PUBLIC AND CULTURAL DIPLOMACY

Meridian has been advancing the United State’s public and cultural diplomacy efforts since 1960. Tens of thousands of international leaders have participated in our exchange programs designed to increase their understanding of the United States and the American people.

Leadership Exchanges Meridian is the leading manager of the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange operation—the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP)—and creates custom programs for other U.S. government agencies, as well as public and private sector organizations. First Lady of California Maria Shriver met with the over 100 leaders from 95 countries who participated in Volunteerism: United We Serve in 2010, a partnership between the U.S. State Department, Visa, Inc. and Meridian.

Cultural Exhibitions Meridian’s Art for Cultural Diplomacy program creates opportunities for Washington, DC, national and international audiences to learn about other cultures through the eyes of visual and performing artists. Our exhibitions have traveled to 50 countries and 320 cities in 44 U.S. states. TRH Crown Prince Frederick and Crown Princess Mary of Denmark at the opening of The Wild Swans exhibition at Meridian in 2010.

CONFERENCES, SEMINARS AND GLOBAL READINESS TRAINING

Meridian’s unique convening platform provides tools and a methodology to leverage global peer networks, cross-sector exchanges, and knowledge sharing. These outcome-focused programs accelerate dialogue and help established and emerging leaders hone their talents, share their experience and realize sustained positive impact. “The Foundations of Power in the 21st Century. Technology, Finance, Innovation and U.S. Global Policy” Conference

PUBLIC PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Meridian stands at a neutral intersection of the public, private and diplomatic sectors, giving our public programs and events a depth and scope that is unique. From keynote speeches by some of the world’s top leaders to roundtable discussions on global challenges, we provide year-long opportunities for innovative exchanges of ideas on international issues. Sen. Kerry speaks on American Foreign Policy