Programs

LICC accommodates the visitors who come to Louisville as a part of the following programs:

Community Connections International Visitor Program Open World Program Community Partnership / U.S. - Ukraine Partnership

LICC also carries out the following community outreach initiatives:

Global Education Network (GEN) Louisville World Affairs Council (LWAC) Academic WorldQuest The D. Hershberg Scholarship

Community Connections As a part of the United States' effort to assist the former USSR with its transition to a free market economy, the United States Information Agency (USIA) launched the Business for Russia (BFR) project in 1993. The Community Connections project is an outgrowth of BFR and includes other countries which were part of the former USSR. To date, the programs have brought more than 5,000 entrepreneurs and other professionals to the United States for two-to-four week professional experiences in market economies and for home stays with American families. More about Community Connections  ||  Top

International Visitor Program Each year the International Visitor Program (IVP) brings approximately 5,000 current and rising international leaders in specific professions to the USA for interactions with their American counterparts, to experience our country and its institutions firsthand. These visitors representing government, journalism, education, business, economy, arts, and other fields, are selected by their positions and their influence in their countries. Preparations for the visitors are made by the State Department, in cooperation with councils such as LICC around the USA. More about International Visitor Program  ||  Top

Open World Program The U.S. Congress-authorized Open World Program at the Library of Congress brings emerging Russian leaders to communities across the United States to expose them to American democracy and free enterprise in action. During intensive short-term visits, participants learn about the responsibilities of and interrelationships between the three branches and different levels (federal, state, and local) of the U.S. government. They also learn how the U.S. private and nonprofit sectors help meet social and civic needs. Participants engage in hands-on experiences, direct observation, and substantive exchange with their professional counterparts. More about Open World Program  ||  Top

Community Partnership / U.S.-Ukraine Foundation For the past several years, LICC has participated in the Community Partnership Program (CPP) of the U.S./Ukraine Foundation. This U.S. aid funded project matches American cities with their counterparts in Ukraine for mutual exchanges. CPP's purpose is to strengthen Ukrainian democracy and its effective institutions. As part of this effort, Louisville has worked with the cities of Donetsk and Rubizhne. Today, work continues in Rubizhne. The Louisville Water Company personnel frequently visits the city to provide assistance in maintaining and improving its water system. In the past, LICC has hosted Rubizhne's Mayor and Director of Public Works, and in 2002 brought the first ever public hearing to Rubizhne. Economic development will continue to be another area of focus for LICC in the CPP project. Technical assistance by Louisville experts in Ukraine will continue during 2003 and 2004 under the present agreement between LICC and the U.S./Ukraine Foundation. More about Community Partnership / U.S.-Ukraine Foundation  ||  Top

Global Education Network / GEN The Global Education Network of Kentuckiana (GEN/KI) is a non-governmental international organization of volunteer individuals and institutions related to education. This program of the Louisville International Cultural Center promotes its vision of global understanding and education through the design of short and long-range programs. More about Global Education Network / GEN  ||  Top

Louisville World Affairs Council / LWAC LWAC is a member of the World Affairs Councils of America, the largest international affairs non-profit organization in the U.S. (comprised of 80 councils across the nation). LWAC sponsors public lectures and similar events, as well as participates in national programs such as Academic WorldQuest and Great Decisions. More about Louisville World Affairs Council / LWAC  ||  Top

Academic WorldQuest Academic WorldQuest is a competitive team quiz game invented by former national World Affairs Councils board member Jennifer Watson Roberts and the Charlotte Council. Teams compete in rounds testing their knowledge of international affairs, geography, history, culture, flags, sports, current events, prominent newsmakers, economics, international organizations, and more. More about Academic WorldQuest  ||  Top

The D. Hershberg Scholarship The Louisville International Cultural Center (LICC) is pleased to invite applications for The David Hershberg Scholarship for international summer study. Eligibility for this grant is limited to any student currently enrolled in a degree program at any accredited Metro Louisville area institution of higher learning. It is also available to any student whose permanent residence is in the Metro Louisville area and attends an accredited institution of higher learning outside Metro Louisville. More about The D. Hershberg Scholarship  ||  Top