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NAFSA is the largest and most comprehensive association of professionals committed to advancing international higher education. Based in the United States, we provide programs, products, services, and a physical and virtual meeting space for the worldwide community of international educators. The association provides leadership to its varied constituencies through establishing principles of good practice and providing professional development opportunities. NAFSA encourages networking among professionals, convenes conferences and collaborative dialogues, and promotes research and knowledge creation to strengthen and serve the field. We lead the way in advocating for a better world through international education.

The International Institute of New England creates opportunities for refugees and immigrants to succeed through resettlement, education, career advancement and pathways to citizenship.

The Center for International Understanding serves North Carolina by promoting awareness, expanding understanding, and empowering action through global education. CIU’s programs for business, policy and education leaders aim to make North Carolina the most globally engaged state in the nation.

The Irish International Immigrant Center assists immigrants from Ireland and from around the world as they integrate into American society, and with partner organizations, promotes reconciliation in Ireland. We are a vibrant welcome center that provides legal, wellness and education services, advocates for systemic change, and facilitates cross-cultural community building. Our vision is of a shared society where all people are welcomed and valued and enjoy equal opportunities, and protections.

International Institute of Los Angeles was founded in 1914 by the YMCA to provide a variety of services to underserved populations. IILA has expanded to provide a variety of services to immigrant communities throughout the Los Angeles area. In addition to refugee resettlement and immigration services IILA provides employment and training, childcare, nutrition programs for children and adults, senior services, transportation, and youth and family services. IILA's philosophy is to assist individuals and families achieve self-sufficiently and provide community leadership to promote multicultural understanding.

The International American Relief Society, ''IARS'' is dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through relief and development programs. The IARS focuses on alleviating poverty in the USA and in the World, wherever appropriate humanitarian response may be needed. In other words, the IARS' humanitarian-driven mission is to help individuals and families affected by forced migration and/or poverty. Helping to rebuild their lives, restore a sense of dignity, and fully participate in their communities by providing compassionate support, resources, and programs tailored to their unique needs.

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, gender, and youth. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.

To promote peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation with cultural, educational and economic endeavors.

IFCA's mission is to advance the child welfare system through exchange of ideas, collaborative work, and creating connections across the globe. IFCA envisions a world where all children and youth are loved, supported, and have opportunity to reach their full potential.

Mission: To promote and enrich the social, economic and personal advancement of Armenian women worldwide through educational and other community activities that unite Armenian women, promote gender equity, and emphasize our Armenian cultural heritage. Goals: To establish contacts with women’s organizations, both Armenian and non-Armenian, in the United States, in Armenia, and around the world. To provide a forum for dialogue and discussion on issues of interest to Armenian women in the fields of education, social welfare, culture, and business. To gather information about the changing role of women in the world, to monitor the activities of Armenian women, and to establish an Armenian women’s archive. To increase the visibility of Armenian women and to promote their equal role in the community. To develop a liaison with world news agencies to provide accurate information in the media on Armenia and Armenians. To sponsor programs and issue publications to further these purposes.

FIUTS advances international understanding through cross-cultural experiences, student leadership, and community connections.

The International Institute of St. Louis provides opportunities for immigrants and refugees to thrive in order to create a welcoming, prosperous, and healthy region for all.