Emerging International Journalists Program
Building on our original content expertise, we began our Emerging International Journalists Program for undergraduate & graduate students and recent graduates from local universities to tell the stories of the global work done by our Members, have meaningful conversations with regional leaders, and write their unique perspective about trips to world heritage sites across the world made possible through our OWHC connections.
The program acts as a dynamic training ground and platform for new voices on international topics connected to the Philadelphia region.
GPA Explores Human-Centered Urban Development in Luxembourg For OWHC Regional Conference
At the end of September, the Global Philadelphia Association represented Philadelphia at the annual OWHC Regional Conference for Northwest Europe and North America in Luxembourg. The Organization of World Heritage Cities (OWHC) is an international organization devoted to enhancing and protecting global heritage. Attendees of this year’s conference discussed initiatives and ideas focused on the theme: “Living Heritage: Designing Human-Centered Cities for the Future.”
EIJP Advisory Board
These civic leaders with expertise in journalism and media meet quarterly to enhance the program and offer expertise in training young journalists.
- Sabrina Vourvoulias, Award-winning bilingual editor, columnist, digital storyteller and author.
- Ashanti Martin, General Manager of WURD Radio.
- Eric Marsh, Manager of Community & Engagement for WHYY.
- Ernest Owens, Political Writer at Large for Philadelphia Magazine and President of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists.