Saudi Arabia - Improving Social Services
GlobalJax will be working with leading members of Saudi Arabia to explore models of effective social work and social services programs. While here they will learn new approaches to care for vulnerable children and dive into methodologies for the care of adults, as well as the elderly experiencing physical or mental limitations. This project will open up a discussion on how social programs here in the US help adults with disabilities improve their quality of life, attain their
Transparency & Accountability in Government
GlobalJax is honored to be working with international leaders from 18 nations around the globe* on a project to explore the role of citizens, traditional and new media, academia, and civil society in fostering transparency and accountability in government. The leaders will be meeting with the Director Council Secretary of the Jacksonville City Council in order to explore mechanisms that maintain a culture of transparency in city government. Further assessment of transparency
Peru: Higher Education Regulations and Exchanges
GlobalJax is working with a 12 leaders in Peruvian Higher Education to improve and higher education standards and regulations and to increase exchanges between Universities across Peru and North Florida. The project will provide incites into U.S. regional accreditation standards, as well as opportunities to expand their professional networks and share best practices in creating transformational learning opportunities. While in Jacksonville, the delegation will visit different
Albania - Countering Violent Extremism: Community Approaches
GlobalJax is hosting a delegation of leaders and executives from Albanian NGOs and think tanks to learn about community strategies to counter violent extremism. Delegates will gain insights about promoting cooperation and preventing violence, and providing training and support for youth. This program focuses on community-based efforts designed to build strong community resistance to violent extremism and promote tolerance. Delegates will meet with local organizations such as
GlobalJax Welcomes Local Legislators from Russia to Jacksonville
GlobalJax is hosting a delegation of legislators from Russia to examine local government and the legislative process in Jacksonville. Prior to their arrival in Jacksonville, delegates will meet with Congressman Rutherford (FL-DISTRICT 4) and Senator Marco Rubio's Foreign Affairs staff on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. In Jacksonville, the group will meet with City Council members to discuss key issues affecting the city, best practices in engaging with their respective distr
Delegation from 17 Countries Explores Best Practices in Water Resource Management with Jacksonville
GlobalJax hosted a delegation from 17 different countries from diverse climates to discuss regional strategies for addressing water supply and environmental impact. The program highlighted ways the U.S. manages freshwater supplies for agriculture, energy production, and domestic and industrial uses. In Northeast Florida, the group also shared best practices on balancing consumption needs with environmental conservation efforts. Participants met with various organizations such
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
Afghanistan: Veterinary Science Experts in High Profile US-China Livestock Management Training Progr
As part of the Afghan Trilateral Training Program, a U.S. –China Training Program for Afghan Cooperation and Reconstruction, GlobalJax hosted a delegation from Afghanistan to learn and share best practices for livestock management, public health risk mitigation, and agricultural sector development. The delegation met with various resources including the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Farm Bureau, and University of Florida to be trained in vet
