AFS Intercultural Programs,
Inc. (AFS) (INT)
Provides intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge,
skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world
71 West 23rd Street, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10010
+1 (212) 807-8686
Fax: +1 (212) 807-1001
info@afs.org
http://www.afs.org/
The American Institute for
Managing Diversity, Inc. (AIMD)
Provides research, speaking and training in diversity.
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1150
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Tel: (404) 302-9226 Fax: (404) 302-9252
www.aimd.org
American Society for Training
and Development (ASTD)
ASTD is a 70,000 member professional association in the field of workplace
learning and performance. Most chapters have diversity internet groups.
1640 King Street, Box 1443
Alexandra, VA 22313-2043
+1 (703) 683-8100
Fax: +1 (703) 683-1523
+1 (800) 628-2783
webmaster@astd.org
The Association for Cultural
Economics International (USA)
A scientific society that includes academic scholars, government officials,
foundation officials, managers of arts and cultural organizations and artists,
united in their interest in furthering understanding of the economic aspects of the
arts and culture in their own countries and throughout the world. It holds
international research conferences every two years, sponsors small conferences,
workshops, and sessions concerned with cultural economics at meetings of other
scientific societies. It also sponsors a journal and other publications.
http://www.dac.neu.edu/economics/n.alper/acei/
AIESEC (INT)
Association Internationale des Étudiants en Sciences Économiques et
Commerciales (AIESEC) (INT)
Developing individuals, communities and co-operation through global exchange
http://www.aiesec.org/
Alliance (USA)
The Alliance is an association of nonprofit organizations comprising the
international educational and cultural exchange community in the United States.
Our mission is to formulate and promote public policies that support the growth
and well-being of international exchange links between the people of the United
States and other nations.
http://www.alliance-exchange.org/
BaFá BaFá
(USA)
Simulation Training Systems
Simulation to understand how culture affects each person's behavior & what is
required of each person to live or work with people who have different values,
work styles, & world views.
http://www.stsintl.com/
Big World Media offers
the largest selection of top- quality media learning
products for international business. This site contains over 100 products
representing the cultural learning available.
http://www.bigworldmedia.com/
www.businesscases.orgis the most innovative
and user friendly site offering
immediate online purchase and download of up to the minute cases in all business
areas www.businesscases.org.
businessculture.com http://www.businessculture.com/
Here you will find a series
of reports on business customs, etiquette, cross-cultural
communication, proper gifts, negotiating tactics, business culture, manners, business
entertainment and much more.
Center for Creative Leadership
(CCL)
CCL is an international, nonprofit educational institution committed to enhancing
the understanding and effectiveness of leadership in a increasingly complex and
demanding world.
One Leadership Place
P.O. Box 26300
Greensboro, NC 27438-6300
+1 (336) 545-2810
Fax: +1 (336) 282-3284
info@leaders.ccl.org
www.ccl.org
Publications
list
Centre de Médiation
Interculturelle (F)
It is the aim of The Centre for Intercultural Mediation to promote intercultural
processes in the multicultural society of France and in the construction of Europe.
Its objectives include: 1) Promoting cultural diversities both as assets and as
challenges; encouraging intercultural cooperation; and 3) Developing intercultural
competence.
http://www.mediation-interculturelle.com /
The College of Wooster’s
Office of International Student Affairs (OISA)
This office provides a wide range of services and programs. It advises students
on cultural adjustment, immigration regulations, academic and financial concerns
and personal issues. It also coordinates a Host Family Program with participation
by more than 90 local families.
www.wooster.edu/oisa
Community Intelligence Labs
(USA)
Enhance the capability of people, organisations and communities to successfully
meet complex societal challenges/opportunities for creating a future they want
and turning it into the present.
http://www.co-i-l.com/coil/
Cross - Cultural Explorations
and Dialogue (EE)
E-mail-based international project for college/university students, created by the
Active Learning Centre of Tartu University. Online simulations.
http://web.ibs.ee/babel/
Culture Connect
provides intercultural training and consulting services to help people work and live
more successfully across cultures.
www.culture-connect.com
Cultural Savvy (USA)
We believe that cultural fluency is the foundation upon which successful business
is built. No longer is it enough to offer the best products and services, without
being culturally savvy. Building effective, long-term relationships with customers,
clients and co-workers in other cultures has become de rigueur. Cultural fluency
is the ante to get into the game of global business.
http://www.culturalsavvy.com
DFID (UK)
Department for International Development
DFID is a UK Government department, working to promote sustainable
development and eliminate world poverty.
http://www.dfid.gov.uk
DTUI (USA)
Diversity Training University International
The website basically covers three aspects of diversity training: awareness,
knowledge, and skills. It applies to everything from state of the art diversity
training tools, developing workshops with a personal touch, managing group
dynamics, consulting to management, to pricing your services.
www.dtui.com
EFIL
The European federation for Intercultural Learning, is the umbrella organization of
the European AFS Organizations in Europe. AFS (formerly American Field Service)
is a non- profit volunteer based educational organization offering exchanges for
students, young adults and teachers in over 50 countries around the world.
http://efil.afs.org/
Hillary Anger Elfenbein
is a senior researcher at Harvard Business School, and
her interests "involve emotion in the workplace, particularly individual and cross-
cultural differences in the communication and regulation of emotion within
organizations and person-environment fit particularly in terms of emotion".
http://faculty.haas.berkeley.edu/anger/
ELIA - Central and Eastern
Europe: Role of the Arts in Community
Development (EU)
Creating a wider awareness that there is a role to play for higher arts education
in urban, social and community development in Eastern and Central Europe.
Disseminating case studies in this field, in particular from Eastern and Central
European projects or initiatives. Project from Western Europe generating ideas for
Eastern and Central European projects are also welcome. Connecting projects
between Eastern and Central Europe and other parts of the world
www.elia.ahk.nl/projects/Good
practice EC Europe/home.htm
The European Cultural Foundation
An independent non-profit organization that promotes cultural cooperation in
Europe. Our goal is an open and unified Europe, where cultural diversity can
flourish and enrich us all. We seek to foster within Europe a sense of belonging for
all its people. The apparent conflict between diversity and belonging is the motor
that drives our work. Our emphasis on cultural concerns is based on their
importance in maintaining human rights and democracy. We operate throughout
the whole of Europe and its bordering regions.
http://www.eurocult.org/
Expatica HR is a critical
tool for European human resources managers with
expatriate employees. We help our professional readership manage their
expatriates better, through feature articles on expatriate cost management;
family and spouse support; housing; residency and work permits; cross-cultural
training, social security; career management and financial benefits. We also
publish the latest international and local HR news, reviews of HR books, surveys
and software, and invaluable cost- of-living indices. Focus on the Netherlands
(Holland), Germany, France or Belgium
http://www.expatica.com/
FemmeExpat Une équipe
passionnée par l'aventure de l'expatriation et par
Internet. Provides services, information and online interaction:
http://www.femmexpat.com
Global Intercultural Group
(Boston, MA)
Diana Anderson -
Global Skills Update
is a complimentary monthly publication providing skills and
strategies for business people in their work across borders.All of our previous
newsletters are accessible
Globalworkshop.com
GlobalWorkshop.com is a group of partners and associates providing global and
intercultural management consulting, coaching and training. We offer a broad
selection of expatriate family support, global management consulting, and
intercultural training & coaching services.
http://www.globalworkshop.com/
Griggs Productions (USA)
Videos & training programs about working across cultures &abroad
http://www.griggs.com/
The Heim Group
Workplace Communication Consultants specializing in gender issues, Pacific
Palisades, CA
www.heimgroup.com
Huiras & Associates
International Training
Accredited Insights Discovery Leadership &Development Facilitator, Corporate
Management Coaching Leadership & Communications Styles (Carl Jung), On-Line
Sales &Customer Service Training, On-Line Platform Delivery Systems
www.huirasassoc.com
Huw Frances
As an independent consultant in the fields of business, management, (inter-
cultural) communications and marketing, Huw Francis works for organisations
serving international clientele.
www.huwfrancis.com/
ICA (BEL)
The Institute of Cultural Affairs International
The Institute of Cultural Affairs is a world-wide private, non-profit organization.
Our aim is to develop and implement methods of individual, community and
organizational development. Our programmes are highly participatory in nature and
are often conducted in collaboration with other organizations, be they public,
private, voluntary or local community groups.
http://www.icaworld.org/
Intercultural "Global
Vision" Platform
Independent communication in a networked world.
The Global Vision Platform © is an independent platform for progressive aid,
sustainable change and cultural diversity. We show you creative writers and
visual artists from 26 countries all over the world.
http://www.xs4all.nl/~aboiten/index.html
Intercultural Communication
Research on the nature of linguistic and cultural similarities and differences here
can play a positive and constructive role.
http://www.immi.se/intercultural/
Intercultural Family Services,
Inc
Through culturally competent services, we stabilize, strengthen, and unite families
and diverse communities using public and private partnerships.
http://www.ifsinc.org/
Intercultural Press
Your first choice for books, simulations, and other training materials about
crossing cultures. Our materials are designed for trainers, businesspeople,
government representatives, educators, service organizations, inveterate
travelers, expatriates and their families, and students.
http://www.interculturalpress.com/shop/
Intercultural Relations
Our primary mission is to use the power of the Internet to help facilitate
communication among the disciplines of intercultural relations
(culturalanthropology, cross- cultural psychology, intercultural communication,
etc.). We wish to help researchers and teachers keep up with relevant
developments(research results and methods) in other related intercultural relations
disciplines.
http://www.interculturalrelations.com/
Interexchange
InterExchange is a private, non-profit organization which has been involved in
international educational and cultural exchange for more than 30 years.
http://www.interexchange.org
International Academy of
International Research (IAIR)
The aim of I-AIR is to provide a forum where senior intercultural researchers,
academics, and trainers can exchange ideas, theories, research, and successful
training approaches. All disciplines are welcome in the academy.
www.interculturalacademy.org
International Communication
Association (ICA)
One of this organization’s primary goals is to promote the exchange of knowledge
among scholars studying communication across cultures.
Intercultural and Development Communication Division
P.O. Box 9589
Austin, TX 78766
+1 (512) 454-8299
Fax: +1 (512) 451-6270, 454-4221
icahdq@uts.cc.utexas.edu
www.icahdq.org
The International Federation
of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies
(Australia)
Aims to benefit artists, arts organisations and communities worldwide.Our vision is
a dynamic network, sharing knowledge and creating understanding to enrich a
world of artistic and cultural diversity.
http://www.hand2art.org/en/index.html
International Association
for Languages and Intercultural Communication
(IALIC)
A specialist forum for academics, practitioners, researchers and students.
Members share a unique condern for the theoretical and practical interplay of
living languages and intercultural understanding.
http://www.ialic.org
icahdq@uts.cc.utexas.edu
International Federation
of Training & Development Organizations (IFTDO)
IFTDO is a worldwide network committed to identifying, developing, and
transferring knowledge, skills, and technology to enhance personal and
organizational growth, human performance, productivity, and sustainable
development.
IFTDO – Secretary General Dr. David A. Waugh
1800 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-3499
+1 (703) 535-6011
+1 (703) 836-0367
iftdo@shrm.org
www.iftdo.org
THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
OF MINNESOTA is an inter-racial, non-political,
non- sectarian social service agency founded in 1919 to serve both foreign and
native-born. It is affiliated with the Immigration and Refugee Services of America
(IRSA) and the United Way.
http://www.iimn.org/
International Professional
Womens Network
To create a pan-European voice for professional women to promote professional
progress, power and impact. IPWN offers both an online information resource and
an offline networking tool for professional women and the companies interested in
them in cities across Europe.
http://www.pwn.link.be/PWN_international/index.htm
ITAP International
Offer cross-cultural services and products to meet the needs of global businesses
and other organizations, and; To offer the most up-to-date questionnaires,
exercises and products to professionals in the field of cross-cultural training and
consulting.
http://www.itapintl.com/
Looking Inside: Arts &
Culture Network Program
Deadline for applications: end of March 2002 Art managers and cultural
administrators from Central and Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Caucasus and
Mongolia can benefit from an East- East program developed by the Arts & Culture
Network Program. The aim is to offer internships in well-established cultural
institutions in the region, thereby increasing mobility of cultural and arts
practitioners, and to contribute to an exchange of knowledge. The idea is that
both parties should benefit from the program, the duration of which is 2-3 weeks.
Applicants can suggest an organisation from the countries within the SOROS
foundations' network. Applications should be submitted to one of the Arts and
Culture Network Program co-ordinators. Further information, including a list of co-
ordinators, can be found on:
www.batory.org.pl
Mediation Training Institute
International (CAN)
Resources for managing conflict in the workplace. International sites.
http://www.mediationworks.com/
Meridian International Center
Meridian Center is a private, nonprofit, educational institution committed to cross-
cultural research, training, consulting, publications, business, development, and
student exchange.
1630 Crescent Place, N.W.
Washington D.C. 20009
+1 (202) 667-6800
+1 (202) 667-1475
info@Meridian.org
www.meridian.org
Meridian Resources (San
Francisco, CA)
We assist clients in building seven disciplines essential for success in the global
economy. We address these disciplines at the individual, group, and organizational
levels
http://www.meridianglobal.com/
Ted Dale, tdale@meridianglobal.com
NAGDT
National Association of Gender Diversity Training
Association of professionals addressing the challenges of male/female workplace
collaboration
http://www.gendertraining.com/
NIC (N)
The Nordic Network for Intercultural Communication
Promotes of intercultural research and education in the Nordic and Baltic countries
http://www.hum.auc.dk/
NGONET.org
Resource for nongovernmental organizations in Central and Eastern Europe, and
the former Soviet Union.
http://www.ngonet.org/
The North American Connection
is a non-profit organisation committed to the support of North Americans living in
England.
This site lists a number of sites ofuse to Americans living abroad and though many
of the sites focus on England and Canada, the information is of use to anybody
living away from “home.”
www.naconnect.com/main7.html
OneWorld.net (INT)
OneWorld is dedicated to harnessing the democratic potential of the internet to
promote human rights and sustainable development.
http://www.oneworld.net/
PROV. Communications
(JPN)
Corporate Communications, Concept and Copy Preparation, Internet Media and
Web Site Development Research, Consultation, and Liaison Services. Strong links
for doing Japanese business.
Society for Human Resource
Management (SHRM)
SHRM is an organization for human resource professionals. The Society regularly
studies cross- cultural issues.
1800 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
+1 (703) 548-3440
Fax: +1 (703) 535-6490
shrm@shrm.org
www.shrm.org
The Stump is a comprehensive
diversity consulting and recruiting firm assisting
organizations to navigate the complex challenges of implementing a strategic
diversity initiative. Our associates are experienced executives that have been in
the "trenches" as well as seasoned professionals in areas such as organizational
development, multicultural marketing, supplier diversity, executive coaching,
diversity recruiting, community action, retention strategies and more.
http://www.thestump.com/index.htm
TCK World
claims to be the largest site on the Internet devoted to Third Culture Kids
subject. It offers about 300 pages that include humor, prose, articles on TCK
issues, interviews with authors and others working with kids overseas. It also has
selected readings, as well as a feedback page and an events page.
www.tckworld.com
Teaching.com
Over 180,000 K-12 educators and students from 88 different countries
communicating, learning and having fun. Free, safe public online services.
http://www.teaching.com/
Teach Overseas
This is a site written by a teacher for the benefit of teachers and includes free
information on how to apply for overseas teaching jobs, what to look for in a
chosen country of destination, what to look for in a school contract, family
considerations, links to other educational sites and links to information on
countries where international schools are situated. There is also a section where
educators and students over the age of 18 who wish to offer a home swap, rent
or stay, may contact each other.
www.k12teachoverseas.com
TIRA (USA)
The International Relocation Associates
The TIRA partners share a common goal of providing first quality, professional
services to meet your relocation requirements. TIRA is unique as a provider
network in that it is the only network created and maintained by its members. Our
partner members are established companies with quality reputations in their local
markets. Member companies must meet specific requirements and maintain
standards of service as established by the network. Member companies are
continually monitored and evaluated to ensure that they maintain the highest
levels of service.
http://www.tiranetwork.com
Together Foundation
(USA/VENEZUELA)
Is dedicated to fostering communication between individuals, groups, cor-
porations and governments working in service to the Earth and humanity.
http://www.together.org/
Universal Highways Inc.
Committed to meeting an organization's long-term challenges posed by the
increasing diversity of its workforce and its clientele.
http://www.universalhighways.com
Web Of Culture (USA)
Our mission is to educate corporate personnel of North American businesses about
the value of globally-focused website design and execution, and to promote the
growth of this practice throughout the U.S.
http://www.webofculture.com
YEO Management is a
consulting organization with three main
focuses;International Sales Management, Intercultural Management and
International Marketing.The company itself was established in 2000but was built
on the business already developed by XENA Intercultural since 1994. XENA is now
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