UPCOMING PROJECTS 2012
April
UNCONVENTIONAL GAS TECHNICAL ENGAGEMENT
April 19-20, 2012
A Project for Colombia
April 19 and 20: A ten person delegation from Colombia (geologists, chemists, engineers, a technical manager and attorney) will travel to the U.S. to study shale oil drilling.The goals of the project as outlined by the U.S. Department of State are:
- To learn about the United States’ experience in financing and regulating shale gas exploration and production;
- To visit local regulatory authorities and become familiar with successful examples of shale gas wells in the United States;
- To examine best practices in shale gas production and the exploration of new sources of energy;
- To identify environmental, social, and financial conflicts and resolutions with regard to shale gas exploration; and
- To explore academic and private sector collaborative initiatives in the research and development of clean energy technologies.
May
ADVANCES IN CONTEMPORARY NURSING
A Project for North Africa and the Near East
Cleveland, OH May 3- 6, 2012
A seven person delegation representing Algeria, Gaza, Israel, Libya, Oman, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen will visit Cleveland to
- Investigate professional development and educational programs designed to enhance the medical and leadership skills of practicing nurses and prepare aspiring students for careers in nursing;
- Examine efforts to protect the economic and general welfare of nurses in the workplace and promote high standards of nursing practice;
- Examine the role of nurses in the delivery of emergency and critical care for patients of all ages; and
- Review strategies to develop and retain qualified nursing professionals.
June
Ukraine Delegation
Energy Efficient Municipalities
June 27 through July 16, 2012
Cleveland was chosen to be a host city for 10 adult visitors from Ukraine on a three week educational and cultural exchange program sponsored by USAID (United States Agency for International Development). The delegation will come to Cleveland to study Energy Efficient Municipalities.
Each participant was specifically selected by the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine as a result of their leadership in municipal energy related agendas. The visitors will be involved in all-day programming each weekday (Mon-Fri.) They will meet and interact with their U.S. counterparts, get in-depth and up-close looks at a variety of municipal and regional efforts in energy efficiency.
An important component of the exchange program is the opportunity for the foreign visitor to live in an American household. Home hosts are a vital part of the cultural exchange. Hosts play an important role in immersing the visitors in U.S. culture. At the same time, hosts gain unique insights and knowledge about the visitor’s country, its history and culture.
We are looking for Home Hosts – to host one or more members of the delegation in your home. What you can expect:
Your visitor will:
• Arrive on Wednesday, June 27 and will depart on Monday, July 16, for a total 19 nights
• Have transportation arranged by CCWA to and from your home each weekday
• Be engaged all day each work-day, some evenings and one weekend day in educational and cultural programs
Host expectations:
• Provide breakfast and dinner each day and all meals on the weekends.
• Provide a bed (preferably a separate sleeping area)
• Treat the visitor as a member of the family
It is easier than you may think!
There are many reasons to open your home for a foreign delegate. Among the best reason is the opportunity to interact with a person from another part of the world. Interactions with foreign delegates help to make the world feel a smaller place. Interactions build understanding and strengthen diplomacy between countries.
Have questions? Interested? Contact Maura O’Donnell-McCarthy: 216-255-9004 or email modonnellmccarthy@ccwa.org