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The Philadelphia region is home to hundreds of non-profit organizations, civic and professional associations, and public agencies dedicated to connecting the region to the rest of the world and enhancing its international reputation.  

Whether it's an international development agency working on behalf of women's rights in Afghanistan or teaching sustainable agricultural techniques in Africa, an association of citizens organized in support of the goals of the United Nations, a chapter of the International Visitors Council dedicated to citizen diplomacy, or a chamber of commerce focused on promoting business ties with South America, you can find it here.  

 

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 (GPA member organizations appear at the beginning of the list, followed by non-member organizations in alphabetical order.)

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Campus Philly
Campus Philly is a nonprofit organization that fuels economic growth by encouraging college students to study, explore, live and work in the Greater Philadelphia tri-state region. 
Center for Architecture of AIA Philadelphia
The Center for Architecture performs the charitable and educational work of American Institute of Architects (AIA) Philadelphia and serves as the physical home for the Chapter in Center City Philadelphia.
Center for East Asian Studies of the University of Pennsylvania (CEAS)
The Center for East Asian Studies at the University of Pennsylvania is an interdisciplinary unit composed of faculty members whose teaching and research focus primarily on China, Japan, Korea, and bordering areas. The University of Pennsylvania was one of the first universities in the United States to offer the study of East Asia.  
Center for the Study of Force and Diplomacy (CENFAD)
The Center for the Study of Force and Diplomacy (CENFAD) fosters interdisciplinary faculty and student research on the historic and contemporary use of force and diplomacy in a global context. CENFAD is housed within Temple University’s Department of History.
Chestnut Hill College
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
CHOP maintains an unparalleled standard of patient care, scientific advances and training for leaders in pediatric medicine worldwide. From our exceptional staff to our premier facilities, we are committed to providing superb care for every child and family who seek our services. Families whose children have complex and challenging illnesses look worldwide for the highest caliber medical care — a journey that brings many to CHOP.
China Partnership of Greater Philadelphia
The China Partnership of Greater Philadelphia (CPGP) is a non-profit organization that promotes collaboration on public/private cleantech initiatives between Philadelphia and the People’s Republic of China. Its objective is to accelerate job creation, attract investment, and support cleantech business incubation in Greater Philadelphia through strategic linkages to leading Chinese corporate, governmental, and academic organizations. 
Chinatown Learning Center
Chinatown Learning Center is committed to supporting the Asian-American community of Philadelphia by providing quality bilingual education and care to pre-school children providing quality quality after-school and extra-curricular enrichment programs to school-age children offering resources and support to help parents with limited English proficiency gain access to services that benefit their families.
Church of Saint Asaph
CITIZEN DIPLOMACY INTERNATIONAL of Philadelphia
Citizen Diplomacy International connects the international community and the people of Philadelphia, one person and one new friendship at a time.  We showcase the best of our region through international business, educational and cultural exchanges.  Through personal interactions, we promote mutual respect and understanding. As citizen diplomats, we believe that personal interactions, from business meetings to shared meals, have an impact on how the United States is viewed around the world. We strive to create a friendly and welcoming environment that encourages open discussion and fosters the mutual understanding that we hope will lead to a more peaceful and prosperous world.
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States. Philadelphia is known for it's enthusiasm in sports, a great arts scene, so many different types of cuisine to choose from, unique architecture, and so much more. 
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Community College of Philadelphia - Business and Technology Division
Community College of Philadelphia is the largest public institution of higher education in the City. Since 1965, over 500,000 students have passed through their doors seeking associate's degrees, certificates, improved workplace skills and lifelong learning. Many of their degree students transfer to four-year institutions while others seek employment in the Philadelphia region.
Confucius Institute at Temple University
Connelly Foundation
Connelly Foundation seeks to foster learning and to improve the quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia area. The Foundation supports local non-profit organizations in the fields of education, health and human services, arts and culture and civic enterprise.
Consular Corps Association of Philadelphia
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Council of European Studies
The mission of the Council for European Studies (CES) is to produce, support, and recognize outstanding, multi-disciplinary research on Europe through a wide range of programs and initiatives.
Create X Change
Don't settle for another boring seminar. Your workplace is made up of many personalities and learning styles. Using the wisdom of global thought leaders, CreateXChange is designed to include everyone’s viewpoint with hands on workshops. The whole team gets involved to create lasting change. Shift your business into high gear. Enjoy experiential learning that emphasizes context over content.    
Curtis Institute of Music
The Curtis Institute of Music educates and trains exceptionally gifted young musicians for careers as performing artists on the highest professional level.
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission
Serving the Greater Philadelphia region for more than 50 years, DVRPC works to foster regional cooperation in a nine-county, two state area. City, county and state representatives work together to address key issues, including transportation, land use, environmental protection and economic development. DVRPC provides planning analysis, data collection, and mapping services. DVRPC collects a variety of population and employment data for the 9-county Greater Philadelphia region, including publishing several reports about immigrants and immigration. DVRPC has also organized several events as part of GlobalPhilly. For more information about DVRPC's immigration publications and events, visit http://www.dvrpc.org/immigration/.