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Below you will find a sampling of resources related to Philadelphia's global character and other international matters--background on civic initiatives, research findings, policy documents, and publications--as well as links to relevant sites.

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GLOBAL RESOURCES
    A hub of all of the resources a Philadelphian needs to live, work, travel, and entertain like a global player!                  
"Entering Events" How-To Manual
A how-to manual describing the method of posting content to our website. It is easy and we encourage our members and users to use our website as a publicity tool whenever they would like!
Dr. Castillo Scholarship
Requirements: Must be Mexican or of Mexican descent Primary residence in Pennsylvania, Delaware, or New Jersey A copy of your acceptance letter or student ID from the College/University where you are currently enrolled (first year students only).
Join the Friends of the Tanner House Community Partner Network!
Become part of the Friends of the Tanner House Community Partner Network. We are inviting formal and informal groups, organizations, and collectives to support our ongoing community cultural organizing in North Central Philadelphia as we seek to revitalize the Henry Ossawa Tanner House as a heritage-driven community cultural asset. Let us know what you are already up to in the area! And how the Friends of the Tanner House can support you too! We plan to list our partners on our website. ELIGIBILITY:
IPromise Charitable Giving Fund
Volpe Koenig is deeply committed to giving back to the communities in which we live and work. In 2007, Volpe Koenig established the IPromise Charitable Giving Fund to assist Greater Philadelphia Metro area nonprofit organizations with continuing their missions and establishing new programs. To date, IPromise has awarded well over $500,000 to grant recipients
Phila.Gov Is Now Available in Spanish and Chinese
Posted by the City of Philadelphia. Credit to PHENND. The City of Philadelphia is excited to announce Phila.Gov is now available in Spanish and Chinese. The Translation Services Expansion project was made possible through the City’s Operation Transformation Fund and is led by the Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA) and the Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT).
Podcast: How to Market a Global City with Zabeth Teelucksingh, President of the Global Philadelphia Association
Listen here: https://auerbach-intl.com/podcast-zabeth-teelucksingh/
Perry World House-Foreign Affairs Emerging Scholars Policy Prize
Perry World House, the University of Pennsylvania’s hub for global policy research, is partnering with Foreign Affairs, the preeminent outlet for analysis and debate of foreign policy, economics, and global affairs, for the 2023 Perry World House-Foreign Affairs Emerging Scholars Policy Prize. Applications for the prize are now open until May 21, 2023.
Drexel's 2022 Civic Footprint
More than a decade ago, Drexel University made some major commitments and big bets to revitalize their academic, administrative and capital infrastructure and pursue a bold civic mission through strategic planning and partnerships.
Black History Month: A salute to past, present and future
Please enjoy this special informational video from the Johnson House Historic Site cand CBS News celebrating Black History Month. 
Supporting Turkey and Syria in a Time of Crisis
The Global Philadelphia Association would like to offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to all who have been affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. GPA is committed to uplifting our city's diverse communities and sharing resources in times of need. If you have additional community organizations, relief efforts that need support, or information to share, please share by sending an email here.
Camp Ginkgo at West Park Cultural Center
20th Annual Nihongo Philacon
Compete, learn, and have fun at the 20th Annual Nihongo Philacon!
JFF+Independent Cinema with the Japan Foundation
December 15, 2022 - June 15, 2023 Free online streaming program
One Young World 2023 Belfast Summit
The annual One Young World Summit brings together 2,000+ of the brightest young leaders from every country and sector, working to accelerate social impact both in-person and digitally. Delegates from 190+ countries are counselled by influential political, business, and humanitarian leaders such as Justin Trudeau, Paul Polman and Meghan Markle, and many others to harness the knowledge and skills needed for being impactful change makers. 
Taller Puertorriqueño Youth Art Show Submissions
ONLY the first 50 participants will receive a FREE laptop and Taller membership. Deadline to enter: November 21, 2022
CBS News: West Chester University Beyond the Bell Exhibition
West Chester University students pay tribute to Philadelphia's global heritage with new museum exhibition. Watch the video below to learn more! 
WCU Museum Studies Students Create & Install Exhibition Paying Tribute to Philadelphia's Diverse Heritage Beyond the Liberty Bell
City Announces New CEO of Philadelphia International Airport
Atif Saeed appointed as the new CEO of the City’s Division of Aviation PHILADELPHIA – Mayor Jim Kenney announced today that Atif Saeed will become the new Chief Executive Officer of the Division of Aviation, which includes Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE), effective December 1, 2022. 
Past Resources
Take a look at some of our past resources and programming related to Philadelphia's status as a growing, global city.