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Archives: 2006
October 25 – 30, 2006: Ten mayors and government officials from Japan on City Revitalization
September 23 – 28, 2006: Eight mayors and government officials from various African countries on US Political Process for Newly Elected Officials
September 23 – 28, 2006: Eight mayors and government officials from various African countries on US Political Process for Newly Elected Officials
August 23 – 26, 2006: Six visitors from Senegal on US Agricultural Policy and Reform
July 29 – August 2, 2006- Mr. Sun Yi from China
Sun Yi is the Director of the Ningbo Government Shanghai Office, and he has recently been given control over the development of Ningbo's transportation and logistics industries. Ningbo is located in Zhejiang Province, one of China's fastest-growing areas. Ningbo is also expected to become an increasingly important area for logistics and transportation systems, once a massive bridge connecting Ningbo to Shanghai is completed in 2008. Sun Yi would like to learn how American transportation and logistics facilities work to handle the massive volume of trade that flows through America's ports. Visiting port cities and logistic industries/companies in the U.S. will be key to his program. Furthermore, Mr. Sun's visits to these cities may provide future opportunities for numerous U.S. companies that are exporting logistics and transportation goods and services. With the development of its transportation infrastructure, the Ningbo government is looking for technologies, expertise, and systems from all around the world to transform Ningbo into an international transportation center.
July 23 - 27, 2006- 8 visitors from Oman
Museum directors and archaeologists from Oman will be in Charleston to learn more about Cultural and Historic preservation initiatives in our city. The goals of this project are to enable participants to learn more about current U.S. theory and practice in the field of cultural heritage preservation and management; how public and private entities have effectively used cultural heritage to expand and enhance domestic and international tourism; and the ways in which cultural institutions leverage their appeal to raise funds through special exhibitions, gift shops, special events, and other avenues. It is a great opportunity to meet with the visitors from Middle East and discuss the life, culture, and politics over the dinner!
Archives: 2005
July 23 - 27, 2006- 8 visitors from Oman
Fifteen visitors from Middle East countries including representatives of Ministry of Culture of Iraq and Art Gallery in Lebanon will be visiting Charleston to learn more about its historic preservation initiatives. In Charleston, we would like the group to look at the idea of preserving a period of time. The Antebellum South is a wonderful example which can be looked at as a culture (way of life), historic period, regional interest, and city-wide preservation project. The group would visit museums, historic buildings and landmarks, plantations and other noteworthy sites to discuss districting, tourism, funding, legal issues and numerous other topics that will certainly come up. Host a visitor for a dinner at your home on Sunday, May 8!
May 22 - 25, 2005 Trade and Economic Development - Europe
Four visitors from different European countries will visit Charleston as a part of their three weeks itinerary in the United States to learn about trade and economic development issues. Negative effects of globalization and free trade, economic development, and US free trade agreements will be a part of SC program.
June 11 - 15, 2005 Food Security and Sustainable Development - Afric
a Nine visitors from Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Niger, Senegal, Uganda, Swaziland, and Malawi will visit Charleston to learn about Food Security and Sustainable Development, visit small farms and local organizations dealing with those issues. You wouldn’t have to host them all but if you would host one or two we would be so appreciative.
June 11 - 15, 2005 Port Management - Ukraine
While in Charleston, five visitors from Ukraine will study how the second largest port on the East Coast is operating, Port Security, regional port associations, and municipal government and ports relationship. Families as well as businesses, interested in participating in the program are welcome! Host family (single, married, group of friends) is asked to provide a dinner for guests. Transportation provided.
March 5 – 9, 2005 Women in Development
Great Opportunity to Practice Your French and Show Southern Hospitality: Invite Guests for a Dinner at Your Home. The SCWTC will be hosting a group of 4 ladies from Africa (Congo, Togo, Burkina Faso, and Côte D’ivoire). This trip is organized under the State Department’s Council for International Visitors Leadership program. Besides Charleston the three-week program will include New Orleans, Los Angeles, and Washington DC. While in South Carolina, the visitors will have meetings with different groups and organizations involved in economic development and improving life of women. The group will also have a trip to St. Helena Island in response to generous invitation from Queen Quet to join the Gullah Geeche Nation Elders retreat.
Archives: 2004
July 6 – August 31, 2004 Media Management Belgorod, Russia
Local and regional papers “The State”, “Post &Courier”, “Charleston Regional Business Journal”, “Moultrie ”, “The Skirt”, “Charleston City Paper”, “Latino”, and “Lowcountry Parents”. Publishers “Little Black Book”, College of Charleston Publications, Charleston Printing etc. School of Journalism at the University of SC, plex (multimedia for media professionals)
March 9 – April 6, 2004 Business Group Pskov, Russia
Over 30 local businesses and organizations Palmetto Car Dealership, Baker Motor Co, Hampton Inn Historic District, Legal Aid Services, Ten State Street, Port of Charleston, Charleston Area Convention Center, Bayer Intl, etc.
Archives: 2003
Nov 30 - Dec 21, 2003 Historic Preservation Professionals, Kemerovo, Russia
Historic Charleston Foundation, Preservation Society of Charleston, SC National Heritage Corridor, African-American Avery Research Center, College of Charleston Historic Preservation program, Board of Architectural Review, museums & plantations
July 6 - August 6, 2003 Business Group Kaliningrad, Russia
Over 30 local businesses & organizations incl. retail (Bits of Lace, Dillards, B&W), logistics & warehousing (International Forwarders, Neal Brothers, Premier Logistics), gift & souvenirs shops, fitness centers (EastShore, St. Andrews, West Ashley), construction, and car dealership companies.
April 2 –28, 2003 Business Group Crimea, Ukraine
Over 30 local businesses and organizations incl. Berlitz Language School, Kaplan Test Center, Charleston Southern University, College of Charleston, The Citadel, Maritime Association, CLP Services, The Original Charleston Walks, Abbott& Hill Travel etc.
Archives: 2002
November 5 -22, 2002 Historic Preservation Professionals Vladivostok, Russia
SC Department of Archives and Historic Preservation, Historic Charleston Foundation, Preservation Society of Charleston, SC National Heritage Corridor, African-American Avery Research Center, College of Charleston Historic Preservation program, Board of Architectural Review, museums & plantations
March 6 -27, 2002 Business Group, Chelabyinsk, Russia
45 local businesses and organizations incl. car dealerships (Rick Hendricks, Baker Moto, WA Toyota), consulting (Karaton Services, GGM- Family Solutions), hospitality (Berlin’s restaurant Supply, O’RIleys, Holiday Inn), financial services (Heritage Trust, SouthTrust Bank, Merrill Lynch), workforce development ( Trident Technical College, Charles Foster Staffing etc.)1 Parkshore Centre :: 1 Poston Rd, Suite 103 :: Charleston, SC 29407 :: P:843/852.9880 ::
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