The World Awareness Fair was held at Bozeman High and Gallatin High Schools on October 10, 2024, where high school students and school staff, along with educators, engaged in activities and discussions focused on global collaboration, cultural traditions, educational challenges, and innovative solutions presented by Fulbright TEA international teachers, IENI, and the United Nations Association of the USA Montana State Chapter.

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The Fostering Cross-Cultural Collaboration for a Sustainable World project, an initiative of IENI, supported this event and aims to enhance global engagement and collaboration among local high school students, members of the UNA-USA Montana State Chapter, Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement program's international educators, and other community members. Aligned with IENI’s Strategic Plan, the project provides local high school students with valuable opportunities to develop global perspectives and build meaningful connections through partnerships and collaboration.

 

The project’s broader goal is to help participants develop intercultural skills, gain practical knowledge of sustainable living practices, and explore world languages, cultures, and traditions. By fostering these skills and values, it seeks to inspire the next generation of leaders equipped to address global challenges and contribute to a more sustainable future.