Our mission is to elevate, celebrate, and empower Greater Gainesville’s international community and better connect Gainesville with the rest of the world.
Cultural events, educational exchanges, economic empowerment, sister cities, refugee resettlement
05/06/2026
Please join us for our last Sunday market at before our summer break. We will have delicious food from international home chefs that you can eat there in the lovely courtyard or take to go.
All proceeds go directly to our participating refugee and immigrant families and the public is welcome!
We had an incredible time hosting six delegates from Kyrgyzstan as part of our Open World program. We visited and so many of our local businesses and attractions. Thank you to the Congressional Office for International Leadership for bringing this program to Gainesville.
.ice at the right now!
03/23/2026
We had a great visit from our Sister City delegation last week. This amazing group of scientists, medical professionals and entrepreneurs were warmly welcomed by and
Great things ahead for Gainesville 🔄 Brazil
03/20/2026
Please join us next Thursday, March 26 6PM at the Harn Museum of Art for their lovely Wine-down event. We have partnered with and from the UF Chinese Music Ensemble to provide incredible music, from traditional to modern.
Come down, bring a friend, and enjoy great company. This event is free and welcomes everyone.
03/02/2026
We are excited to partner with and for their new Funky Monday Market. We are helping them feature international food vendors and artists. Each week will be new with live music and an awesome vibe. Help support our local immigrant families and local businesses!
At Funky Music/Goodbike next to Cyprus and Grove Brewing.
4-7 every Monday.
This week features Temoo Egyptian Food.
All proceeds go directly to the vendors!