International Journalism

Consult the pages below for news about international affairs in the region and the activities of the organizations, businesses, people, and communities that contribute to the global character of Philadelphia.

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Expanding Philadelphia’s Global Footprint to India: Lessons from Eisenhower Fellow Drew Bergman

Philadelphia is a city of great historic significance whose legacy continues through individuals like Drew Bergman, dedicated to expanding Philadelphia’s global footprint. As an Eisenhower Fellow, Bergman embarked on a life-changing journey to India, where he explored innovative community-driven mental health solutions and global engagement strategies.

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IDMS 2025: Honoring Landmarks and Stories That Define a City

Each year, Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) joins cities around the world in celebrating the International Day of Monuments and Sites (IDMS), a...

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Bridging Global Negotiations and Local Change: My COP29 Experience

In 2024, the 29th annual United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of the Parties (COP29) was held in Baku, Azerbaijan...

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Global Travels and Equitable Development with Sylvie Gallier Howard

As we continue to delve into the experiences and insights of Philadelphian leaders, it becomes clearer with every story that travel has indispensable...

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Leading with Global Perspective: Cynthia Figueroa’s Travels and Work in Philadelphia’s Communities

Here at Global Philadelphia, we focus on how Philadelphians can play a role in our broader international community, and how this community influences...

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Expanding Philadelphia’s Global Footprint to India: Lessons from Eisenhower Fellow Drew Bergman

Philadelphia is a city of great historic significance whose legacy continues through individuals like Drew Bergman, dedicated to expanding...

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GPA Leads a National Historic Landmark Group Tour to Historic Johnson House

As part of Global Philadelphia’s new National Historic Landmarks Site Visit series— designed to connect historic and preservation leaders while...

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Mother Bethel AME Church: A Historic Landmark Embracing a New Chapter

For over two centuries, Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church has stood as a testament to faith, resilience, and activism in the...

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A Global Conversation with Jillian Pirtle: Exploring the Life of the "Great Lady" From Philadelphia, Marian Anderson

Jillian Patricia Pirtle is a celebrated stage and opera artist with a deep passion for the arts. As a trained vocalist, actress, and historian, she...

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Philadelphia Revealed: Unpacking the Attic – A Journey Through History at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts with the GPA Team

On February 15th, 2025, members of the Global Philadelphia team and Young Professional Network embarked on a tour of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine...

February 26, 2025

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Preserving a Legacy: Restoring John Coltrane’s Historic Strawberry Mansion

John Coltrane, the legendary jazz saxophonist and civil rights champion, influenced both the global music scene and the culture of Philadelphia. Born...

February 21, 2025