Be the world
Get Involved: Become a Citizen Diplomat
At IVC Columbus, we believe that global connections start with local action.
Our volunteers—Citizen Diplomats—open their boardrooms, classrooms, homes, and hearts to welcome international visitors and promote meaningful exchange. By sharing your time, expertise, or hospitality, you can help foster understanding, trade, and peace across international borders.
Ways to Get Involved
Home Hosting
Welcome the world into your home! Whether for a meal, an evening, or a longer stay, hosting international visitors is a rewarding way to build cross-cultural connections.
Classroom Connections
Bring the world to your students! Through our Visitor-to-School Program, international guests share their experiences and perspectives with young minds, creating opportunities for cultural learning and global understanding.
Professional Hosting
Share your expertise by hosting professional meetings, tours, or workshops. Whether you’re a business leader, educator, or civic professional, your knowledge can help visitors gain valuable insights into American life.
Speaker Bureau
Looking to learn more about global exchange and citizen diplomacy? IVC’s Speaker Bureau offers presentations for schools, organizations, and community groups about the importance of international exchange and IVC’s mission
Why Get Involved?
As a Citizen Diplomat, you’ll learn about other cultures, share Central Ohio’s unique hospitality, and break down the barriers that divide us. Together, we’re building a more connected and peaceful world—one person at a time.