The United Nations’ International Day for Tolerance is annually observed on November 16 to educate people about the need for tolerance in society and to help them understand the negative effects of intolerance. In 1996 the UN General Assembly invited UN Member States to observe the International Day for Tolerance, with activities directed toward both education establishments and the wider international development community.

1:00 - 1:30 p.m. “Achieving Gender Equity in Education in South Sudan: Post-conflict Challenges and Opportunities”

The Consulate General of Japan in New York and the Pittsburgh JET Alumni Association welcome anyone interested in applying to teach English at K-12 schools in Japan or work as a coordinator for international relations in local and state government offices in Japan to join us for this information session about the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. For 24 years, the JET Program has welcomed over 54,000 participants from 56 countries to create grassroots connections for international exchange.

Part of the Global Issues Lecture Series.
Featuring speakers:
Naftali Kaminski, J-Street Pittsburgh
Kate Daher, Pittsburgh Palestinian Solidarity Committee

Pavia Fleischer’s documentary chronicles a road trip by the filmmaker and Eugene Hutz, frontman and lead singer of New York's gypsy punk bandGogol Bordello, through Eugene’s home country, Ukraine. Hutz's purpose is to rediscover his Romani gypsy roots and learn the secrets of gypsy music. Fleischer’s aim is to rediscover a forgotten romance. The result is a story of two people traveling together on two very different yet convergent courses.

Studying abroad is not just about travel, it can be a life changing experience. Have you studied abroad and captured photos that
describe that experience? The International Photo Contest is a great way to showcase your photos and encourage your peers to study abroad.