Community Programs
Connecting Georgia to the World Since 1962
GCIV connects Georgia Citizens with Future World Leaders
The Georgia Council for International Visitors (GCIV) connects Georgia communities with esteemed international visitors participating in short-term, purpose-driven federally sponsored professional exchange programs. These programs are designed to foster professional dialogue, mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and best practices, and community connection while advancing the broader goals of international understanding.
Community participation plays a central role in each exchange program, ensuring that global exchange is grounded in local experience. GCIV’s community programs, rooted in the principle of citizen diplomacy, create opportunities for meaningful people-to-people engagement that strengthens mutual understanding and global awareness at the local level.
Visit the GCIV calendar to see who’s coming to town.
Connect with esteemed international visitors through GCIV community programs, including dinner hospitality, Global Lunch Forums, International Women Associates, Global Decisions, International Dining Experiences, Today I Met, professional meetings, and the International Consular Ball.
Opportunities to Interact with International Visitors
Professional Resources
International exchange participants meet with their professional counterparts across Metro Atlanta and Georgia. Through structured meetings, site visits, and panel discussions, participants exchange knowledge and best practices, explore shared challenges, and build lasting professional relationships across continents. Email info@gciv.org to add yourself to GCIV’s volunteer professional resource database.
Classroom Visits
International exchange participants visit Georgia public and private schools across all grade levels, including higher education. Today I Met… classroom visits promote cross-cultural learning, global awareness, and leadership development, supporting the next generation of globally engaged citizens. Email info@gciv.org to add your school to GCIV’s Today I Met… classroom visit database.
Cultural & Community Engagement
Cultural and community programs, such as dinner hospitality, encourage informal, personal interaction between Georgians and international visitors. Activities may include community discussions, cultural events and outings, and dinner hospitality, offering authentic insights into local life while fostering mutual respect and understanding.
