Embrace the Journey: IVLP Exchanges – Your Passport to Empowerment

Young Diplomats having a discussion

Hey there, Global Citizens! Ever dreamt of a journey that not only broadens your horizons but also empowers you to make a real impact? Well, pack your metaphorical bags because we’re diving into the transformative world of International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) exchanges. Understanding the IVLP Difference Picture this: A program designed not just to showcase destinations but to foster …

Navigating the Digital Divide: Tackling Information Knowledge Inequality in Modern Societies

In the bustling landscapes of our interconnected world, information reigns supreme, dictating the pace of progress and shaping the contours of societies. However, as we wade deeper into the digital age, an alarming concern emerges—Information Knowledge Inequality. In this blog, we unravel the layers of this issue, exploring its roots, impact, and potential pathways to bridge the gap. So, fasten …

2023 ICCR Annual Report

2023 Annual Report - International Center of the Capital Region

Our annual report for fiscal year 2023 provides us the chance to thank you for the far-reaching support and trust you’ve given International Center of the Capital Region.

Festival of Nations — A Walk Around the World Within the Capital Region

by Florinda Gjypi – (November 5, 2023) The annual Festival of Nations (FON) took place for the 52nd year at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, NY. Pray tell, what is the Festival of Nations?  The festival dates back to 1972 when several community cultural group leaders got together with an idea to organize an art and cultural …

ICCR Achievement Awards – An Afternoon For Reflection & Connection

by Florinda Gjypi – (November 2, 2023) Thursday, November 2nd wasn’t just a nice sunny day in upstate New York for the International Center of The Capital Region (ICCR), as it happened to consist of the organization’s Achievement Awards (AA) Ceremony—one of their most impactful annual events.   The well-attended event took place at the Hilton Garden Inn in Clifton Park. …

Checking in with ICCR Alum – Katie Sullivan

When I was completing my undergraduate degree at SUNY Oswego, I was selected to intern with the U.S. Department of State in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. This experience led me to join the Peace Corps, where I served as an English Education volunteer in Georgia, and then to becoming a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) in Malaysia. …

Ukraine ER Doctors

September of 2022, we hosted a group of emergency medical professionals from Ukraine, sponsored by the Congressional Office for International Leadership. During this visit, the Ukrainian visitors were able to meet with medical professionals and government officials in the Capital Region, to collaborate and exchange stories and ideas between our two countries.