+ Applications now open for the Global Louisville Leadership Academy 2023 cohort
 The Global Louisville Leadership Academy, formerly known as Louisville Welcome Academy, is a free leadership training program sponsored by the Louisville Metro Government Office for Globalization. The mission is to build the knowledge and networks of foreign-born leaders to increase their capacity and become key stakeholders to empower and assist their communities.
Global Louisville Leadership Academy consists of monthly in-person sessions between February to June 2023. Each session is a full day long, and participants will gain an in-depth understanding of city government services, increase accessibility to existing city and community resources, build leadership capacity, and become part of the larger community network.
The Office for Globalization is now taking applications for the Academy's 2023 cohort. The deadline to apply is January 20, 2023.
+ Mayor Fischer highlights 12 years of welcoming at celebration with community partners
 Mayor Greg Fischer recently joined community partners at the South Central Regional Library to celebrate Louisville’s recertification as a Certified Welcoming city and 12 years of work toward becoming a more welcoming and inclusive city for foreign-born residents.
+ International Education Week kicks off at JCTC
 International Education Week at Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC) is November 14-18. JCTC has awarded 60 scholarships as a part of the Kentucky Humanitarian Assistance Scholarship that was passed through the state in July to assist asylum seekers, refugees and humanitarian parolees.
International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of their efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
+ Courier Journal: How Hispanic businesses are transforming Preston Highway
 Juan Magalon pictured at LaMorena Bakery (Picture by Matt Stone/Courier Journal)
Courier Journal recently interviewed Office for Globalization's Program Manager, Amos Izerimana and Senior Small Business Development Manager, Christy Jarboe about the development and diversity of the Preston Corridor, as well as spoke to local immigrant business owners.
“Today, Duarte and her husband, owners of La Morena Panaderia y Tortillera, are part of a growing number of Hispanic entrepreneurs who are revitalizing Preston Highway, an 11-mile corridor long marred by vacant storefronts.
For Nagely Duarte, the dream of America and business ownership is one passed down from her parents.In 1985 at 16 years old, Duarte's father walked from Guatemala and swam across the Río Bravo into Texas for a new life in the United States. Nine years later her mother would follow her father to the U.S. The Duarte’s settled in Okolona around 2010 and, believing the neighborhood could become their home, pushed through weird looks and stares they often received. They felt out of place for four years, but eventually, the family's determination to “stick it out” paid off.”
Story by Olivia Evans, Courier Journal
+ Sign up for JCPS open house events
 JCPS schools are offering a variety of open house events for prospective families. Some schools are also requesting that you contact the office to set up an appointment to visit. Dates are subject to change, so please make sure to check the lists for updates. Click the button below to find open house dates for elementary, middle, and high schools.
+ MSD's EWRAP is now open for eligible households
 The Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) Emergency Wastewater Rate Assistance Program (EWRAP) provides a 30 percent discount on MSD wastewater charges to qualifying low-income customers. This program will be available until funds are depleted.
Eligibility requirements:
- Named customers with MSD
- Must be receiving metered water service for a property used solely for residential purposes, and owned or leased by customer as principal residence
- Not currently receiving MSD’s Senior Citizen discount as of date of application
- Total household income at or below 150% of the poverty line and with supporting documentation.
Events
+ JCPS 2023-2024 application period now open
 November 1 - December 16
The JCPS Application Period is open now through December 16 to register their children for the 2023-2024 school year. Parents of JCPS students have two unique accounts, one with JCPS, and one with Infinite Campus. Your JCPS Parent account provides access to applications designed and managed by JCPS Information Technology. Your Infinite Campus Parent account gives you access to your child's grades, attendance, etc. Select the account that you are trying to access. Click the button below to get started and register. For more information, call 502-485-6280 or email: JCPSschoolchoice@Jefferson.kyschools.us
+ Join KentuckianaWorks virtual workshop, 'Finding Your Cup of Tea'
 Every Thursday in November at 11:30 a.m. via ZOOM
In November, KentuckianaWorks is bringing back another favorite workshop, Finding Your Cup of Tea. This interactive workshop will assist you in discovering career industries and job titles that are personalized based on career assessments using the CareerEDGE online resource. KentuckianaWorks will also explore the next steps to put job-seeking plans into action.
+ Join Young Professionals Networking Celebration
 Tuesday, November 23, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Help YPAL celebrate 2022 with their last networking event of the year. YPAL offers a variety of events and meetings, allowing you to participate in the ones that fit your schedule, goals and needs. Members enjoy discounted or free admission to events, but everyone is welcome to attend. View the YPAL calendar of events for a complete list of upcoming meetings, networking events and community gatherings. Registration is free, and RSVP is required for entry.
Loft at The Biscuit Lounge, 120 S. 10th St.
+ Join OSHN for Networking Night
 November 29, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
You are invited to join the Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods Networking Night at the Broadway Family YMCA. Networking Nights are an opportunity to get to know some of the change-agents doing great work in Louisville. This event will feature guests from The Ace Project, Whitney Strong, Women In Circle, & Robert Jamison Ministries. This is a great opportunity to get plugged into violence prevention work, learn about resources, and meet others working towards a better Louisville. Food and refreshments will be served; no registration needed.
Broadway Family YMCA, 1720 W. Broadway
+ Join World Trade Center's Global Executive Forum in Lexington, Kentucky
Thursday, December 8, 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join the World Trade Center KY for their Global Executive Forum - The Shifting Global Landscape: The Growth Opportunity in the Americas and how Kentucky can Play a Role. Network together with top-level executives in this thoughtful leadership series, designed to provide business professionals insight from some of the most prominent decision-makers that shape and influence the changing global economy. This event will provide access to peers from across the region and from multiple business sectors and to learn from CEOs that are the brightest and the best in global trade.
University of Kentucky Gatton College of Business & Economics
550 S. Limestone, Room 191, Lexington, KY 40506
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