The Global Ties U.S. 2025 National Meeting took place February 18-21 in Washington, DC, and brought together our international exchange Network under the theme, Stronger Alliances, Stronger Communities. The 2025 theme explored the multidimensional benefits of exchanges like the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), which is celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2025, and how exchange programs strengthen U.S. influence and security abroad and build stronger communities and workforces here at home.
About the National Meeting
The Global Ties U.S. National Meeting is the premier gathering of international exchange and public diplomacy professionals and supporters from government agencies, the private-sector, nonprofit organizations, and academia. Held in the Washington, DC-area, the National Meeting brings together participants across three days to gain high-level insights on trends affecting the international exchange and public diplomacy field, engage in in-depth professional development opportunities, and build networks to strengthen our missions focused on citizen engagement in foreign affairs.
Get Involved with #GlobalTies2026
Event dates and more details to come.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
Demonstrate your leadership in public diplomacy and international exchange by partnering with us as a sponsor and/or exhibitor.
National Meeting Award Nominations
Each year at the National Meeting, Global Ties U.S. recognizes leaders in citizen diplomacy and international exchange for outstanding work in our field. The National Meeting awards celebrate how and why exchange programs matter to communities in the United States and abroad.
- Citizen Diplomat Award
- Network Honors
- Exchanges Photo Contest
- IVLP Alumni Award for Social Innovation & Change
Volunteer at the National Meeting
Volunteers support event logistics including registration, setup, and social media. In return, they gain access to sessions, networking opportunities with international exchange leaders, and valuable experience on event management.
Questions?
Contact NationalMeeting@GlobalTiesUS.org
The National Meeting is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by Global Ties U.S.
