Amnesty International USA Washington, DC Chapter supports Amnesty International USA's vision of a world in which every person enjoys the rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights instruments. We organize events? such as concerts, protests and vigils? that raise awareness of human rights violations and inform the public about what can be done to oppose these violations. We also advocate on behalf of prisoners of conscience and other victims …

This is for all those who were in international clubs in college and have been wandering without a home ever since!!  We also welcome ex-pats, overseas professionals, and overseas students & grad students.  Whether you're originally from another country or American-born with a global vision we welcome you to meet for fun events in Philadelphia. My name is David, I love to travel, but I also enjoy meeting "global friends" at our local events in Philly.  Join us to make friends, enjoy fun events, …

Join our mailing list! Sign up to receive our occasional eNewsletter, fun puzzles, & free gifts! http://circlesedge.us1.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6ffa1f1dbb7e56cd571b3209e&id=2c5c9e946d In response to the complete LACK of any group, gathering, or social network activity that was welcoming to all; The Circles Edge decided to officially start one up. This particular meet up is for grad students, locals, & internationals who are here alone &/or new to this mid-Atlantic area. This meet up is ge …

This group is focused on bringing internationals and locals from the DC area together to build friendships through lively conversation. Internationals are invited to make friends and practice their English, and locals can come to meet people from around the world and learn about other cultures. Altogether, we're a fun group that love being part of the international community!

Meet others in your local area interested in Freedom Force International, a network of men and women from all parts of the world who are concerned over loss of personal liberty and expansion of government power. They are not mere complainers. They have a plan to do something about it. They also share a common belief in The Creed of Freedom, which is a statement of principles that guide them in their mission to build a better world. Join in!

This international group is open to ALL nationalities. You CAN be a native English speaker and still join!! It is a wonderful group of internationals living in and around Washington DC (DC/MD/VA) who speak different languages but whose common language is English. There is a small, annual fee of $5.00 for membership. The meetup is for internationals and native English speakers. We want to meet like-minded DC professionals in social, cultural, charitable events and practice English! FEEL FREE TO B …

This group is for those interested in international relations, human rights and conflict resolution. The plan is to conduct meetings and discussions about current topics and to introduce new people to the work of Conflict Solutions International (CSI). Who says Washington is not a place for adventure? Come for a social discussion and maybe leave with a secret mission! CSI is a small, all-volunteer NGO. Central to its mission is not only a role of fact-finder but also of spokesperson for those pe …

The International Club of Baltimore aims to bring people with various international experiences and interests together for happy hours and other activities to share their experiences and enjoy the cultural offerings of Baltimore. Typical members could include- global travelers, international educators, and anyone interested in learning more about the world and other cultures though friendships. All members must have a complete profile: including a recognizable photo, brief introduction, and answ …

Welcome to the Philadelphia International Adventure Travel Club! Simply put, this group is for people who want to make friends and travel the world. The group tries to Meetup locally in the Philadelphia area to bring adventurous people together to talk about where we’ve been and where we dream of going… with the ultimate goal of traveling to amazing and adventurous places around the world with a group of other liked-minded people (see our events). As much as we are looking to find other ad …

WE ARE A GROUP OF PROFESSIONALS CURRENTLY WORKING ON INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN AID, TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES. OUR MEMBERS ARE INDEPENDENT CONSULTANTS + SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS WHO WISH TO COLLABORATE, NETWORK + SHARE IDEAS WITH EACH OTHER. WE WELCOME ANYONE WHO HAS EXPERIENCE WORKING ON INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ISSUES. IF YOU WISH TO JOIN THE GROUP, PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION BELOW BEFORE REQUESTING MEMBERSHIP. THANK YOU! Thanks for checking out our new group. We have launched this me …

I started this group because I want to keep up on the latest books on global affairs, international development, foreign policy, economics, or finance. I also wanted to meet other people out there with the same interests who crave stimulating intellectual discussions. I thought this group could serve as a way to motivate us to stay current on the latest literature and lead us into some fun discussions. You should join this group if you are one of the many Washington area professionals (like …

Interested in a SPA? Not just the hair and beauty kind? THIS GROUP IS FOR YOU! We go to.... SPA WORLD IN VA LOCAL MARYLAND AND MIDATLANTIC SPOTS AND CONSIDERING A ROAD TRIP TO SPA CASTLE NY! Wilkommen! DCMDNOVABANYAandSPA/ Unsere Gruppe umfasst Erholung Bräuche aus Deutschland und anderen europäischen Ländern! As you know, going international as an ex-pat, as a student or as a globe trotting tourist can be a life-altering experience and difficult to explain to others who haven't been there an …

In a city like DC, flexibility is key. So it connection. This meetup is inspired by and for young prof women for whom DC's multicultural & international vibe is second nature. Whether you've traveled widely or only vicariously with Anthony Bourdain; whether you learned a 2nd or 3rd language from family or thru school; if you want to connect socially and professionally with like-minded women, IWP might be the group for you. We want a casual & fun atmosphere with purposeful meetups: social activit …

An exclusive club for those Professionals working at International organizations, including non-profit, charities, think tanks, embassies, diplomatic community, etc. Singles that want to mingle, share ideas, thoughts, cultural experiences and get together. We want to live life to the fullest and be enlightened by those we meet along the way! Globally oriented and Euro-centric mentalities are equally welcome! We want to hear different views and share fabulous stories, and learn something from eac …

This chorus is for women who enjoy singing, performing and even competing! Don't you want to be a part of the best chorus in the area?  The Vienna Falls Chorus is the 2012 and 2010 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions and a part of Sweet Adeline's International. As 2010 Region 14 champions, we earned the opportunity to compete against 30 International Choruses in Houston Texas in October 2011 and were awarded 20th place in the world!!  As the 2012 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions, we will be representin …

Welcome to the International Professional Group(IPG) for meeting people with international in spirit, to share their experiences in travel, food, and much more. We also organize music concerts, embassy/diplomat parties and VIP / dignitary events. We are a member managed group where individual members can plan and conduct events on behalf of IPG. So we welcome our members to be in the leadership team as well. ' Like ' and share http://www.facebook.com/IPGDC IPG Team http://www.IPGDC.org Info@IPG …

"I love acting. It is so much more real than life" - Oscar Wilde. Maybe a young foreigner looking for a great acting experience? Or a theater aficionado willing to share your experiences? Perhaps just a curious beginner, eager to meet new people from all over the world and share a good time while discovering and improving your acting skills? No matter how you fit with those categories, PlugAndPlay welcomes you! PlugAndPlay aims at bringing people all together, regardless their level in English, …

Russian Klub focuses on the enhancement of the Russian and international experience. With this experience as our common goal, our activities assist our members to exchange, practice and enrich themselves in the languages. Our group is open to everyone with similar interests for the languages, cultures, and meeting other Global Russians and Internationals in the Washington DC Metro area. Here is what we do, We welcome event organizers and project managers to organize international events using o …

This group is designed for internationals new to the United States. International diplomats, professionals and their spouses who are interested in “hitting the ground running”. Our meetup is a resource for discovering the easiest way to manage the details of daily living in the D.C. Metro area. Learn practical ways to make your transition into American culture smooth and satisfying. Join us for warm lively conversation filled with tips and tricks to solve just about any problem that may arise; w …

This group is for any Foreign Service Officer from the State Department, USAID, Commerce, Ag, or International Broadcasting Bureau, or Foreign Affairs Officers with the U.S. military, to meet fellow colleagues in monthly happy hours.  Hopefully, we can share experiences and tips about working in embassies or missions around the world, and perhaps where to find the best Pho or Pisco Sour around town.  If you stumble across this group, please do spread the word among your colleagues so that we can …

Welcome to Sky's The Limit Domestic and International Travel Group!! No grass will grow under our feet! I have planned several trips and traveled with many members of meetup.com over the last the last several years. We have traveled to places like New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Richmond, VA, Delaware, Raleigh,  New Orleans, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Toronto Canada and Montego Bay Jamaica as a group.. Now that I have my passport, our travel destinations are endless. I want to see the "WORLD". We h …

This is a group for anyone who loves to interact with people from diverse background and cultures. I would love to have a great mix of people from around the world. Life is beautiful and short! We can learn so much from each other's experiences. This group would be for anyone who would consider themselves to be 'global citizens' or who would like to be in this description. In this group we would like to welcome like-minded couples who are fun and between the age group of 25-40. We can go to cult …

DC's best Meetup for global adventure! This group is for people who enjoy events in the Washington DC area such as: international travel, embassy events, hiking, museums, festivals, kayaking, meditation, adventure travel, outdoor recreation, sports, spa visits, concerts, films, trips to the beach, ice skating, hot air balloon rides, and/or making friends while doing all of these things. YOU ARE: Single, married or in-between...young, old or in-between....students, professionals or in-between.... …

The idea behind "International Best Girlfriends of DC" is to create a tight-knit group of international young and ambitious women living in Washington, DC only who are originally from somewhere around the world and who miss having a best girlfriend to share the pleasures and hardships in life. DC is a transient city composed of young professionals and internationals with whom we share fun and important moments in life; however, we all know how difficult it is to maintain these true and intimate …

Hi everyone! I am new to the area and the country. I am looking to meeting other international professionals in the area, or for meeting local people who love traveling. There will be a variety of events such as dining, happy hours, live music, and any other activities which the group might then suggest. Looking forward to meeting you all!!

If you are single and love to travel internationally or even if you have never been outside of the US, but are curious about traveling to one of the 7 continents and would like to do so in the near future with fun, like-minded individuals, this is the group to join. The purpose of this group is to meet, socialize (and travel of course) with people who share my love of international travel. While being a single traveler can be adventurous & liberating, it also has its limitations. Travel, like ma …

This is a group for expat women (20s and early 30s) in Philadelphia or the suburbs who are looking to meet other international women, socialize and make lasting friendships. We'll meet once every month and get to know the other women better and more importantly, have some 'girl-time' to look forward to in the midst of our busy/ not so busy schedules. I am married, in my 20s and have a flexible schedule at the moment and would love to get out for lunches/ dinners during the weekdays/weekends pref …

The new School of International Service (SIS) film series, 3rd Thursdays, is held on the third Thursday of each month The screenings, in the Abramson Family Founders room, will start at 6:30 pm after a brief reception. This new series fosters global understanding through an engaging lineup of documentary films provided by Washington, D.C. embassies. Over the next few months films from Ireland, Germany, Israel, France and Thailand will be featured. See the 3rd Thursday webpage for updates. (ameri …