2016 Delegations
Small Business - Kenya
December 20th - 29th
Rule of Law - Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Russia
July 31 - August 19
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Attorneys Alex Mugenzengabo (Rwanda) and Miteo "Thierry" Kabeya (DRC) joined us for three weeks of programming, Timofey Rudas (Russia) for two. While here, they were provided with an overview of various legal systems in the U.S. They visited The Ohio Supreme Court, The Franklin County Municipal Court, OSU Student Legal Services, The Columbus Blue Jackets and many more organizations that helped them gain a new perspective on legal systems and practices. Alex and Thierry were also able to join us for our annual fundraiser, The International Taste of Columbus. All three plan to return to the U.S. in the future and will remain in contact with CIP.
We would like to thank all of the organizations that made this program possible, as well as all of our wonderful hosts - Charles Rutonesha, Andy and Holly Drake; Mikalene Guiser and Tim Skinner; and Victor Wu. |
Beijing - Columbus Youth Summer Camp Program
June 30 - July 7
A group of Chinese children, along with parents and chaperones, had a unique American cultural experience, sponsored by the Beijing Qianbaile Commission. Participants visited popular sites such as the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), The Ohio State University (OSU), King’s Island, and Washington, D.C., as well as participating in typical American activities such as picnics and movie nights. The professional aspect of the program will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education in the U.S.
We would like to thank COSI for partnering with us for this delegation, as well as all of our host families for making this experience possible - Ron and Debbie Andrews; Penny and Gary Hsieh; Mark and Nancy Poeppelman; Miriam and Don Utter; Seema and Jay Anand and Susan Bradford.
We would like to thank COSI for partnering with us for this delegation, as well as all of our host families for making this experience possible - Ron and Debbie Andrews; Penny and Gary Hsieh; Mark and Nancy Poeppelman; Miriam and Don Utter; Seema and Jay Anand and Susan Bradford.
Shenzen - Columbus Pink Ribbon Project for Breast Cancer Families
July 23 - August 1
This program provided an overview of support systems in the U.S. for families living with breast cancer. The delegation consisted of 5 women living with breast cancer, their family members, and two leaders of the Pink Ribbon Association, a non-governmental organization based in Shenzhen, China that educates and advocates for those living with the disease.
Participants started their program with a CIPUSA affiliate in Chicago, attending a panel of the leading breast cancer advocates in the area and touring the city. Once in Columbus, participants met with organizations like LifeCare Alliance, the Ohio Health Bing Cancer Center, Pink Ribbon Girls, and the Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center. The group also enjoyed a visit to Lincoln Theatre, The Columbus Museum of Art and the Short North Art District. They finished their program with a road trip to Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York City.
We are so thankful to all of the organizations that made this wonderful program possible, as well as to all of our host families - Dick and Emilie Miller; Cathy Elkins; Barb and Jim Kimmel; Zhixiong Chen; and Tom and Mary Blosser.
Participants started their program with a CIPUSA affiliate in Chicago, attending a panel of the leading breast cancer advocates in the area and touring the city. Once in Columbus, participants met with organizations like LifeCare Alliance, the Ohio Health Bing Cancer Center, Pink Ribbon Girls, and the Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center. The group also enjoyed a visit to Lincoln Theatre, The Columbus Museum of Art and the Short North Art District. They finished their program with a road trip to Niagara Falls, Washington DC, Philadelphia and New York City.
We are so thankful to all of the organizations that made this wonderful program possible, as well as to all of our host families - Dick and Emilie Miller; Cathy Elkins; Barb and Jim Kimmel; Zhixiong Chen; and Tom and Mary Blosser.
Chinese Social Work Delegation
May 20 - June 1, 2016
On Tuesday, May 31, our Chinese Social Work Delegation had their last meeting in Columbus to officially finish their 10-day program in Central Ohio. Next, they head to Buffalo, New York to begin a few days of sight- seeing, including visits to Niagara Falls, Washington, D.C., and New York before heading home.
The eight participants from the Shenzen Nanshen Social Service District, which is led by our partner Kang Hou Chen, enjoyed a fast-paced program focused on specialized topics of elder care, domestic violence, family relations, drug abuse, and volunteer management. In addition to meeting with local organizations, the participants enjoyed getting a taste of life in Columbus with visits to the Asian Festival, Franklin Park Conservatory, and Easton Mall, to name just a few. The delegation celebrated the end of their program with a true American tradition - a Memorial Day picnic at Bicentennial Park, where they received their certificates of completion and enjoyed the early summer weather.
We thank all of the organizations who met with the delegation, and the hosts who made this program possible - Seth Frey and Matt Burns; Kathy and John Moser; Dick and Emilie Miller; Claire and Mark Fohl; and Menodora Srianti and Jim McMahon.
The eight participants from the Shenzen Nanshen Social Service District, which is led by our partner Kang Hou Chen, enjoyed a fast-paced program focused on specialized topics of elder care, domestic violence, family relations, drug abuse, and volunteer management. In addition to meeting with local organizations, the participants enjoyed getting a taste of life in Columbus with visits to the Asian Festival, Franklin Park Conservatory, and Easton Mall, to name just a few. The delegation celebrated the end of their program with a true American tradition - a Memorial Day picnic at Bicentennial Park, where they received their certificates of completion and enjoyed the early summer weather.
We thank all of the organizations who met with the delegation, and the hosts who made this program possible - Seth Frey and Matt Burns; Kathy and John Moser; Dick and Emilie Miller; Claire and Mark Fohl; and Menodora Srianti and Jim McMahon.
Chinese New Media Delegation
March 6 - 20, 2016
Our three participants, Dr. Ning, Jason, and Helen, were with us March 6- 20. During their two weeks in the U.S., the participants experienced American culture and media, while learning more about our healthcare and education systems.
In Columbus, the participants met with city officials, visited local schools, and talked to university faculty and administrators. Halfway through the program, the delegation took a weekend trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with national leaders, including the staff of two of Central Ohio’s representatives in Congress, Joyce Beatty and Steve Stivers. On the way to D.C. the group visited Morgantown, West Virginia to visit our colleagues at West Virginia Council of International Programs. In keeping with CIP tradition, the participants gave a presentation on their hometowns and treated CIP members to some singing and dancing during a traditional Chinese dinner at Sunflower Restaurant. On their last day, the participants visited the Dayton Air Force Museum before saying goodbye to their host families.
It was a busy two weeks, but Dr. Ning, Jason, and Helen all agree that they had an excellent time making new friends, professional connections, and experiencing American culture. CIP appreciates all the members and partners who volunteered to make this program possible, especially our host families: Mikalene Guiser and Tim Skinner, Jeff and Jennifer Wahl, and Mark Stansbery.
In Columbus, the participants met with city officials, visited local schools, and talked to university faculty and administrators. Halfway through the program, the delegation took a weekend trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with national leaders, including the staff of two of Central Ohio’s representatives in Congress, Joyce Beatty and Steve Stivers. On the way to D.C. the group visited Morgantown, West Virginia to visit our colleagues at West Virginia Council of International Programs. In keeping with CIP tradition, the participants gave a presentation on their hometowns and treated CIP members to some singing and dancing during a traditional Chinese dinner at Sunflower Restaurant. On their last day, the participants visited the Dayton Air Force Museum before saying goodbye to their host families.
It was a busy two weeks, but Dr. Ning, Jason, and Helen all agree that they had an excellent time making new friends, professional connections, and experiencing American culture. CIP appreciates all the members and partners who volunteered to make this program possible, especially our host families: Mikalene Guiser and Tim Skinner, Jeff and Jennifer Wahl, and Mark Stansbery.
