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Join Us for The SIETAR USA 21st National Conference

Mind, Culture, Society

October 8-11, 2021

The prognosis for gathering in person in mid-Fall is good. Vaccination supercenters are springing up across the land. Hospitalization numbers are going down. Therefore, we are pleased to invite you to join us in Omaha, Nebraska to explore connections between Mind, Culture, and Society. How does the intersection of these three vital aspects change how we view and react to the world around us? The schisms in today’s world such as rural/urban; immigrant/citizen; and the gaps caused by differences in religion, race, gender identity, and politics challenge us daily. How does a deeper understanding of these three factors enhance our capacity to bridge such separations? This conference will shine a light on the impact of emerging neuroscience applications, current perspectives on culture, and social parameters within the Intercultural and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion fields. Come present at this year’s conference and lead the discourse addressing these important questions.

Plan to join us in Omaha in October to exchange strategies, best practices, and fellowship.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

At a time when the world needs the wisdom and work of SIETAR USA members and friends more than ever, the national conference brings together professionals from many regions, ethnicities, occupations and industries for collaborative learning and a stimulating exchange of ideas. This conference is designed for those who teach, train, work, or conduct research in arenas where intercultural competence, bridging differences, and social justice, equity and inclusion are important.

Whether you are new to these fields or an experienced practitioner, the SIETAR USA conference offers learning and personal connections that will enhance your capacity to meet the needs of of your students, colleagues, communities, and families.

Do you seek to share your expertise as a presenter and learn from others, or want to meet and greet colleagues and friends? Please plan to join us in Omaha. We look forward to meeting you in the Heartland of America where the Silicon Prairie is powered by a can-do spirit that weaves us together to achieve our dreams and uplifts each for the benefit of all. SIETAR USA acknowledges and offers respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians of the land where our 2021 conference will take place, the Omaha-Ponca, and other Plains Tribes: the Oto, Pawnee, Winnebago, Sac, Fox, and Lakota Sioux.

SIETAR USA Conference attendees come from:

Global Business and Multinational Corporations
Global Virtual Team Members, Leaders and Facilitators
Education
Health Services
Training, Coaching, and Facilitation
Intercultural and DEI Writers, Podcasters, Bloggers and Vloggers
Global Mobility and Relocation
Research
Government
Refugee and Immigrant Support Services
Domestic Diversity
Global Diversity
Cultural Transitions
Peace and Conflict Resolution
Tourism
Communication and Dialogue Professions
Community Development
And more...

The SIETAR USA National Conference provides the space to:
    • Engage boldly in the difficut dialogues about what disconnects us.
    • Bring us closer to a shared understanding and empathy.
    • Explore together concepts, tools, best practices – and even solutions.
    • Bridge the gaps and move the fields of IC and DEI forward.