcement
GlobalJax is hosting a delegation from Brazil to learn more about innovation in security and law enforcement. Delegates will gain insight in law enforcement training and professional development, and how to counter threats, increase cooperation between government and the private sector, and combat transnational crime. While in Jacksonville, participants will spend time at the Duval County Pre-Trial Detention Center, where visitors will see some of the processes first-hand re
Emerging Leaders from South and Central Asia learn about Government Transparency and Accountability
GlobalJax is hosting a delegation of officials from South and Central Asia to learn strategies and standards for improving accountability and transparency in government. Delegates will also gain insights about effective principles of ethical systems for accountability and transparency in government and business in the U.S. Delegates will meet with local organizations such as City of Jacksonville’s Office of the Inspector General and Office of Public Accountability to discuss
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Travel the U.S. and Learn Alongside Iraqi Students in 4 Week Leadership Excha
Want to Develop your leadership skills, travel the U.S., and expand your worldview? Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to spend 4 unforgettable weeks traveling the US and and learning alongside some of the brightest teens from across Iraq! The Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) is a four-week U.S. based program bringing together 12 US and 27 Iraqi high school students. You will develop great friendships as well as cross-cultural communication competency, lea
Kazakhstan: Commercial Driver Education and Safety
GlobalJax hosted a delegation from Kazakhstan to examine best practices in transportation and driver safety. The program reviewed the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and ways to provide safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles. Participants met with Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and Florida Highway Patrol to discuss research on development and improvement of Florida’s roads, highways sa
Egypt: Sharing Best Practices for Documenting Cultural Heritage
GlobaJax hosted a delegation of archaeologists and historical conservationists from Egypt to examine best strategies on documenting cultural heritage. Participants learned about current U.S. theory, practice, and application of new technology in cultural heritage protection. The program highlighted methods used by public and private entities to raise awareness of conflict antiquities. Participants met with organizations such as the UNF Digital Humanities Institute, Florida Mu
