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What is Citizen Diplomacy?

Citizen Diplomacy is the idea that individuals have the right and responsibility to help shape U.S. foreign relations through person-to-person interactions with citizens of other countries

(Center for Citizen Diplomacy)

Connecting Chicago to the World

We foster mutual understanding through creating and supporting dynamic global relationships

We build personal and professional bridges to create opportunities for dialogue, economic prosperity, and goodwill

We connect Chicagoans with their global counterparts

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Can you imagine
a world, where...

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Youth become equipped with the tools to become leaders

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Chicago entrepreneurs excel globally through mentorship and international collaboration;

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Increased local engagement in global affairs leads to stronger communities

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This is the world
of Citizen Diplomacy

Global Connection. Local Impact.

WorldChicago opens doors to the world by fostering international exchange and creating opportunities for cultural and professional growth. Our work unites leaders from diverse backgrounds, strengthens ties, and promotes mutual understanding.

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Our vision pillars

Citizen Diplomacy One Handshake at a Time

Citizen Diplomacy is the idea that individuals have the right and responsibility to help shape U.S. foreign relations through person-to-person interactions with citizens of other countries.

Citizen diplomats can be students, teachers, athletes, artists, business professionals, humanitarians, adventurers, or tourists. We are motivated by a desire to engage with our interconnected world in a meaningful, mutually beneficial dialogue and to help build a more peaceful and prosperous world.

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Your unrestricted gift helps WorldChicago continue to be a builder of global bridges that provide exchanges of ideas, perspectives, and programs that help make the world, and Chicago, a better place.

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