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Article
Sister Cities International: A Global Citizen Diplomacy Network
Global Education Journal
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-1-2016
Disciplines
Abstract
Sister Cities International (SCI) is a nonprofit citizen diplomacy network that creates and strengthens partnerships between U.S. communities and international communities. Sister Cities International was founded by President Eisenhower during a White House Summit on Citizen Diplomacy on September 11-12, 1956. Sister Cities International strives to build global cooperation at the municipal level, promote cultural understanding and stimulate economic and educational development.
Citation Information
Ronald G. Helms. "Sister Cities International: A Global Citizen Diplomacy Network" Global Education Journal Vol. 1 (2016) p. 43 - 57 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/ronald-helms/36/