Who We Are & What We Do
GGIC is dedicated to building community through collaboration and connection. We are committed to celebrating, elevating and empowering our international community through community-driven ideas.

Mission
The Greater Gainesville International Center will celebrate and elevate our diverse international community by serving as a hub between cultural, economic, educational and governmental partners to unlock the full potential of our unique global city.
Vision


The Greater Gainesville International Center will lead the effort to become a model global city by practicing innovative approaches to how we include our international neighbors and organizations in building community. We will facilitate meaningful connections between people and organizations, including educational outreach and exchange, economic development, and cultural exchange. We will provide direct services to our international community to ensure that we are a welcoming and affirming place to live, work and play.

Our Values




Inclusive
Sustainable
Collaborative
Innovative
Our Team

Lauren Poe

Terrence Ho
Refugee Resettlement
Treasurer

Danielle Lacouture
Refugee Resettlement

Steve Kalishman
Board Member
President emeritus
Sister cities

Aqueela Khuddus
Board Member
Events

Laila Fakhoury
Board Member
Events

Sonia Klein
Board Member
Sister Cities

Eli Newman
Board Vice-chair
Events and Outreach

Mona Ashour
Board Member
Secretary

Grasshopper Illangkoon
Board Member
Budget & Finance

Toe Aung
IREX Fellow
Cultural Orientation