i talk to strangers® I TALK TO STRANGERS® Foundation, Inc. is a tax-exempt non-profit organization registered in the United States that connects various ethnic, racial, political, religious, and socialeconomic groups through conversation.
MOVEMENT & FOUNDATION
Since it was founded in 2012, I TALK TO STRANGERS® has partnered with organizations supporting the mission of uniting people through conversation.
WHY? In modern times people talk less and less to each other. This can lead to social isolation, mental health issues, and decrease their access to opportunities, leading in longterm to inequalities between people.
100,000+ FACILITATED CONVERSATIONS | 3 INTERNATIONAL HUBS IN US, CANADA & MEXICO | 300+ EVENTS HOSTED | 30+ COUNTRIES IMPACTED | 2,000+ VOLUNTEERS
our MISSION and Objectives Using latest technology, ITTS creates projects, programs, and events to unify, promote peace and understanding among people of all backgrounds. They are developed in the four areas: CAMPUS, COMMUNITY, CORPORATE, CULTURE (4Cs): I. ENHANCING HUMAN CONNECTIONS Community Building | Family Relations | People-to-People Interactions II. BRIDGING GAPS Cross-cultural Communication | Trade Exchange | Education & Knowledge Sharing III. CONNECTING THROUGH TECHNOLOGY Communication & Learning Devices | Sustainable Tech Solutions | Internet in Rural Communities
VISION: "WORLD PEACE AND ONE STRANGER NATION"
The Way We Do It THE FOUR PILLARS (4CS)
Using the latest technology, I TALK TO STRANGERS® focuses on the four key areas of community growth, development, and intercultural communication among diverse groups of people: Campus Community - Corporate - Culture (4Cs).
CAMPUS
COMMUNITY
CULTURE
CORPORATE
PEACE KEEPERS middle school and high school
TUESDAY TALKS WITH STRANGERS locally-hosted events
STRANGERS EXPLORE! travel with purpose
BIZ TALKS workshops for organizations
After-school program developing mental strength, team work, and community engagement.
Safe-space community events for strangers to connect. Hosted since 2014 in Canada, Malaysia, and Poland.
Cross-cultural journeys to volunteer, collaborate, and immerse in the local culture.
Communication skills training for employees, specialized to both individual and busineess needs.
UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE colleges and universities
STRANGERS ENGAGERS training program
I TALK TO STRANGERS® FILM 100-min. documentary
STRANGERSFRIENDLY places and organizations
Events series with ITTS Film screening, social skills workshops, and volunteer experience locally or abroad.
Soft-skills and mental strength building learning program on how to communicate with people.
In-production movie on human connectivity, a power of conversation, and global journey of talking to strangers.
Program promoting local businesses, spaces, and groups that welcome and are inclusive to all.
let's grow together THE OPPORTUNITY FOR BOTANICAL GARDENS TO CREATE THE NEW GENERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS
4C CAMPUS INITIATIVE: PEACE KEEPERS
Campaign : Viva Mexico ittsfoundations.org/peacekeepers Peace Keepers is an after-school, servicebased campus program designed to inspire innovation and peaceful mindsets for the next generation global citizen. The program trains, motivates, and equips students with tools and skills needed to effectively manage and organize antibullying and community focused campus organizations. Global Humanitarian Studies Hands-On Curriculum, Practical Skills Training and Volunteer Development, STEM Program and Infrastructure
HOW VALLARTA BOTANICAL GARDENS CAN BE PART OF LOCAL IMPACT:
DIGITAL BOTANICAL COLLECTION (Wikimedia Project) A youth volunteer project aimed to empower and engage student around Puerto Vallarta to collect and develop digital educational content on the plant and animal life of the Botanical Gardens. This digital boot-camp will explore various computing languages and photography techniques to emerge students into the world wide web digital community. WILDLIFE DISCOVERY (Camera Traps) A youth volunteer project aimed to educate and explore the local plant and animal life of Puerto Vallarta. This series of walking tours will allow students to experience the heart of the vibrantly green jungle and along the Rio Los Horcones.
Partnership agreement ITTS Foundation, Inc.
In this Agreement (as defined herein), I TALK TO STRANGERS® Foundation, Inc., the United States 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization shall execute the following terms and conditions that shall have the respective meanings ascribed below: (a) will provide multi-level community-outreach and marketing strategies to promote and advertise Vallarta Botanical Garden as a Foundation community partner.; (b) will positively and appropriately represent Vallarta Botanical Garden as a community partner and respectively abide by their company policies and regulations;
(c) will provide professional volunteers and social-building activities to assist in the ‘socially positive’ environment which promote ITTS Foundations’ standard of positive conversations leading to peaceful communities; Vallarta Botanical Garden
In this Agreement (as defined herein) Vallarta Botanical Garden, registered Non-Profit Organization, shall execute the following terms and conditions that shall have the respective meanings ascribed below: (a) will waive all taxes and fees associated with any promotional materials, equipment, or logos and trademarks to ITTS Foundation, Inc. for use in digital promotions and advertisement of the ITTS PeaceKeepers program. (b) will provide a garden staff and research support for registration and workshops during approved ITTS Foundation activities of events, programs, and projects. (c) will waive all taxes and fees associated with any fund-raised sales and/or promotions of official ITTS merchandise, gifts, and raffle drawings associated with the ITTS PeaceKeepers program. (d) will provide complimentary access to the Vallarta Botanical Garden during approved ITTS Foundation PeaceKeepers youth program participants and volunteers.
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ROBBIE STOKES, JR| Board Chair, I Talk To Strangers® Foundation | robbie@ittsfoundations.org | MX: +52 (322) 193- 5462