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