Dear Friends of International House,

Greetings! It is with a mixture of anticipation and regret that I announce my decision to leave International House and move to California with my family.

During my tenure as Executive Director, International House underwent significant changes. We redefined our mission and programs in an effort to help people understand exactly what we do. We changed the way we budget and report our financials in an effort to help the Board and our stakeholders understand where their money goes. And we changed our organizational structure to promote teamwork both inside and outside the agency in an effort to better serve you, our community.

I want to take this opportunity to thank the Board, the staff, and all our you for your support and assistance over the past five years as I have had the distinct privilege of serving this community and expressing my values through my work. I have learned a great deal (including Spanish!), and I have forged true friendships. I have given it my best, and I hope that you have noticed the work we've been doing. International House and I could not have done any of this without your continued support and participation.
Even though I am leaving the organization, I will stay actively engaged in helping the Board with the leadership transition, and act in an advisory role to the Board and the incoming Executive Director. Of course, I will also continue to help plan and ultimately attend the 2007 Canadian gala (celebrating my homeland!)

And finally, I will continue to support wherever I am the mission of promoting international understanding through diversity, cultural exchange, and advocacy for the less advantaged.

Sincerely,
David Stewart
Executive Director

Thanks to our wonderful volunteer tutors and dedicated students, the English Tutoring Program (ETP) will continue through the summer. ETP will be accepting new students beginning late August while the training sessions for tutors will take place in early September (after Labor Day).

 

On June 18th the International Book Club will discuss "The Reader" by Bernhard Schlink (Germany).

The story takes place in Germany during the years after World War II and revolves around the love affair between 15-year old Michael and 36-year-old Hanna, a woman who cannot read. Hanna suddenly disappears, but years later she and Michael meet again when Hanna is prosecuted for war crimes and Michael is a law student observing her case.

*** International Book Club is an open invitation for anyone who is interested in dialogue on good books by international authors and themes. The club meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at International House.***

***The International Book Club will adjourn for the summer. The Book Club meetings will start again in September.***

Portuguese and Russian!
The demand to practice these languages is growing, and International House is listening to your needs!
 

For the second time, the Latin Jazz artists, Tommy Lopez and Max Washington will entertain the audience in: "A Night of Latin Jazz" with their tantalizing jazz rhythms.

This performance concludes the highly successful Intercultural Connections series, series funded in part, by the Arts&Science Council. This performance is organized in partnership with the Latin American Council, an organization that develops and strengthens relationships in the Latino community through Information collaboration and partnerships.

The Night of Latin Jazz promises to take the public on a journey into the world of Latin Jazz by sharing the history of Jazz and the contribution of Latinos to the development of the genre by performing illustrative Latino rhythms.

In a groundbreaking partnership designed to benefit the local community, International House and Charlotte Sister Cities joined forces for a United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/World Learning Community Connections Program.

The program "Small and Medium Business Development" from Ukraine will take place from June 20 to July 25. The delegation of business leaders from the Kyiv Oblast region will study the role of small and medium enterprises in American communities. The participants will learn about the functional day-to-day aspects of running a business in the U.S. as well as observe and experience business practices through group activities and individual internships.

International House announces two exciting opportunities within the Citizen Diplomacy Program (CDP). CDP manages international exchange programs sponsored by the State Department and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The programs facilitate professional exchange opportunities and the training of future foreign leaders through local businesses and community organizations within the Charlotte- Mecklenburg region.

***Project Manager (Temporary Contracts)***

The project manager (independent contractor) will research community resources and actively market program to prospective hosts as well as design and schedule professional appointments and arrange business, home hosting and cultural activities for visitors. The successful candidate will accompany visitors to their professional and cultural events and serve as a liaison with the local community as well as monitor group activities and submit reports to Senior Program Manager. Requirements:
 

***Program Assistant***

The program assistant will be responsible for a variety of administrative and programming tasks, including creating and maintaining databases, filing management; assistance in program research, design and implementation. The program assistant will serve as a liaison in the local community and other stakeholders. Requirements:
 

• Professional, confident and personable
• Proactive, team orientated
• Good communication skills
• Diversity-minded and flexible
• Strong Organization skills
• BA/BS required

Interested in becoming Volunteer Home Host?

Here is your chance to participate in promoting international understanding and making a difference in the world by sharing your home with our international visitors, soon to become friends!

We are looking forward to hosting a delegation of small and medium business managers from Ukraine. The goal of this program is to support economic development in Ukraine by giving participants the opportunity to study the role of small enterprises in American communities.

This experience will give you the opportunity to:

We are seeking Home Hosts during the following time frames:

Option 1:Thursday June 2-Monday, July 9 OR

Option 2:Monday July 9-Wednesday, July 25

Charlotte World Soccer Tournament
June 9, 2007

The 5th Annual Local World Cup Soccer Tournament for adults (age 30+) is here! This year there will be 16 national teams competing for the title...

The event will also feature vendors, music, food, a playground for kids and quality soccer by international players. The venue for Charlotte World Soccer Tournament is Ramblewood Park, 10200 Nations Ford Road in Charlotte.

The event takes place on Saturday June 9, 2007. Kick- off time is 9:00 am and the final match is at 6:15 pm.

Dragon Boat Festival & Asian Festival
June 9, 2007

Saturday, June 9, 2007 from 10 am to 5 pm the Dragon Boat Festival & Asian Festival will take place at the Ramsey Creek Park in Cornelius ( I-77 North Exit 25 or 28).

Enjoy a day of total immersion in all things Asian... The exciting sport of Dragon Boat Racing featuring 30 local & visiting teams as well as entertaining cultural shows and the exotic Miss Asian Festival Pageant!

For more information call 704-540-6808 and 704-588-4288.

International House appreciates ALL contributions to our organization. Your in-kind donations to International House are tax-deductible.

We are currently looking for:

• Small copier
• Projector and retractable screen
• Upholstery for the parlor sofa and armchairs