Young Professional Network
GPA establishes connections with Philadelphia’s leaders and organizations to promote the City’s World Heritage status and bring awareness to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). As a networking organization, GPA is constantly building relationships with younger leaders in Philadelphia who work towards improving the City and promoting GPA’s mission.
Within this global network, we strive to offer a range of events, programs, and financial perks to enhance members' professional and personal growth.
This group of young individuals are known as GPA’s Young Professional Network.
Exclusive benefits:
- Explore and enrich your awareness of cultural locations throughout the city through behind the scene experiences with our vast network of partners
- Discounted tickets to the World Heritage City Celebration & Globys Awards, as well as other GPA events
- Direct access to a distinguished network of experienced leaders and professionals in both Philadelphia and abroad
To sign up for the newsletter, please choose the "Community-based Programs and Events" area of interest.
The Young Professionals Network is committed to creating a vibrant and supportive community for its members. As a global city, Philadelphia is steadfast in its commitment to support and offer a wide range of opportunities to recent college graduates and young job seekers.
GPA serves as a hub for these resources, consistently posting content related to university job fair and networking events, uplifting local business leaders that serve as a positive example, and connecting Philadelphians to our network of World Heritage Cities and contacts abroad.
The network outlines a diverse array of events, programs, and financial perks designed to cater to the professional and personal interests of our members. We look forward to the continued growth and success of YP, making a positive impact on the lives of young professionals in our community.
Programs
Young Professional Travel Series
Key Dates
International Day of Monuments and Sites - April 18 & 19th
International Day of Monuments and Sites is celebrated annually all over the world on April 18th as a way to honor heritage, diversity, community, and the environment.
A community has taken root within the network of the 67 NHLs, with Global Philadelphia there to organize events, tours, SDG partnerships, and educational opportunities in our Learn Philly Heritage program. IDMS is a day for all of these NHLs to come together and acculturate the Philadelphia community.
World Heritage Week - May 19th-25th
World Heritage Week is a celebration of the World Heritage City Designation of Philadelphia. The last Thursday of May is set as World Heritage Day by City Council.
Juneteenth - June 19th
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States on June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger announced the end of slavery in Texas. GPA partners with community organizations to organize volunteer activities, attend cultural events and festivals, and celebrate Black/African American heritage.
Independence Day - July 4th
Global Philadelphia participates in a variety of community events and festivals that take place during Independence Day celebrations across the city.
World Heritage City Celebration - Sept. 8th
GPA’s annual World Heritage City Celebration is a night to celebrate Philadelphia's WHC designation, revel in the year’s accomplishments, and honor an outstanding individual who has enriched the city and region.
Globy Awards - Dec. 9th
The annual Globy Awards is an annual event that recognizes Philadelphians who make significant contributions to education, journalism, heritage, culture, commerce, and other areas.
Social networking events will be held in April, June,
and November. Join the YP newsletter for updates!
As an innovative, global, growing city, Philadelphia has a place for everyone.
