🌏 We connect current and emerging global leaders with Nebraskans through community events, professional programming, Dinner Diplomats, and cultural experiences.🌍 Global Ties Nebraska, formerly known as the Lincoln Council for International Visitors (LCIV), is a nonprofit organization based in Lincoln, Nebraska, which facilitates international exchange by hosting emerging global leaders through pro
grams like the U.S. These short-term visits focus on themes such as governance, education, and cultural exchange, aiming to foster mutual understanding between the U.S. and other nations.
Established in 1966 as the Mayor’s Committee for International Friendship, we rebranded to Global Ties Nebraska in 2025 to better represent its statewide impact and global mission under our parent organization, Global Ties U.S.. Through professional meetings, cultural activities, and home hospitality dinners with our Dinner Diplomats, Global Ties Nebraska connects international visitors with local citizens, promoting people-to-people diplomacy and cultural understanding.
In 2023, we hosted 71 international emerging and current leaders across eight unique programs, contributing to a total of 3,745 volunteer hours. Over the years, we have welcomed visitors from 63 countries, fostering global connections right here in Lincoln. For more information or to get involved, visit our official website: globaltiesnebraska.org.
