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Causes: International, International Academic Exchange, International Cultural Exchange, International Exchange, International Migration & Refugee Issues
Mission: The Northern Nevada International Center's (NNIC) leads Nevada's global engagement. NNIC’s main objective is to foster better understanding between people through our educational and cultural exchange programs, refugee resettlement efforts and language access resources. We serve as a resource for local residents, international businesses, and visitors interested in international activities and events in our region. NNIC invests in the future of local and world leaders by creating unique platforms and innovative opportunities for Nevadans to get involved in global issues. Whether it is through a dinner conversation with a delegation of African entrepreneurs or by participating in a youth leadership project with participants from around the world, NNIC offers once in a lifetime opportunities to learn how similar we are and how our differences can actually strengthen and unite us. Our refugee resettlement programs offer volunteer projects ranging from participating in World Refugee Day, meeting with clients weekly to open mail, or teaching English as a Second Language. Combined, these programs are designed to foster global relations through dialogue, laughter and connection, one handshake at a time.
Geographic areas served: Reno, Sparks, and the Greater Northern Nevada Area