Pay it Forward Internationally Workshop and Open House
April 22, 2016 at Common Space Center for Creativity
Arts Council Lake Erie West (ACLEW) and the Great Lakes Consortium for International Training and Development (GLC) will convene an informative workshop about global programs addressed to people in the fields of education, healthcare, agriculture, business development, handicrafts and entrepreneurship. The goal is to assist others to find the right avenues to use their knowledge and to help others internationally, in other words, to Pay It Forward. University students, young professionals and senior citizens alike are invited to attend the Pay It Forward Internationally (PIFI) Workshop on Friday, April 22, 2016, from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Common Space Center for Creativity, 1700 N. Reynolds Rd., Toledo OH 43615 The workshop will be a prelude to an Open House with World Café roundtable discussions with 18 Professional Fellows from Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania and Slovakia as well as U.S. mentors; an international potluck buffet and wine tasting; a silent auction; and performance by the Toledo International Youth Orchestra. All Open House activities take place from 4:30-8:00pm and reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Reservations may be made by calling 419-290-0995 or by email at: [email protected].
Workshop participants will learn about Pay It Forward Internationally opportunities to gain beneficial international experience, travel, hear first-hand accounts from individuals who have participated in international programs, connect with a network of U.S. mentors with resources and experience in their particular field, and receive a digital resource guide. Pre-registration for the workshop is encouraged as space is limited. Registration and further information are available at aclew.org or by email at: [email protected].
The purpose of the PIFI Workshop is to address the interest and assess the need for further development of the ‘paying it forward internationally’ concept in order to develop a responsible and secure system for
sustaining the concept in the Northwest Ohio area. Professionals with international experience will open
the workshop at 2:30 pm with an overview of the PIFI concept and the nuts & bolts of venturing into foreign communities. Attendees will also learn about current international program opportunities. The World Café will provide direct networking opportunities with the 18 Professional Fellows in four areas: Education, Health & Wellness, Social Services and Global Entrepreneurship.
This event is made possible through the partnership and contributions of co-sponsors: University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Lourdes University, Owens Community College, the Great Lakes Consortium for International Training & Development – a program of WSOS Community Action, Arts Council Lake Erie West and the World Affairs Council of Northwest Ohio. Like PIFI on Facebook at: Facebook.com/PayItForwardInternationally.
As lead organizers, the Arts Council Lake Erie West (ACLEW) and the Great Lakes Consortium for International Training and Development (GLC) have worked together internationally for 16 years to develop creative skills, promote democracy and helping people help themselves and their community. ACLEW (1983) is a grassroots agency providing space and services to artists while engaging the public in creative, educational, historical, cultural and international programs. ACLEW operates Common Space Centers for Creativity and Seven Eagles Historical Education Center. Martin W. Nagy, organizer of the Pay It Forward Internationally event, is an international arts consultant and executive director of ACLEW. GLC (1999) is a collaborative effort of the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Lourdes University and WSOS Community Action Commission, Inc. that initiates, supports and coordinates international training and development efforts with resources and needs in the world community. GLC has worked with more than seventeen countries and various projects around the world. Elizabeth Balint is director of the GLC.
Press Release Contact Name: Martin Nagy
Press Release Contact Email: [email protected]
Organization Name: Arts Council Lake Erie West/Common Space
Organization Address: 1700 N Reynolds, Toledo, OH