By: Elizabeth Khounlo, IIC Marketing & Communications Intern Entrepreneurship is often a long and difficult road, especially challenging as a refugee or immigrant learning to navigate in a new country. In recognition of November marking the celebration and empowerment of global entrepreneurs, Iowa International Center got to know a local refugee-owned business. GoDeli is a family …
By Everett C. Mullican, Marketing and Communications Intern MERGE has been making significant impacts on young women (ages 15-19) who face increased risks of mental illness, depression, anxiety, and poor self-esteem. These negative impacts may ultimately affect their overall well-being and future when it comes to opening up their adult careers, lives, and experiences in …
In September, the Iowa International Center virtually welcomed 16 international visitors from across Africa who participated in a cybersecurity program that highlighted the need for global collaboration. Cybersecurity is an issue that transgresses borders. By bringing together professionals from around the world, we can work together towards building a safer cyberspace for all. As a …
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City of Des Moines Johnny is the epitome of “actions speak louder than words.” Johnny does not take the conventional approach to advocacy: he doesn’t do social justice work in social justice spaces. He doesn’t preach to the choir. Johnny goes beyond the traditional spaces of advocacy, and focuses instead on creating spaces for people …
Representative Marti Anderson has been a continuous supporter of ours and has done great work at the Capitol. We recently asked Anderson to share some thoughts on the connection between her work and what we do at Iowa International Center. Q: How do you feel welcoming international visitors and promoting international understanding, helps the work …
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Iowa International Center had a chance to talk with Kathleen Richardson, Dean, and professor at Drake University School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Ms. Richardson has met with many international colleagues on a variety of platforms, including through IIC’s international visitor program. In the past, Ms. Richardson worked for The Des Moines Register and as …
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On March 30th, Iowa International Center hosted the first installment of its Global Café series. The event centered around the topic of Women Empowerment and featured two influential European women, both of whom visited Iowa a few years ago as part of a International Visitor Leadership Program. The first speaker of the day was Ms. …
Meet Dr. Ahmed Agyeman, one of Iowa International Center’s newest board members. From his roots in West Africa to his influence within the state of Iowa, Dr. Agyeman has been a global advocate for community engagement and social justice. As a teenager, Dr. Agyeman immigrated from Ghana to Iowa in 1993. Even at an early …
DMACC Student Emerging Leader Award Mohamed Sharif has worked with several community non-profits to help groom future technology talent, spending countless hours outside his full-time studies and two part-time positions at DMACC, inspiring middle and high school students. His nominators praised Mohamed’s commitment to helping others, passion to promote education & IT, and service to …
Iowa Army National Guard James Suong serves with the Iowa Army National Guard. His nominators call him a standard-bearer for bringing together people of varying cultures. Through his volunteer efforts, he has influenced public policy and programs for refugees and the Asian Pacific Islander community in Iowa. He serves on the Commission of Asian and …
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