Exploris -is
an interactive museum about the world. Discover
connections with our global neighbors through
exhibits on culture, the environment, global
trade and communications. Through its exhibit
halls, the IMAX(r) Theatre, and Exploris Middle
School, Exploris endeavors to bring the world
to downtown Raleigh.
International
Festival - The annual International
Festival held in Raleigh at the NC State
Fairgrounds, promotes an awareness and
appreciation of the diverse cultures in
this area.
International
Visitors Council - The International
Visitors Council/World Affairs Counciil
brings people from all over the world face-to-face
with citizens in our own community. Whether
they are discussing economic development,
local governance, biotechnology, or the
Friday night hockey game, they are connecting
on a human level. As heads of state come
and go and political rhythms change, these
relationships at the grassroots level can
make all the difference to define the United
States' – and North Carolina's – place
in the world.
NCCIU -
The North Carolina Center for International
Understanding (NCCIU) is committed to helping
North Carolinians live and work effectively
with people of all cultures. Its unique blend
of global education includes short-term immersion
programs abroad, coupled with study and training
in North Carolina. The Center works primarily
with policy leaders and educators, providing
them with the experiences and tools necessary
to guide their communities and the State through
changes associated with an increasingly interdependent
world.
NC
Department of Commerce - The Department
of Commerce is the State of North Carolina's
lead agency for economic, community and
workforce development. Part of its mission
is to increase economic opportunities for
North Carolina in a global economy by ensuring
that North Carolina is recognized throughout
the world as a highly attractive location
for growing businesses, for the high quality
of its products, and for its appeal as
a location for tourism, film and sports
development.
NCWTA -
The North Carolina World Trade Association
(NCWTA) serves professionals involved in the
trade of goods and services internationally.
The organization also promotes the growth of
international commerce between North Carolina
and the world. Recognized as the "voice
of international trade in North Carolina," NCWTA
acts as a nerve-center for individuals, companies,
and organizations that seek trade expansion
for the state. NCWTA is composed of a state
board, six regional chapters, and a collegiate
council. Members include: manufacturers, exporters,
importers, and service providers as well as
academic and governmental leaders.
WTCNC -
World Trace Center North Carolina advises and
supports member companies throughout North
Carolina in identifying, developing, and expanding
international business opportunities. They
help build connections and trade relationships
with foreign partners and economic regions
to drive global opportunities that create trade-related
revenue and jobs for North Carolina. They promote
North Carolina as an ideal point of access
to the U.S. marketplace, and an unmatched place
for conducting business.
