The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program. Through short-term visits to the United States, current and emerging foreign leaders in a variety of fields experience this country firsthand and cultivate lasting relationships with their American counterparts. Professional meetings reflect the participants’ professional interests and support the foreign policy goals of the United States.

Citizen Diplomacy

Find out how to volunteer as a citizen diplomat through IVLP.

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IVLP Experience

Find out more about the International Visitors experience.

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